Dave Burger favors the quote "Make it Happen" and applies this idea to his daily work as member-in-charge of Kennedy and Coe, LLC's Manufacturing group. Dave says the firm allows him to find opportunities for clients then discover exactly how to make their goals happen.

Though he completed a Bachelor of Science in chemistry, Dave knew he needed a career change after two years of working in a chemistry lab. His accounting background now allows him to ultimately work as a CPA in the areas of consulting, accounting and tax with specialization in both traditional and biofuel manufacturers.

Dave is an expert on income tax credits and other incentives available to the manufacturing industry. He has also worked extensively in product costing, cost segregation, gain sharing and inventory management.

If money were no object, Dave would work in the service industry for a nonprofit such as Habitat for Humanity. He enjoys spending free time with his wife, Lynette, and two daughters.

Professional and Civic Associations

• Executive Committee and Past President - Wichita Manufacturers Association
• Wichita Metro Chamber of Commerce Legislative Committee
• Kansas Ethanol Producers Association
• Renewable Fuels Association
• American Coalition for Ethanol
• American Foundry Society
• Wichita State University, School of Accountancy, Board of Advisors
• American Institute of Certified Public Accountants
• Kansas Society of Certified Public Accountants
• CPA certificates in the states of Kansas, Colorado, Nebraska and Iowa

Education

• Wichita State University, Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting
• Wichita State University, Bachelor of Science in Chemistry

Hobbies

• Golf
• Volleyball
• Traveling with Family