Affectionately known as “The Matts,” they both hold undergraduate and postgraduate degrees in accounting and finance and began their careers with a year of academic traineeship at their respective universities. Their deep love for learning and development is reflected in their consulting approach, which prioritizes clarity, growth, and empowerment.

Collectively, Matt Smith and Matt Budden bring over 15 years of experience across diverse areas of finance. They honed their skills in public accounting audit divisions, and spent several years specializing in Transactional Services (Mergers and Acquisitions). Matt Smith focused on deal structuring and tax efficiencies, while Matt Budden excelled in Valuations and Financial Due Diligence. Most recently, they served as Advisory Director and CFO (People and Service) at a multinational fractional CFO firm in the USA, where they led a team of 50 across three countries and supported hundreds of entrepreneurs in scaling their businesses sustainably.

Matt Budden describes Matt Smith as an exceptional teacher and leader, whose analytical brilliance enables him to distill complex data into actionable insights that empower entrepreneurs. Matt Smith highlights Matt Budden’s genuine care for people and his ability to inspire trust, creatively helping entrepreneurs leverage their finances to build impactful businesses, cohesive teams, and flourishing communities.

With a shared vision of fostering a safe, encouraging environment, they bring a relational approach to financial consulting, helping founders and organizations not only achieve their goals but truly flourish.