Spotlighting ASA’s efforts to support
members, the profession and consumers.
Editor’s note: ASA has been out in front during the global COVID-19 pandemic supporting
members, the profession and consumers. The following is chronological update
spotlighting ASA’s efforts.
March 11 – ASA launches a COVID-19 website portal with the latest news, advocacy, resources, practitioner guidance and important links.
March 13 – ASA CEO, Johnnie White issues important COVID-19 update noting ASA’s initial efforts to address the quickly changing environment.
March 16 – ASA staff begin remote operations, providing continued support to incoming e-mails, phone calls and website visitors.
March 20 – ASA CEO, Johnnie White provides an update on ASA’s efforts to reschedule or convert in-person classes/events to online formats; to offer membership/reaccreditation assistance programs for members suffering hardships; and collaboration with a coalition of association executives.
April 3 – ASA promotes free April 9 MTS COVID-19 webinar online and to related media.
April 3 – ASA’s North Jersey Chapter to hold virtual board meeting on May 5, 2020 and reschedules the ASA-NAIFA Eastern Region Appraisal Conference to be held November 11-12, 2020 at the Tropicana, in Atlantic City, NJ.
April 8 – ASA’s offers free Ally membership to new non-member gems & jewelry appraisers in response to COVID-19 for a limited time and receives media spotlight from Instore.
April 9 – ASA offers free Ally membership to new non-member real property appraisers in response to COVID-19 for a limited time.
April 13 – ASA International President, Douglas R. Krieser shares his COVID-19 perspective with 25,000+ Valuation Review readers.
April 13 – ASA promotes eLearning options for RP professionals impacted by COVID-19 stay at home orders.
April 15 – ASA shares breaking news from Fannie Mae/Freddie Mac on virtual inspections and Federal Reserve/FDIC/ OCC on appraisal deferrals with real property members.
April 15 – ASA shares breaking news on virtual inspections and appraisal deferrals with 17,000 real estate appraiser subscribers of Appraisal Today.
April 16 – ASA promotes free April 23 webinar on the Practical Aspects of Personal Property Appraisal online and to the PP and GJ media.
April 17 – ASA CEO, Johnnie White announces new member offerings, including an expanded line up of online classes and the launch of new listservs for ARM, BV and MTS members in response to COVID-19.
April 17 – ASA’s COVID-19: Practical Aspects of Personal Property Appraisal webinar receives media spotlight from Instore.
April 17 – ASA converts 9th Annual Equipment Valuation Conference to virtual online format and to offer first-ever virtual networking/happy hour event to be held June 2, 2020.
April 20 – ASA launches new online payment capability for members and non-members.
April 20 – ASA’s Boston Chapter announces May 6 Virtual Lunch Meeting featuring presentation by ASA CEO, Johnnie White on the State of ASA.
April 21 – ASA extends early registration deadline for the 2020 ASA International Conference so members impacted by COVID-19 can benefit from significant savings.
April 23 – ASA’s Personal Property Discipline Committee broadcast free webinar COVID-19: Practical Aspects of Personal Property Appraisal, featuring special guest appearances by ASA’s CEO, Johnnie White and Senior Director of Government Relations and Business Development, John Russell.
April 27 – ASA promotes eLearning options for PP professionals impacted by COVID-19 stay at home orders.
April 27 – ASA records greatest single month increase in social media followers during March 2020.
April 27 – ASA’s important COVID-19 website portal receives over 4,000 page views during March 2020.
April 27 – ASA’s monthly e-mail volume to members and allied professionals increases 78% over annual monthly averages recording nearly a half a million impressions during the month of March in response to COVID-19 announcements, notifications and breaking news updates. Despite significant increase in volume, opened rates increases three full percentage points.
April 27 – ASA generates 18 media mentions in the profession and allied trade media, including 10 key mentions spotlighting ASA’s proactive advocacy efforts.
Editor’s Note: The American Society of Appraisers (ASA) provides listservs for the benefits of its members. ASA understands the importance of keeping members connected by creating an online community allowing members to engage, connect and promote knowledge with others in the field. With the recent launch of new listservs for Appraisal Review & Management, Business Valuation and Machinery & Technical Specialties disciplines we sat down with ASA’s CEO, Johnnie White to learn more.
Q: What was the driving force behind the creation of the new ASA Listservs for ARM, BV and MTS disciplines?
