CPA/ABV, ASA
Manager

Michelle Hutson

BUSINESS VALUATION

Michelle Hutson, CPA/ABV, ASA
Manager

Michelle performs business valuations for privately held companies across a wide range of industries and company sizes. She delivers valuation services for ESOPs, estate and gift tax planning, shareholder transactions, and other ownership-related matters. Michelle joined BCC Advisers in 2017 and manages valuation engagements from inception to final delivery, working closely with CPAs, attorneys, trustees, and company management to ensure well-supported, defensible valuation conclusions. Her experience includes valuations of both operating entities and holding companies, supported by comprehensive industry, economic, and company analysis.

Michelle enjoys traveling, being active outdoors, completing home improvement projects, and volunteering with local non-profits.

Connect with Michelle


(515) 777-7075

“Do not go where the path may lead, go instead where there is no path and leave a trail.”

~ Ralph Waldo Emerson


  • Business valuation
    ESOPs
    Estate taxation
    Transfers/gifting
    Shareholder transactions
    Corporate planning
    Mergers & acquisitions
    Buy/sell agreements
    SBA 7(a) loans
    Purchase price allocation

  • B.A. in Accounting and Finance, University of Northern Iowa

    Certified Public Accountant (CPA), State of Iowa

    Accredited in Business Valuation (ABV), American Institute of CPAs

    Accredited Senior Appraiser (ASA), American Society of Appraisers

    Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM), Project Management Institute (2016 - 2021)

    National Association of Certified Valuators and Analysts (NACVA) “30 Under 30” recipient

  • American Society of Appraisers – Past President, Vice President, Treasurer of the Iowa-Nebraska Chapter

    American Institute of CPAs - Member

    Iowa Society of CPAs – Month of Service Committee Chair

    Greater Des Moines Leadership Institute, Class of 2021-2022

    Lead DSM – Board Member, Treasurer, Development Committee Member

    Al Exito – Board Member, Treasurer

    United Way – Affinity Group Member