With an increased understanding of financial crimes and money laundering, accountants can assist law enforcement, banks, investors, and governments with information that can be useful to help 

• Keep our capital markets functioning as intended
• Protect our national security by preventing or disrupting illicit finance.

This episode is a discussion surrounding the Summer 2023, Issue 3 of the FVS Eye on Fraud series that educates readers on the genesis of FinCEN’s efforts to enforce anti-money laundering legislation and today’s emerging issues on the topic. 

Guests:  

• Patrice Schiano, JD, CPA/CFF, Fraud Examination and Financial Forensics Program Coordinator, John Jay College of Criminal Justice
• Jeffrey Willoughby, CPA/ABV/CFF, Director, Forensic Resolutions Inc.

Host: Frank Previti, CPA/CFF, Partner and Director of Fraud, Forensic & Transaction Advisory Services, DiSanto Priest & Co.

AICPA Anti-Money Laundering landing page
AICPA FVS Eye on Fraud – Accountants and the Battle Against Money Laundering
Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN)
Press Release (Feb. 2024) Department of the Treasury, National Money Laundering Risk Assessments 

David, Natalya, and Brian discuss the current trends and challenges in business valuation and gift and estate tax including the importance of staying up to date on the current and potential changes in the gift and estate tax landscape. 

The AICPA offers resources and guidance to practitioners that work in the business valuation of estate and gift taxation such as the toolkit landing page, practice aids, and the case law listing – see links in the RESOURCE section below

Guests:  
Brian Burns CPA/ABV/CFF, Partner and lead, FORVIS LLP Forensics and Valuation practice
Natalya Abdrasilova, CPA/ABV, MAFF, CVA, Director of Valuation & Litigation Services, BDM, PC

Host:  David Consigli, CPA/ABV, CDFA, Partner and Lead, FAZ CPAs Business Valuation Practice

Please share your thoughts about the episode - click here to leave us a review  

Want to get involved with future FVS conferences, committees, task forces, or the standing ovation program? Send a message to infoFVS@aicpa-cima.com

This podcast episode is part of the extensive resource library available from the AICPA’s Forensic and Valuation Services Section, the premier provider of guidance, tools, and advocacy for professionals who specialize in providing forensics, valuation, litigation, and fraud services.  Visit us online, and if you’re not already a member, consider joining this active community of your FVS peers. You will get 16 credits of complimentary CPE and access to rich technical content, including BRGonline, Daubert Tracker, and Merger Shark.

RESOURCES FOR FURTHER EXPLORATION
If you’re using a podcast app that does not hyperlink to the resources, please visit 
https://fvssection.libsyn.com/fvs to access the show notes with direct links. 

From the FVS Section Library:
FVS estate and gift toolkit
Business Valuations for Estate and Gift Tax Purposes Practice Aid
Estate and gift case law 
Webcast: Key Trends in Estate & Gift Planning

AICPA 2023 Forensic and Valuation Conference - session available for purchase 
Valuations for Gift and Estate Taxes: Review and Best Practices 
Update on Recent Valuation Cases

LEARN MORE ABOUT 
Accredited in Business Valuation(ABV) – Visit the home page and/or check out the ABV Infographic

Certified in Fraud and Forensics (CFF) - Visit the home page and/or check out the CFF Infographic

This is a podcast from AICPA & CIMA, together as the Association of International Certified Professional Accountants. To enjoy more conversations from our global community of accounting and finance professionals, explore our network of free shows here. Your feedback and comments are welcomed at podcast@aicpa-cima.com

Whether you perform investigations or not, you'll find real-world applicability in this interview with Ryan who will share with us the challenges of open source intelligence investigations (OSINT), including:

• Basics that investigators need to be aware of before conducting investigations
• How  OSINT works with digital forensics
• What You might be giving away if you are not careful about how you conduct OSINT 

Guest:  Ryan Duquette, partner, and national leader of digital forensics at MNP, Toronto Canada
Host:  Elizabeth Woodward, CPA/CFF, CFE, Dean Dorton

Please share your thoughts about the episode - click here to leave us a review  

Want to get involved with future FVS conferences, committees, task forces, or the standing ovation program? Send a message to infoFVS@aicpa-cima.com

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AICPA 2023 Forensic and Valuation Conference - Ryan Duquette's session, Through the Looking Glass: Protecting Yourself While Conducting Internet-Based Investigations

Free for FVS Section members
Forensic Accounting – Fraud Investigations | FVS Practice Aid

Available on AICPA-CIMA.com
Understanding the Forensic Technology Landscape: A Reference Guide for Practitioners
Statement on Standards for Forensic Services

This podcast episode is part of the extensive resource library available from the AICPA’s Forensic and Valuation Services Section, the premier provider of guidance, tools, and advocacy for professionals who specialize in providing forensics, valuation, litigation, and fraud services.  Visit us online, and if you’re not already a member, consider joining this active community of your FVS peers. You will get 16 credits of complimentary CPE and access to rich technical content, including BRGonline, Daubert Tracker, and Merger Shark.  

