Chris Mercer FASA, CFA, ABAR
Chair, Mercer Capital
Chris Mercer is the founder and Chairman of Mercer Capital, one of the nation's leading business valuation and financial advisory firms. Mercer Capital, founded in 1982, provides valuation and financial advisory services for clients across the nation and in many industry niches. Chris is a nationally known business valuation expert, writer, and speaker. He has been valuing businesses - and helping people buy and sell them - for many years. Chris is the author of ten books including Business Valuation: An Integrated Theory, 3rd Edition, Unlocking Private Company Wealth, Buy-Sell Agreements for Closely Held and Family Business Owners, among others. He has served as an expert witness on matters pertaining to buy-sell agreements, gift and estate taxes, statutory fair value, economic damages, and other valuation-related issues. In addition, Chris has served on the boards of several private companies and one public company. Currently, he is chair of the executive committee of a privately-owned nurse staffing company.
Chris is the author of www.ChrisMercer.net [www.chrismercer.net-2D252F-2D2...=" class="redactor-autoparser-object">https://urldefense.proofpoint....], a blog through which he talks to business owners, attorneys, accountants, financial planners, and other advisers to business owners. www.mercercapital.com [www.mercercapital.com-2D252F-2...=" class="redactor-autoparser-object">https://urldefense.proofpoint....]. 901-685-2120
Appearances
IdentificationFVC1916DateNovember 4, 2019As financial analysts and experts we are often required to explain complex financial topics to the layperson; whether a judge, a jury, or even our client…Speakers
Chris Mercer, FASA, CFA, ABARChair, Mercer CapitalDirector, Houlihan Lokey$49Standard Price
IdentificationFVC1957DateNovember 6, 2019How can appraisers determine the appropriate marketability discount for each valuation situation? This is a critical question since the discount for lack of marketability is the single largest valuation adjustment factor in most minority interest appraisals…Speaker
Chris Mercer, FASA, CFA, ABARChair, Mercer Capital$49Standard Price
Identification60DateNovember 7, 2016Hear a veteran valuator, senior IRS official, and experienced tax lawyers explore current trends in, and best practices with respect to, those valuation discounts most likely to arise in a valuation assignment: the discounts for lack of marketability, lack of control, and built-in capital gains…Speakers
Professor of Law, University of San Diego School of LawChris Mercer, FASA, CFA, ABARChair, Mercer CapitalLawrence A. Sannicandro, Esq., LL.M., J.D., M.B.A.Attorney, Agostino & Associates, P.C.Senior Technician Reviewer, Office of the Chief Counsel, Internal Revenue Service$49Standard Price
Identification37DateNovember 12, 2012The valuation profession continues to grow, yet “big” and controversial questions remain…Speaker
Chris Mercer, FASA, CFA, ABARChair, Mercer Capital
Identification43DateNovember 12, 2012This popular session is back for a seventh year and opens with something new! Each panelist will submit their costSpeakers
Stacy P. Collins, CPA, ABV, CFFManaging Director, Financial Research AssociatesJames R. Hitchner, CPA/ABV/CFFManaging Director, Financial Valuation AdvisorsChris Mercer, FASA, CFA, ABARChair, Mercer CapitalNeil J. Beaton, CPA/ABV/CFF, CFA, ASAManaging Director, A&MGary R. Trugman, CPA, ABV, ASA, MVSPresident, Trugman Valuation Associates, Inc.
