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IVS Updates Explained: AI, Valuation Ranges & Quality Control
Episode 133
Monday, June 15, 2026 • Duration 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 scrutiny and global consistency
The role of AI in valuation workflows
Valuation ranges and quality control
For valuation professionals, these are not abstract changes—they are practical signals of how stronger work will increasingly be evaluated by clients, auditors, regulators, and courts.
Guests: Alex Aronsohn, FRICS, Director of Technical Standards, International Valuation Standards Council Nicolas Konialidis, CFA, ASA-BV, Asia Director and Technical Director of the Business Valuation Board, International Valuation Standards Council
Host: Nene Glenn Gianfala, CPA/ABV, Senior VP and Shareholder, Chaffe & Associates, Inc.
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Final International Valuation Standards (to be published) Expected publication: January 31, 2027 | Effective date: January 31, 2028
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Estate & Gift Tax Valuations: IRS Triggers, Discounts & Case Law
Episode 132
Thursday, June 4, 2026 • Duration 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 affecting still needs to be done "the right way," and how weak support for DLOM (and increasingly DLOC) can undermine an otherwise solid conclusion. Actionable takeaway: tighten your work where challenges concentrate: discounts, tax affecting, projections, and documentation. And if you use AI for research or drafting, verify sources like your job depends on it—because it does.
Continue reading to learn about key resources available to improve your valuation analyses.
Guests:
Natalya Abdrasilova, CPA/ABV, MAFF, Director of Valuation & Litigation Services, Boyle, Deveny & Meyer
Bruce C. Wood, CPA/ABV, Mtx, Director, Applied Economics
Host:David J Consigli, CPA/ABV, CDFA, Partner, SAX Advisory Group
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Private Credit Valuation: Opportunities, Risks, and Lessons from the Global Financial Crisis (GFC)
Episode 131
Thursday, May 7, 2026 • Duration 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 era, but highlights a key difference: today's capital is largely held by longer-horizon investors like pensions and insurers rather than highly leveraged banks. Luca analyzes potential spillover effects from private equity's current slower exits, echoes a clear need for better data standards and benchmarks in assessing risks, and makes a compelling case in reinforcing why defensible valuations depend on consistent methodology, transparent assumptions, and strong governance.
Key takeaways:
• Current long(er) horizon investor base is a key difference with pre-GFC environment • Difficulty in verifying underwriting quality necessitates looking beyond headline defaults • Limited benchmarks and transaction data make valuations subjective and less comparable • Strong governance demands independence, documentation, and timely valuations
Guest: Luca Blasi, PhD, FRM, Managing Director and Head of Private Markets Valuations and Regulatory Solutions, S&P Global
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Personal vs. Enterprise Goodwill: The Divorce Valuation Battleground
Episode 130
Thursday, April 2, 2026 • Duration 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, CDFA, Partner, FAZ Forensics Luke Thomas, CVA, CDFA, Principal, IAG Forensics Host:Jenny Allen, CPA/ABV/CFF, Partner, Anthem Forensics
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Valuation's Talent Pipeline: How the AICPA's Model Business Valuation Curriculum Is Changing the Game
Episode 129
Thursday, March 5, 2026 • Duration 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 market increasingly demands. The Curriculum provides a:
Clear, confidence‑building pathway to the ABV credential that supports the accelerating demand for valuation expertise
Cohesive, market‑relevant framework that unites accounting and finance to develop high‑impact analytics, modeling, and advisory capabilities
Flexible, scalable structure that empowers institutions to elevate and differentiate their academic programs
Guests:
Dereck Barr-Pulliam, Ph.D. Director of the School of Accountancy and Associate Professor of Accounting at the University of Louisville
Marcy Binkley, Ph.D., CPA, CMA, Assistant Professor of Accounting at Middle Tennessee State University
Ernest Patrick Smith, CPA/ABV/CFF, Managing Partner, Nawrocki Smith LLP and Adjunct Professor Hofstra and SUNY Old Westbury
Host: Nene Glenn Gianfala, CPA/ABV, Senior VP and Shareholder, Chaffe & Associates, Inc.
Business Valuation Hiring and Retention in 2026 – Demand, Development, and the Pipeline
Season 128
Thursday, February 5, 2026 • Duration 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 business valuation talent pipeline at the collegiate level is critical to the future of the profession.
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Grabowski's Take - Discount Rates, Risk, and the Future of Valuation
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-world decision-making. We also discuss multi-factor models, ASC 820 implications, and practical strategies for communicating risk concepts to courts and auditors.
Key Takeaways
CAPM's Limitations: Decades of research show CAPM struggles to predict returns accurately, making it less reliable for valuation in practice.
Investment-Specific Risk: Moving beyond company-specific risk to focus on risks tied to cash flows offers a clearer, more relevant approach.
Aligning Theory with Practice: Modified CAPM, multi-factor models, and ASC 820's exit value concept help valuation professionals better reflect market realities and communicate effectively.
Continue reading to learn about key resources available at AICPA-CIMA.com to improve your valuation analyses.
Guest: Roger Grabowski, FASA, Managing Director (ret.), Kroll LLC, Valuation Advisory Services Host: Josh Shilts, CPA/ABV/CFF/CGMA, Director, Forensic & Valuation Services, Dean Dorton
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Implementing AI in your Valuation Practice
Episode 126
Thursday, December 4, 2025 • Duration 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 practitioner there are opportunities for efficiency, automation, and market expansion. Key takeaways
AI Is transforming every aspect of valuation
Transparency, auditability, and professional standards are critical risks
A structured, 8-Step framework for successful AI implementation
Guest:Greg Endicott, CPA/ABV. ASA, Managing Director, Strategic Value Group, LLC and Founder and President of ValueVision, Inc. a Microsoft Partner developing an AI-enabled valuation workflow and knowledge management platform. Host: Nene Glenn Gianfala, CPA/ABV, Senior VP and Shareholder, Chaffe & Associates, Inc.
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Macroeconomic Update 2025 - Cost of Capital and Valuation Impact
Episode 125
Thursday, November 20, 2025 • Duration 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 on valuations and the cost of capital. Our guests highlight how recent government policies, trade uncertainties, and the rise of AI are shaping market sentiment, interest rates, and equity risk premiums, and emphasizes the importance of staying informed and adapting valuation approaches to rapidly changing conditions. ________________________________________ Continue reading to learn about key resources available at AICPA-CIMA.com to improve your valuation analyses. Guests: Carla S. Nunes, CFA, ABV, Managing Director, Kroll James P. Harrington, Director, Kroll Host: Nene Glenn Gianfala, CPA, ABV, Chaffe & Associations
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Current Trends in Private Credit Markets
Season 124
Thursday, November 6, 2025 • Duration 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? Hear from a specialist tackling these questions, and explore AICPA resources to enhance your valuation analysis.
Key takeaways • Industry economics and motivations of stakeholders and constituents • Applications and limitations of formal valuation and accounting guidance • Characteristics and valuation implications of payment-in-kind (PIK) features • Looking beyond carrying values to assess debt instruments
Continue reading to learn about key resources available at AICPA-CIMA.com to improve your valuation analyses.
Guest: Susan DuRoss, Managing Director, Global Head of Valuation, Harvest Investments Host: Howard Mah-Lee, CFA, CAIA, ABV, Senior Manager, AICPA Valuation Services
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