A: The new listservs were put in place in response to
COVID-19, the resulting economic uncertainty and the need by members to
exchange critical information, ask technical questions, share experiences and
make important connections.
Q: Could you tell us
a little bit more about it?
A: The primary goal for the new Listservs is to grow and foster a sense of community amongst like-minded professionals. Participants can meet new people and network, share and learn new ideas, gather technical information and feedback, establish credibility and grow their personal brand.
Q: What are some of
the benefits of the listserv?
A: Subscribers can exchange ideas, information and experiences in an open and friendly environment. A great resource for networking and problem solving, the Listservs are unique in that they focus solely on issues and concerns specific to their discipline. It greatly helps subscribers by making it simple and efficient to share best practices stories, post information about an exciting tip learned that’s geared towards their specialty and more! The information and contacts gained through this forum will be invaluable. And, it’s easy to participate!
Q: What recommendations would you give to listserv subscribers?
A: We recommend participating in the Listservs often. New conversations and responses are posted daily by fellow appraisers. Subscribers can also post questions to solicit advice and feedback from peers. Its recommend that subscribers ask for responses be sent directly to them and then respond to the entire group once a week. Subscribers should also refrain from personal responses to posts like “thank you” and “good idea” in order to limit the amount of e-mails received.
Q: What will ARM, BV
or MTS members have to do to subscribe and use?
A: The process to subscribe and use will be quick and easy.
Detailed subscription and instructions are will be sent by e-mail to members
prior to launch.
Q: Who do members
contact for more information on the listserv?
For information about the new ARM, BV or MTS Listservs, please contact ASA at asainfo@appraisers.org or (800) 272-8258.
Making the most of your membership to better position your practice or career post-pandemic recovery.
—By Sarah Sebastian, CAE, Director of Membership
As the entire world pauses to address the COVID-19 crisis and resulting economic instability, appraisers across all disciplines are struggling to comprehend the short- and long-term impact on their practice or career. With so many uncertainties and an oversaturation of ever-changing information, many are left struggling as to next steps.
During unsettling times like these experts often advise for you to take stock of your current situation, focus on areas you can control and to take small steps to reach your desired goals. With this in mind the following are important tips for you to consider:
Manage Your ASA Communication Preferences – Ensure you are receiving important, crises and other breaking news from ASA, by verifying your contact details and preferences are updated. If you subscribed in the past but not currently receiving alerts, you may have forgotten to update your e-mail address or accidentally unsubscribed.
Tip:To manage your ASA communications, visit appraisers.org, log in, click Edit Profile, review/edit Contact Details, click Preferences, review/edit e-mail address and communications you wish to receive.
Subscribe & Follow ASA’s Social Media – More and more appraisers are on the move, in the field on assignment and out of pocket. Being able to stay connected and engaged with ASA no matter your location ensures you are up-to-date on all things ASA and the profession, saving you valuable time and keeping you ahead of your competitors.
Subscribe & Participate in ASA’s Online Discussions – Your opinions and insights are greatly valued, not only by students, candidates and rising stars in need of advice, but also established members looking for experts to collaborate with on assignments or to refer clients.
Tip:To subscribe & participate in ASA discipline, chapter, region, or other specialty online discussion boards, visitorg, log in, click Edit Profile, review/edit Forum Preferences, select desired Subscription and Delivery Type you wish to receive and save changes. Repeat for Lyris Preferences.
Read the Monthly ASA Valuer – Available in discipline-centric editions, the monthly publication contains everything you need to know about your areas of concentration or other areas if desired. Special content areas focus on trending headlines, skill builders, learn + connect opportunities, top stories, CEO insight, member savings and links to connect with other members.
Set Up or Update Your Find an Appraiser (FAA) Portfolio – ASA’s popular online search tool, not only provides a central portal for consumers, end users of appraisal services, referral sources and fellow practitioners to locate and hire qualified appraisers, but it also provides a valuable opportunity to build your online brand, manage your professional reputation and increase your organic search results rankings.
Tip: To set up or update your FAA portfolio, visit appraisers.org, click My Find an Appraiser Portfolio and complete the convenient and easy Profile Builder. A link for a detailed Step-By-Step Guide is included.
Review & Start Your ASA Benefit Partner Savings – ASA’s comprehensive and diverse list of leading vendors provide you with the tools and services you need. Take advantage of exclusive access and discounts only available to ASA members.
