Jay Gibson

Jay Gibson is a seasoned professional with over 30 years of experience in public accounting and private industry. He currently serves as the Forensic Valuation and Litigation Support (FVLS) Practice Leader at Elliott Davis, a position he has held since 2009.1

Professional Background

Gibson's expertise spans several areas:

• Business Valuation: He has extensive experience in valuing closely-held corporations, limited liability companies, and partnerships for various purposes, including estate planning, buy/sell agreements, and family law disputes.1
• Litigation Support: Gibson provides expert witness testimony on business valuation and economic damages. He has qualified as an expert witness in U.S. District Court, Circuit Court, and Family Court.1
• Financial Reporting: He performs valuations under fair value concepts used for financial reporting purposes, including purchase price allocation and goodwill impairment analysis.1

Industry Experience

Gibson has worked across multiple industries, including:

• Manufacturing and distribution
• Financial institutions and services
• Healthcare
• Construction
• Retail
• Real estate
• Business services1

Private Sector Experience

Prior to his current role, Gibson spent seven years in management positions at two privately-held manufacturing companies. As controller and/or vice president of finance, he oversaw accounting, finance, human resources, logistics, and information technology functions.1

Credentials

Gibson holds several professional certifications:

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
• Accredited in Business Valuation (ABV)
• Certified Valuation Analyst (CVA)2

Professional Approach

Gibson's goal is to leverage his broad business background to provide attorneys and clients with impartial, unbiased understanding of complex financial and accounting matters.2 His experience in both private industry and public accounting allows him to offer comprehensive insights into various financial aspects of litigation and valuation.