SUZANNE FORBES
MANAGING PARTNER, JAMES MOORE & CO., GAINESVILLE
Forbes became a partner in 1995 and was elected managing partner in 2019 at James Moore & Co., whose nearly 300 employees provide accounting and business advisory services to clients nationwide. The firm also provides free educational webinars, podcasts and videos to the public.
EDUCATION: Stetson University (BS, MA)
IF I WERE GOVERNOR: Florida’s abundant sunshine is a major attraction for residents and visitors alike. To preserve our natural resources, we should invest in renewable, clean energy sources like solar power. Making solar power affordable could ensure that every new home built in Florida is equipped with this technology.
MENTOR: Carol Villemaire, our previous managing partner, holds the distinction of being the first female partner and first female managing partner in our firm's history. She successfully balanced her professional achievements with raising three children.
READING: The E Myth, by Michael Gerber, provides a great perspective on growing a business as opposed to just working in one.
WHAT I’VE LEARNED: In both personal and professional settings, it’s essential to exercise due diligence by verifying the accuracy of information before acting upon it.
