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The FVS Valuation Podcast

The FVS Valuation Podcast

AICPA & CIMA 134 Episodes Aug 6, 2026

The FVS Valuation Podcast is a monthly show produced by AICPA & CIMA, the Association of International Certified Professional Accountants. It features conversations with subject-matter experts and thought leaders on valuation topics. The podcast is part of the Forensic and Valuation Services Section's resource library, providing guidance and tools for professionals in forensics, valuation, litigation, and fraud services.

Episodes

How BV Experts Should Approach a Deposition
How BV Experts Should Approach a Deposition Aug 6, 2026 44:50 A deposition can put a business valuation expert in the hot seat, where every answer is tested and every assumption may be challenged. In this episode, we discuss how depositions differ from other professional interactions, what effective preparation looks like, and how experts can work with counsel, handle challenging questioning, and maintain credibility under oath.  Key takeaways A deposition
IVS Updates Explained: AI, Valuation Ranges & Quality Control
IVS Updates Explained: AI, Valuation Ranges & Quality Control Jun 15, 2026 25:00 Even if IVS does not formally apply to your work, this episode is worth your time. The latest proposed updates show where valuation expectations, review standards, and best practices are heading—and understanding that direction now can help you strengthen the clarity, credibility, and defensibility of your work.  This episode breaks down the major themes in the exposure draft, including Increased
Estate & Gift Tax Valuations: IRS Triggers, Discounts & Case Law
Estate & Gift Tax Valuations: IRS Triggers, Discounts & Case Law Jun 4, 2026 30:47 This episode is a fast-moving walkthrough of the cases and pitfalls that most often drive IRS attention. In a candid, practitioner-to-practitioner conversation, Dave, Natalya and Bruce break down what's changing, what's repeating, and what valuation pros can do now to reduce risk and improve defensibility. You'll hear what Pierce v. Commissioner suggests about when a DCF can stand alone, why tax a
Private Credit Valuation:  Opportunities, Risks, and Lessons from the Global Financial Crisis (GFC)
Private Credit Valuation: Opportunities, Risks, and Lessons from the Global Financial Crisis (GFC) May 7, 2026 39:59 The private credit landscape stands at a critical juncture amid rising technical defaults, restructurings, and redemption pressures. Our guest, Luca Blasi, draws on his unique experience in valuation, banking, and regulatory oversight, our industry expert observes parallels with the rapid growth, compressed risk premia, weaker underwriting discipline, and opaque pricing prevalent in the pre-GFC er
Personal vs. Enterprise Goodwill: The Divorce Valuation Battleground
Personal vs. Enterprise Goodwill: The Divorce Valuation Battleground Apr 2, 2026 24:45 Goodwill is one of the most contested issues in divorce business valuation and family law cases. This episode examines personal vs. enterprise goodwill, the double dip problem, and why state law and standards of value can dramatically affect outcomes. Valuation experts share practical insight into how goodwill is analyzed in real world divorce litigation. Guests:  David Consigli, Jr., CPA/ABV, CDF
Valuation's Talent Pipeline: How the AICPA's Model Business Valuation Curriculum Is Changing the Game
Valuation's Talent Pipeline: How the AICPA's Model Business Valuation Curriculum Is Changing the Game Mar 5, 2026 25:31 This episode explores how the recently enhanced AICPA Model Business Valuation (BV) Curriculum is designed to help prepare the next generation of valuation professionals. A panel of academics and practitioners discuss why the curriculum was developed, the challenges it aims to address along the ABV pathway, and how it introduces the analytical, modeling, and strategic advisory skills that today's
Business Valuation Hiring and Retention in 2026 – Demand, Development, and the Pipeline
Business Valuation Hiring and Retention in 2026 – Demand, Development, and the Pipeline Feb 5, 2026 27:59 Demand for business valuation professionals continues to outpace supply, making hiring and retention a top challenge for valuation and forensic services firms heading into 2026. This episode explores business valuation hiring trends, talent retention strategies, AI's impact on early career valuation roles, and how firm consolidation is influencing the market. We also discuss why rebuilding the bus
Grabowski's Take - Discount Rates, Risk, and the Future of Valuation
Grabowski's Take - Discount Rates, Risk, and the Future of Valuation Jan 8, 2026 33:25 Thanks for listening. It takes just a couple of minutes to share your feedback. You can also contact us directly at podcast@aicpa-cima.com Is CAPM still the gold standard for determining cost of capital—or is it time for a rethink? Valuation expert Roger Grabowski explores why CAPM often fails in practice and how shifting toward investment-specific risk provides a more accurate framework for real-
Implementing AI in your Valuation Practice
Implementing AI in your Valuation Practice Dec 4, 2025 34:48 In this episode, host Nene Glenn Gianfala sits down with Greg Endicott, a seasoned valuation professional and technology innovator, to discuss the transformative impact of artificial intelligence on the valuation industry.  Greg shares practical insights and a detailed 8-step framework for successfully integrating AI into valuation practices—whether you're part of a large firm or a solo practition
Macroeconomic Update 2025 - Cost of Capital and Valuation Impact
Macroeconomic Update 2025 - Cost of Capital and Valuation Impact Nov 20, 2025 39:20 This interview was recorded on 10/28/2025 at the AICPA FVS Conference.  Economic issues discussed are still relevant as of the publish date: 11/20/2025 On this episode we hear from Carla Nunes and Jim Harrington from Kroll right after their session at the 2025 AICPA FVS Conference on October 28 to discuss the post-election economic landscape focusing on tariffs, fiscal stimulus, and their impact o
Current Trends in Private Credit Markets
Current Trends in Private Credit Markets Nov 6, 2025 25:24 Private credit is one of the fastest-growing areas in alternative investments, driven by tighter traditional lending and demand for higher yields. But its rise brings valuation challenges—limited transparency, non-standard pricing, and infrequent market activity. How can these assets be accurately valued? What risks might be overlooked? And how should investors assess performance and liquidity? He
ESOPs: Preserving Culture, Valuation and Empowering Employees
ESOPs: Preserving Culture, Valuation and Empowering Employees Oct 23, 2025 28:51 In this episode, host Alex Partin and guests Serena Morones, David Harkins, and Kyle Wolf each bring their unique perspectives on Employee Stock Ownership Plans (ESOPs) and their critical role in succession planning for privately held businesses.  The conversation explores how ESOPs offer a compelling alternative to traditional exit strategies.  The panel brings together perspectives from business

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