Pathways to Success in Business Valuation: Insights from AICPA's ABV Committee

Join us for an exclusive panel discussion featuring accomplished valuation professionals who currently serve on the AICPA’s ABV Credential Committee. This interactive session offers a rare opportunity to hear directly from industry leaders about their journeys in the dynamic field of business valuation.Through candid conversations and practical advice, our distinguished panelists will share:
Their personal paths into valuation and the unexpected opportunities they discovered
Essential skills and perspectives that make valuation a rewarding career choice
How the Accredited in Business Valuation (ABV) credential serves as a career catalyst—establishing credibility, demonstrating expertise, and unlocking advancement opportunities
Discover how valuation professionals impact critical business decisions across transactions, taxation, litigation, and strategic planning. Learn why the ABV credential can be a game-changer for those looking to distinguish themselves in accounting and finance.Featured Panelists

Nene Glenn Gianfala (Chair) – Chaffe & Associates Inc., LA

Elliot J. Graf – KPMG LLP, MO

Bree Montoya – Gray, Blodgett & Company, PLLC, OK

Charles Wilhoite – Willamette Management Associate, OR

Kyle Wolf – Stern Brothers Valuation Advisors, KS
Who Should AttendThis event is ideal for all business school students, particularly those with interests in accounting and finance. Whether you’re exploring career options or seeking to specialize your skills, this session will provide valuable insights into an exciting professional pathway.The ABV Credential Committee develops qualification requirements and examinations for credential applicants, serves as technical advisor for education offerings, creates initiatives to recruit and retain credential holders, and promotes awareness of the ABV credential within the AICPA community and beyond.