LBMC, a nationally ranked Top 40 accounting and business consulting firm, is
pleased to announce the addition of four new leadership hires and five internal promotions across its
divisions. Among these, seven are shareholders. These appointments reflect LBMC’s strategic expansion
in response to increasing demand in core industries, including high-net-worth, healthcare,
manufacturing, and technology as well as growth in the Client Advisory and Accounting Services (CAAS)
space.
This leadership expansion underscores LBMC’s commitment to fostering a culture of excellence by
investing in its team members and providing opportunities for advancement. Several of the newly
appointed leaders are returning to LBMC after pursuing external opportunities, a testament to the firm’s
strong reputation and commitment to its people. These promotions and additions further align with
LBMC’s vision to strengthen its position as an industry leader, bolstered by recent acquisitions and a
continued focus on innovation and client service.
“At the heart of our exceptional client experience is our team. Welcoming these shareholders and
managing directors—including seven well-deserved promotions and four boomerangs returning to
LBMC—reflects our commitment to fostering a workplace where our people thrive, grow, and innovate.
Leadership continues to evolve, and we remain dedicated to investing in our people and preparing for
the future today. These leaders span markets, service lines, and industry specialties further deepening
our bench as we continue to build a comprehensive firm of the future,” said Jim Meade, CEO and
Managing Shareholder of LBMC.
New Shareholders, Managing Director Driving LBMC’s Growth and Innovation
- Mike Arthur, Shareholder, Audit, Nashville: Arthur returns to LBMC with more than 30 years of
expertise in financial reporting, auditing, SEC filings, and IPO readiness, bringing a legacy of
strategic financial leadership and trusted advisory services for C-level executives and boards. - Brian Davis, Managing Director, Tax and Transaction Advisory Services, Nashville: Davis returns
to LBMC with more than a decade of public accounting experience. Davis focuses on providing
tax due diligence, tax structuring, and other federal transaction tax-related services. - Steven Ezell, Shareholder, Tax, Nashville: Ezell returns to LBMC with more than 24 years of
expertise in compliance, ASC 740, and transaction advisory services. He focuses on serving
healthcare clients and private equity-backed organizations. - Eric Myers, Shareholder, Tax, Knoxville and Chattanooga: Myers joins LBMC with more than 20
years of experience in tax planning and compliance, serving manufacturing and distribution
companies, private equity-owned portfolio companies, and closely held businesses across
industries.
Promotions Recognizing Exceptional Talent
- Scott Bowman, Shareholder, Chief Operating Officer and Chief Financial Officer, Nashville: With
over 25 years of experience in operational consulting and business intelligence, Bowman leads
LBMC’s finance and accounting, risk management, IT, and administration. - Chris Crowder, Shareholder, Audit, Nashville: Crowder has nearly 25 years of experience across
industries in the middle market including manufacturing, technology, and service industries,
specializing in financial statement audits and reviews. - Melissa Sun, Shareholder, Tax, Nashville: Sun is a wealth advisory expert and thought leader
with more than 20 years of experience in tax mitigation, compliance, and estate planning for
high-net-worth families. - Brian Willis, Shareholder, Cybersecurity, Charlotte: Willis is an information security advisor,
auditor, and practitioner with over 25 years of experience in diverse technology roles. Willis has
served as a risk and compliance consultant and auditor for clients in major industry sectors. - Ginger Wyatt, Managing Director, Client Advisory and Accounting Services, Knoxville: With 24
years of experience, Wyatt provides accounting and tax planning solutions for small businesses
and physician practices, with a focus on efficiency and compliance.
The leadership announcements follow LBMC’s recent expansion into the Memphis market, bringing the
firm to seven locations, 900+ team members in 30 states, serving more than 11,000 clients across the
nation.