Tip: To review & start your ASA benefit partner savings, visit appraisers.org, click ASA Benefit Partners from the Quick Links menu.
Set Up or Update Your ASA Job Bank/Career Center Account – ASA’s Job Bank/Career Center is a valuable tool for both job seekers and hiring employers. Complimentary for job seekers, the service provides for the posting of resumes, searching/applying for jobs, receiving alerts and access to a career learning center. Employers also benefit by being able to post jobs online quickly and easily, manage applications, search resumes and set up alerts.
Tip: To set up or update your ASA Job Bank/Career Center account, visit asajobbankonline.org.
Download and Use the ASA Logo – Leverage the brand that’s recognized around the world for excellence. Don’t miss out on valuable opportunities to include the ASA logo in all key promotional efforts, i.e. your business card, reports, presentations, website, marketing materials, and more.
Tip: Visit appraisers.org and click ASA Branding Resources from the Quick Links menu. Be sure to review the ASA Branding Guide for usage instructions.
Register for an ASA eLearning Course – ASA offers a full line up of eLearning options. These cost-effective solutions ensure your professional development continues without delay or interruption and enables you to meet credentialing, reaccreditation and/or licensing requirements.
Get Published – ASA offers numerous opportunities for article submissions. This is the perfect opportunity for you to showcase your specialty knowledge or expertise, not only before your fellow practitioners, but also consumers, end users of appraisal services and referral sources.
Following these tips will help you leverage your membership ROI and ensure you hit the ground running when recovery is in sight!
Sarah Sebastian, CAE, Director of Membership Development, manages the development and implementation of all membership recruitment and retention programs. She directs and coordinates the organization’s member services department and actively seeks to grow ASA’s membership base. Sarah has a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Radford University. She is a member of the American Society of Association Executives and is a Certified Association Executive. Prior to ASA, she worked for the Colorado Society of CPAs and the American Academy of Audiology. Sarah can be reached at ssebastian@appraisers.org or (703) 733-2138.
Johnnie White, CEO – American Society of Appraisers
Johnnie White, CEO of American Society of Appraisers spoke with Herb Cohen on Executive Leaders Radio about how his upbringing and family relationships had given him the tools to continue to drive American Society of Appraisers (ASA) forward as a global valuation professional organization. Taking quality traits from both his mother and father, Johnnie has the innate ability to be a great leader, and he shares his approach when tackling such an organization as ASA.
At just 8 years old, Johnnie took charge of his family after his parents divorced. Working odd and end jobs, Johnnie quickly learned the deep responsibility of leadership and did everything he could to support his mother, and to ensure his family had what kids required at that age.
“That’s how I was at a young age – it’s all about innovation. For me, I wanted to build the next best thing from a computer system standpoint. So if you look throughout my career, as I am going into an organization, I’m trying to find the best way to incorporate innovation to make the organization better.”
Listen to the full interview to hear about how Johnnie uses sports analogies and past experiences to explain his technique of being successful in leadership.
“I play the point guard – it’s the supportive personality trait – you’re leading the team and giving the ball to those that you know will make the shot, or taking it upon yourself to make the shot. You need to know when to be a leader, and when to let others be the leader”Johnnie said.
To listen to the interview, click here, or download the free Podbean app on your mobile device.
ASA International Past President, Ronald M. Seaman, FASA, passed away at 88 years old on Tuesday, March 10, 2020. Ron was the founder/president of Southland Business Group. He graduated Harvard University with an MBA, received a Bachelor’s Degree from Hamilton College, and was a business valuer for over 25 years, as well as a licensed real estate broker and qualified expert witness in federal, state, bankruptcy and tax courts.
Ron also was a frequent presenter and author, who participated at profession events and published numerous articles and a publication, LEAPS and the DLOM, a book that takes a closer look at LEAPS—or publicly traded put options—as proxies for determining the discount for lack of marketability (DLOM) on valuing privately held stocks.
Ron was an active member of ASA for 36 years and held many leadership positions, including most notably serving as ASA’s 2009-2010 International President.
As testament to his dedication and service, he was inducted into ASA’s College of Fellows in 2006 and was conferred the prestigious designation of Fellow (FASA), the highest honor ASA bestows.
The Seaman family has expressed thanks for the condolences and support from fellow ASA members. Read Ron’s obituary here.
An inside
look at why appraisers need to educate themselves on this important specialty.
