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  @ 11:30 pm CT

Is Your Business Ready to Acquire or Sell? A Founder’s Pre-Deal Checklist

Whether you're considering a sale, planning an acquisition, or simply exploring what comes next, this conversation will shed light on the realities that most advisors discuss only behind closed doors. We'll talk about how to recognize when the timing is truly right to buy or sell, what buyers are actually evaluating during a transaction, and the common blind spots that first-time acquirers often discover too late. We'll also explore the preparation mistakes that can significantly impact deal value and outcomes, as well as what life looks like after the transaction, whether that means stepping away from a business you've built or integrating one you've just acquired. If buying, selling, or deciding on your next move is on your mind, this is a conversation worth joining. No slides. No sales pitch. Just an honest discussion about what really matters.

Michael Finkelstein Senior Director
Michael
Finkelstein
Joy Taylor alliantConsulting Managing Director: <br />
A Visionary Leader and Proven Change Management Expert
Joy
Taylor

  @ 12:30 pm CT

AILegislative updatesR&D Tax Credit

Government Programs and Subsidies Available to ACEC Members in the AI Supply Chain & Data Center Infrastructure Buildout

The rapid expansion of AI infrastructure is driving one of the largest capital buildouts in modern history, and the federal government has put incentives, programs, and subsidies in place to ensure the United States continues to lead on AI. ACEC Arizona members are at the center of this work, but most are significantly underutilizing these programs meant to subsidize the work they are already doing in this space. Programs such as Section 41, Section 48, advanced manufacturing incentives like Sections 48C and 48X, energy infrastructure credits Section 48A, energy efficient building deduction 179D, and production credits Section 45 are all highly relevant to data center and AI infrastructure projects. When combined with state and local incentives—such as hiring credits, abatements, and location-based subsidies, the financial impact can materially improve project economics and firm profitability.

Tyler Noesser alliant Director
Tyler
Noesser
Matthew Noll alliant Chief Operating Officer
Matthew
Noll

 

R&D Tax Credit

Top 5 Reasons Manufacturers are Underclaiming R&D

Many manufacturing companies underclaim R&D credits due to misconceptions, missed expenses, poor documentation, and ignoring state incentives. During this exclusive webinar, our experts, Former IRS Commissioner of the Small Business/Self-Employed Division Eric Hylton and Technical Director Tyler Noesser, will provide you with the insider information you need to maximize your R&D credits.

Eric Hylton alliant National Director<br />
Former IRS Commissioner of the Small Business/Self Employed Division
Eric
Hylton
Tyler Noesser alliant Director
Tyler
Noesser

 

AI and Tax for Engineering Firms – Dangers and IRS Warnings for Complex Tax and Opportunities for Repeatable Tasks

Engineering firms have been swarmed by companies promising their AI can replace engineers, but the reality has fallen well short of the hype. Now there are firms saying they can use AI as a shortcut for claiming complex tax incentives like the R&D credit. The truth is the IRS, leading tax journalists, and OpenAI itself has continually warned against using AI for complex tax matters.

Rob Lowe Director of Digital and AI Services
Rob
Lowe
Eric Hylton alliant National Director<br />
Former IRS Commissioner of the Small Business/Self Employed Division
Eric
Hylton
Matthew Noll alliant Chief Operating Officer
Matthew
Noll

 

R&D Tax Credit

AI and Tax in Agribusiness – Dangers for Complex Tax Work and Opportunities for Repeatable Tasks

In a watershed moment, the tax court has once again affirmed that agribusinesses deserve the benefits of the R&D credit, just as much as businesses in other qualifying industries.

Mike Johanns alliant Chairman of Agriculture<br />
Former U.S. Secretary of Agriculture
Mike
Johanns
Eric Hylton alliant National Director<br />
Former IRS Commissioner of the Small Business/Self Employed Division
Eric
Hylton
Matthew Noll alliant Chief Operating Officer
Matthew
Noll
Rob Lowe Director of Digital and AI Services
Rob
Lowe

 

R&D Tax Credit

Top 5 Reasons A&E Firms Are Underclaiming the Credit

alliant enables businesses to adapt, evolve, and succeed. Success favors the adaptable - for more than 20 years, alliant has been helping businesses transform and thrive in the face of change. Our family of companies is everything your business needs to succeed. We provide everything you need to grow and succeed, all under one roof. Our integrated approach ensures that your transformation reaches its full potential faster.

Tyler Noesser alliant Director
Tyler
Noesser
Matthew Noll alliant Chief Operating Officer
Matthew
Noll
Eric Hylton alliant National Director<br />
Former IRS Commissioner of the Small Business/Self Employed Division
Eric
Hylton

 

EBPLegislative updates

Essential EBP Audit Updates for Financial Professionals

Join our expert panel for an essential webinar covering the significant Employee Benefit Plan (EBP) audit updates and requirements. Our experienced professionals will provide valuable insights to help you prepare for upcoming changes in audit procedures, compliance requirements, and best practices.

Tyler Noesser alliant Director
Tyler
Noesser
Hemanth Yaramasi alliantTalent Managing Director
Hemanth
Yaramasi
Mita Sukhwani alliantTalent Senior Manager
Mita
Sukhwani
Christopher McGuire CPA, CIA<br />
Member at Nichols Cauley & Associates
Christopher
McGuire

 

Legislative updatesR&D Tax CreditSection 174

The First 100 Days – A Fix to 174, Tariffs, and What to Expect With the New Administration

With a new administration set to take office, there are major questions about legislative priorities. Our Strategic Advisory Board has been connecting with key members of Congress and they’ve gathered intel on the three bills that are set to be passed in the first 100 days. We know a fix to 174 is imminent but what else can you and your clients bank on?

Rick Lazio alliant Senior Vice President<br />
Former U.S. Congressman
Rick
Lazio
Dean Zerbe alliant National Managing Director<br />
Former Senior Counsel to the U.S. Senate Finance Committee
Dean
Zerbe
Joe Crowley alliant Chairman for Job Creation and Retention<br />
Former U.S. Congressman
Joe
Crowley

 

ERCIRS

IRS Denied your ERC Claim – Now what?

The IRS has released another round of ERC notices, disallowing claims. We expect this is just the tip of the iceberg and hundreds of thousands more claims could be denied. If one of your clients receives an IRS letter, they only have 30 days to respond, otherwise they will face stiff penalties.

Eric Hylton alliant National Director<br />
Former IRS Commissioner of the Small Business/Self Employed Division
Eric
Hylton
Dean Zerbe alliant National Managing Director<br />
Former Senior Counsel to the U.S. Senate Finance Committee
Dean
Zerbe
Alek Hernandez alliant Associate Director
Alek
Hernandez
Matthew Hunter alliant Associate Director
Matthew
Hunter

 

AIIRSR&D Tax Credit

AI, R&D, & The IRS – Cutting Edge or Compliance Nightmare?

The new 6765 for R&D credits now requires taxpayers to provide substantiation for their claim upon filing. This creates a burden many firms are not equipped to handle, and many businesses are turning to third parties who are using methods and shortcuts that are not endorsed by the IRS.

Sonny Grover alliant Executive Vice President
Sonny
Grover
Darren Guillot alliant National Director<br />
Former IRS Commissioner of the Small Business/Self Employed Division
Darren
Guillot
Chris Stephenson alliant Managing Director of Intelligent Automation, AI, and Digital Services
Chris
Stephenson