LEARN MORE ABOUT 
Accredited in Business Valuation(ABV) – Visit the home page and/or check out the ABV Infographic

Certified in Fraud and Forensics (CFF) - Visit the home page and/or check out the CFF Infographic

This is a podcast from AICPA & CIMA, together as the Association of International Certified Professional Accountants. To enjoy more conversations from our global community of accounting and finance professionals, explore our network of free shows here. Your feedback and comments are welcomed at podcast@aicpa-cima.com

Natalya and Dave discuss several recent valuation cases that they presented at the 2023 AICPA FVS conference, including:

• Whether PPP funds should be included in a marital dissolution valuation
• A charitable stock donation where the appraisal was rejected because the investment banker doing it lacked proper credentials
• A divorce case where the court relied on a minority interest sale price rather than the husband's expert, and
• The Biltmore Estate case where the IRS lost arguing for an asset approach rather than an income approach 

Dave and Natalya would like to hear from you about interesting cases, especially Canadian ones.   Please share your thoughts at infoFVS@aicpa-cima.com and put in the subject: podcast ep 79.

Guest:  Natalya Abdrasilova, CPA/ABV, MAFF, CVA, Director of Valuation & Litigation Services, BDM, PC
Host:  David Consigli, CPA/ABV, CDFA, Partner and Lead, FAZ CPAs Business Valuation Practice

Please share your thoughts about the episode - click here to leave us a review  

Want to get involved with future FVS conferences, committees, task forces, or the standing ovation program? Send a message to infoFVS@aicpa-cima.com

RESOURCES FOR FURTHER EXPLORATION
If you’re using a podcast app that does not hyperlink to the resources, please visit 
https://fvssection.libsyn.com/fvs to access the show notes with direct links. 

AICPA 2023 Forensic and Valuation Conference - content available for purchase:

• full conference
• session only

FVS estate and gift toolkit – case law listing  
Economic damages case law 

This podcast episode is part of the extensive resource library available from the AICPA’s Forensic and Valuation Services Section, the premier provider of guidance, tools, and advocacy for professionals who specialize in providing forensics, valuation, litigation, and fraud services.  Visit us online, and if you’re not already a member, consider joining this active community of your FVS peers. You’ll get 16 credits of complimentary CPE and access to rich technical content including, BRGonline, Daubert Tracker, and Merger Shark.

LEARN MORE ABOUT 
Accredited in Business Valuation(ABV) – Visit the home page and/or check out the ABV Infographic

Certified in Fraud and Forensics (CFF) - Visit the home page and/or check out the CFF Infographic

This is a podcast from AICPA & CIMA, together as the Association of International Certified Professional Accountants. To enjoy more conversations from our global community of accounting and finance professionals, explore our network of free shows here. Your feedback and comments are welcomed at podcast@aicpa-cima.com

Greg and Ron unpack the intricacies of valuing companies in the marijuana industry, exploring everything from regulatory challenges to market dynamics. Ron shares his extensive experience and offers insights into his journey, the industry's growth, and the challenges and opportunities it presents.  

• Conflict between federal and state laws and regulations
• FVS practitioner engagement opportunities
• Nuances within the current landscape and landmines that must be considered when performing engagements.  

Guest:  Ronald L. Seigneur, CPA/ABV, ASA, CVA, Founding Partner, Seigneur Gustafson LLP
Host: Greg P. Saunders, CPA/ABV, ASA, Sr. Manager, Keiter CPAs

Please share your thoughts about the episode - click here to leave us a review  

Want to get involved with future FVS conferences, committees, task forces, or the standing ovation program? Send a message to infoFVS@aicpa-cima.com

This podcast episode is part of the extensive resource library available from the AICPA’s Forensic and Valuation Services Section, the premier provider of guidance, tools, and advocacy for professionals who specialize in providing forensics, valuation, litigation, and fraud services.  Visit us online, and if you’re not already a member, consider joining this active community of your FVS peers. You’ll get free CPE and access to rich technical content.

RESOURCES FOR FURTHER EXPLORATION
If you’re using a podcast app that does not hyperlink to the resources, please visit 
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AICPA 2023 Forensic and Valuation Conference - content available for purchase:
session:   2023 Overview of the Marijuana Industry: The Coming Wave of Consolidation and Beyond 

Available on AICPA-CIMA.com - Discount for AICPA members
AICPA & CIMA Cannabis Industry Conference, Aug 12 - Aug 14, 2024
Leading experts will provide you with a deep dive into the rapidly growing multi-billion-dollar Cannabis industry.

LEARN MORE ABOUT 
Accredited in Business Valuation(ABV) – Visit the home page and/or check out the ABV Infographic

Certified in Fraud and Forensics (CFF) - Visit the home page and/or check out the CFF Infographic

This is a podcast from AICPA & CIMA, together as the Association of International Certified Professional Accountants. To enjoy more conversations from our global community of accounting and finance professionals, explore our network of free shows here. Your feedback and comments are welcomed at podcast@aicpa-cima.com

Frank and Josh Epstein delve into the intricate world of M&A disputes, exploring the critical and varying role forensic accountants serve in navigating complex financial landscapes.  This includes an independent accountant/arbitrator, independent expert, or consulting expert.  From the impact of shifting interest rates to the looming wave of baby boomer exits, learn about the ways forensic accountants can assist.

Guest: Josh Epstein, CPA/CFF, CA, CFE, Senior Manager, MNP LLP
Host: Frank Previti, CPA/CFF, CFE, DiSanto, Priest & Co..

