DONALD M. GERSON, CPA

With a career spanning more than three decades in public accounting, Donald M. Gerson has knowledge and experience in a wide range of industries including real estate, retail, professional services, trusts and estates and not-for-profit organizations.

Mr. Gerson graduated with a bachelor's degree in accounting from the University of Florida in 1961. Before joining Gerson, Preston, Robinson & Company in 1977, he gained nearly 10 years experience with other Florida firms. During that time, his practice was focused in the areas of audited and unaudited financial statements and tax return preparation for public and private companies, personal income tax planning and review. He provides accounting services to large construction and real estate development companies, including percentage of completion determinations. 

Mr. Gerson consults with clients regarding business and investment activities, and is active in sophisticated tax return preparation at the federal, state and international levels. His administrative responsibilities include maintaining procedural control within the organization, and he has instituted a framework for the periodic review of staff work and the efficacy of firm results. 

Mr. Gerson is a member of both the American and Florida Institutes of Certified Public Accountants. He and his wife, Sandy, have five grown children and six grandchildren.