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

 Hi, Welcome back to the ValuationPodcast! I'm Melissa Gragg, and in this episode, I'm joined by Scott Zucker, an experienced commercial mediator, attorney, and author of The Mediation Minute . Together, we're exploring a side of dispute resolution that often gets overlooked—the psychology behind successful mediation. While legal arguments and financial facts are important, many bus...

Hi, welcome back to the Valuation Podcast. I'm Melissa Gragg, and today we're diving into a topic that impacts nearly every aspect of our lives but is rarely discussed openly—our relationship with money. Whether you're navigating divorce, grieving the loss of a spouse, rebuilding after a major life transition, or simply feeling stuck in patterns that no longer serve you, the truth i...

Hi, welcome back to ValuationPodcast.com. I'm Melissa Gragg, financial mediator and business valuation expert, and today I'm joined by Kendall Peterson, seasoned executive, business strategist, and author of The Essential Elements of Business Health .  In this conversation, we explore what it really means to build a healthy business that is prepared for growth, valuation, and unexpected...

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 ma...

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 lo...

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 believe...

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...

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 proper...

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...

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 incom...

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...

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 collapse...

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...

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...

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 in...

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...

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, consulta...

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 fro...

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,...

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 ch...

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 c...

Welcome to ValuationPodcast.com—a podcast and video series where we explore all things related to business valuation, financial transitions, and strategic planning. I’m Melissa Gragg, a financial mediator and valuation expert based in St. Louis, Missouri. In today’s episode, we’re stepping into a topic that doesn’t get discussed nearly enough: what happens when you suddenly come into wealth you di...

AI is a Tool. A Negotiation Expert is a Weapon | Negotiation Strategy & Deal-Making Hi, welcome 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 based in St. Louis, Missouri. Today, I’m talking to Christine Nicholson, a multi-award-winning business mentor, speaker, and author. She’...

Employment Law For Business Owners with Gary Martoccio - Business Valuation Podcast Video Series | Valuation Expert Melissa Gragg Welcome to ValuationPodcast.com, your go-to podcast and video series for all things business and valuation. I’m your host, Melissa Gragg, a valuation mediator and expert based in St. Louis, Missouri. In this episode, I’m joined by Gary Martoccio, a seasoned employment a...