Title: A Guide to Business Valuation: Methods to Determine Valuation for Start-ups and Established Businesses
Date: May 25, 2023
Organization: Academy of Certified Valuators and Analysts (ACVA)
Webinar Overview: On May 25, 2023, the Academy of Certified Valuators and Analysts (ACVA) hosted a webinar titled “A Guide to Business Valuation: Methods to Determine Valuation for Start-ups and Established Businesses” featuring esteemed panelists:
- Mr. Anshuman Thakur– President & Head of Operations, Knowcraft Analytics
- Mr. Mark Kucik: Owner, The Kucik Valuation Group LLC
Navigating business valuation required a blend of technical expertise and strategic insight. This webinar equipped participants with foundational and advanced methodologies to assess company worth accurately, enabling informed decision-making for investors, founders, and financial professionals.
Key Focus of the Webinar:
- Practical Insights: Shared case studies that illustrated valuation challenges and solutions across industries.
- Valuation Approaches: Explained income-based, market-based, and asset-based methods and their real-world applications.
- Financial Analysis: How to interpret financial statements, ratios, and overall fiscal health to enhance valuation accuracy.
- Method Selection: Tailor valuation techniques to business size, industry, and purpose (e.g., fundraising, M&A, compliance).
- Compliance & Ethics: Adhere to global standards (IVS, USPAP, NACVA, AICPA) while upholding integrity and objectivity.
Why It Matters: Whether you are an entrepreneur, investor, or finance professional, mastering valuation is critical for strategic growth, transparent reporting, and stakeholder confidence. This session bridged theory and practice, empowering participants with tools to navigate valuation complexities effectively.
Webinar Details: A guide to BV | Academy of Certified Valuators and Analysts
About the Speaker:
Anshuman Thakur
President, Head of Operations