By J. Mark Penny, ASA, ARM-BV, BV-IA
As practitioners, we may be asked to offer an opinion about
the quality of the appraisal or appraisal review work. Any number of situations
can lead to this, such as litigation or regulatory compliance. Once you’ve done
a few reviews, you realize that review work can be tricky and things can go
south for a host of reasons. When reviews go bad, they can get very bad, featuring
personal attacks, logical fallacies, advocacy and gratuitous cherry-picking.
Are those kinds of reviews effective? Are they ethical? Can you get sued for
defamation?
If you offer opinions on the quality of another’s appraisal
or appraisal review, you are probably performing an Appraisal Review. USPAP
Standards 3 and 4 pertain to the development and reporting of Appraisal Reviews.
Can your review work survive a cross examination test of USPAP compliance? When
was the last time you did an in-depth analysis of USPAP or IVS?
Pondering these questions encouraged me to pursue ASA’s
discipline-specific program in Appraisal Review and Management – “ARM”.
This special program allows active Accredited Senior Appraisers (ASA) to earn a
specialty designation in Appraisal Review and Management by submitting an
application, completing AR201
and AR204
courses and submitting an appraisal review report to an examining committee.
Experienced, non-members who hold designations in select compeer organizations
may also participate in this special program through ASA’s Professional
Education Equivalency Certification Program (PEECP).
It’s been a very beneficial decision. The course material,
instructors and class experience helped me become a better appraiser and
reviewer. The ASA classes offer a deep dive into many aspects of development
and reporting of Appraisal Reviews, including relevant professional standards
and analysis of issues in the work under review. The classes also provide a healthy
dose of good common sense practice that can keep you out of the crosshairs or
review boards and plaintiffs’ attorneys.
My instructors were great and the courses well prepared, but
for me, the best feature of the ARM program is the opportunity to interact with
the other students. Many of ASA’s other principles of valuation courses are
populated with early-career participants. The ARM classes are different.
Typically, classmates are seasoned professionals who work in various
disciplines and countries. They bring a unique mix of experiences and can ask
tough questions. Their broad perspectives are mind opening and enriching. I
doubt you could meet such a diverse group in any other professional appraisal
society.
If you want to benefit from ASA’s international and
multi-disciplinary footprint – take up the ARM specialty designation. It pays
unexpected dividends!
Learn more by visiting ASA
online, or by calling (800) 272-8258 and speaking with an ARM
Accreditation Specialist.
J.
Mark Penny, ASA, ARM-BV, BV-IA, is managing director for Cherry
Hill, NJ based Hempstead
& Co., LLC, where he prepares valuation analyses of privately
held firms for numerous purposes including recapitalizations, equitable
distributions, estate planning, employee stock ownership plans, mergers and
acquisitions, fairness opinions, purchase price allocation and calculation of
economic damages. Mark is also experienced in estimating the value and useful
life of intangible assets including goodwill, customer lists, franchises,
trademarks, tradenames and professional degrees. He has prepared valuations for
a wide range of businesses including manufacturing companies, communications
firms, various professional practices, small businesses and agricultural
enterprises. Additionally, he has been qualified as an expert witness and
testified in New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Delaware and Florida. He has
lectured on the topic of business valuation on behalf of the National Center
for Employee Ownership and before estate planning groups. Mark is a designated
Accredited Senior Appraiser, with specialty designations in Appraisal Review
and Management and Intangible Assets. He has been an active member of the
American Society of Appraisers for more than 33 years, and has served in
numerous voluntary leadership positions including most notably as International
President, Philadelphia Chapter President, Chair of the Ethics Committee and
Vice Chair of the Appraisal Review & Management Discipline Committee.
The difference maker – top five reasons why you must attend the 2020 ASA International Conference!
The American Society of Appraisers’ 2020 ASA International Conferencewill be held October 11-13 at the Marriott Magnificent Mile in Chicago, IL.
ASA ARM/GJ/PP/MTS/RP members will have the opportunity to attend the conference at $650
if registered by May 1, which is more than a 40% savings off the onsite price.
ASA BV members
will have the opportunity to attend the conference at $1,000 if
registered by May 1, which is a $200 savings off the onsite price. Additionally,
BV attendees will benefit from a new premium conference level, including full
conference experience, expanded number of dedicated session tracks and post-event
access to BV session recordings for onDemand viewing.
