Charles Killian

Charles E. Killian received his B.S. degree from UNC Chapel Hill in 1966 and his MBA degree from the University of West Florida in 1971. After a tour of duty in the Navy, he began his accounting career with Arthur Anderson and Co. in Charlotte, joining Patton, Hunter, and Company in 1976. Chuck is also a Certified Management Accountant. He has worked extensively with construction companies, business planning, and has provided valuation and litigation support services for many clients. Chuck has previously served as President of the Asheville Area Chapter of NCACPA and as a member of the state NCACPA board of directors and various professional committees therein. He has also been active in the local community with his involvement in Rotary, the March of Dimes and various church and school organizations.

Harvey Jenkins

Harvey W. Jenkins graduated from Mars Hill College with a B.S.B.A. in 1978 and began his public accounting career with Patton, Hunter, and Company. He has been awarded Certificates of Educational Achievement in Estate Planning, Tax Planning and Advising for closely-held businesses. Harvey works with a significant number of individual tax clients and provides accounting, income tax, and consulting services to small and medium-sized businesses. He has been active in various community organizations and currently serves on the board of WNCAP. 

Ed Towson

G. Edward Towson, II received his B.B.A. from Stetson University in 1980, and his M.B.A. from Western Carolina University in 1989. Ed joined Gould Mayo and Associates in 1984. He works with numerous construction contractors and real estate developers, as well as medical practices and small businesses providing tax and estate planning and management advisory services. Ed is a regular instructor at continuing education courses on partnerships and LLCs and other topics. Active in the community, he has been involved with the Asheville Symphony, the Asheville Civitan Club, WCQS Public Radio, UNCA Foundation, Givens Estates, The Community Foundation of WNC and other organizations.

Shon Norris

Shon P. Norris started with the firm as an intern in May 2000.  He received his bachelor's degree from the University of North Carolina at Asheville and his masters in accounting from Western Carolina University. Shon's practice focuses on income tax planning and preparation for businesses and individuals.  He has extensive experience in real estate, construction, and hospitality industries. Shon has been the driving force behind the firm's conversion to electronic workpapers and other areas of technological improvement. He is very active in the community with service including  Rotary Club of Asheville, NC Stage Company, Asheville Hatchfest, North Carolina Association of Certified Public Accountants, Mission Foundation, UNC Asheville Foundation and on the advisory boards for both the UNCA accounting and management departments and the WCU accounting department. 

Eric Michael

Eric W. Michael graduated from Appalachian State University in 1994 with a B.S. in Business Administration.  Eric joined Gould Killian CPA Group in March 2007. Before joining Gould Killian CPA Group, Eric worked in public practice in Charlotte for 12 years.  Eric’s practice areas focus on tax preparation and consulting for businesses and individuals.  Eric has experience with a wide variety of industries , including contractors, medical practices, real estate, and retailers.  Eric is active in the community with the Rotary Club of Asheville and United Way.  He currently serves on the finance committee for the United Way of Asheville and Buncombe County.