Gary Schafer Email & Phone Number

I serve our clients and the amazing FORVIS team based in our Southern Missouri offices in Springfield, Joplin and Branson. My role is to ensure our team delivers unmatched client experiences and exceptional value. At FORVIS we apply our forward vision to help our clients navigate the challenges they face by anticipating their needs, preparing for what's next and offering innovative solutions. By providing bright professionals with great tools, training and challenging career opportunities we are building a FORVIS team that delivers what we promise: Unmatched Client Experiences.Presently I serve our community as Chairman of the Springfield Business Development Corporation and serve on the Board of the Springfield Area Chamber of Commerce. I am also proud to serve on the executive committee of the Breast Cancer Foundation of the Ozarks and am a founding member of the Springfield Metro Rotary club. Previously I have also served on the Boards of the American Red Cross's Greater Ozarks region and as chair of The Network for Springfield’s young professionals.In my 25 years in public accounting, I've specialized in working with clients in manufacturing, entertainment and commercial services industries. I consult with clients on significant transactions such as mergers and acquisitions or obtaining new sources of financing, or complex financial topics such as stock options and complex compensation models, internal controls, financial reporting and ownership succession and exit planning.

Listed skills include Auditing, Internal Controls, Financial Reporting, Accounting, and 27 others.