Global BV News: IVSC’s Talbot gives his views for 2023
Several key trends are shaping the valuation profession, namely environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors, technology, and the increasingly global nature of business, says IVSC chief executive Nick Talbot.
EACVA sets date for 2023 conference
EACVA’s 16th International Annual Business Valuation Conference will be held on November 30 and December 1, in person in Berlin, Germany.
IRS updates job posting for BV experts
The IRS added one more open slot to its job posting in its quest to hire more business valuation experts—and has also added more job locations.
TAF seeks candidates for its board of trustees
The Appraisal Foundation (TAF) is searching for candidates to serve on its board of trustees.
BV Year in Review 2022: Ongoing Challenges
What did you miss in 2022? Catch up on the highlights in the business valuation profession through over 70 articles and hundreds of news items this newsletter covered in 2022.
An Inside Look at the Stout Acquisition of Vantage Point
Hear from the architects of this acquisition what makes a business valuation firm an attractive acquisition target—and what attributes of the buyer make it a good fit for the target.
Recap of the Biggest BV Event of 2022—the AICPA FVS Conference
The AICPA’s plans for its forensics and valuation section, incredible frauds, an opportunity in bankruptcy, tips for determining goodwill, and the future of BV are discussed in this recap article—the first of several that will cover this biggest conference of the year.
BVR Survey Reveals Career Obstacles of Young BV Practitioners
What do today’s young BV practitioners see as holding them back in their careers? Managers need to know this or risk losing good people. Here are some valuable insights from a first-ever survey BVR and the BV recruiting firm Borrowman Baker conducted with the cooperation and support of the American Society of Appraisers (ASA).
Global BV News and Trends January 2023
Business valuation news from a global perspective.
The ASA Difference Campaign has launched
This past September, we reported that the American Society of Appraisers (ASA) would be launching a campaign to help elevate the ASA brand in the appraisal profession.
From the Chair
Recently I was interviewed to discuss my journey to becoming a valuation expert. One of my goals for this discussion was to explain the evolution of my career to be an example to others who may be looking for a change in their current professional position.
NACVA adds to CVA and MFF ranks
The National Association of Certified Valuators and Analysts (NACVA) announced that 97 members recently earned their credentials.
BVLaw Case Update
Join Jim Alerding and Jim Ewart, veteran valuators, and Drew Soshnick, family law attorney and experienced valuation expert, for a discussion of some of the most consequential recent valuation and financial litigation decisions. The three experts will present and discuss this selection of state and federal cases. The analysis of these cases, which the experts handpicked for their importance, will provide insight into current issues in the business valuation arena and discussion of not only ...
Contribute to the BV profession in 2023
During 2022, we saw many examples of BV practitioners giving back to the profession—from volunteering on a board to speaking at a conference to writing an article.
Houlihan Lokey named best valuation firm by Asian hedge funds
For the third year in a row, Houlihan Lokey’s Portfolio Valuation and Fund Advisory Services practice has been recognized for its exceptional performance in valuation, earning the title of “Best Valuations Firm” at the HFM Asian Services Awards 2022.
Good News in New BVR Survey of Young ASA BV Experts
Preliminary results of a first-ever survey designed to gain some insights and perspectives to help the profession better attract and develop the younger generation of BV practitioners are in. The survey was conducted by BVR and the BV recruiting firm Borrowman Baker with the support of the American Society of Appraisers and was sent to ASA members under 40 years old in the business valuation discipline.
Hot Topics at the 2022 VSCPA Forensic and Valuation Conference
It was back to in-person attendance at the 22nd annual Forensic and Valuation Conference hosted by the Virginia State Society of CPAs. Topics included the income approach, effective recruiting, reasonable compensation, guideline transactions, surviving cross-examination, IRS developments, and a “Hardball With Hitchner” session that covered some front-burner issues.
Recap of the New Jersey CPA Society FVS Conference
Some excellent speakers covered litigation tips, malpractice, estate tax audits, statistics for lost profits, cryptocurrency, and divorce matters at the Forensic and Valuation Services Conference hosted by the New Jersey Society of Certified Public Accountants (NJCPA ...
BV News and Trends December 2022
A monthly roundup of key developments of interest to business valuation experts.
Global BV News and Trends December 2022
Business valuation news from a global perspective.
Takeaways from the final big BV event of 2022
The beach or the ski slope? Those were the options for attendees who ventured out to either Park City, Utah, or Fort Lauderdale, Fla., for the NACVA Business Valuation & Financial Litigation Super Conference last week.
A new job for 2023? IRS needs BV experts
The job posting is still open from the IRS, which is looking to hire experienced business appraisers for 14 open positions at various U.S. locations.
Global BV News: EACVA reaches 1,000 members
The European Association of Certified Valuators and Analysts (EACVA) is one of the international chapters of NACVA.
Urge to merge? Look beyond the numbers
For some BV firms to grow, it’s a matter of acquire or be acquired.
Starts today! The final big BV event of the year
As of this writing, BVWire is attending the NACVA Business Valuation & Financial Litigation Super Conference that runs from today, December 14, through December 16 virtually and in-person from two locations: Park City, Utah, and Fort Lauderdale, Fla.