Our History
Founded in 1975 by Charles Frasier, the company expanded its partner
ranks in 1980 and 1983 with the addition of Barry Dean and David
Howard to become Frasier, Dean & Howard. Today, with combined
experience of more than 150 years, the firm’s six partners
provide a broad range of professional services and manage a team
of more than 30 professionals.
How We Work
Each of our clients is assigned a team of professionals which includes
one or more partners. Our partners are closely involved, serving
clients during fieldwork, in the review process and in consultation.
FDH partners make it a practice to become truly familiar with each
client, their business and their industry.
Whether on site in a client office or in the FDH office, team members
utilize technology to maximize productivity and the client experience,
while ensuring the security and confidentiality of client data and
records.
Avoiding Conflicts of Interest
FDH partners feel that avoiding potential conflicts of interest,
or even the appearance of conflicts, is the cornerstone of their
profession. Therefore the firm maintains an independent perspective,
declining to market investment products and to accept remuneration
for any referrals given to clients who request them.
Our Partners
From left to right: Steven J. Riley, Charles
E. Frasier, Barry Dean, David
G. Howard, Bob Weatherly, Gay
Moon
Charles E. Frasier, CPA, CMA
- 36+ years experience
- Founding partner, 1975
Areas of Specialization
- Auditing, taxation, and consulting services
- Small business financial and tax planning
- Consultation with corporations to meet regulatory and internal
control standards
- Individual tax planning
- Estate planning
Education
- Lipscomb University, B.S. in Accounting
- University of Alabama, Master’s in Accounting
Prior Experience
Professional and Community Activities
- Chair, Department of Accounting, Lipscomb University
- Financial Executives Institute
- Tennessee Society of Certified Public Accountants
- Member of Council
- Former President of Nashville Chapter
- Tennessee State Board of Accountancy
- Appointed by Governor in 2001 to three-year term
- American Institute of Certified Public Accountants
- American Accounting Association
- Institute of Management Accountants
- Tennessee Society of Accounting Educators
R. Barry Dean, CPA
- 28+ years experience
- Partner since 1980
Areas of Specialization
- Accounting, auditing and advisory services for closely held
businesses, owners, investors and tax-exempt organizations
- Tax planning and consulting with individuals and closely held
businesses
- Estate and trust taxation
Education
- Lipscomb University, B.S. in Accounting
Prior Experience
- Nashville-based accounting firm
Professional and Community Activities
- American Institute of Certified Public Accountants
- Tennessee Society of Certified Public Accountants
- Nashville Area Chamber of Commerce
- Nashville Rotary Club
- Deacon/Treasurer, Brentwood Hills Church of Christ
David G. Howard, CPA
- 30+ years experience
- Partner since 1983
Areas of Specialization
- Taxation and business consulting
- Tax and business planning for closely held businesses, professional
services practices, high net worth individuals, and estates and
trusts
- Litigation support services
Education
- University of Kentucky, B.S. in Accounting
Prior Experience
- PriceWaterhouseCoopers, LLP
- Deloitte & Touche, LLP
Professional and Community Activities
- American Institute of Certified Public Accountants
- Tennessee Society of Certified Public Accountants
- Rotary Club of Green Hills, Treasurer and Board Member
- Board of Advisors, Armed Services Mutual Benefit Association
- Nashville Area Chamber of Commerce
- Brentwood Toastmaster Club
Bob Weatherly, CPA, ABV, CVA
- 21+ years experience
- Partner since 1994
Areas of Specialization
- Audit engagements
- Accredited in Business Valuation (ABV)
- Certified Valuation Analyst (CVA)
- Litigation consulting and expert testimony in accounting and
valuation
- Peer review
Education
- Lipscomb University, B.S. in Accounting
Prior Experience
- Nashville-based accounting firm
Professional and Community Activities
- American Institute of Certified Public Accountants
- Former Member - National Peer Review Board
- Tennessee Society of Certified Public Accountants
- National Association of Certified Valuation Analysts
- Institute of Business Appraisers
- Deacon/Treasurer, Tusculum Church of Christ
Gay Moon, CPA
- 20+ years of experience
- Partner since 1999
Areas of Specialization
- Tax and business planning for closely held businesses and individuals
- Trust and estates
Education
- Lipscomb University, B.S. in Accounting
Prior Experience
- Nashville-based accounting firm
Professional and Community Activities
- American Institute of Certified Public Accountants
- Tennessee Society of Certified Public Accountants
Steven J. Riley, CPA
- 20+ years of experience
- Partner since 2000
Areas of Specialization
- Audit of closely held business and nonprofit organizations
- Due diligence engagements
- Internal audit and Section 404 consulting
- Litigation support and expert testimony in accounting matters
Education
- Lipscomb University, B.S. in Accounting
Prior Experience
Professional and Community Activities
- American Institute of Certified Public Accountants
- Tennessee Society of Certified Public Accountants
- Board member, Nashville Crimestoppers
- Board member, Construction Financial Management Association
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