Innovation Funding: The R&D Tax Incentive & Capital Access
If you are a start-up or scale-up working on innovative ideas the R&D Tax Incentive & Capital Access workshop is for you.
The workshop will be presented in two parts, with KPMG providing an overview of the Federal Government’s R&D Tax Incentive (“RDTI”) program and Radium Capital providing insights on how companies can gain earlier access to their refunds through R&D financing.
R&D financing is increasingly gaining popularity in Australia, with many innovative businesses discovering that R&D finance can be a practical and efficient strategy to smooth cash flow, accelerate commercialisation and attract other sources of funding.
This informative session will cover:
An overview of the RDTI program
The types of activities and expenses that can be claimed under the RDTI
How companies are using R&D financing as a source of non-dilutive capital and can boost budgets by 50%
Customer case studies and insights
Radium Capital
Radium Capital is Australia’s market leader in R&D financing. We were formed by entrepreneurs for entrepreneurs. That’s why we don’t think like a bank!
We believe businesses with R&D should have access to capital when they need it. So, we created Radium Advances to provide quick, easy and early access to up to 80% of your expected R&D tax incentive refund - in just a few business days.
Radium Advances are available as one-off cash injections, or can be used strategically throughout the year. Find out how you can use non-dilutive R&D financing to boost your R&D budget by up to 50%, or reduce capital outlay by 33% at radiumcapital.com.au
KPMG - Accelerated Business Growth
The Accelerated Business Growth (ABG) team is dedicated to developing integrated solutions aimed at supporting the growth ambitions of our clients. We work with our clients to understand their business needs and assist in delivering holistic solutions that enable them to reach their growth potential. Within this team are the Research & Development (R&D) Advisory, High Growth Ventures (HGV) and University engagement practices.
Our R&D team assist some of Australia’s most innovative companies gain access to government grants and incentives for research and development activities undertaken in Australia.
We also assist companies in developing governance frameworks, policies and procedures to streamline their R&D processes and substantiate their R&D activities and look to provide opportunities for further government support through our local and global network and our connections within the federal and state government agencies and industry bodies. Through these initiatives, we work with our clients create long term value, and assist in providing a competitive advantage for Australian companies.
Meet your presenters
Pat Stewart, State Manager – NSW, Radium Capital
A seasoned finance professional, Pat holds an MBA and has 15 years’ banking, financial product and sales leadership experience with financial institutions across Australia. By working in a variety of roles during his career, Pat has gained a strong understanding of different businesses and their unique needs. As State Manager for New South Wales, his authentic approach and strong track record supports NSW clients to grow their businesses through R&D financing and thrive.
Joel DiBella, Associate Director – Accelerating Business Growth, KPMG
Joel has extensive experience in assisting start-ups and SMEs to identify and access State and Federal Government support in the form of tax incentives and grants to support their growth strategies, R&D programs and investment projects. Joel has experience in providing advice for a wide range of industries, with a focus on software development and ‘Fintech’.