Artful Integrity: Comprehensive Valuation And Investigative Services
Overview
Jessica I. Marschall, CPA, ISA AM, Doug Bort, and Ashley Crawford bring a unique combination of expertise and experience to provide comprehensive research and valuation services through Probity Appraisal Group. Their partnership combines Jessica's financial acumen and valuation skills with Doug's extensive investigative background and specialization in cultural property, art, and antiquities.
Jessica I. Marschall, CPA, ISA AM
Jessica is a CPA with over 24 years of experience and an IRS Qualified Appraiser accredited through the International Society of Appraisers. As CEO of The Green Mission Inc. and Probity Appraisal Group, Jessica is renowned for her rigorous standards in valuation and her ability to merge financial and tax expertise with sustainable practices. Her work spans personal property appraisals, tax consultancy, and fractional CFO roles, enabling her to deliver valuations that are ethically sound, conservatively assessed, and in full compliance with IRS regulations. Jessica's background in high- level financial management and her passion for sustainability allow her to bridge the gap between practical fiscal solutions and environmentally conscious initiatives.
Jessica's experience includes leading valuations for a diverse range of property types, from high- value building materials to fine art and cultural artifacts. Her expertise ensures clients receive appraisals that withstand scrutiny while leveraging deductions and incentives effectively within legal and financial frameworks.
Doug Bort
Doug Bort, founder of Odyssey Global Consulting, LLC, is a licensed Private Investigator and Insurance Claims Adjuster specializing in art and cultural artifact recovery, fraud investigations, and due diligence. With over two decades of investigative experience, including his tenure as a Special Agent with the U.S. Customs Service and Homeland Security Investigations (HSI), Doug has developed an unparalleled skill set in provenance research, art crime investigations, and artifact restitution. His accomplishments include leading international operations to recover stolen cultural property, presenting at prestigious conferences, and contributing to policy development and training for federal agencies and international organizations.
Doug's investigative achievements include the repatriation of significant cultural artifacts valued at millions of dollars to countries including Germany, Italy, India, and Mongolia. His expertise in identifying and documenting provenance gaps, uncovering fraud, and navigating complex legal frameworks complements Jessica's valuation work, ensuring
appraisals are backed by comprehensive research and airtight evidence.
Ashley Innes (née Crawford)
Ashley Innes (née Crawford) is the founder of the appraisal firm Ashley Asian Art and is an experienced Asian art specialist and provenance researcher. Her specialties include Buddhist antiques, ceramics, Indian miniature paintings, and musical instruments. Originally from San Francisco, she now spends her time between the US and London. Ashley holds two degrees in Asian art history from the School of Oriental and African Studies, University of London, both with high distinction. Previously, she earned degrees in musicology at Scripps College and Christ Church, University of Oxford. She is the current chair of ISA’s Antiques, Furniture, and Decorative Arts Committee (AFDA) and serves on the Conference committee.
Services Offered
Through collaboration, they offer a full suite of research and valuation services tailored to private collectors, museums, nonprofits, and government entities. Their services include:
1. Comprehensive Valuation: IRS-compliant appraisals for cultural property, fine art, antiquities, and high-value personal property.
2. Provenance Research: Detailed investigations into the history and authenticity of artworks and artifacts to establish clear ownership records and prevent disputes.
3. Fraud Detection and Prevention: Expertise in identifying forgeries, fraudulent transactions, and other art-related crimes.
4. Cultural Artifact Recovery: Assistance with reclaiming stolen or trafficked cultural property through investigative and legal channels.
5. Training and Education: Customized workshops and presentations on valuation practices, art crime prevention, and provenance verification.
Unique Value Proposition
Their combined expertise offers clients a seamless approach to valuation and investigative needs. Jessica's financial and appraisal expertise ensures accurate and defensible valuations, while Doug's investigative skills provide the research foundation needed to validate provenance and authenticity. Together, they provide an extensive and interdisciplinary service that addresses the increasingly complex demands of the art, antiquities, and valuation industries.
This collaboration sets a new standard for valuation services, blending exacting research, financial rigor, and investigative precision to serve the needs of collectors, institutions, and stakeholders in preserving cultural heritage and ensuring transparency in the art market.
Probity Appraisal Group was created under the banner of our sister company, The Green Mission Inc...
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