Please share your thoughts about the episode - click here to leave us a review  

Want to get involved with future FVS conferences, committees, task forces, or the standing ovation program? Send a message to infoFVS@aicpa-cima.com

This podcast episode is part of the extensive resource library available from the AICPA’s Forensic and Valuation Services Section, the premier provider of guidance, tools, and advocacy for professionals who specialize in providing forensics, valuation, litigation, and fraud services.  Visit us online, and if you’re not already a member, consider joining this active community of your FVS peers. You’ll get free CPE and access to rich technical content.

RESOURCES FOR FURTHER EXPLORATION
If you’re using a podcast app that does not hyperlink to the resources, please visit 
https://fvssection.libsyn.com/fvs to access the show notes with direct links. 

AICPA 2023 Forensic and Valuation Conference - content available for purchase:
session only - Forensic Accountant's Role in M&A Disputes 

Available on AICPA-CIMA.com with a member discount
Mergers & Acquisitions FVS Practice Aid
Mergers & Acquisitions CPE Self Study (2.5 credits)
Mergers & Acquisitions CPE Self-Study (1.5 credits)

LEARN MORE ABOUT 
Accredited in Business Valuation(ABV) – Visit the home page and/or check out the ABV Infographic

Certified in Fraud and Forensics (CFF) - Visit the home page and/or check out the CFF Infographic

This is a podcast from AICPA & CIMA, together as the Association of International Certified Professional Accountants. To enjoy more conversations from our global community of accounting and finance professionals, explore our network of free shows here. Your feedback and comments are welcomed at podcast@aicpa-cima.com

Current economic conditions are impacting the cost of capital. Carla and Nene discuss a summary of these conditions and estimates for projected economic growth followed by a deep dive into the cost of capital inputs and how they are being impacted in the current environment including risk-free rate, equity risk premium, beta and cost of debt. 

This is the first of a series of insights we will share from the FVS conference.  The conversation was recorded right after the session in Las Vegas.  

Guest: Carla Nunes, ABV, Managing Director and Global Leader of Valuation Digital Solutions, Kroll
Host: Nene Glenn Gianfala, CPA/ABV, ASA-BV/IA, Chaffe & Associates, Inc.

Please share your thoughts about the episode - click here to leave us a review  

Want to get involved with future FVS conferences, committees, task forces, or the standing ovation program? Send a message to infoFVS@aicpa-cima.com

 RESOURCES FOR FURTHER EXPLORATION
If you’re using a podcast app that does not hyperlink to the resources, please visit 
https://fvssection.libsyn.com/fvs to access the show notes with direct links. 

AICPA 2023 Forensic and Valuation Conference - content available for purchase:

• full conference
• session only The New Normal: Cost of Capital in a Higher Interest Rate Environment

This podcast episode is part of the extensive resource library available from the AICPA’s Forensic and Valuation Services Section, the premier provider of guidance, tools, and advocacy for professionals who specialize in providing forensics, valuation, litigation, and fraud services.  Visit us online, and if you’re not already a member, consider joining this active community of your FVS peers. You’ll get free CPE and access to rich technical content.

LEARN MORE ABOUT 
Accredited in Business Valuation(ABV) – Visit the home page and/or check out the ABV Infographic

Certified in Fraud and Forensics (CFF) - Visit the home page and/or check out the CFF Infographic

This is a podcast from AICPA & CIMA, together as the Association of International Certified Professional Accountants. To enjoy more conversations from our global community of accounting and finance professionals, explore our network of free shows here. Your feedback and comments are welcomed at podcast@aicpa-cima.com

We discuss with Rumbi Petrozzello, the lead author of the winter 2023 issue of Eye on Fraud, a quarterly publication created by the FLS Fraud Task Force:  

• What is ransomware?
• What are the key techniques used to attach IT networks
• What should forensic accountants do, both professionally and personally, before and after an attack?

The FVS podcast will be featuring an episode on each Eye of Fraud publication from 2023 and forward. If you are a FVS section member perhaps you have already read this content.  We hope these podcast episodes give you a new and different way to explore this information.  If you are not a Section member, this episode will give you a sample of what is included in the FVS Section’s resource library.  

Host:   Frank Previti, CPA/CFF, CFE, DiSanto, Priest & Co.
Guest:  Rumbi Bwerinofa-Petrozzello, CPA/CFF, CFE, Head of Strategy, Consulting, Seramount

Please share your thoughts about the episode - click here to leave us a review  

Want to get involved with future FVS conferences, committees, task forces, or the standing ovation program? Send a message to infoFVS@aicpa-cima.com

RESOURCES FOR FURTHER EXPLORATION
If you’re using a podcast app that does not hyperlink to the resources, please visit 
https://fvssection.libsyn.com/fvs to access the show notes with direct links. 

