Rachel E. Fisch, CPA/ABV, MRICS
Business Valuation Expert for Succession & Exit Planning
Helping business owners transition to their next stage—whether that means selling, transferring ownership, or planning for the future with confidence.


Rachel Fisch is a certified business valuation expert specializing in helping small business owners plan and execute successful transitions. With over 20 years of experience in accounting, valuation, and forensic analysis, she provides clear, defensible valuations that support succession planning, ownership transfers, and third-party sales.
She works closely with business owners, their families, and their advisors to simplify complex financial decisions and create a path forward that protects value and minimizes risk.
Helping clients
Transition ownership to employees or family members
Prepare for a third-party sale
Understand the true value of their business
Navigate tax and financial implications of succession
Resolve disputes or uncertainties around ownership value
Credentials & Certifications
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) – Florida
Accredited in Business Valuation (ABV) – AICPA
Member, Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (MRICS)
Financial Neutral – Collaborative Dispute Resolution
Experience Snapshot
Completed 100+ complex valuation engagements involving real estate and intangible assets
Extensive experience in succession planning, estate planning, and ownership transitions
Expert witness in multiple Florida counties
Background in forensic accounting, litigation support, and dispute resolution
Trusted by attorneys, financial advisors, and business owners
A More Complete View of Business Value
Rachel specializes in identifying and valuing intangible assets—the often-overlooked drivers of business value such as goodwill, customer relationships, and operational advantages.
She developed a structured methodology for separating and quantifying real estate, tangible assets, and intangible value—providing clients with a more accurate and defensible understanding of what their business is truly worth.
Professional Affiliations
AICPA
FICPA
NACVA
RICS
Tampa Bay Women CPAs (Board Member)
CREW Network
Thought Leadership & Speaking
Rachel is a recognized speaker and contributor on business valuation and financial topics, including:
Florida CPA Today (2025)
Florida Bar Real Property & Trust Law Section (2024)
FICPA Mega Conference (2023)
Multiple professional and legal organizations
Whether you're considering selling your business, transitioning to family or employees, or simply want to understand your options—start with a clear valuation.
Contact
Central Florida business valuation experts
info@nextstagevaluation.com
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