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# CPA firm welcomes Thaw as new shareholder
- URL: https://www.smdp.com/cpa-firm-welcomes-thaw-as-new-shareholder/
- Published: 2005-12-22T16:00:00.000Z
- Updated: 2026-10-23T08:21:27.000Z
- Author: Guest Author
- Tags: Business, Santa Monica, #archive-import

*By Daily Press staff*

A local CPA firm is adding another name to its list of shareholders. Gumbiner Savett Inc., one of Southern California’s largest CPA and business consulting firms, has announced that David Thaw has been named a shareholder of the firm. With more than 15 years of experience as a professional in the accounting industry, Thaw contributes extensive expertise in the areas of tax consulting and compliance, company representatives said.

“David’s experience and expertise make him a great asset to our firm,” said Michael Savoy, managing director for Gumbiner Savett Inc. “He demonstrates professionalism and integrity in his work, and I feel he will be very successful as a firm leader.”

Thaw is recognized as a local tax expert in the real estate and hospitality industries. He frequently lectures and has authored numerous articles on real estate tax.

Thaw obtained his bachelor of science degree in accounting, as well as a master of science degree in taxation from the University of South Carolina. Prior to joining Gumbiner Savett Inc., Thaw worked with Ernst & Young, LLP and KPMG, LLP. Better Business Bureau offers improved Web site

*Originally published in the Santa Monica Daily Press print edition on December 22, 2005.* [Read the original PDF.](https://s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/smdp%5Fbackissues/122205.pdf?ref=smdp.com)