Larry Gamst | Managing Principal

As the managing principal of DS&B, Larry Gamst (CPA) applies his vast financial, business ownership and management experience to setting and achieving the firm's strategic direction. In addition, he utilizes his business advisory, direct ownership and financial expertise to proactively help clients with strategic planning, operations, succession and financing issues. As a business leader, Larry was instrumental in developing DS&B's health care specialty. Because of this work, the firm is now recognized as one of the state's leading health care consulting teams.

Larry is an exceptional business advisor honing his skills by acquiring (with three partners) a small portfolio of small operating companies. Numerous clients of DS&B - especially closely held businesses - rely on Larry's direct experience and expertise since joined the firm in 1976. His expert negotiating skills, marketplace instincts and immense network of contacts all help further his clients’ objectives.

Beginning his working career as a jazz guitarist, Larry enjoys playing music and is an avid golfer - maintaining a three handicap. He has a reputation among both clients and business associates alike as an affable, warm and caring individual. Larry is a true business and personal resource - connected to many people in the Twin Cities and across the nation.

Areas of Expertise

Strategic Planning
Management Consulting
Operations Consulting
Succession Planning
Closely-held businesses
Contract, Merger and Acquisition Negotiation
Buy-ins and Buy-outs
Health Care Practice Management
Health Care Provider Compensation

Education

University of Minnesota
Certified Public Accountant (CPA)

Professional Memberships

American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA)
Minnesota Society of Certified Public Accountants (MNCPA)

Community and Civic Activities

Board member of United Hospital Foundation
Board member of Kowaskis 4 Kids Foundation