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Fort Lauderdale, FL—May 27, 2009—The Institute of Business Appraisers (IBA), the pioneer of business appraisal education, professional certification, and resources, today announced that Dr. Stanley Pollock of Professional Practice Planners, Inc., based in Pennsylvania, has been elected as a member of IBA’s Accreditation Board, which overseas the accreditation process and proposes enhancements or changes to the accreditation process. 

The Accreditation Board is responsible for overseeing the development of business valuation examination questions, scoring and grading procedures, CPE and recertification requirements and reporting procedures. The Board also oversees IBA’s five accreditations and the proposal of future accreditations. In addition, the Board will work closely with IBA’s Headquarters to insure that procedures are properly administered and appropriate quality assurance measures are in place. IBA is very pleased that Dr. Pollock has offered his strong commitment to help ensure that IBA continues to effectively communicate and administer its accreditation policy by serving on this very important Board.

Dr. Pollock is a Master Certified Business Appraiser (MCBA), the highest professional designation awarded in the business valuation industry; he also holds a Business Valuator Accredited in Litigation Support (BVAL) through the Institute of Business Appraisers. Dr. Pollock brings a wide range of experience as a practicing oral and maxillofacial surgeon, management consultant, and business and professional practice appraiser to the association’s leadership position.

IBA’s elections were held in May of 2009. The Accreditation Board nominations are open to the entire membership. Each elected member serves voluntarily and commits to uphold the Board’s charter, participate in Board meetings and attend IBA’s Annual Conference. 

The Institute of Business Appraisers was the first organization to adopt business appraisal standards and ethics. Established in 1978, the Institute was the original pioneer in business appraisal education and professional accreditation. IBA offers the following designations: Certified Business Appraiser (CBA), accredited in Business Appraisal Review (ABAR), as well as Business Valuator Accredited in Litigation (BVAL) and Master Certified Business Appraiser (MCBA).  

About IBA:
The Institute of Business Appraisers is the oldest professional society devoted solely to the appraisal of closely-held businesses.  IBA’s education focuses on showing students “how to” perform the work. Our education courses provide a unique, hands-on, interactive approach to learning. IBA measures success by the professional advancement of its members and personal assistance through our volunteer sponsors and mentors. Headquartered in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, the Institute’s members receive free technical support and FREE access to IBA’s Market Database, the industry’s largest database of closely-held comparable business sales. To learn more about the benefits of an IBA membership, visit www.go-iba.org or call 800-299-4130.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Fort Lauderdale, FL—May 27, 2009—The Institute of Business Appraisers (IBA), the pioneer of business appraisal education, professional certification, and resources, today announced that Kelly Skarda of Allied Business Group, Inc., based in Kansas has been elected as a member of IBA’s Accreditation Board, which overseas the accreditation process and proposes enhancements or changes to the accreditation process.

The Accreditation Board is responsible for overseeing the development of business valuation examination questions, scoring and grading procedures, CPE and recertification requirements and reporting procedures. The Board also oversees IBA’s five accreditations and the proposal of future accreditations. In addition, the bard will work closely with IBA’s Headquarters to insure that procedures are properly administered and appropriate quality assurance measures are in place. IBA is very pleased that Kelly Skarda has offered her strong commitment to help ensure that IBA continues to effectively communicate and administer its accreditation policy by serving on this very important Board. 

Kelly Skarda brings to the association’s leadership position her exceptional skills as a Certified Business Appraiser (CBA) and her experience in mergers and acquisitions. Mrs. Skarda graduated magna cum laude from Kansas State University with a bachelor’s degree in finance, and holds an MBA from the University of Missouri. 

IBA’s elections were held in May of 2009. The Accreditation Board nominations are open to the entire membership. Each elected member serves voluntarily and commits to uphold the Board’s charter, participate in Board meetings and attend IBA’s Annual Conference. 