Exclusive content – Free for FVS Section members

• Ransomware attacks and the Forensic Accountant’s role | FVS Eye on Fraud, Mar 2023
• Impact of everyday cyber intrusions - claims and coverages, Mar 2020
• Increased risk of ransomware during a crisis | Eye on Fraud, Feb 2019

Available on AICPA-CIMA.com

• Cybersecurity Resources for Organizations and CPA Firms
• Safeguarding against ransomware risk
• 3 ways to defeat ransomware: Plan, prevent, not pay
• The crucial role of cybersecurity for accounting firms

U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission - Cybersecurity

Discount for AICPA members - Impact of everyday cyber intrusions - claims and coverages

This podcast episode is part of the extensive resource library available from the AICPA’s Forensic and Valuation Services Section, the premier provider of guidance, tools, and advocacy for professionals who specialize in providing forensics, valuation, litigation, and fraud services.  Visit us online, and if you’re not already a member, consider joining this active community of your FVS peers. You’ll get free CPE and access to rich technical content.

LEARN MORE ABOUT 
Accredited in Business Valuation(ABV) – Visit the home page and/or check out the ABV Infographic

Certified in Fraud and Forensics (CFF) - Visit the home page and/or check out the CFF Infographic

This is a podcast from AICPA & CIMA, together as the Association of International Certified Professional Accountants. To enjoy more conversations from our global community of accounting and finance professionals, explore our network of free shows here. Your feedback and comments are welcomed at podcast@aicpa-cima.com

This is not the GAGAS you learned in college!  Today Elizabeth is joined by veteran investigators and close colleagues, Amy, and David, who share their first-hand experiences assisting with government agency investigations.  You will not be reminded what GAGAS stands for but will get practical insights concerning hiring and firing including current trends in enforcement actions.  

Host: Elizabeth Zachem Woodward, CPA/CFF, CFE, Dean Dorton
Guests:
Amy Yurish, CPA/CFF, CFE, Managing Director, J.S. Held 
David Zweighaft, CPA/CFF, CFE, Partner, RSZ Forensic Associates

Please share your thoughts about the episode - click here to leave us a review  

Want to get involved with future FVS conferences, committees, task forces, or the standing ovation program? Send a message to infoFVS@aicpa-cima.com

RESOURCES FOR FURTHER EXPLORATION
If you’re using a podcast app that does not hyperlink to the resources, please visit 
https://fvssection.libsyn.com/fvs to access the show notes with direct links. 

Exclusive content – Free for FVS Section members

•  Money Laundering and Fraud in the World of Cryptocurrencies | FVS webcast archive
•  The Role of Forensic Accountants in Government Investigations | FVS Eye on Fraud
• White Collar Crime Update

Available on AICPA-CIMA.com - White Collar Crime - The DOJ's Perspective on Enforcement

Discount for AICPA members - Real Frauds Found in Governments

This podcast episode is part of the extensive resource library available from the AICPA’s Forensic and Valuation Services Section, the premier provider of guidance, tools, and advocacy for professionals who specialize in providing forensics, valuation, litigation, and fraud services.  Visit us online, and if you’re not already a member, consider joining this active community of your FVS peers. You’ll get free CPE and access to rich technical content.

LEARN MORE ABOUT 
Accredited in Business Valuation (ABV) – Visit the home page and/or check out the ABV Infographic

Certified in Fraud and Forensics (CFF) - Visit the home page and/or check out the CFF Infographic

This is a podcast from AICPA & CIMA, together as the Association of International Certified Professional Accountants. To enjoy more conversations from our global community of accounting and finance professionals, explore our network of free shows here. Your feedback and comments are welcomed at podcast@aicpa-cima.com

Financial experts provide opinions on whether a business has suffered loss of profits (temporary damage) or loss of value (permanent harm) from an alleged action.

• What steps can financial experts take to assist counsel and their client
• What standards should professionals follow

Our guest shares with Josh how the process of understanding the initial allegations or claims has helped him in a variety of forensic and valuation engagements. 
 
Host: Josh Shilts, CPA/ABV/CFF/CGMA, ASA, CFE. Shilts CPA, PLLC
Guest: Joseph L. Leauanae, CPA/ABV/CFF/CITP, CFE, ASA, Partner, Anthem Forensics LLC

Please share your thoughts about the episode - click here to leave us a review  

Want to get involved with future FVS conferences, committees, task forces, or the standing ovation program? Send a message to infoFVS@aicpa-cima.com

This podcast episode is part of the extensive resource library available from the AICPA’s Forensic and Valuation Services Section, the premier provider of guidance, tools, and advocacy for professionals who specialize in providing forensics, valuation, litigation, and fraud services.  Visit us online, and if you’re not already a member, consider joining this active community of your FVS peers. You’ll get free CPE and access to rich technical content.

RESOURCES FOR FURTHER EXPLORATION
If you’re using a podcast app that does not hyperlink to the resources, please visit 
https://fvssection.libsyn.com/fvs to access the show notes with direct links. 

