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Why Professionals Choose AMP

Built to Support Business Owners at Every Stage

AMP was founded on the belief that small business is the lifeblood of America. Our mission is to help business owners, lenders, advisors, and attorneys succeed through valuations that are both defensible and actionable.

We deliver clear, audit-ready reports that meet the highest standards of compliance and communication, ensuring transparency and accuracy. From SBA 7(a) lending to estate and gift planning, from succession planning to dispute resolution, AMP is a trusted partner when accuracy matters and time is limited.

Defensible valuations, delivered with speed, clarity, and accountability.

Most valuation options force a trade-off: solo shops that can’t scale or CPA firms that move at committee speed. AMP exists to provide professionals with an alternative path; work that stands up to examination, without the bureaucracy.

The AMP Difference

What sets us apart

Most valuation firms check a box. We dig deeper. AMP delivers more than just compliant reports. We bring the real-world experience, clarity, and reliability professionals count on when accuracy matters.

Exclusively Valuation

Every engagement is scoped, developed, and signed by credentialed valuation professionals (CVA/ABV/MAFF).

Built for Examination

Reports are prepared as if they’ll face IRS review or courtroom testing. They hold clear standards of value, empirical support for discounts, transparent assumptions, and reconciled methods.

Responsiveness You Can Plan Around

Same-day acknowledgment on new matters; Q&A turnarounds in days, not weeks; status updates at agreed milestones.

Communication That Travels Well

We write for attorneys, lenders, advisors, and owners: plain-English summaries paired with technical depth you can cite.

Experts You Can Count On.

Meet Our Team

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Mark Ahern
CVA, ABV, MAFF

President & Valuation Director (Denver, CO)
Mark brings over a decade of commercial banking and finance experience to AMP. As a Certified Valuation Analyst (CVA), he leads our team, drives innovation in process, and frequently speaks on financial literacy and small business valuation at national industry events.

Jim Mulcahy

Director (Chicago, IL)
Jim combines deep accounting knowledge with real-world small business experience. He’s served as a financial advisor, office manager, and startup consultant, making him especially effective at connecting operational context to valuation outcomes.

Luis Oronia
CVA

Associate (Moses Lake, WA)
Luis’ passion for small business is rooted in his upbringing. With a degree in Accounting and Finance from Regis University and hands-on experience with family-run companies, Luis brings both technical skill and community insight to the valuation process.

Credentials

Trusted for the Work. Proven in the Process.

AMP’s Certified Reports Hold Up
Whether your valuation ends up in a boardroom or a courtroom, our credentials ensure the report is taken seriously from the start.

Our Process
Our process is fast, thorough, and tailored to your transaction—especially SBA, ESOP, and succession scenarios. See the full breakdown on Our Services page.

Trusted Credentials for the Moments That Matter

When accuracy and credibility are non-negotiable, our certifications speak for themselves.

Certified Valuation Analyst (CVA)

Awarded by the National Association of Certified Valuators and Analysts (NACVA), this designation is the industry standard for professionals providing business valuations. It’s also required by the SBA for all 7(a) lending reports.

Also through NACVA, this designation supports our litigation work and forensic valuation services. While not required, it shows a deeper commitment to helping clients navigate high-stakes cases and disputes.

Offered by the AICPA, this credential recognizes CPAs and finance professionals who specialize in business valuation. It demonstrates deep technical knowledge and is highly regarded in financial, legal, and tax-related valuation contexts.

Why Professionals Choose Us

(By Decision Factor)

Speed

Solo Appraiser
Capacity limits; variable timing

Mid-Sized CPA Firm
Multi-layer reviews; slow releases

The AMP Business Valuation Advantage
Scalable process; weeks not months

Solo Appraiser
Capacity limits; variable timing

Mid-Sized CPA Firm
Multi-layer reviews; slow releases

The AMP Business Valuation Advantage
Scalable process; weeks not months

Solo Appraiser
Generalist

Mid-Sized CPA Firm
Valuation among many services

The AMP Business Valuation Advantage
100% valuation

Solo Appraiser
One person juggling everything

Mid-Sized CPA Firm
Layered communication

The AMP Business Valuation Advantage
Direct access; set expectations

Solo Appraiser
Depth varies

Mid-Sized CPA Firm
Compliant, not always persuasive

The AMP Business Valuation Advantage
Examination-ready reporting

The Right Partner Makes All the Difference

Ready to Work With a Team That Gets It?

We’re here to simplify the complex, deliver on time, and support the long-term success of your business or your clients. Whether you’re an owner, advisor, lender, or attorney—you’ll find a true partner in AMP.