Austin Zhao Recognized With Certified Valuation Analyst® (CVA®) Design

Transworld Business Advisors of South & West Texas, with offices also serving New Mexico, and Wyoming, proudly announces that Austin Zhao, Partner, Vice President, and Senior M&A Advisor, has earned the Certified Valuation Analyst® (CVA®) designation, awarded by the National Association of Certified Valuators and Analysts® (NACVA®).

“The CVA designation is an indication to the business, professional, and legal communities that the designee has met NACVA’s rigorous standards of professionalism, expertise, objectivity, and integrity,” said Parnell Black, MBA, CPA, CVA, Chief Executive Officer of NACVA.

This CVA designation is Zhao’s second professional valuation credential, adding to his Business Certified Appraiser (BCA) designation, which he received in August 2020. Both are among the most respected credentials in the field of private business valuation and are recognized by the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) as a “Qualified Source” under its Standard Operating Procedure 50 10 5(K). Candidates must meet stringent requirements in education, experience, and ethics, and pass a rigorous examination covering both theoretical knowledge and practical application.

“Business owners deserve clarity when making the biggest financial decisions of their lives,” said Zhao. “This credential allows me to provide even deeper insight into what a business is truly worth—and help clients prepare for smarter, more successful exits.”

Zhao brings over 38 years of business experience to his role, with deep expertise in business valuation, international trade, and complex business negotiations. Since joining Transworld in 2015, Zhao has helped dozens of business owners navigate complex sales and mergers, often in cross-border and multilingual environments.

Zhao’s continued pursuit of specialized credentials—including M&A Master Intermediary (M&AMI), Certified M&A Professional (CM&AP), and Certified Business Intermediary (CBI). —reflects his commitment to staying at the forefront of a complex, evolving industry. He is also a Licensed Real Estate Agent in Texas and fluent in English, Chinese, and basic Japanese, enabling cross-border advisory services for international clients.

Under the leadership and teamwork of Austin Zhao and his partners, Transworld South & West Texas has achieved the #1 market share in business listings and transactions in the Houston metro area, supported by the region’s largest buyer database. His work has earned him recognition as a Top 5 Global Producer and ongoing membership in multiple elite industry groups, including the IBBA Chairman’s Circle and Transworld’s Diamond Club. He also serves as a Board Member and Conference Committee Chair for the International Business Brokers Association (IBBA) and is a former Chairman of the Asian Chamber of Commerce.

For more information about business valuation or to schedule a confidential consultation with Austin Zhao about business sales, mergers and acquisitions (M&A), contact (281) 630-6666 or email Austin.Zhao@tworld.com.

About Transworld Business Advisors

Transworld Business Advisors® (TBA) is among the United Franchise Group™ (UFG) family of affiliated brands. With over 40 years of business brokerage experience, Transworld Business Advisors is in the business of helping buyers and sellers connect, conducting franchise consultations, and supporting franchise development. The company represents acquisition-minded corporations or individuals interested in owning their own company or franchise. From business brokerage to mergers and acquisitions, Transworld Business Advisors are business sale specialists that represent numerous listings across multiple industries. For more information about Transworld visit www.tworld.com and for information on owning a Transworld franchise, visit www.tworldfranchise.com.

About Transworld Business Advisors of South & West Texas, New Mexico & Wyoming

Transworld is the world’s largest and most trusted business brokerage firm, specializing in business sales, M&A, franchise development, and resales. The South & West Texas office is consistently ranked among the top three Transworld locations globally and holds a 4.9/5.0 Google review rating.

About NACVA

The National Association of Certified Valuators and Analysts® (NACVA®) supports over 7,000 members worldwide with training and certification in business valuation and financial consulting. Its CVA credential is the only valuation designation accredited by both the National Commission for Certifying Agencies® (NCCA®) and the American National Standards Institute® (ANSI®). Learn more at www.NACVA.com.