ValuationPodcast.com - A podcast about all things Business + Valuation.

Hi, welcome back to ValuationPodcast.com — a podcast and video series about all things related to business and valuation. I’m Melissa Gragg, a financial mediator and business valuation expert in St. Louis, Missouri.

In today’s episode, I’m joined by David C. Barnett—an international speaker, author, consultant, and one of the most respected voices in the world of buying, selling, financing, and managing...

Hi, welcome back to ValuationPodcast.com — a podcast and video series about all things related to business and valuation. I’m Melissa Gragg, a financial mediator and business valuation expert in St. Louis, Missouri.

When it comes to buying or selling a business, most people focus on one thing—the price. But what if I told you that the price is only the beginning, and that millions can be won or lost in the details ...

Hi, welcome back to ValuationPodcast.com — a podcast and video series about all things related to business and valuation. I’m Melissa Gragg, a financial mediator and business valuation expert in St. Louis, Missouri.

Today we’re taking a deep dive into something every founder thinks about—but very few truly understand: what makes a company fundable in the eyes of an investor.

If you’ve ever believed that ...

Hi, welcome back to ValuationPodcast.com — a podcast and video series about all things related to business and valuation. I’m Melissa Gragg, a financial mediator and business valuation expert in St. Louis, Missouri.

Today we are with Victoria Kirilloff, Certified Divorce Financial Analyst and founder of Divorce Analytics, to break down one of the most common — and misunderstood — issues in divorce:

👉 Hidden m...

Welcome back to ValuationPodcast.com. I’m Melissa Gragg, and today we’re unpacking a case that highlights one of the biggest mistakes people make in divorce litigation—assuming they can fix weak evidence after the fact.

When business interests, hidden assets, and financial disputes collide in divorce, courts rely heavily on the evidence that’s actually presented at trial. And if you fail to properly value an ...

Welcome back to ValuationPodcast.com. I’m Melissa Gragg, and today we’re diving into a conversation that every business owner, attorney, and divorcing spouse needs to hear—because we’re talking about what happens when valuation evidence falls apart in court.

When a business is involved in divorce, people often assume that simply showing up with numbers is enough. But the reality is that courts don’t jus...

Hi, welcome back to ValuationPodcast.com — a podcast and video series about all things related to business and valuation. I’m Melissa Gragg, a financial mediator and business valuation expert in St. Louis, Missouri.

In this episode, we are with Randy Kessler: family law attorney, professor, media commentator, and trusted counsel in many high-profile divorce cases.

From prenups and influencer income to personal goodwill, d...

Hi, welcome back to ValuationPodcast.com — a podcast and video series about all things related to business and valuation. I’m Melissa Gragg, a financial mediator and business valuation expert in St. Louis, Missouri.

In this conversation, we discuss with Becky how discovery really works in divorce cases, why subpoenas often get rejected, and how proper research and compliance can dramatically speed up legal outcomes.
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Hi, welcome back to ValuationPodcast.com — a podcast and video series about all things related to business and valuation. I’m Melissa Gragg, a financial mediator and business valuation expert in St. Louis, Missouri.

Today on ValuationPodcast.com, we’re diving into one of the most cautionary valuation cases you’ll ever read.

Handshake deals. Huge jury verdicts. And a $54 million award that collapsed on appeal.

I...

Hi, welcome back to ValuationPodcast.com — a podcast and video series about all things related to business and valuation. I’m Melissa Gragg, a financial mediator and business valuation expert in St. Louis, Missouri.

Today I’m joined by Peter Anderton, a UK-based leadership expert who helps senior executives cut through the noise to transform their organizations, their teams, and their lives.

This episode tackles a p...

Hi, welcome back to ValuationPodcast.com — a podcast and video series about all things business and valuation. I’m Melissa Gragg, a financial mediator and business valuation expert in St. Louis, Missouri.

Today I’m joined by Jeff Condren, an advisor to family business owners in the Chicagoland area who specializes in next-generation transitions and building the right team to make those transitions successful.

In thi...

Hi, and welcome back to ValuationPodcast.com — the podcast and video series where we talk about business, valuation, and the real-life issues that come with both. I’m Melissa Gragg, a financial mediator and business valuation expert in St. Louis.

Today I’m joined by Emily Bouchard — family transition specialist, author, and speaker — and we’re going beyond the numbers. Our topic is: Before the Sal...

The Future of Leadership: Self-Awareness, Authenticity, and Human Connection with Emily Bouchard and Akasha

Welcome back to ValuationPodcast.com, where we explore business, valuation, and the human side of leadership.

In this episode, Melissa Gragg, financial mediator and valuation expert, is joined by Emily and Akasha for a powerful conversation on leadership, self-awareness, authenticity, and integration — and why these quali...

Who Owns Your Digital Empire? Protect & Value Your Invisible Assets Before You Sell Your Business

Welcome to ValuationPodcast.com—your go-to resource for navigating the world of business growth and valuation. I’m Melissa Gragg, a financial mediator and business valuation expert in St. Louis, Missouri.

In this episode, I sit down with Paige Wiest, CEO of Tree Ring Digital, to uncover one of the biggest blind spots busi...

The Unexpected Cost of Not Planning Your Exit | ValuationPodcast.com with Mark Howley

Welcome to ValuationPodcast.com—your go-to resource for navigating the world of business growth and valuation. I’m Melissa Gragg, a financial mediator and business valuation expert in St. Louis, Missouri. In today’s episode, I’m joined by returning guest Mark Howley — entrepreneur, former business owner, consul...

Women, Wealth & the Future of Art Value: Galleries, Online Sales & Legacy | ValuationPodcast.com

In this episode of ValuationPodcast.com, Melissa Gragg speaks with Ann Priftis, CEO of a group of seven contemporary art galleries across the U.S. and Canada and an art advisor/appraiser—about how value is created (and preserved) in today’s art market.

You’ll hear how galleries are shifting from t...

In this episode of ValuationPodcast.com, host Melissa Gragg sits down with Kelly Finnell, one of the nation’s top ESOP consultants with over 40 years of experience. Together, they uncover insider strategies behind ESOP valuation, regulations, financing, and exit planning. From misconceptions about fair market value to how ESOP-owned companies merge, this discussion helps business owners, advisors, and valuation professionals ...

The Biggest Challenges When Scaling a Business (and How to Overcome Them)

Scaling a business is never easy—especially when you’re also planning for an eventual exit. In this episode of ValuationPodcast.com, host Melissa Gragg talks with Mark Howley, seasoned CEO and strategist, about the biggest challenges business owners face when scaling and selling their companies.

They cover everything from chasing growth vs. ...

Thinking about selling your business—or scaling it to the next level?

In this episode of ValuationPodcast.com, host Melissa Gragg sits down with financial strategist and bestselling author Monica Garcia Duggal to break down her proven Financial BITES Method. With over 30 years of experience in investment banking, M&A, and helping entrepreneurs build wealth, Monica reveals how to prepare your company for growth, exi...