LBMC Healthcare Audit Leader Laura McGregor Recognized in Nashville Business Journal’s 40 Under 40
Event summary
- Laura McGregor, CPA and shareholder in LBMC’s Healthcare Audit practice, named to Nashville Business Journal’s 2026 40 Under 40 list.
- McGregor recognized for leadership in healthcare services, firm growth, and mentorship of emerging professionals.
- She advises private equity-backed and privately held healthcare organizations nationwide on financial reporting and compliance.
- McGregor has been with LBMC since college, advancing through four promotions to become a shareholder.
- Active in industry and community organizations, including AICPA, Tennessee Society of CPAs, and Nashville Healthcare Council.
The big picture
Laura McGregor’s recognition highlights the growing influence of healthcare industry advisors in navigating financial complexity and regulatory change. Her career trajectory at LBMC underscores the firm’s commitment to developing internal talent and supporting the healthcare sector, which is increasingly reliant on private equity investment and specialized advisory services. The award also underscores the broader trend of women advancing into leadership roles in professional services, though progress remains incremental.
What we're watching
- Leadership Development
- How LBMC’s investment in mentorship and leadership development will impact its ability to retain and attract top talent in the competitive accounting profession.
- Healthcare Industry Trends
- Whether the increasing complexity of the healthcare industry will drive demand for specialized audit and advisory services, benefiting firms like LBMC.
- Gender Diversity
- The pace at which women will continue to advance into senior management roles in the accounting profession, given current representation at roughly one-third globally.
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