John Byrne
CPA/ABV Managing Director
John M. Byrne is a Certified Public Accountant with over 30 years experience. He has practiced with local and regional CPA firms where he provided business valuation services required for M&A transactions, financial reporting, income tax compliance, litigation, bankruptcy, and shareholder disputes. John has also participated in numerous due diligence and transaction advisory services providing expertise in strategic value and quality of earnings. Prior to joining Axiom, John was with a national healthcare company serving as the subject matter expert on fair value related to business combinations and related intangible asset valuations. John’s experience includes assignments involving intangible asset valuation and purchase price allocation, goodwill impairment analysis, convertible debt and other complex financial instruments. In addition to his valuation background, John has planned, supervised, and performed audits for both SEC and privately owned companies operating in various industries including software and technology, manufacturing and distribution, construction, lodging and hospitality, multi-family housing, and professional service firms. John’s unique blend of accounting and financial reporting, combined with his understanding of valuation theory and application, provides an integrated approach to delivering value to clients.
John received a bachelor’s degree from Ohio University, and a master’s degree in accounting and Financial Information Systems from Cleveland State University. John has served as a seminar leader for various state and local bar associations’ continuing legal education programs, lecturing on various business appraisal topics and exit planning strategies. He is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants, the Arizona Society of Certified Public Accountants, and the American Society of Appraisers. John received the Accredited in Business Valuation designation (ABV) awarded by the AICPA in 1998. In his spare time, he enjoys outdoor activities including biking and tennis.