Peter Beckert

Background

About Peter Beckert

I love fixing stuff and can make a plan for anything. With a career spanning hospitality, FMCG, manufacturing, corporate restructuring, and private equity, I’ve spent years transforming companies, stabilising finances, and unlocking growth. As a fractional CFO, consultant, and business advisor, I provide commercial and strategic direction—helping businesses navigate financial challenges, optimise operations, and position themselves for long-term success. My expertise lies in debt and corporate restructuring, M&A (buy and sell side), investor relations, financial forecasting, and scenario planning. I work directly with financial institutions, shareholders, and leadership teams to ensure that businesses are both financially sound and strategically aligned for sustainable growth. But I’m not just a numbers guy. My legal background, deep operational experience, and strong people skills allow me to bridge the gap between finance, strategy, and execution. I can dive into the details, identify key challenges, and then step back to provide high-level solutions that move businesses forward. I’ve led companies through high-stakes restructuring, complex M&A transactions exceeding R1 billion, and strategic overhauls that improved financial and operational performance. As Chief Commercial Officer at Ocean Basket, I oversaw finance, legal, operations, supply chain, and new business development for a global restaurant brand. Previously, as CFO at Lodestone Brands, I restructured debt, streamlined operations, and successfully led the company through a multi-billion-rand sale process. My early career included leadership roles in private equity, giving me hands-on experience in buying, selling, and optimising businesses across multiple industries. I lead with transparency, trust, and a problem-solving mindset, ensuring teams and stakeholders work together. I also leverage my expansive network of legal, financial, and operational experts to ensure companies can access the right partners at the right time. My mission is to enable businesses to confidently make bold, informed decisions by creating clarity, driving efficiency, and unlocking value. Above all, I believe that success comes from understanding the bigger picture while executing relentlessly on the details. If you're passionate about value creation and problem-solving, reach out and let's build your legacy.