Exclusive content – Free for FVS Section members

• Calculating Lost Profits | FVS Practice Aid
• Communications in Litigation and Dispute Services | FVS Practice Aid  
• Serving as an Expert Witness or Consultant | FVS Practice Aid

Discount for AICPA members

CPE self-study:  Lost Profit Engagements for Forensic Accounting and Valuation Practitioners

Forensic and Valuation Practitioners, join us in Las Vegas November 6-8 for two amazing trainings.  Click here to register for the FVS conference or Click here to register for the Expert Witness workshop.  FVS Section members save $500. Credential holders save even more! To find out how to join the FVS Section  please visit the website

LEARN MORE ABOUT 
Accredited in Business Valuation(ABV) – Visit the home page and/or check out the ABV Infographic

Certified in Fraud and Forensics (CFF) - Visit the home page and/or check out the CFF Infographic

This is a podcast from AICPA & CIMA, together as the Association of International Certified Professional Accountants. To enjoy more conversations from our global community of accounting and finance professionals, explore our network of free shows here. Your feedback and comments are welcomed at podcast@aicpa-cima.com

This year’s FVS Conference will feature the Litigation Talk Series, an innovative way to bring colleagues together for peer-to-peer exchange of information. Rising-star pod squad host, Frank Previti, discusses the aspects of the “Talk Series” that make it unique, such as: 

• An emphasis on learning by communicating with each other
• The biggest ROI:  being at the conference in person and making connections with each other
• It’s “okay” to talk with each other professionally…that’s how we improve

The Litigation Talk Series sessions are on day 2 of the conference: 

• “When Key Information or Data You Need is Not Available”, November 7 at 1:30 pm PT
• “How to Handle Surprise or Contradictory Data or Information in Deposition or Trial”, November 7 at 3:10 pm PT

Guests:  
Jolene Fraser, CPA/CFF, CFE, Managing Director, Forensic, Litigation and Valuation Services, Eisner Advisory Group LLC
Suzanne R. Thompson, CPA,/CFF/CGMA, CFE, Senior Director, Alvarez & Marsal Disputes and Investigations, LLC

Host:  Frank Previti, CPA/CFF, CFE, DiSanto, Priest & Co.

Please share your thoughts about the episode - click here to leave us a review  

Want to get involved with future FVS conferences, committees, task forces, or the standing ovation program? Send a message to infoFVS@aicpa-cima.com

This podcast episode is part of the extensive resource library available from the AICPA’s Forensic and Valuation Services Section, the premier provider of guidance, tools, and advocacy for professionals who specialize in providing forensics, valuation, litigation, and fraud services.  Visit us online, and if you’re not already a member, consider joining this active community of your FVS peers. You’ll get free CPE and access to rich technical content.

RESOURCES FOR FURTHER EXPLORATION
If you’re using a podcast app that does not hyperlink to the resources, please visit 
https://fvssection.libsyn.com/fvs to access the show notes with direct links. 

Forensic and Valuation Practitioners, join us in Las Vegas November 6-8 for two amazing trainings.  Click here to register for the FVS conference or Click here to register for the Expert Witness workshop.  FVS Section members save $500. Credential holders save even more! To find out how to join the FVS Section  please visit the website

LEARN MORE ABOUT 
Accredited in Business Valuation(ABV) – Visit the home page and/or check out the ABV Infographic

Certified in Fraud and Forensics (CFF) - Visit the home page and/or check out the CFF Infographic

This is a podcast from AICPA & CIMA, together as the Association of International Certified Professional Accountants. To enjoy more conversations from our global community of accounting and finance professionals, explore our network of free shows here. Your feedback and comments are welcomed at podcast@aicpa-cima.com

Join FVS podcast showrunner, Alicia Ross, Sr. Manager, AICPA FVS team, as she asks Penny Zenker, the Focusologist, to give us a peek into her strategy for improving employee engagement and retention: the Reset Moment.  A Reset Moment is a tool that can help you to better engage with employees and create a nurturing workplace culture.  Penny will be the featured keynote at the 2023 FVS Conference, Nov. 6-8 in Las Vegas.  

Guest:  Penny Zenker, The Focusologist

• TED talk: The Energy of Thought  
• Book:  The Productivity Zone  
• Distraction quiz

Please share your thoughts about the episode -  Click here to leave us a review  

Want to get involved with future FVS conferences, committees, task forces, or the standing ovation program? Send a message to infoFVS@aicpa-cima.com

This podcast episode is part of the extensive resource library available from the AICPA’s Forensic and Valuation Services Section, the premier provider of guidance, tools, and advocacy for professionals who specialize in providing forensics, valuation, litigation, and fraud services.  Visit us online, and if you’re not already a member, consider joining this active community of your FVS peers. You’ll get free CPE and access to rich technical content.

RESOURCES FOR FURTHER EXPLORATION
If you’re using a podcast app that does not hyperlink to the resources, please visit 
https://fvssection.libsyn.com/fvs to access the show notes with direct links. 

Forensic and Valuation Practitioners, join us in Las Vegas November 6-8 for two amazing trainings.  Click here to register for the FVS conference or Click here to register for the Expert Witness workshop.  FVS Section members save $500. Credential holders save even more! To find out how to join the FVS Section  please visit the website

LEARN MORE 

• Accredited in Business Valuation(ABV) – Visit the home page and/or check out the ABV Infographic
• Certified in Fraud and Forensics (CFF) - Visit the home page and/or check out the CFF Infographic

This is a podcast from AICPA & CIMA, together as the Association of International Certified Professional Accountants. To enjoy more conversations from our global community of accounting and finance professionals, explore our network of free shows here.  Your feedback and comments are welcomed at podcast@aicpa-cima.com

HOSTS.

• Nene Gianfala, CPA/ABV, ASA-BV/IA, Chaffe & Associates, Inc.
• Frank Previti, CPA/CFF, CFE, DiSanto, Priest & Co.

