Josh Shilts, an accountant for professional advising firm Dean Dorton, which has locations throughout Kentucky, Ohio and North Carolina, has been honored by Forbes as one of the top CPAs for valuations in 2025.
“It is an honor to be named to Forbes’ Top CPAs in Valuation,” said Shilts in a press release. “This recognition reflects not just my work, but the guidance of mentors, the commitment and quality of our valuation team and the trust of clients who make it possible. Valuation is about more than analysis—it’s about delivering clarity and confidence when it matters most, and I look forward to shaping the future of this field with the outstanding team we have at Dean Dorton.”
Shilts serves as Dean Dorton’s director of forensic and valuation services. According to the company, Shilts serves as a key expert advisor on “high profile civil, commercial and criminal disputes, as well as cases identifying and quantifying fraudulent or disputed activities.”
Shilts has a master’s degree in accounting from Florida Atlantic University, where he also worked as an adjunct professor. He’s worked in private practice and joined Dean Dorton in 2023. He was honored as the business valuation volunteer of the year in 2022 by the Association of International Certified Professional Accountants.
“We are fortunate to have Josh’s expertise at our disposal,” said Dean Dorton President and CEO David Bundy in the same release. “Josh’s prowess in the valuation sector represents a true competitive advantage for our clients. We look forward to shaping the future of valuation services and redefining the client experience under Josh’s guidance.”