Leading appraisers from all disciplines will join fellow practitioners from around the world to explore and discuss the foremost trends and issues impacting their specialty and overall profession, putting into practice this year’s theme of “Convergence of the Appraisal Disciplines”.
Here’s a
brief look at the top five reasons why appraisers, allied professionals and
others must attend:
Best-in-Class Education – The event will spotlight breaking trends and issues impacting the appraisal profession by featuring over 70 educational sessions with presentations from recognized experts.
VIP Networking – Valuable networking opportunities will be available, not only during program breaks, but also during planned events designed to foster relationship-building. With over 600+ attendees, many of whom are VIP leaders in the global valuation profession, this is an excellent way to expand your centers of influence and propel your referral source potential forward.
Exhibits from Leading-Edge Companies – Be sure to take time to visit our exhibit area to expand your knowledge base on the latest products and services designed to support and enhance your services.
Multidisciplinary Programming – Understanding the drivers behind a variety of specialties and asset classes is critical in today’s ever-changing and inter-connected profession. As the oldest professional organization serving all appraisal specialties, no one understands this better than ASA. In addition to standalone sessions from each discipline, the event will also offer a one-of-a-kind dedicated track covering important topics all appraisers need to know.
Fantastic & Convenient Venue – Chicago provides the perfect location for this year’s event. Convenient and affordable by air and other travel options, getting to the event and back to clients is easily.
Make plans
today to attend this 83 year annual tradition and discover for yourself why
this event is one of the prestigious, globally recognized and longest
consecutive running appraisal conferences.
This past February I had the opportunity to travel to Tucson
and a number of cities in Florida to talk and interact with gems & jewelry
professionals, equipment managers and event venue representatives.
The month started off with visits to Tucson, AZ for the Accredited Gemologists Association (AGA)
2020 Conference and the American Gem
Trade Association (AGTA) 2020 GemFair events. ASA had a strong presence at
both events as a sponsor and exhibitor. The Society also debuted its new Ally
membership program to attendees and its new Fundamentals
of Jewelry Appraisal course to a group of students seeking to learn how to
appraise jewelry. It was truly an eye-opening experience to meet with so many
prospective members and experience one of the greatest marketplaces in the
world.
I then headed south to the sunshine state and visited a number of cities in Florida to meet with event venue representatives to conduct site visits for potential future ASA International Conference locations to help determine potential best fits for our members and attendees.
While in Florida, I also meet with equipment managers and other allied professionals attending the Equipment Leasing and Finance Association’s (ELFA) 2020 Equipment Management Conference & Exhibition in Orlando. Several ASA-MTS members were on hand to assist in networking and promoting the Society to attendees. While attending this event, I also had the opportunity to meet with ELFA’s CEO and discuss future collaborative opportunities.
Lastly, in between travels, myself and other staff had to
opportunity to host two special VIP guests at ASA headquarters, Mr. John Barton,
ASA, from Lyndell, PA and Mr.
Mohammed Al Maa from Saudi Arabia.
Q&A with editors
of ASA’s new authoritative textbook on the theory and methodology of appraising
machinery, equipment, and technical assets.
Editor’s Note: ASA’s Machinery & Technical Specialties Committee recently announced the publication of its new edition of Valuing Machinery and Equipment: The Fundamentals of Appraising Machinery and Technical Assets. Last updated in 2011, the new 2020 edition contains many new and revised chapters, and other beneficial updates. To learn more, we sat down with the publication’s editors, Jamie Allen, ASA, and Garrett Schwartz, ASA.
Q: Congratulations on
releasing your updated publication. Tell us more about it and who’s it for.
Jamie: The book includes chapters on topics covering:
Classification and Description of Machinery and Equipment
Cost Approach
Sales Comparison Approach
Income Approach
The Three Approaches to Value for a Process Plant
Appraising Assets in Groups
Report Writing
Valuations for Financial Reporting Purposes
Ethics
Leasing
Inventory
Marine Assets
Aircraft
Use of Technology
Technical Specialties
Cost Segregation Studies
International Machinery and Equipment Valuations
Ad Valorem Tax: Personal Property
As well as bonus, expanded content in appendices covering:
Accounting Depreciation
Compound Interest
Financial Tables
Quick Reference Tables and Conversion Factors
Useful Information: Measurements and Estimation
Licensing of MTS Appraisers
Pricing and Equipment Data Sources
Sources of Information and Recommended Readings
Valuation Process for Financial Reporting
Q: What formats is
the new publication available in?
