Our team: A wealth of knowledge.
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ABBA Group Team

Anthony Papas

Director - Licensee in charge of Business

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With a background in senior sales and business management, I have been in the Australian business broking industry since 2006. In that time I have helped change the future of many businesses and the lives of many people. I spent many years in retail and hospitality before founding ABBA Group, but now manage business transactions across all industry sectors. Today, I am proud to be creating wealth for more clients with the inspiring ABBA Group team beside me.

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Bruce Irvine

Executive Partner & Head of Business Sales Team - Licensed Agent

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I began my working life in accounting, qualifying as both a Chartered Accountant and Chartered Management accountant in South Africa in the 1990’s. I then spent some time working in an industrial finance bank before moving away from accounting into a marketing and business development role in a large stevedoring company. I immigrated to Australia in 2006 and acquired an Australian manufactured brand of vitamin supplements which I on sold several years later. I have worked as a business consultant and business broker since 2013.

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John Emmery

Head of Property Team - Licensed Agent

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My background is in Senior Marketing and Sales on four continents with the Colgate-Palmolive Company, finally as Marketing Director in Germany. Two decades of owning and managing seven retail businesses followed. In the past three years, I have helped develop the Off-Market Division at the ABBA Group. Most of our focus has been in the Property space, handling existing and development projects in commercial and residential sectors.

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Eddie Spurr

Licensee Partner & Business Advisor - Licensed Agent

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Following my initial accounting career with Ernst and Young Sydney, I have provided strategic, commercial and financial services to high profile corporations within the Pharmaceutical, ERP Software, Consumer Goods, Retail, Hospitality and Food Service industries. Throughout my career spanning 27 years, I have particularly enjoyed collaborating with Operations, Business Development, Sales and Executive teams to secure new business opportunities and facilitate organic growth. I have attained a deep appreciation of the hard work required by business owners, therefore it is my intention to represent their best interests and achieve great outcomes for them. Working with ABBA group, I am very confident we will achieve the best possible outcomes for our clients.

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Ingrid Postema

Business Advisor, Corporate Team - Licensed Agent

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With 27 years’ experience in various roles from executive management, to NFP Board Director and independent consultant – I have experience across a wide range of organisation types and industries including new technologies, farming/aquaculture, health, biotech, high tech manufacturing and property. During this time, I have been involved with business and property acquisitions, property development, due diligence, negotiating debt and equity funding, growth strategies and exit planning to maximize value. I look forward to assisting investors and business owners with their investment and business strategies for growth or new horizons with Abba Group.

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Jun Chung

Licensee Partner & Business Advisor - Licensed Agent, LREA

0420 887 882 Email Us

As a member of the ABBA Group team, a current business owner and director in the hospitality industry, I can understand and assist clients' needs.I have 20 years of experience in the hospitality and airline industry where I developed communication and client relationship skills, as well as a full knowledge of the food and beverage industry. During this time I have traveled to various countries and have seen and experienced different types of business markets around the world.My goal with ABBA Group is to assist business owners and investors in achieving their goals by representing their best interests every step of the way.

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Kenneth Ju

Business Advisor – Licensed Business Agent

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I join the ABBA team as an experienced, bilingual (English/Korean) business professional. I have worked as a financial director in both Korea and Australia, in charge of multimillion dollar investments, and portfolio management for over 30 years. My expertise in finances and business management have spanned across various firms, such as private equity funds, venture capitalist companies and an Australian space launch venture business. More recently, as a sea-change business, I ran my own business in the hospitality industry for the past 12 years just before turning to business brokerage and real estate agency. Additional to my expertise in managing large corporations, this hospitality experience equipped me with a wealth of knowledge and experience necessary for a successful operation of small to medium businesses. Business transactions can involve a frustrating and complex process, where the capacity to identify and evaluate the potential opportunities and risks is crucial. Having been professional management of public companies, a business owner and an experienced agent for the business brokerage and real estate, my strength is in being able to fully understand my clients’ needs and to proactively seek out the best options that suit their interests.

