Succession planning marketplace

Preserve, maximise and transition the value you have built

For many travel business owners, two important questions eventually arise: what is my business worth, and who will take it over when I'm ready to exit?

Our objective is to solve both these questions for you.

Start earlier than you think

Three Little Birds Business Consulting provides a dedicated succession planning marketplace for the Australian travel industry, helping travel agency owners and Independent Contractors preserve, maximise and transition the value of the businesses they have spent years building.

Succession planning should not begin when you are ready to retire or exit. The most successful transitions often begin 5–10 years before exit.

Programs & marketplace

Choose the path that fits your timeline

Short-term · Buyer or seller led

Prepare to Sell Program

Building a stronger, more transferable business that is attractive to potential buyers.

We review structure, systems, client relationships and financial performance so the business stands on its own — and stands up to buyer scrutiny.

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Longer-term · Seller led

Succession Readiness Program

Supporting business owners to develop and prepare internal successors.

Identify future leaders within your team, build their capability, and phase the transfer of responsibility so the handover protects culture and continuity.

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Longer-term · Seller led

Grow to Sell Program

Identifying opportunities to increase business performance and valuation before exit.

A staged plan focused on margin, product mix, supplier terms and operational efficiency, with progress measured against a clear valuation goal.

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Marketplace

Buyer & Seller Introductions

Connecting suitable parties across the Australian travel industry.

Our succession marketplace introduces buyers and sellers discreetly, creating opportunities for successful, well-matched business transitions.

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Start your succession conversation

Whether you are planning an exit or looking to acquire an Australian travel business, we can help you take the next step.

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