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Private client tax forum

Part of the Tax in Motion 2024 series

August 21, 2024
Event details
Date and time

Wednesday, August 21, 2024

Recorded, watch anytime

Intended audience

CEO, CFO, Controller, Tax Executive

Duration

Each event 60 minutes

Event overview

View our RSM 2024 private client tax forum!

This multisession event will examine key tax topics related to private companies and their owners.

Now available on-demand.

Session 1: Economic issues affecting closely held businesses

Preparing for economic ups and downs as a private company can feel daunting, but with a sound tax strategy, it's possible. Our economic outlook will help you navigate business decisions in the peaks and valleys of an elevated-rate environment, the labor market, trade and supply chain, technology and more.

Presenters:

  • Justin Stallard
    Justin Stallard
    Partner
    RSM US

    Justin Stallard is a tax partner and member of RSM’s private company leadership team. He has more than 25 years of experience advising middle market businesses and their owners in the manufacturing and distribution, consumer products and business and professional services industries.

    Justin Stallard
    Justin Stallard
    Partner
    RSM US

    Justin Stallard is a tax partner and member of RSM’s private company leadership team. He has more than 25 years of experience advising middle market businesses and their owners in the manufacturing and distribution, consumer products and business and professional services industries.

  • Andy Swanson
    Andy Swanson
    Partner
    RSM US

    Andy Swanson is a tax leader with a focus on closely held businesses and their owners, providing proactive tax and business advice to help them reach their goals.

    Andy Swanson
    Andy Swanson
    Partner
    RSM US

    Andy Swanson is a tax leader with a focus on closely held businesses and their owners, providing proactive tax and business advice to help them reach their goals.

  • Kevin Depew
    Kevin Depew
    Deputy Chief Economist
    RSM US

    Kevin Depew is deputy chief economist and Industry Eminence Program leader for RSM US LLP. He is committed to identifying conditions and trends in the U.S. and global economies to help RSM’s clients prosper in an age of rapid transformation.

    Kevin Depew
    Kevin Depew
    Deputy Chief Economist
    RSM US

    Kevin Depew is deputy chief economist and Industry Eminence Program leader for RSM US LLP. He is committed to identifying conditions and trends in the U.S. and global economies to help RSM’s clients prosper in an age of rapid transformation.

Learning objectives:

  1. Identify key economic challenges in an elevated-rate environment and develop strategies for proactive management
  2. Analyze current labor market trends and their impact on business operations and growth
  3. Evaluate the influence of trade, supply chain dynamics and technological advancements on business resilience and adaptability

Session 2: Navigating the company transition process

Transitioning your company may be among the most difficult decisions a private company and its owners can face. Depending on your priorities, you may choose to head down several potential paths. But how do you identify the right one? And how do you time it just right? We'll examine crucial dealmaking variables, walk you through various transition mechanisms and spotlight key tax considerations that will help shape your success.

Moderator:

  • Chris Anderson
    Chris Anderson
    Partner

                

    Chris Anderson
    Chris Anderson
    Partner

                

Presenters:

  • Amanda Hodgson
    Amanda Hodgson
    Senior Manager
    RSM US
    Amanda Hodgson
    Amanda Hodgson
    Senior Manager
    RSM US
  • Anne Bushman
    Partner
    RSM US

    Anne Bushman leads the Washington National Tax compensation and benefits group at RSM US LLP, providing a range of tax consulting services. 

    Anne Bushman
    Partner
    RSM US

    Anne Bushman leads the Washington National Tax compensation and benefits group at RSM US LLP, providing a range of tax consulting services. 

  • Brian Adkinson
    Brian Adkinson
    Partner, Transaction Advisory Services
    RSM US LLP

    Brian Adkinson has 24 years of professional accounting and finance experience and has been focused exclusively on providing transaction advisory services (TAS) for the past 20 years. He joined RSM’s TAS practice in 2017 and leads RSM’s Detroit TAS team.

    Brian Adkinson
    Brian Adkinson
    Partner, Transaction Advisory Services
    RSM US LLP

    Brian Adkinson has 24 years of professional accounting and finance experience and has been focused exclusively on providing transaction advisory services (TAS) for the past 20 years. He joined RSM’s TAS practice in 2017 and leads RSM’s Detroit TAS team.

Learning objectives:

  1. Identify the critical dealmaking variables essential for a successful company transition
  2. Describe and compare various transition mechanisms to determine the best path for your business
  3. Analyze key tax considerations to optimize timing and financial outcomes during the company transition

Session 3: Estate planning for private companies and their owners

Time is ticking down on the temporarily increased estate, gift and generation-skipping tax exemption. With potential sunset on Dec. 31, 2025, it's crucial for private companies and their owners to understand the ramifications of delaying their estate planning versus acting now. We'll cover key variables for owners—including the basis of assets, cash flow and entity structure, and valuation considerations—to help you reach your professional and personal goals.

Moderator:

  • Jaclyn Wood
    Jaclyn Wood
    Partner
    RSM US

    Jaclyn is a member of RSM’s private client services practice. She has over 23 years of combined public accounting, industry, and family office experience. 

    Jaclyn Wood
    Jaclyn Wood
    Partner
    RSM US

    Jaclyn is a member of RSM’s private client services practice. She has over 23 years of combined public accounting, industry, and family office experience. 

Presenters:

  • Joshua Zimmerman
    Senior Manager
    RSM US

    Joshua is a senior manager in RSM US LLP’s Washington National Tax practice. He primarily assists ultrahigh net worth individuals with estate and gift transfer planning, as well as fiduciary income tax matters. 

    Joshua Zimmerman
    Senior Manager
    RSM US

    Joshua is a senior manager in RSM US LLP’s Washington National Tax practice. He primarily assists ultrahigh net worth individuals with estate and gift transfer planning, as well as fiduciary income tax matters. 

Learning objectives:

  1. Assess the impact of delayed estate planning on business owners amid the impending sunset of the increased tax exemption by Dec. 31, 2025.
  2. Navigate the complex landscape of asset basis, cash flow, entity structure and valuation in estate planning to achieve both personal and professional objectives.
  3. Strategize for timely estate planning decisions considering the imminent reduction in estate, gift and generation-skipping tax exemptions by the end of 2025.
Event details
Date and time

Wednesday, August 21, 2024

Recorded, watch anytime

Intended audience

CEO, CFO, Controller, Tax Executive

Duration

Each event 60 minutes

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