GUESTS.

• Travis Armstrong, CPA/CFF, CFE, Partner - Forensic Accounting and Litigation Services, Hemming Morse LLP
• Lisa Cribben, CPA/ABV, ASA, CMA, Partner, Valuation and Transaction Services, Hawkins Ash CPAs

The FVS podsquad are joined by the Chairs of the 2023 FVS Conference for a sneak peek of what to expect at this year’s conference in Las Vegas. We go over:

• the hot topics that will be covered during the event,
• keynote speakers that you will not want to miss,
• the benefits for those attending in-person

Want to get involved with future FVS conferences, committees, task forces, the standing ovation program? Send a message to infoFVS@aicpa-cima.com

Forensic and Valuation Practitioners, join us in Las Vegas November 6-8 for two amazing trainings, and FVS Section members save!  Click here to find out how to join! FVS Section members save $500. Credential holders save even more!

RESOURCES FOR FURTHER EXPLORATION

If you’re using a podcast app that does not hyperlink to the resources, please visit  https://fvssection.libsyn.com/fvs to access the show notes with direct links. 

LEARN MORE ABOUT:  

• Accredited in Business Valuation(ABV) – Visit the home page and/or check out the ABV Infographic
• Certified in Fraud and Forensics (CFF) - Visit the home page and/or check out the  CFF Infographic

ABOUT US.

This podcast episode is part of the extensive resource library available from the AICPA’s Forensic and Valuation Services Section, the premier provider of guidance, tools, and advocacy for professionals who specialize in providing forensics, valuation, litigation, and fraud services.  Visit us online, and if you’re not already a member, consider joining this active community of your FVS peers. You’ll get free CPE and access to rich technical content.

Please share your thoughts by leaving us a review here or copy and paste this URL into your browser https://forms.office.com/r/4cjNd6m1TJ so we can continue bringing valuable and relevant content to you. Any other issues can be sent to podcast@aicpa-cima.com.

Host:  Jenny Allen, CPA/ABV/CFF, Anthem Forensics

Guest:  Jared Tonks, CPA/ABV/CFF, CBIZ Forensic and Financial Services practice

Jenny and Jared had too much fun discussing their shared passion for forensic accounting and business valuation.  They both are CPA/ABV/CFF credential holders and share their thoughts on: 

• The challenges that arise when incorporating forensic accounting services into a business valuation engagement.
• Advice for your clients when they want to incorporate forensic accounting services into a business valuation engagement.

 RESOURCES for Further exploration on this topic:: If you’re using a podcast app that does not hyperlink to the resources, please visit https://fvssection.libsyn.com/fvs to access the show notes with direct links. 

Forensic and Valuation Practitioners – Join us in Las Vegas November 6-8 for 2 amazing trainings, and FVS Section members save!  Click here to find out how to join!  

AICPA & CIMA Forensic & Valuation Services Conference.  Register here. FVS Section members save $500.  Credential holders save even more!

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Accredited in Business Valuation(ABV) – Visit the home page and/or check out the ABV Infographic

Certified in Fraud and Forensics (CFF) - Visit the home page and/or check out the CFF Infographic

 This podcast episode is part of the extensive resource library available from the AICPA’s Forensic and Valuation Services Section, the premier provider of guidance, tools, and advocacy for professionals who specialize in providing forensics, valuation, litigation, and fraud services.  Visit us online, and if you’re not already a member, consider joining this active community of your FVS peers. You’ll get free CPE and access to rich technical content.

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Hosts
Greg P. Saunders, CPA, ABV, ASA, Sr. Manager, Keiter CPAs
Anveshica (Saumya) Tayi, CPA/ABV, Director, Alix Partners, LLP
Guest:
Stacy Preston Collins, CPA/ABV/CFF, Financial Research Associates

Stacy Collins is a Managing Director with the team at Financial Research Associates who, for 30 years, has specialized in business valuation, including litigation support, and is qualified as a national expert in the finance, accounting, and economics fields.  Additionally, Stacey is the
chair for the AICPA’s expert witness workshop for the past several years.  In this episode, Stacy discusses:

•    Her path to becoming an expert witness
•    The role of the expert witness
•    Working with counsel to identify the relevant facts in the matter
•    How to produce an independent, credible valuation that will withstand the scrutiny of the Courts

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If you’re using a podcast app that does not hyperlink to the resources, please visit https://fvssection.libsyn.com/fvs to access the show notes with direct links. 

FVS Section members save!  Click here to find out how to join!  

Expert Witness Workshop, Nov 06 - Nov 08, 2023.  FVS section discount: $550

2023 Forensic and Valuation Services Conference) Nov 06 - Nov 08, 2023.  FVS section discount: $500

FVS webcast | Oct 17:  Overview of Expert Reports, Depositions, and Trial  FVS section discount: $90

FVS webcast archive | Two perspectives on the path to becoming an FVS expert for litigation. Free for FVS Section members

2022 FVS Conference session “Watching How the Sausage is Made: From Retention to Report Issuance and Everything In Between”  

Podcast Archives (Free) - From Retention to Report Issuance and Everything In Between

This podcast episode is part of the extensive resource library available from the AICPA’s Forensic and Valuation Services Section, the premier provider of guidance, tools, and advocacy for professionals who specialize in providing forensics, valuation, litigation, and fraud services.  Visit us online, and if you’re not already a member, consider joining this active community of your FVS peers. You’ll get free CPE and access to rich technical content.

