NACVA

NACVA, or the National Association of Certified Valuation Analysts, is a U.S.-based professional association for professionals who provide business valuation, financial forensics, and related services. Founded in the 1990s, NACVA aims to promote professional standards, ethics, and education in the valuation field. The organization develops guidance on valuation practice and administers the Certified Valuation Analyst (CVA) designation, which certifies expertise in business valuation, including methods, financial analysis, and reporting. Eligibility generally requires relevant valuation experience, professional education, and passing NACVA's certification exam, followed by ongoing continuing education and adherence to a code of ethics.

NACVA offers training through seminars, online courses, and workshops, and it hosts annual conferences and regional events for networking and knowledge sharing. It publishes resources such as practice aids, technical bulletins, and valuation materials to assist practitioners in performing engagements consistent with accepted standards. The association maintains a member directory and various practitioner resources to connect professionals with clients and firms, and it provides guidance on engagement letters, report formats, and disclosure practices.

Membership includes CPAs, valuation consultants, forensic accountants, and other professionals who provide valuation, litigation support, or damages analysis services. NACVA seeks to advance the valuation profession by promoting credible practice standards, ethics, and continuing professional development, and it serves as a leading reference point within the valuation community for practitioners seeking credentialing and professional resources.