Jack Bovay

Jack Bovay is a Visiting Professor of Accounting at the Williams School, Washington and Lee University. He brings extensive professional experience, having practiced law and accounting for 35 years with board certifications in tax law and estate planning. Bovay founded the Florida Tax Institute (FTI), which originated in his living room, and continues to engage in practical academic initiatives through panel discussions and collaborations.

• Current Affiliation: Williams School, Department of Accounting
• Professional Background: Lawyer, CPA, Board Certified in Tax Law and Estate Planning
• Leadership Role: Founding Director of the Florida Tax Institute

His research and practice focus on tax planning, estate planning, and challenges in family-owned businesses, informed by decades of real-world experience. FTI conferences, like the 'Functional Planning for the (sometimes dysfunctional) Family Business' panel, blend academic and practitioner perspectives to address interdisciplinary issues.