Meet the Minds Behind ophiraelonti

We're not your typical finance consultants. Our team combines decades of real-world business experience with a genuine passion for helping Australian entrepreneurs build sustainable, profitable ventures. Each member brings a unique perspective shaped by both triumphs and hard-learned lessons.

47+
Years Combined Experience
280+
Businesses Supported
12
Industry Specializations

Celeste Worthington

Strategic Growth Director

Revenue Optimization Market Analysis Strategic Planning

Celeste spent fifteen years turning around struggling retail chains before joining ophiraelonti in early 2023. Her approach combines rigorous financial analysis with an intuitive understanding of consumer behavior. She's particularly skilled at identifying revenue opportunities that others miss—often in the mundane operational details that most consultants overlook.

Led M revenue recovery for major retail client in 2024
Developed proprietary cash flow forecasting methodology
Certified in Advanced Business Valuation (AICPA)
Regular contributor to Australian Financial Review

Marcus Steinfield

Business Architecture Lead

Systems Design Process Optimization Digital Integration

Marcus brings an engineer's precision to business building. After designing manufacturing systems for automotive companies, he pivoted to helping service businesses create scalable operational frameworks. His specialty lies in creating robust business processes that can handle rapid growth without breaking under pressure.

Designed operational systems for 40+ service businesses
Reduced client operational costs by average 23% in 2024
Master's in Industrial Engineering (University of Queensland)
Speaker at Brisbane Business Innovation Summit 2025

Reginald Blackthorne

Financial Strategy Advisor

Investment Planning Risk Assessment Capital Allocation

Reggie's background in institutional banking gives him a unique perspective on business finance. He understands both the opportunities and pitfalls that come with rapid business growth. His conservative approach to risk management has helped countless clients avoid the common financial traps that sink promising businesses.

Former senior analyst at Commonwealth Bank Corporate Division
Structured 0M in business financing deals since 2022
Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA Institute)
Published research on SME capital structures

Our Collaborative Approach

We believe the best business solutions emerge from genuine partnership, not prescriptive consulting. Our team works as an integrated unit, bringing diverse perspectives to every client challenge.

1

Deep-Dive Discovery

We spend significant time understanding your business model, market position, and growth constraints before proposing any solutions. This isn't about quick fixes—it's about sustainable transformation.

2

Practical Implementation

Every strategy we develop comes with detailed implementation roadmaps. We don't just hand over reports—we work alongside you to ensure successful execution of growth initiatives.

3

Measurable Outcomes

We establish clear success metrics upfront and track progress rigorously. Our comprehensive learning program launching in September 2025 reflects this same commitment to measurable skill development and practical application.