Corporate Valuation Modeling: A Step-by-Step Guide

Acknowledgments

My father always suggested that I focus on math and quantitative subjects. Early on, I rebelled, thinking he couldn’t be further off topic from what I would do in my career. Given that this is my third book on financial modeling, I suppose I should state that he was right. My mother was less adamant about the subject, but to not acknowledge her would undermine the value of her support even to this day. While on the family track, I should note two more family members who have influenced this work. The first is my sister, who was my academic rival when we were children. That energy fomented the fervor with which I have approached all subjects of interest to this day. The second is my grandfather, who lives and breathes the stock market. I am convinced our conversations subconsciously caused my gravitation toward finance. As for more direct acknowledgments, Susan Jane Brett reviewed the book in detail and offered critical comments that led to revisions and clarifications. Her thoroughness is very much appreciated. Also, all of my corporate valuation class participants over the past three years have contributed to this book through the study of their learning methodologies, the development of the curriculum for their courses, and the critical thought caused by their questions. Finally, I would like to thank all of the staff at John Wiley & Sons who work on my books, especially Bill Falloon, Meg Freeborn, and Mary Daniello.

K.A.A.