The Institute of Business Appraisers was the first organization to adopt business appraisal standards and ethics. Established in 1978, the Institute was the original pioneer in business appraisal education and professional accreditation. IBA offers the following designations: Certified Business Appraiser (CBA), accredited in Business Appraisal Review (ABAR), as well as Business Valuator Accredited in Litigation (BVAL) and Master Certified Business Appraiser (MCBA).  

About IBA:
The Institute of Business Appraisers is the oldest professional society devoted solely to the appraisal of closely-held businesses.  IBA’s education focuses on showing students “how to” perform the work. Our education courses provide a unique, hands-on, interactive approach to learning. IBA measures success by the professional advancement of its members and personal assistance through our volunteer sponsors and mentors. Headquartered in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, the Institute’s members receive free technical support and FREE access to IBA’s Market Database, the industry’s largest database of closely-held comparable business sales. To learn more about the benefits of an IBA membership, visit www.go-iba.org or call 800-299-4130.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Fort Lauderdale, FL—May 27, 2009—The Institute of Business Appraisers (IBA), the pioneer of business appraisal education, professional certification, and resources, today announced that Kumi Bradshaw of Asgill Post Ltd., Bermuda’s only independent business appraisal practice, has been elected as a member of IBA’s Accreditation Board, which overseas the accreditation process and proposes enhancements or changes to the accreditation process. 

The Accreditation Board is responsible for overseeing the development of business valuation examination questions, scoring and grading procedures, CPE and recertification requirements, and reporting procedures. The Board also oversees IBA’s five accreditations and the proposal of future accreditations. In addition, the Board will work closely with IBA’s Headquarters to insure that procedures are properly administered and appropriate quality assurance measures are in place. IBA is very pleased that Mr. Bradshaw has offered his strong commitment to help ensure that IBA continues to effectively communicate and administer its accreditation policy by serving on this very important Board. 

Kumi Bradshaw holds the Certified Business Appraiser (CBA) and Business Valuator Accredited in Litigation (BVAL) accreditations from the Institute of Business Appraisers and an MBA from Babson College (Wellesley, MA). Mr. Bradshaw brings several years of valuation expereince involving, divorce, financing, shareholder related matters, and litigation support services to the association’s leadership position. 

IBA’s elections were held in May of 2009. The Accreditation Board nominations are open to the entire membership. Each elected member serves voluntarily and commits to uphold the Board’s charter, participate in Board meetings and attend IBA’s Annual Conference. 

The Institute of Business Appraisers was the first organization to adopt business appraisal standards and ethics. Established in 1978, the Institute was the original pioneer in business appraisal education and professional accreditation. IBA offers the following designations: Certified Business Appraiser (CBA), accredited in Business Appraisal Review (ABAR), as well as Business Valuator Accredited in Litigation (BVAL) and Master Certified Business Appraiser (MCBA).  

About IBA:
The Institute of Business Appraisers is the oldest professional society devoted solely to the appraisal of closely-held businesses.  IBA’s education focuses on showing students “how to” perform the work. Our education courses provide a unique, hands-on, interactive approach to learning. IBA measures success by the professional advancement of its members and personal assistance through our volunteer sponsors and mentors. Headquartered in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, the Institute’s members receive free technical support and FREE access to IBA’s Market Database, the industry’s largest database of closely-held comparable business sales. To learn more about the benefits of an IBA membership, visit www.go-iba.org or call 800-299-4130.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 

Fort Lauderdale, FL—May 27, 2009—The Institute of Business Appraisers (IBA), the pioneer of business appraisal education, professional certification, and resources, today announced that Ronald Harbison of Cass, Levy & Leone, based in Florida, has been elected as a member of IBA’s Accreditation Board, which overseas the accreditation process and proposes enhancements or changes to the accreditation process.

The Accreditation Board is responsible for overseeing the development of business valuation examination questions, scoring and grading procedures, CPE and recertification requirements, and reporting procedures. The Board also oversees IBA’s five accreditations and the proposal of future accreditations. In addition, the Board will work closely with IBA’s Headquarters to insure that procedures are properly administered and appropriate quality assurance measures are in place. IBA is very pleased that Mr. Harbison has offered his strong commitment to help ensure that IBA continues to effectively communicate and administer its accreditation policy by serving on this very important Board. 

