Deals aren’t failing because there’s no money.

They’re failing because they don’t stack up.

Private credit is growing, but getting deals approved is becoming more complex.

In this Brisbane seminar, Nick Samios (Hermes Capital) is joined by Ian Hyman, Patrick Schweizer, and Mark Rainbird to break down what’s really happening in SME credit markets.

They cover how risk is being assessed, why asset values matter more than ever, and what brokers need to understand to structure deals that actually get done.

If you’re working on SME or private credit deals, this will help you structure them more effectively.

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Hermes Ledger is produced by Hermes Capital Partners https://hermescapital.com.au/

Live from Melbourne, this seminar tackles a question that now sits at the centre of every private credit deal: What is the exit strategy?

In today’s market, weak or assumed exits are one of the biggest reasons transactions stall, get repriced, or collapse late in the process.

This session brings together a lender, a valuer, and a restructuring specialist to unpack:

• What makes an exit pathway credible
• Where brokers commonly overestimate refinance options
• The reality of asset recoverability
• When private credit supports a turnaround, and when it simply delays it
• How to avoid equity erosion in stressed situations

For brokers and SME advisers operating in complex funding scenarios, this is a practical, real-world discussion on protecting value in challenging conditions.

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Every broker knows the frustration of the half-bankable client. They’ve got a solid business. They’ve got security. On paper, they should get a “yes”, but one or two hurdles stop the banks in their tracks.

These clients often sit in the grey zone: too strong to be written off, but not quite fitting into traditional credit boxes. In this session, we’ll explore why these cases are on the rise, what they reveal about today’s lending environment, and most importantly, how you can structure deals that work without wasting time.

The session covers legacy issues, dealing with complex financial structures, and the tightening of banking policies post-COVID. The panel also explores alternative financing solutions, the role of private credit, and the importance of maintaining transparent communication between brokers, clients, and lenders. Whether you're a broker or a business owner dealing with financial distress, this episode offers valuable insights on navigating the current financial landscape.

Our Panel

Nick Samios, Director, Hermes Capital https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicksamios/

Chris Slack, Director, The Finance Consultancy https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-slack-77811a62/

Daniella Mancuso Director, Salt Partners https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniellamancuso/

Martie Tziotis, Director Turnaround and Restructuring Strategy, Ernest & Young https://www.linkedin.com/in/martie-tziotis-a22b3b65/

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Hermes Ledger is produced by Hermes Capital Partners https://hermescapital.com.au/