Tax debt: A better view | Melbourne

Not your usual PD — and that’s the point.

‘A better view’ is where tax advisors come for fresh thinking, honest conversations, and practical strategies — not textbook answers.

Right now, business failures are up. But are they inevitable... or just what happens when no one sees another way?

We’re putting that question on the table — with leading specialists in tax debt, commercial and tax law, and insolvency, sharing what’s really driving the numbers, and what can be done differently.

From the vantage point of a CBD rooftop, this event brings together three perspectives on tax debt for an afternoon of open and lively discussion over margaritas and a variety of delicious mexican bites:

→ The trends reshaping business risk
→ Early signs that get missed in advisory conversations
→ What options exist before winding up becomes the default
→ How you can support clients when pressure starts to build

Featuring:
• Debt negotiation perspective: Tax Assure – tax debt and ATO negotiation experts
• Legal perspective: Aptum – commercial and tax disputes lawyers
• Insolvency perspective: Dye & Co – company liquidation and restructuring specialists

If you advise business owners, you’ll want to be here. This isn’t just about insolvency or tax debt — it’s about changing what’s possible for your clients.

Perched above the noise, ‘A better view’ brings the clarity you’ve been looking for.

Melbourne: Thursday 15 May, 3-5pm

Brisbane: To be announced

Presented by Aptum, Tax Assure, and DyeCo.

• Accountants
• Legal professionals
• Company directors
• Insolvency practitioners
• Business advisors
• Anyone involved in managing business tax compliance

Insolvency: Shane Deane, Director, DyeCo

Shane is a registered liquidator with over 20 years’ experience and a director of Dye & Co. Pty Ltd, a specialist solvency and turnaround firm operating since 1978. Shane is experienced handling all types of corporate insolvency administrations of varying size, complexities and includes significant Small Business Restructuring, Safe Harbour and other business turnaround assignments.

Shane has experience in all business sectors, including professional services, manufacturing, construction, retail and wholesale trade, logistics, professional services and manufacturing. Shane’s ability to explain complex insolvency issues and its implications in a manner that’s easy to understand ensures his advice is always in high demand from directors, advisors and boards alike.

Debt negotiation: Olga Koskie, Principal, Tax Assure

As a specialist in resolving tax debt, Olga combines her legal expertise with a deep understanding of taxation, making her highly effective in preventing ATO legal action. Before joining Tax Assure, Olga spent 16 years as a litigation lawyer, assisting individuals and businesses across various industries with legal, tax, and commercial issues.

As a trusted advisor for many businesses, Olga has a strong belief in personalised service with a holistic commercial view. Together with her pragmatic and straightforward approach, Olga has been described by clients as “first class to deal with, knowledgeable, responsive, professional and transparent in all aspects.” Olga was awarded Principal of the Year at the 2023 Women in Finance Awards.

Legal: Michael Buscema, Practice Lead (Tax Disputes), Aptum

Michael Buscema is a tax litigator with significant experience resolving complex disputes with the ATO & SRO for privately wealthy clients. For 11 years prior to joining Aptum, Michael worked for the ATO and Commonwealth Treasury, holding a range of senior positions including acting Assistant Commissioner of the ATO.

During his time at the ATO, Michael oversaw the ATO’s most complex, strategic recovery cases and was responsible for resolving multiple disputes valued over $100 million. In recent years Michael has been instrumental in steering the ATO’s post COVID-19 debt recovery strategy, giving clients unique insights into the ATO’s latest approach.

Don't miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights and practical advice on navigating tax debt. A positive view. A better view.

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