Building Financial Foundations That Last
Six years ago, we started Union Flare with a simple belief: every Australian business and family deserves clear, actionable financial guidance without the complexity.
How We Got Here
Back in 2019, I was working with small business owners who kept saying the same thing: "We know we need better budgeting, but everything feels overwhelming." Traditional financial advice often came loaded with jargon and unrealistic assumptions about how real businesses operate.
That's when we realized there was a gap. People needed practical annual budgeting that actually fit their lives and businesses. Not theoretical models or cookie-cutter templates, but genuine planning that considers Australian market realities.
So we started Union Flare to bridge that gap. Today, we work with over 200 clients across Queensland and beyond, helping them create budgets that actually work in practice, not just on paper.
What Guides Our Work
Practical First
We design budgets that work with your actual business patterns, not against them. If it doesn't make sense in your daily operations, we'll find a better approach.
Transparent Process
No hidden fees, no complex financial products to sell you. We explain everything clearly and give you the tools to understand your own financial position.
Long-term Thinking
Quick fixes rarely solve budget challenges. We help you build sustainable financial habits that strengthen over time rather than create short-term patches.
Meet Our Team
The people behind Union Flare bring together diverse backgrounds in finance, business operations, and client service to create budgeting solutions that actually work.
Meredith Chen
Senior Budget Strategist
Meredith spent eight years in corporate finance before joining us in 2021. She specializes in helping established businesses optimize their annual planning process and has a talent for spotting budget inefficiencies that others miss. Her background includes working with manufacturing and service companies across Brisbane.
Zoe Hartwell
Financial Planning Director
As one of Union Flare's founding team members, Zoe brings twelve years of experience in personal and business finance. She leads our client relationships and ensures every budgeting strategy aligns with long-term goals. Zoe's approach focuses on building financial confidence through clear communication and realistic planning.