Expert Instructors, Real Results
Meet the industry professionals who bring decades of experience to our upcoming financial analysis courses. Each instructor combines theoretical expertise with practical insights from Australia's leading financial institutions.
Barton Kellish
Senior Financial Analyst & Risk Assessment Specialist
- 15 years experience in corporate finance analysis
- Former risk manager at three major Australian banks
- Specialized in solvency ratio interpretation
- Published researcher on liquidity stress testing
Barton spent most of his career working through Australia's banking sector evolution, particularly during the 2008 financial crisis where he developed innovative approaches to liquidity assessment. His hands-on experience with distressed companies gives students real-world perspective on what financial ratios actually mean when businesses face genuine pressure.
Cornelius Vex
Investment Strategy Director & Portfolio Analysis Expert
- 12 years managing institutional portfolios
- Expert in cash conversion cycle optimization
- Advanced financial modeling certification
- Regular speaker at Australian Finance Institute events
What sets Cornelius apart is his ability to translate complex financial concepts into actionable strategies. He's worked with companies ranging from small manufacturing firms to ASX-listed corporations, helping them understand their true financial position beyond what standard accounting reports reveal.
Thaddeus Grimwald
Financial Compliance Manager & Regulatory Analysis Specialist
- 8 years in financial compliance and audit
- ASIC regulatory reporting expertise
- Specialized in working capital analysis
- Corporate restructuring financial advisor
Thaddeus brings the regulatory perspective that many analysts miss. His experience helping companies prepare for ASIC reviews means he knows exactly which financial metrics regulators scrutinize most carefully - knowledge that proves invaluable when conducting thorough solvency analysis.
Upcoming Learning Opportunities
Our instructors lead comprehensive workshops designed to build practical financial analysis skills. Each session combines theoretical foundations with hands-on case studies from real Australian businesses.
Advanced Liquidity Analysis Workshop
Led by Barton Kellish
Three-day intensive covering cash flow forecasting, liquidity ratio interpretation, and stress testing methodologies. Participants work through actual case studies from companies that faced liquidity challenges during economic downturns. Limited to 20 participants for hands-on learning.
Solvency Assessment Masterclass
Co-taught by Cornelius Vex and Thaddeus Grimwald
Comprehensive weekend session focusing on debt-to-equity analysis, coverage ratios, and long-term financial stability assessment. Includes regulatory compliance considerations and practical exercises using financial statements from various industry sectors.
Integrated Financial Health Analysis
Team-taught by all three instructors
Our most comprehensive offering combines liquidity, solvency, and regulatory compliance perspectives. Participants complete a full financial health assessment of a real company, presenting findings to a panel of industry professionals. Perfect preparation for senior analyst roles.
Ready to Learn from the Best?
These workshops fill quickly due to our small class sizes and high demand from professionals across Australia. Early registration ensures your spot and includes comprehensive course materials plus ongoing support from our instructor team.
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