From CPA & MBA to FMVA®: How Dany Lebbos Built Practical Forecasting & Valuation Skills

Financial modeling, forecasting, and valuation require more than academic knowledge. While Dany Lebbos had already completed both his CPA and MBA, he found there was still a gap when applying those concepts in real-world finance roles. In this video, Dany shares how earning the FMVA® (Financial Modeling & Valuation Analyst) certification helped him develop a more practical approach to forecasting, valuation, and FP&A. From building cleaner Excel models and stronger 5-year forecasts to creating DCF valuation models and performing scenario analysis, the program gave him tools he could apply immediately in his day-to-day work. As he gained hands-on modeling experience, his interests shifted further toward forecasting, valuation, and financial planning & analysis, helping shape the direction of his finance career. In this video, you'll learn about: • Financial modeling best practices in Excel • Building 5-year forecasts and financial projections • DCF valuation modeling and scenario analysis • Practical skills used in FP&A and corporate finance • How the FMVA® supports career development in finance • Applying finance concepts to real-world business decisions Whether you're pursuing a career in FP&A, corporate finance, financial modeling, valuation, investment banking, or financial analysis, this conversation highlights the value of practical, job-ready skills. #FMVA #FinancialModeling #Valuation #FPandA #CorporateFinance #FinanceCareers #ExcelForFinance #FinancialAnalysis #DCF #CFI