James V. McTevia

James V. McTevia is a nationally respected expert in advising clients in transition who are facing serious financial difficulties. The consulting firm he founded, McTevia & Associates, operates from offices in West Palm Beach, Florida and Bingham Farms, Michigan and guides clients through business restructuring, refinancing, management reorganization, mergers and acquisitions, sales of businesses and liquidations. A pioneer in crisis management, he has more than fifty years experience as a consultant and advisor to government agencies and private sector businesses.

McTevia's own career began in commercial finance, then moved into banking and industrial finance, as the process of developing his consulting practice and acquiring businesses emerged. McTevia holds an Honorary Doctorate Degree in Business. He is a frequent lecturer to business and professional groups and is often quoted by the national media. His bylined articles appear regularly in leading business, legal and financial trade publications throughout the country. Author of the books, FINANCIAL REALITY, the critically acclaimed BANKRUPT: A Society Living in the Future, and his newest book, THE CULTURE OF DEBT: How a Once-Proud Society Mortgaged Its Future, McTevia has dedicated his life to salvaging businesses and corresponding lives.