IdentificationRB130521DateMay 21, 2013The valuation profession continues to grow, yet "big" and controversial questions remain…Speaker
Chris Mercer, FASA, CFA, ABARChair, Mercer Capital
Identification15DateMay 11, 2012Divorce law and business valuation techniques exist independently, but come together when a divorce involves a closely-held business. Some jurisdictions require general acceptance of an expert’s methodology; others required Daubert reliability…Speakers
Chris Mercer, FASA, CFA, ABARChair, Mercer Capital
Identification6DateApril 24, 2014Join us at this panel of nationally noted experts for what should be a lively discussion on the methods, models and tools evolving and emerging to assist practitioners in supporting their DLOM determinations…Speakers
Nancy J. Fannon, CPA, ABV, ASA, MCBAPartner-in-Charge of Litigation Support Services, Meyers, Harrison & Pia Valuation and Litigation Support, LLCJames R. Hitchner, CPA/ABV/CFFManaging Director, Financial Valuation AdvisorsChris Mercer, FASA, CFA, ABARChair, Mercer CapitalRonald L. Seigneur, MBA, CPA/ABV, ASA, CVAFounding Partner, Seigneur Gustafson LLP$29Standard Price
Identification14DateApril 24, 2014This topic would cover the current thinking and trends in the major areas of valuation disputes in divorce related assignments at a very high level including: ACAPM and Discount Rates, Control Premiums and Minority Interest Discounts, Adjustments to the Income Statement, Guideline Public Company Me…Speaker
Chris Mercer, FASA, CFA, ABARChair, Mercer Capital$29Standard Price
Identification22DateApril 25, 2014Four nationally known experts go at it as they debate some of the top issues in business valuation. You will hear their various views on major areas of controversy. Sometimes they will agree, but sometimes they will not. That’s where the showdown begins…Speakers
Jay E. Fishman, FASA, FRICSManaging Director , Financial Research AssociatesNancy J. Fannon, CPA, ABV, ASA, MCBAPartner-in-Charge of Litigation Support Services, Meyers, Harrison & Pia Valuation and Litigation Support, LLCJames R. Hitchner, CPA/ABV/CFFManaging Director, Financial Valuation AdvisorsChris Mercer, FASA, CFA, ABARChair, Mercer Capital$29Standard Price
Identification14DateApril 24, 2014This topic would cover the current thinking and trends in the major areas of valuation disputes in divorce related assignments at a very high level including: ACAPM and Discount Rates, Control Premiums and Minority Interest Discounts, Adjustments to the Income Statement, Guideline Public Company Me…Speaker
Chris Mercer, FASA, CFA, ABARChair, Mercer Capital
Identification22DateApril 25, 2014Four nationally known experts go at it as they debate some of the top issues in business valuation. You will hear their various views on major areas of controversy. Sometimes they will agree, but sometimes they will not. That’s where the showdown begins…Speakers
James R. Hitchner, CPA/ABV/CFFManaging Director, Financial Valuation AdvisorsJay E. Fishman, FASA, FRICSManaging Director , Financial Research AssociatesNancy J. Fannon, CPA, ABV, ASA, MCBAPartner-in-Charge of Litigation Support Services, Meyers, Harrison & Pia Valuation and Litigation Support, LLCChris Mercer, FASA, CFA, ABARChair, Mercer Capital
Identification6DateApril 24, 2014Join us at this panel of nationally noted experts for what should be a lively discussion on the methods, models and tools evolving and emerging to assist practitioners in supporting their DLOM determinations…Speakers
Nancy J. Fannon, CPA, ABV, ASA, MCBAPartner-in-Charge of Litigation Support Services, Meyers, Harrison & Pia Valuation and Litigation Support, LLCJames R. Hitchner, CPA/ABV/CFFManaging Director, Financial Valuation AdvisorsChris Mercer, FASA, CFA, ABARChair, Mercer CapitalRonald L. Seigneur, MBA, CPA/ABV, ASA, CVAFounding Partner, Seigneur Gustafson LLP
Identification19DateMay 20, 2016Do you know how buy-sell agreements work or don’t work? Do you know the potential impact of a buy-sell agreement in divorce? Is a buy-sell agreement a true indicator of value, and could a buy-sell agreement bind a spouse in a divorce action where the spouse did not sign the agreement? Attendees wil…Speaker
Chris Mercer, FASA, CFA, ABARChair, Mercer Capital$29Standard Price