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Geoff Harrison

Senior Advisor, Strategy and Business Development - Licensed Agent

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I look forward to leading the latest stage in the expansion of the ABBA Group, by introducing Queensland investors and business owners to the attributes of the highly successful ABBA Group Team. I commenced my working life as a Telecommunication Technician and successfully built the largest telecommunications sales and service business in Central and Northern NSW. I used the valuable experience I gained in sales, service and senior management to excel in other industry sectors including Retail, Wholesale, Hospitality, Software Development and 15 years in Real Estate. I have 20 years’ experience in Franchising, including 11 years as the Franchisor responsible for expansion and support of entities in Australia, New Zealand, Singapore, Malaysia and Vietnam. My last few years have been spent as a successful Business Broker, dedicated to helping investors and business owners achieve their business and financial objectives. Providing my clients with the best possible service, has always been the foremost ingredient to my continued success, along with the unique ability of being able to adapt and understand my client’s needs and business irrespective of their industry. As a member of the ABBA Group Team, my goal is to ensure that ABBA Group continues to be top of mind for all investors and business owners.

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Nisara Raksayot

Assistant Agent

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Having over 10 years of experience in the hospitality industry in Australia as a manager and also as a partner, I have developed communication and relationship skills. My strength is my understanding of buyers and sellers in the Food and Beverage industry. I also have an active connection with the Thai community where I can assist in the connection between Thai and Australian businesses.

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Colin Drew

Business Advisor - Licensed Agent

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I began my working life in South Africa where I qualified as both a Chartered Accountant and a Lawyer, specialising in M&A law. Later I moved into M&A advisory, where I worked for a number of M&A boutiques and South African domestic banks before ending up at Barclays where I headed up Consumer & Industrials, in Investment Banking, for the Africa region. In Australia I worked for Deloitte, in Turnaround & Restructuring and in Corporate Finance Advisory. I also do buyside work in Australia for The Bidvest Group, which is based in in South Africa.

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Theo Afkoudias

Sales Team

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With over two decades of experience, Theo boasts a diverse and extensive commercial background. Throughout his career, he has owned and managed a multitude of consultancies, specialising in areas such as business planning, strategy formulation, funding procurement, expansion initiatives, and divestment strategies. His expertise crosses all industries, having engaged with organisations of all scales across diverse markets. Theo is well respected within the Australian business community and has been featured in numerous media publications throughout his career.

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Ron Danieli

Business Advisor

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With over 20 years experience in the hospitality industry in Australia as an owner of several Food and Beverage businesses and as a consultant to large hospitality groups, I have an in-depth knowledge of the industry. As a business broker specialising in retail and hospitality venues, I provide expert guidance for buyers and sellers navigating this dynamic sector.My strength is my understanding of buyers and sellers in the hospitality industry. With a keen understanding of market trends and valuation strategies, I help clients maximize the potential of their businesses. Whether you're looking to buy an established restaurant or sell a retail store, I ensure a seamless process through personalised support, strategic marketing, and a network of industry contacts. My goal is to achieve the best outcomes for my clients while facilitating successful transactions in this vibrant market.

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Samuel Quach

Business Advisor

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Samuel Quach is a highly motivated and results-driven sales professional with over 25 years of extensive experience in sales, direct marketing, and business development. With a customer-centric approach, Samuel excels in building strong, lasting relationships and delivering exceptional results. As a licensed real estate agent for over a decade, he has honed his expertise in the property market, helping clients navigate complex transactions with ease. Prior to his career in real estate, Samuel spent 15 years in business-to-business sales, gaining a deep understanding of client needs and delivering tailored solutions. Samuel has also worked with a leading mergers and acquisitions firm, specialising in transactions within the healthcare sector. He has a wealth of experience in client acquisition and deal facilitation and his ability to effectively identify opportunities and drive successful transactions has made him a valuable asset in the mergers and acquisitions field. With a proven track record of success, Samuel combines his extensive sales background with a keen understanding of business dynamics to consistently exceed client expectations and achieve business growth.

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Our team: A wealth of knowledge.
A breadth of experience.

ABBA Group Team

Anthony Papas

Bruce Irvine

John Emmery

Eddie Spurr

Ingrid Postema

Jun Chung

Kenneth Ju

Geoff Harrison

Nisara Raksayot

Colin Drew

Theo Afkoudias

Ron Danieli

Samuel Quach

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Our team: A wealth of knowledge.A breadth of experience.

ABBA Group Team

Anthony Papas

Bruce Irvine

John Emmery

Eddie Spurr

Ingrid Postema

Jun Chung

Kenneth Ju

Geoff Harrison

Nisara Raksayot

Colin Drew

Theo Afkoudias

Ron Danieli

Samuel Quach

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