Areas of Expertise

  • Asset Management
  • Bankruptcy and Restructuring
  • Cash Flow Projections
  • Data Analytics Testing
  • Financial Analysis
  • Financial Modeling
  • Forensic Accounting
  • Fraud Investigation
  • Internal Investigations

Industries

  • Automotive & Manufacturing
  • Construction & Building Materials
  • Credit Card
  • Crypto & Digital Assets
  • Fashion & Retail
  • Health & Pharmaceuticals
  • Restaurants

Education

  • MBA Florida Atlantic University
  • BS The College of New Jersey

Experience

  • 5 Years with Firm
  • 6 Years of Relevant Experience

Biography

Michael Proctor joined GlassRatner (now doing business as B. Riley Advisory Services) in September 2019, driven by his passion for data analysis and problem-solving. With a strong background in data analytics and forensic accounting, Michael leverages his expertise to provide exceptional service to clients. Equipped with an Executive Master of Accounting degree in Digital Accounting Forensics and Data Analytics Concentration from Florida Atlantic University, he is adept at tackling complex financial challenges and delivering actionable insights. Michael's dedication to excellence and continuous learning ensures he remains at the forefront of industry developments and best practices.

Michael has excelled as a financial forensic analyst, meticulously examining bank accounts, credit card statements, and other sources to uncover and trace the trail of misappropriated funds in multiple forensic tracing cases. His comprehensive analysis shed light on financial irregularities, contributing to a clearer understanding of the companies' financial situations and potential legal consequences.

As a financial analyst, Michael has developed comprehensive KPI statistics dashboards for multiple clients facing bankruptcy. These dashboards provided valuable insights into daily cash flow management, allowing potential buyers to evaluate business performance and make informed decisions about acquiring the struggling business. Michael's expertise in financial analysis and data visualization contributed to a more transparent and data-driven approach, supporting the potential sale of the companies.

In various sales processes, Michael has engaged with potential buyers and effectively managed data rooms. His ability to provide requested analyses in a timely and accurate manner has facilitated the successful navigation of complex sales transactions, ensuring that all parties involved were well-informed and equipped to make the best decisions possible. Michael's contributions to these sales processes have been instrumental in facilitating smooth and efficient transactions, driving growth and success for his clients.

In addition to his work in bankruptcy cases, Michael has demonstrated exceptional skills in streamlining inventory management systems and optimizing operational efficiency. As a consultant for a construction equipment company, he played a pivotal role in implementing a robust system with multiple checkpoints to reconcile and verify data, significantly reducing errors in inventory tracking. This enhanced operational efficiency and contributed to a smooth transition during the company's sale. Michael's ability to optimize inventory management processes was instrumental in facilitating a successful transaction and positioning for future growth and success in the construction equipment sales and service market in Florida.

B. Riley Advisory Services works with lenders, law firms, private equity sponsors and companies of all types. Our Advisory Services are a unique mix of Valuation and Appraisal Services including asset-based lending (ABL) Valuations; Restructuring and Turnaround Management; Forensic Accounting and Litigation Support; Operations Management; Compliance, Risk & Resilience Services; and Transaction Support Services including Due Diligence and Quality of Earnings Reviews. B. Riley Advisory Services is the trade name for GlassRatner Advisory & Capital Group, LLC, Great American Group Advisory & Valuation Services, LLC, Great American Group Machinery & Equipment, LLC, and Great American Group Intellectual Property Advisors, LLC.