Qurate Advisory

Qurate Advisory is a boutique corporate advisory firm helping Australian business owners navigate the most important transitions of their lives—whether that’s preparing for sale, raising capital, acquiring another business, or planning succession. Founded by Richard Palmer and John Barton, Qurate Advisory was built to deliver transitions, not just transactions. We bring over 45 years of combined experience in M&A, private equity, strategic growth, governance, and executive leadership—and we’ve sat in the founder’s seat ourselves. We specialise in guiding founders of mid-market businesses ($5M–$100M enterprise value) through critical change, balancing business value with personal legacy. Every engagement is high-touch, strategic, and shaped around the individual journey of each client. Our experience spans a wide range of industries, including: - Advanced Manufacturing & Engineering - Med-tech, Health & Life Sciences - Defence, Aerospace & Clean Energy - Technology & Digital Services - Professional Services — including Wealth Management, Accounting, Legal, and Architecture - IT Services & Cybersecurity - Horticulture & Agribusiness - Retail & Franchise Networks Our Core Services: - Business sales & founder exits - Strategic acquisitions & buy-side advisory - Capital raising & investor readiness - Succession planning & personal transition strategy - Corporate and family governance We only work with a select number of clients at a time—because we believe successful transitions demand focus, care, and experience. Our promise is simple: to deliver an outcome that is right for you—not just financially, but personally and professionally.