Please share your thoughts by leaving us a review here or copy and paste this URL into your browser https://forms.office.com/r/4cjNd6m1TJ so we can continue bringing valuable and relevant content to you. Any other issues can be sent to podcast@aicpa-cima.com
Information on credentials - Our FVS credential programs allow AICPA members to demonstrate competence and confidence in providing forensic and valuation services to their clients.

ABV Credential (Accredited in Business Valuation)

CFF Credential (Certified in Fraud and Forensics)

Host:  Nene Gianfala, CPA/ABV, ASA-BV/IA, Chaffe & Associates, Inc.

Guest:  Alex Aronsohn, FRICS, Director of Technical Standards - Tangible Assets, International Valuation Standards Council (IVSC)

Join us for another podcast that highlights the importance of ESG and its potential impact on business valuations. Our guest for this segment is Alex Aronsohn, who is with the IVSC. During this podcast, we discuss:

-          What motivated the IVSC to incorporate ESG?

-          Discussion of past perspective papers and survey results regarding the incorporation of ESG

-          Highlights from the IVSC Exposure Draft that specifically address ESG, including the ESG Appendix

For Further exploration on this topic: If you’re using a podcast app that does not hyperlink to the resources, please visit https://fvssection.libsyn.com/fvs to access the show notes with direct links. 

Hosts: 

Josh Shilts, CPA/ABV/CFF/CGMA, ASA, CFE. Shilts CPA, PLLC

Nene Gianfala, CPA/ABV, CEIV, ASA-BV/IA, Chaffe & Associates, Inc.

Guest:  Jennifer L. Anderson, JD, Baker Donelson

Jennifer Anderson joins Nene and Josh to discuss the Federal Trade Commissions’ (“FTC”) proposed rule to ban Non-Compete Agreements.  What’s at stake is employers’ ability to impose noncompete agreements on their workers. Noncompetes are a widespread and often exploitative practice that suppresses wages, hampers innovation and blocks entrepreneurs from starting new businesses. 

Ms. Anderson provides in-depth analysis and insight on measures businesses can undertake to mitigate some of the perceived threats often understood to be ‘covered’ by a non-compete agreement.  Nene discusses the potential impact on the valuation of non-competes from a financial reporting perspective, while Josh mentions the repercussions it might have on non competes in a litigation context.

For Further exploration on this topic: If you’re using a podcast app that does not hyperlink to the resources, please visit https://fvssection.libsyn.com/fvs to access the show notes with direct links. 

 FTC.Gov:  FTC Proposes Rule to Ban Noncompete Clauses, Which Hurt Workers and Harm Competition'

This podcast episode is part of the extensive resource library available from the AICPA’s Forensic and Valuation Services Section, the premier provider of guidance, tools, and advocacy for professionals who specialize in providing forensics, valuation, litigation, and fraud services.  Visit us online at www.aicpa.org/fvs, and if you’re not already a member, consider joining this active community of your FVS peers. You’ll get free CPE and access to rich technical content.

 Please share your thoughts - leave us a review using this link or copy and paste this URL into your browser https://forms.office.com/r/4cjNd6m1TJ so we can continue bringing valuable and relevant content to you. Any other issues can be sent to podcast@aicpa-cima.com

Information on credentials - Our FVS credential programs allow AICPA members to demonstrate competence and confidence in providing forensic and valuation services to their clients.

ABV Credential (Accredited in Business Valuation)

CFF Credential (Certified in Fraud and Forensics)

Host:  Josh Shilts CPA/ABV/CFF/CGMA, ASA, CFE – President, Shilts CPA PLLC

Guest:  Mike Blake ASA, ABAR, CFA – Managing Partner, Brady Ware Arpeggio, LLC

We welcome Mike Blake again to join Josh Shilts and discuss the current recruiting and retention landscape.  Mike provides provoking thoughts on how to help you manage and navigate your FVS firm by addressing historical processes along with how he is using a different thought process for recruiting, empowering, and retaining other professionals.  Including:

·         Insights into team culture, and

·         Individuals’ motivations in choosing the right firm

NOTE:  the ideas shared in this episode are applicable to any FVS practice though a business valuation practice is specifically discussed. 

For Further exploration on this topic:

If you’re using a podcast app that does not hyperlink to the resources, please visit https://fvssection.libsyn.com/fvs to access the show notes with direct links. 

Listen to Mike Blake’s previous FVS podcast episode Turning Risk into Value - Gathering and Applying Information for a Better Business Appraisal

Want to help spread the word about BV and Forensics as an alternate path to traditional accounting/auditing/tax?  If you are interested in becoming a mentor (or finding a mentor), becoming a volunteer on a task force, and/or joining FVS awareness efforts to students/young professionals, please contact the AICPA-CIMA FVS member section. 

Articles and training

·         Hot jobs: Valuation specialists needed in good economic times and bad

·         AICPA-CIMA Global Career Hub – Student careers

·         How can AICPA ABV credential holders help in times of need?

