Lauren Welk

Lauren Welk is a Partner in the Business Services division of Bentleys Queensland.

Lauren holds Masters of Applied Taxation qualifications and provides expert business advisory and specialised tax services to medium to large enterprises, family groups, and industry leaders.

Her extensive experience spans diverse sectors, including mining services, manufacturing, consulting, childcare, and health and aged care. A forward-thinking professional, Lauren specialises in three-way forecast modelling, crafting innovative tax planning strategies, and orchestrating seamless group restructures. This expertise positions her as a highly regarded advisor, trusted by a wide-ranging clientele.

With a deep understanding of industries’ inner workings, Lauren has orchestrated benchmarking analyses for childcare centers, conducted thorough due diligence for acquisitions of over 50 childcare centers, and strategically navigated tax implications during a resort operator’s transition to the retirement village sector. Lauren has also undertaken intricate three-way cashflow forecast modelling for aged care and retirement village expansions; and she led the review and consolidation of a group of gymnasiums encompassing the acquisition of over 30 additional facilities.

Lauren is also renowned for her close collaboration with high net worth individuals and family offices, offering comprehensive business and personal tax advisory services.

Her commitment to client success, coupled with her ability to tailor solutions to diverse needs, underscores her reputation as a versatile and results-driven partner.