Byron Brown is an experienced expert in forensic accounting, offering consulting and expert services to clients globally. He has led a diverse range of investigations, including cases involving Ponzi schemes, asset misappropriation, bribery, kickbacks, financial statement fraud, and securities violations. Byron has substantial experience supporting legal counsel with complex economic damage analyses, advising on contractual audit rights, and navigating purchase price disputes. His expertise spans numerous industries, including construction, real estate, manufacturing, retail, healthcare, distribution, transportation, hospitality, professional services, aviation, entertainment, and financial services.
Byron also possesses extensive international experience, conducting fraud investigations (including FCPA-related matters) and risk assessments for multinational corporations. His work has taken him to various countries, including England, Germany, Belgium, Northern Ireland, Turkey, Guatemala, The Bahamas, Canada, the Dominican Republic, Kosovo, and Singapore. He collaborates closely with trial attorneys, in-house counsel, court-appointed trustees and examiners, corporate boards, executive teams, and high-net-worth individuals to address complex financial challenges.
Before joining Stout, Byron served as a Principal in the forensic accounting division of a leading Florida-based public accounting firm.
Practice Areas
Education
B.B.A., Accounting, Florida International University
Licenses & Designations
Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE)
Certified in Financial Forensics (CFF)
Certified Valuation Analyst (CVA)
Professional Memberships
American Institute of Certified Public Accountants
Florida Institute of Certified Public Accountants
Association of Certified Fraud Examiners
National Association of Certified Valuators and Analysts