·         AICPA & CIMA Forensic & Valuation Services Conference

·         AICPA & CIMA Expert Witness Skills Workshop

This podcast episode is part of the extensive resource library available from the AICPA’s Forensic and Valuation Services Section, the premier provider of guidance, tools, and advocacy for professionals who specialize in providing forensics, valuation, litigation, and fraud services.  Visit us online at www.aicpa.org/fvs, and if you’re not already a member, consider joining this active community of your FVS peers. You’ll get free CPE and access to rich technical content.

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Follow us wherever you get your podcasts and leave us a review using this link or copy and paste this URL into your browser https://forms.office.com/r/4cjNd6m1TJ so we can continue bringing valuable and relevant content to you. Any other issues can be sent to podcast@aicpa-cima.com

Information on credentials

Our FVS credential programs allow AICPA members to demonstrate competence and confidence in providing forensic and valuation services to their clients.

·         ABV Credential (Accredited in Business Valuation)

·         CFF Credential (Certified in Fraud and Forensics)

Host:  David Consigli, CPA/ABV, CDFA, FAZ CPAs

Guest(s):  

Nicole Lyons, CPA/CFF, CVA, Partner, WithumSmith+Brown, PC

Brian Schwartz, Attorney at Law, JD, Partner at Szaferman Lakind

Description:

Lawyers and accountants need to work together in litigation support in a collaborative effort. Bringing in an attorney adds another layer to what happens in engagements in the litigation space.  Today’s episode features both the attorney’s perspective and the forensic and/or valuation specialist, specific topics covered are:

·         Statement on Standards for Forensic Services No. 1 (SSFS No. 1) and how the expert needs to remind and assist the attorney

·         A road map for the new forensic and valuation expert start starting out in litigation support engagements

·         A good refresher for the experts

·         How and what happens behind the scenes.

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FVS section members attend for FREE.  June 27:  Two Perspectives on the Path to Becoming an FVS Expert for Litigation

Conference Workshop, Nov 6-8:  AICPA & CIMA Expert Witness Skills Workshop

Early bird pricing through September 22 – attend and network with attendees at the FVS Conference in Las Vegas!

Webcast prereq:  Oct 17:  Overview of Expert Reports, Depositions, and Trial  - free for workshop attendees!

Available for purchase from AICPAconferences.com

AICPA-CIMA Forensic and Valuation Services Conference, session:  FVC2213 - From Retention to Report Issuance and Everything In Between

This podcast episode is part of the extensive resource library available from the AICPA’s Forensic and Valuation Services Section, the premier provider of guidance, tools, and advocacy for professionals who specialize in providing forensics, valuation, litigation, and fraud services.  If you’re not already a member, visit us online and consider joining this active community of your FVS peers. You’ll get free CPE and access to rich technical content.

Don’t miss an episode –

Follow us wherever you get your podcasts and leave us a review using this link or copy and paste this URL into your browser https://forms.office.com/r/4cjNd6m1TJ so we can continue bringing valuable and relevant content to you. Any other issues can be sent to podcast@aicpa-cima.com

Information on credentials

Our FVS credential programs allow AICPA members to demonstrate competence and confidence in providing forensic and valuation services to their clients.

·         ABV Credential (Accredited in Business Valuation)

·         CFF Credential (Certified in Fraud and Forensics)

Host:  Nene Gianfala, CPA/ABV, CEIV, ASA-BV/IA, Chaffe & Associates, Inc.

Guests

Antonella Puca, CPA/ABV, CFA, Partner – BlueVal

Jay Baris, JD, SIDLEY AUSTIN LLP

David Konop, MBA, ABV, Principal, KPMG, LLP

Cryptocurrencies are often volatile, typically trade around the clock, contain different rights and privileges, and therefore present special challenges in valuation. Additionally, the number of entities in the digital currency ecosystem has grown significantly and has been accompanied by the development of new capital tools such as Simple Agreements for Future Token (SAFT) and accompanying financial instruments.

In Part 2 Dave and Antonella will discuss:

·         Challenges that cryptocurrencies and companies present in a valuation

·         Applying the fair value standard of ASC 820/IFRS 13

·         Impact on VC valuation of current trends in VC capital raising

·         Valuation of cryptocurrencies and companies - recent trends and challenges

For Further exploration on this topic:  If you’re using a podcast app that does not hyperlink to the resources, please visit https://fvssection.libsyn.com/fvs to access the show notes with direct links.

Event:  AICPA® & CIMA® Portfolio Valuation Forum on June 28, 4:30–6:15 pm ET   Attend either in person at KPMG in New York City or virtually via live broadcast.   Industry experts will discuss current issues and trends relating to the complexities of portfolio valuations Participants will be able to ask questions throughout the event and receive up to two CPE credits at NO COST!    Click here to learn more and register

Webcast:  Investigations in the Crypto Currency World on July 18, 1:00 - 2:30 pm ET Investigations involving blockchains and digital assets serve a variety of purposes. Attend this webcast for an overview of the applications, associated risks, and techniques used during an investigation. Participants will see examples of its practical applications and gain an understanding of the basic mechanics of blockchain analytics. Click here to learn more and register

Webcast playback - Venture Capital Fundraising and Valuation Trends