Planning for the Future: Five Business Succession Options and Their Tax Implications
October 22, 2025 When the time comes to consider your business’s future, a well-designed succession plan can help protect your legacy and position the next generation of leaders or owners for long-term success. Whether you’re preparing to retire, scaling back your involvement or simply want a solid contingency plan in place should you unexpectedly be […]
Mergers and Acquisitions of Architectural and Engineering Firms
October 21, 2025 As architectural and engineering (A/E) firms grow and mature, firm owners will eventually face the critical decision on how to successfully transition ownership. Without a clear and proactive plan for ownership transition, firms will likely not reach their full potential, and the value will be limited. Transition strategies generally fall into two […]
Dannible & McKee Partner, Kevin Didio Earns Accreditation in Business Valuation (ABV) Credential
October 14, 2025 – DM Consulting Group, a nationally recognized leader in business valuation, ownership transition planning and financial consulting for architecture, engineering, planning and environmental consulting firms, along with its affiliate firm, Dannible & McKee, LLP, are proud to announce that Kevin Didio, CPA/ABV, CISA, an audit partner, has been awarded the Accredited in Business Valuation (ABV) credential by the American Institute of […]
Samuel M. Lyon, CPA, Named to the 40 Under Forty List
October 3, 2024 – DM Consulting Group, a nationally recognized leader in business valuation, ownership transition planning and financial consulting for architecture, engineering, planning and environmental consulting firms, along with its affiliate firm, proudly announces the recognition of Samuel M. Lyon, CPA, has been named to the Central New York Business Journal’s 40 Under Forty […]
DM Consulting Group and Dannible & McKee Hold Innagural “DM Day of Impact” Supporting Seven Central New York Organizations
September 18, 2025 – DM Consulting Group, a nationally recognized leader in business valuation, ownership transition planning and financial consulting for architecture, engineering, planning and environmental consulting firms, along with its affiliate firm, Dannible & McKee, LLP, a leading certified public accounting and consulting firm, launched its first DM Day of Impact, a dedicated afternoon […]
Dannible & McKee Named One of Central New York’s Best Places to Work for Sixth Consecutive Year
September 12, 2025 – DM Consulting Group and Dannible & McKee, LLP have been recognized as one of the Central New York Business Journal’s Best Places to Work for the sixth consecutive year. This prestigious honor highlights the firms’ ongoing commitment to creating a positive, supportive and rewarding work environment for its team members. Presented […]
Ryan Delao Appointed Tresurer of F.O.C.U.S. Greater Syracuse, Inc.
March 18, 2025 – DM Consulting Group, a nationally recognized leader in business valuation, ownership transition planning and financial consulting for architecture, engineering, planning and environmental consulting firms, is proud to announce that Ryan R. Delao, CPA, has been appointed treasurer of the F.O.C.U.S. Greater Syracuse Board of Directors. F.O.C.U.S. Greater Syracuse, Inc. is a […]
Key Considerations for Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Audits
March 11, 2025 In recent years, a growing number of architectural and engineering (A/E) firms have found it necessary to obtain audited overhead rates that comply with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR). This shift stems from several factors, including the economic downturn that has led firms to pursue government contracts as private development projects declined. […]
Perception vs. Reality: What’s the Value of a Business Interest?
February 10, 2025 A business interest’s value is more than just a number to its owner. It represents years of hard work, sacrifice and investment. Owners often believe they have a clear understanding of their company’s worth. But emotions and optimism about future earnings can cloud their perception. Let’s look at psychological factors that may […]
The Inside Scoop: Unlocking Business Value With Face-To-Face Insights
o determine how much a business is worth, a valuation professional must develop a comprehensive understanding of how it runs. Financial statements and tax returns tell only part of the story. In-person inquiries provide additional insights that can significantly impact value conclusions. Owner and Manager Interviews If a valuator hasn’t previously toured a company’s facilities, […]