Meet Dr M
A track record of delivering transformational IP strategy advice to businesses, advisors, and institutions across Australia.
Where Dr M Has Made an Impact
Decades of consulting, teaching, and strategic advisory across private practice, academia, and industry.
University Lecturer
University of the Sunshine Coast
Business & Franchising
Griffith University
Intellectual Property & Business Strategy
Professional Practice
Strategic advisory for SMEs, advisors, and franchisors
IP commercialisation and franchise goodwill assessment
Your Path Ahead™, Founder & Startup Mentoring™, Business Growth Mentoring™, and SME Advisory Board™ programs
Speaking Engagements
Industry Conferences
IP strategy and commercialisation thought leadership
Business Forums
Franchising, valuation, and scaling strategies
Podcast & Media
Regular commentary on IP and business growth
Publications
PhD Research
Intellectual Property and Franchise Goodwill Valuation
Authored Books
14 books on IP strategy and business commercialisation
Articles & Whitepapers
Regular contributions to industry publications
Brands & Companies Dr M Has Worked With
From innovative startups to established enterprises, Dr M has delivered transformational IP and business strategy consulting.
Touch Projects
Queensland Transport
IAG Ltd
3P Corporation Ltd
Tattersalls
Australia Post
Red Rooster
Coles Myer Liquorland
Bing Lee
Westpac Banking Corporation
Bob Jane T-Marts
Commonwealth Bank of Australia
Autobarn
Bidvest
James Hardie
ACCC
Quest Hospitality
Optus World
Midas Mufflers & Brakes
Domino's Pizza
These are just a few of the diverse organisations, from startups to established companies, that have benefited from Dr M's strategic IP and business consulting expertise.
Academic & Professional Credentials
Qualifications that drive Dr M's expertise in IP valuation, commercialisation, and strategic business advisory.
PhD in IP & Franchise Goodwill Valuation (Griffith University)
Master of Leadership (University of New England)
Master of Business Administration (University of New England)
Graduate Certificate in Management (University of New England)
Academic Foundation in Accounting & Economics (Monash University)
Certified Business Valuer
Sought-after consultant and industry influencer in IP valuation and commercialisation
Transforming How Businesses Value and Commercialise Their IP
With a PhD in Intellectual Property and Franchise Goodwill Valuation, combined with decades of private practice consulting and university teaching, Dr M brings a unique blend of academic rigor and practical business acumen to every engagement.
His mission is simple: to help Australian SMEs, advisors, franchisors, and investors understand that intellectual property isn't just a legal matter, it's the foundation of business value, scalability, and competitive advantage.
Live with Dr M
Join Dr M for free open masterclasses, Growth Club monthly calls, and Certified Advisor cohort sessions. Learn directly from the architect of the IPAPS™ methodology.
Open Masterclasses
Free 90-minute sessions open to everyone. No membership required.
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Monthly Q&A calls for Growth Club members. Cohort-based learning and support.
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"ThinkIP... because it pays!"