Valuation Techniques: Inputs and structure of a business valuation, common errors, and the art of cross-examining opposing experts
Mr. Busenlener, CPA/ABV, ASA, AEP, JD, is a Vice President at Chaffe & Associates, Inc. He has over 17 years of experience in business valuations for a wide range of tax reporting and litigation purposes.
Ms. Gianfala is Vice President of Chaffe & Associates and received her Bachelor of Science in Management from Tulane Freeman School of Business and Master of Business Administration from the University of New Orleans.
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Program Summary
Session I – Business Valuation Essentials: Understanding methods, standards, and key financial concepts – Riley Busenlener and Nene Glenn Gianfala
Learn the basics of business valuation, including when a valuation is needed, financial statement analysis, qualitative and quantitative factors that impact your valuation, different valuation approaches, and much more. This session will give participants a basic understanding of the inputs and structure of a business valuation. This session will cover valuation basics and theoretical foundations, standards and premises of value, valuation standards and accuracy, valuation methods and techniques, and cost of capital and discount rates.
Key topics to be discussed:
- Valuation basics and theoretical foundations
- Standards and premises of value
- Valuation standards and accuracy
- Valuation methods and techniques
- Cost of capital and discount rates
Session II - Precision in Practice: Identifying errors and cross-examining valuation experts – Riley Busenlener and Nene Glenn Gianfala
This session is designed to equip legal professionals with the knowledge and skills needed to critically evaluate valuation techniques and methodologies. Participants will gain a deeper understanding of how common errors in valuations can significantly impact the value of assets or businesses and learn strategies to identify and address these errors effectively. The session will also provide practical insights into the art of cross-examining opposing experts, enabling attorneys to challenge flawed valuations with confidence and precision. Attendees will enhance their ability to advocate for their clients by ensuring that valuations are accurate, reliable, and withstand scrutiny in legal proceedings.
Key topics to be discussed:
- Identify common errors in valuations and their impact on value
- Understand how common errors in valuations should have been addressed
- Effectively cross-examine opposing experts on common errors in valuations
Closed-captioning available
Speakers
Riley Busenlener | Chaffe & Associates
Mr. Busenlener, CPA/ABV, ASA, AEP, JD, is a Vice President at Chaffe & Associates, Inc. He has over 17 years of experience in business valuations for a wide range of tax reporting and litigation purposes. He has taught business valuation and accounting at local universities and has served as a member of the Appraisal Standards Board. Mr. Busenlener has been a designated member of ASA for over 12 years having served as Treasurer and President of the Harold S. Clark, New Orleans Chapter. He received his Bachelor of Civil Law and Juris Doctor from LSU Paul Hebert Law Center. He received his Bachelor of Science from Florida State University. He received his Master of Accounting from Florida State University.
Nene Glenn Gianfala | Chaffe & Associates
Ms. Gianfala is Vice President of Chaffe & Associates and received her Bachelor of Science in Management from Tulane Freeman School of Business and Master of Business Administration from the University of New Orleans. Ms. Gianfala is a licensed CPA, Accredited in Business Valuation by the AICPA and Accredited Senior Appraisers/Business Valuation by the American Society of Appraisers. Ms. Gianfala is an ASA with a specialty in Intangible Assets. She also holds securities licenses 27, 63, and 79.
Agenda
Session I – Business Valuation Essentials: Understanding methods, standards, and key financial concepts | 11:50am – 12:50pm
- Valuation basics and theoretical foundations
- Standards and premises of value
- Valuation standards and accuracy
- Valuation methods and techniques
- Cost of capital and discount rates
Break | 12:50pm – 1:00pm
Session II – Precision in Practice: Identifying errors and cross examining valuation experts | 1:00pm – 2:00pm
- Identify common errors in valuations and their impact on value
- Understand how common errors in valuations should have been addressed
- Effectively cross-examine opposing experts on common errors in valuations
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