Our Services
Three distinct but complementary ways Delling Advisory creates value for cyber-security and technology businesses.
Board & Advisory Roles
Independent governance, strategic counsel, and sector expertise — for cyber-security businesses that want more from their board.
Nick Ellsmore is available for both Non-Executive Director (NED) and Advisory Board appointments. Each engagement is structured to match the stage, size, and needs of the business.
Non-Executive Director Roles
As a Graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors (GAICD), Nick brings rigorous governance practice alongside cyber-security sector knowledge. NED appointments are suited to businesses requiring a credible, independent voice in the boardroom — whether navigating growth, preparing for a capital raise, or managing stakeholder complexity.
Advisory Board Roles
Advisory Board engagements are typically suited to earlier-stage or founder-led cyber-security businesses that want experienced, strategic input without the full statutory obligations of a NED appointment. The focus is hands-on strategic support — helping founders think clearly about growth, positioning, partnerships, and eventual exit.
What you get
Sector-specific governance
Board-level oversight informed by 25+ years in cyber-security — not generic director training.
Market relationships
Access to a deep network across buyers, investors, government, and enterprise clients in the Australian security market.
Exit-readiness
Transactional experience that makes board advice commercially grounded — knowing what buyers look for before they walk through the door.
GAICD qualified. Nick is a Graduate of the Company Director's Course with AICD, bringing formal governance discipline to every engagement.
Micro-Private Equity & Search Fund
Delling Advisory is actively seeking to acquire and accelerate quality small businesses in targeted sectors. We bring capital, operational expertise, and a long-term owner's mindset to every acquisition.
What we're looking for
We are targeting profitable, owner-operated small businesses in technology services, financial advisory, and estate management — sectors with structural tailwinds and clear opportunities for value creation through professional management and technology adoption.
The typical business we pursue is one where the founding owner is working in the business today, creating an opportunity to improve efficiency and accelerate growth through a transition to professional leadership. We are particularly interested in businesses within sectors experiencing demand growth — such as healthcare and aged care services.
Unlike traditional private equity, our approach is patient, hands-on, and partnership-oriented. We work alongside existing teams, respect what has been built, and focus on the long-term.
Sectors of focus
Target acquisition profile
These criteria are indicative. Compelling businesses outside this profile are always worth a conversation.
If you're thinking about succession or exit and want a buyer who understands the business and will look after your team and clients — we'd welcome a confidential discussion.
Start a conversationM&A Advisory
Specialist mergers & acquisitions support for cyber-security businesses preparing for, or actively pursuing, a sale.
Selling a business you've built is one of the most significant decisions you'll make. The right advice — from someone who genuinely understands your market and your buyers — can make the difference between a good outcome and a great one.
Delling Advisory provides sell-side and buy-side advisory for cyber-security businesses, combining unmatched sector knowledge with first-hand experience in some of the most significant transactions in the Australian information security market. We partner with specialist transaction advisors for deal execution.
We are focused on the outcome that matters most to founders: maximising value for you, your business, and your team.
Our process
Strategic preparation
Assessing your business through a buyer's lens — identifying value drivers, addressing gaps, and building your investment narrative.
Buyer identification & approach
Mapping the right strategic and financial buyers — domestic and international — and making targeted, credible approaches.
Marketing
Supporting a structured sale process, information memorandum development, and management presentations.
Due diligence & completion
Supporting you through due diligence, structuring discussions, and working towards a successful close — protecting value at every step.
Unmatched understanding of the Australian information security market — we know the buyers, the valuations, and the deal dynamics.
We've built and sold businesses ourselves. We understand what founders want — and what they're risking.
As a boutique, independent adviser, our interests are fully aligned with yours. No conflicts, no hidden agendas.
Interested in working together?
All enquiries are treated with complete confidentiality. We're happy to have an initial conversation at no obligation.
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