Libby Whitaker

Libby Whitaker, CPA, is an Accounting Policy Specialist with over 30 years of experience in both Big Four public accounting and private industry. They have developed strong technical accounting skills through roles at firms such as Ernst & Young and Nortel Networks, where they successfully led projects on revenue recognition and financial reporting. Currently, Libby serves as a Director of Global Accounting Policy at UBS, providing guidance on US GAAP and IFRS changes, while also teaching as an Adjunct Instructor in the Master of Accounting Program at UNC Kenan-Flagler Business School. Their demonstrated ability to communicate complex accounting topics and implement crucial change initiatives highlights their expertise in the field.