Ronald Harbison is a CPA that holds the Accredited in Business Appraisal Reviewer (ABAR) creditial by the Institute of Business Appraisers and two additional business valuation certifications and a financial forensic designation. Mr. Harbison brings over 30 years of experience in all phases of public accounting and business administration to the association’s leadership position. He has worked as a director for a valuation and litigation consulting group, as well as for the Internal Revenue Service as an Agent.

IBA’s elections were held in May of 2009. The Accreditation Board nominations are open to the entire membership. Each elected member serves voluntarily and commits to uphold the Board’s charter, participate in Board meetings and attend IBA’s Annual Conference. 

The Institute of Business Appraisers was the first organization to adopt business appraisal standards and ethics. Established in 1978, the Institute was the original pioneer in business appraisal education and professional accreditation. IBA offers the following designations: Certified Business Appraiser (CBA), accredited in Business Appraisal Review (ABAR), as well as Business Valuator Accredited in Litigation (BVAL) and Master Certified Business Appraiser (MCBA). 

About IBA:
The Institute of Business Appraisers is the oldest professional society devoted solely to the appraisal of closely-held businesses.  IBA’s education focuses on showing students “how to” perform the work. Our education courses provide a unique, hands-on, interactive approach to learning. IBA measures success by the professional advancement of its members and personal assistance through our volunteer sponsors and mentors. Headquartered in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, the Institute’s members receive free technical support and FREE access to IBA’s Market Database, the industry’s largest database of closely-held comparable business sales. To learn more about the benefits of an IBA membership, visit www.go-iba.org or call 800-299-4130.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 

Fort Lauderdale, FL—June 9, 2009—The Institute of Business Appraisers (IBA), the pioneer of business appraisal education, professional certification, and resources, today announced that David Tolson of CapitalValue, LLC., based in Colorado, has been elected as a member of IBA’s Accreditation Board, which overseas the accreditation process and proposes enhancements or changes to the accreditation process.

The Accreditation Board is responsible for overseeing the development of business valuation examination questions, scoring and grading procedures, CPE and recertification requirements, and reporting procedures. The Board also oversees IBA’s five accreditations and the proposal of future accreditations. In addition, the Board will work closely with IBA’s Headquarters to insure that procedures are properly administered and appropriate quality assurance measures are in place. IBA is very pleased that Mr. Tolson has offered his strong commitment to help ensure that IBA continues to effectively communicate and administer its accreditation policy by serving on this very important Board.

David C. Tolson holds an Accredited by IBA (AIBA) designation from the Institute of Business Appraisers. Mr. Tolson has completed over 85 transactions advising business owners in the sale of their middle market businesses ranging in value from $5 to $100 million dollars.

IBA’s elections were held in May of 2009. The Accreditation Board nominations are open to the entire membership. Each elected member serves voluntarily and commits to uphold the Board’s charter, participate in Board meetings and attend IBA’s Annual Conference.

The Institute of Business Appraisers was the first organization to adopt business appraisal standards and ethics. Established in 1978, the Institute was the original pioneer in business appraisal education and professional accreditation. IBA offers the following designations: Certified Business Appraiser (CBA), accredited in Business Appraisal Review (ABAR), as well as Business Valuator Accredited in Litigation (BVAL) and Master Certified Business Appraiser (MCBA).  

About IBA:

The Institute of Business Appraisers is the oldest professional society devoted solely to the appraisal of closely-held businesses.  IBA’s education focuses on showing students “how to” perform the work. Our education courses provide a unique, hands-on, interactive approach to learning. IBA measures success by the professional advancement of its members and personal assistance through our volunteer sponsors and mentors. Headquartered in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, the Institute’s members receive free technical support and FREE access to IBA’s Market Database, the industry’s largest database of closely-held comparable business sales. To learn more about the benefits of an IBA membership, visit www.go-iba.org or call 800-299-4130.