Kent Barrett is a Senior Managing Director at J.S. Held LLC, specializing in major litigation engagements related to auditor conduct and financial statement analysis, particularly in life, health, and property/casualty insurance sectors. With over two decades of experience as a Senior Managing Director at Veris Consulting, Kent has focused on accounting and financial litigation services, emphasizing GAAP, IFRS, and SAP standards. Previous leadership roles include serving as Executive Vice President and CFO for AIG American General and American General Life and Accident, where Kent was a key financial strategist managing substantial assets. Earlier experience included a Senior Manager position at Ernst & Young, where Kent provided consulting services to various insurance companies. Educational credentials include a BS and MS in Accounting from Brigham Young University.