Identification20DateMay 20, 2016Five nationally known experts go at it as they debate some of the top issues in business valuation. Attendees will hear their various views on major areas of controversy. Sometimes they will agree, but sometimes they will not. That’s where the showdown begins…Moderator
David H. Levy, JDPartner, Berger SchatzSpeakers
Nancy J. Fannon, CPA, ABV, ASA, MCBAPartner-in-Charge of Litigation Support Services, Meyers, Harrison & Pia Valuation and Litigation Support, LLCJames R. Hitchner, CPA/ABV/CFFManaging Director, Financial Valuation AdvisorsChris Mercer, FASA, CFA, ABARChair, Mercer CapitalRonald L. Seigneur, MBA, CPA/ABV, ASA, CVAFounding Partner, Seigneur Gustafson LLPJay E. Fishman, FASA, FRICSManaging Director , Financial Research Associates$29Standard Price
IdentificationFVC1813DateNovember 5, 2018Session covers when and why an active passive analysis is needed, how these analyses are typically done and the importance of working with engaging counsel for jurisdictional nuances…Speakers
William C. Dameworth, CPA, CFF, MAFF, CVAMember in Charge of Valuation Services, Forensic Strategic Solutions, LLCAshok Abbott, Ph.D.Associate Professor of Finance, West Virginia UniversityChris Mercer, FASA, CFA, ABARChair, Mercer Capital$49Standard Price
IdentificationFVC1854DateNovember 7, 2018How substantial is tax reform’s effect on business valuation? There has been a lot of discussion and interest in the new TCJA especially, but how has this changed the way we think about valuation…Speakers
Robert F. Reilly, CPA, CGMA, ABV, CFF, ENROLLED AGENTPresident/CEO/COO, Willamette Management AssociatesJames R. Hitchner, CPA/ABV/CFFManaging Director, Financial Valuation AdvisorsChris Mercer, FASA, CFA, ABARChair, Mercer Capital$49Standard Price
IdentificationFVC2023DateNovember 10, 2020Participants will gain insight on how to value S corporations and other pass-through tax entities in the post TCJA world. Additional insights on how to maximize the likelihood of the Tax Court accepting tax affecting will be presented…Speakers
Chris Treharne, ASA, MCBA, CVAManaging Director, Gibraltar Business ValuationsChris Mercer, FASA, CFA, ABARChair, Mercer Capital$49Standard Price
IdentificationFVC2005DateNovember 9, 2020A discussion of recent case law in gift and estate tax valuation arena. Review of common gift and estate tax valuation issues and case law regarding marketability discounts, tax-affecting, valuation approaches, arbitrage, bona fide transfer issues, and promissory notes valuation…Speakers
Natalya S. Abdrasilova, CPA/ABV, MAFF, CVADirector of Valuation & Litigation Services, Boyle, Deveny & Meyer PCChris Mercer, FASA, CFA, ABARChair, Mercer Capital$49Standard Price
IdentificationFVC2135DateNovember 9, 2021This distinguished panel will tackle the tricky part of valuation by addressing the tough issues, Including:Speakers
James R. Hitchner, CPA/ABV/CFFManaging Director, Financial Valuation AdvisorsChris Mercer, FASA, CFA, ABARChair, Mercer CapitalStacy P. Collins, CPA, ABV, CFFManaging Director, Financial Research AssociatesSpeaker - Virtual
Harold G. Martin Jr., CPA/ABV/CFF, ASA, CFEPartner, Keiter$49Standard Price
IdentificationFVC2149DateNovember 10, 2021This session will examine the current state of affairs in the world of marketability discounts. We will survey the most commonly used techniques, trends in recent court decisions, and analyze the characteristics of a subject interest that influence the magnitude of the marketability discount…Speakers
Chris Mercer, FASA, CFA, ABARChair, Mercer CapitalTravis W. Harms, CFA, CPA, ABVSenior Vice President, Mercer Capital$49Standard Price
IdentificationFVC2235DateNovember 15, 2022Hear from valuation experts on the current hot topics and changes in thought on valuation approaches and processes to developing a reliable and supportable Fair Market Value analysis…Speakers
Lisa Cribben, CPA, ABV, ASA, CMAPartner, Valuation and Transaction Services, Hawkins Ash CPAsStacy P. Collins, CPA, ABV, CFFManaging Director, Financial Research AssociatesJames R. Hitchner, CPA/ABV/CFFManaging Director, Financial Valuation AdvisorsChris Mercer, FASA, CFA, ABARChair, Mercer Capital$49Standard Price
