The AICPA holds this annual conference to provide the profession with cutting-edge information and best practices shaping the future of the forensic and valuation services profession.
The American Institute of CPAs honored 16 finance professionals during its 2025 Forensic and Valuation Services Conference. Held in Denver in October, the AICPA holds this annual conference to provide the profession with cutting-edge information and best practices shaping the future of the forensic and valuation services profession.
The awards highlight significant contributions to the advancement of the fields of forensic accounting and business valuation. This year’s recipients of the Volunteer of the Year awards are Adam Rabinowitz, CPA/CFF, recipient of the Forensic & Litigation Services Volunteer of the Year Award, and Nene Glenn Gianfala, CPA/ABV, recipient of the Business Valuation Volunteer of the Year Award.
2025 Forensic & Litigation Services Volunteer of the Year: Adam Rabinowitz, CPA/CFF
Adam Rabinowitz, co-lead of Kaufman Rossin’s Forensic, Advisory, and Valuation Services practice, has been recognized for his outstanding contributions to the forensic accounting profession. With over 18 years of experience in financial forensics and business valuation, Rabinowitz has built an impressive record providing expert witness and litigation consulting services focused on economic damages, business valuation, and fraud investigations.
As a pivotal member of the Certified in Financial Forensics (CFF) Credential Committee, Adam has played a key role in shaping the high-quality standards and practices that define the profession. He has also been instrumental in the CFF Study Group Program, offering mentorship, guidance, and leadership to new task force volunteers and participants. His work on the CFF Learning Pathway initiative, including development of a new module, has further demonstrated his dedication to the advancement of the credential.
A frequent and respected speaker on financial forensics, Rabinowitz has consistently shared his expertise with peers across the profession, enhancing learning and collaboration throughout the community.
“Adam’s leadership and service to the forensic accounting community reflect an unwavering commitment to excellence,” said Christine N. Cutti-Fox, director of forensic and technology advisory services for the AICPA. “His work has strengthened the CFF credential and enriched the professional development of so many within our field. We are proud to honor him as the 2025 FLS Volunteer of the Year.”
2025 Business Valuation Volunteer of the Year: Nene Glenn Gianfala, CPA/ABV
The AICPA are also pleased to recognize Nene Glenn Gianfala as the 2025 Business Valuation Volunteer of the Year. A long-standing member and current chair of the Accredited in Business Valuation (ABV) Credential Committee, Nene has played a pivotal role in advancing the field of business valuation and elevating the ABV credential.