Garrett: The Fourth Edition is available as an electronic PDF file, or as a combo set, which includes a professionally-printed hardbound edition and the electronic PDF. The PDF is available today for immediate download. The hardbound printed edition is in production and ordered copies are expected to be delivered after March 2020.
Q: What is the retail
price for the book and where can it be purchased?
Jamie: The retail price for the combo set is $175 members and $195 non-members, while the standalone PDF is $120 members and $140 non-members. Both formats can be purchased online at https://www.appraisers.org/marketplace or by calling (800) 272-8258.
About the Editors
Jamie Allen, ASA, CMI, joined Newmark Knight Frank Valuation & Advisory in 2018 as an Executive Vice President in Valuations and Advisory and the Specialty Practice Leader of the Machinery and Equipment Valuations Group. Based in the Chicago office, Mrs. Allen is responsible for oversight of the group, which focuses on meeting the consulting and valuation needs of her clients as prescribed by the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) and International Accounting Standards Board (IASB), as well as, tax compliance and reporting, insurance requirements, loan collateral support, liquidation analysis, internal planning, and fixed asset inventories and management. Jamie has been an ASA member for 12 years, serves on the Society’s Machinery & Technical Specialties Discipline Committee as Secretary and was the inaugural winner of ASA’s new Woman Appraiser of year award in 2019.
Garrett Schwartz, ASA, CEA, is an equipment appraiser with Sencer Appraisal Associates. Based in Northern California, Garrett has performed appraisals for clients across the United States, Mexico, Asia, and Europe. His clients have included the United States Department of Justice, the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC), the United States military, local and regional banks, charitable organizations, business brokers, legal and accounting firms, private individuals, and business clients from single-proprietorships to Fortune 5 corporations. Garrett has been an ASA member for 11 years, serves on the ASA Board of Governors as a Region Governor covering the Western United States, Australia, and the Asian Pacific Rim. He has also held numerous other past member volunteer leadership positions, including most notably ASA NorCal Chapter President.
The American Society of Appraisers’ Houston Chapter will host its 2020 Energy Valuation Conference on Wednesday, May 13, 2020 online.
BVResources.com will convert all “in person” tickets to “online” tickets at no extra cost to attendee. All “in person” tickets previously purchased will be converted to “online” tickets by BVR.
Event Chair Carol Akers Klug, Location Chair Paula Lindsey, Sponsor Chair Laurie-Leigh White, Speaker Chair Alan Harp, and IT Chair Michael Morgan provided an overview:
Can you provide Learning Objectives, Presenters and Topics of the 2020 Energy Valuation Conference?
Houston Chapter’s Energy Valuation Conference is designed to bring together prominent energy valuation professionals along with exceptional networking opportunities. Featured speakers are remarkable leaders in the energy industry from all corners of USA demonstrating a variety of perspectives in BV & MTS:
Jeff Gustavson of Chevron speaking on acquisition & divestment activity in the Permian Basin;
Alex Lidbeck of Chemical Data on Extensive Chemical Investments. Increased Exposure to the International Market;
Art Berman of Energy Specialist & Consultant on Oil & Gas Property Valuation;
Dr. Rachel A. Meidl of Baker Institute on Energy, UpStream, Renewables & Environmental Policy;
Robert Teigman of Houlihan Lokey on Midstream Market Conditions / Update;
Cameron Alguire of Tudor Pickering Holt on Investment Banking – Global Energy & Power;
Adrian Galis & Steve Sprenger of RSM on Energy Storage/Distributed Generation, MTS;
John Fossum of Petrie Partners on Current State of the Upstream Market.
What makes energy valuation so important to appraisers?
This very dynamic and cyclical industry affects all cities across the world from Denver to Houston to South America. Even if your client isn’t an energy company, energy can still play a vital role in its performance.
What did attendees take away from 2019 EVC? Diversified attendees made perfect networking.
The 143 attendees (25% from out of state) gained a better understanding of the current economic and geopolitical conditions of the industry, and found solutions to challenges faced in energy valuations. EVC is a very holistic and well-rounded conference that attendees enjoy and learn from – not just appraisers. 2019 attendees included: 35% CPAs, 25% ASA.BVs, 20% ASA.M&E, 15% CFAs, 10% Engineers/Industry executives.
