Thomas R. Emmerling, Managing Partner

At a glance
Tom brings more than 30 years public accounting experience. As managing partner, he has overall responsibility for the operation and management of the firm. He joined Dopkins upon graduation and was admitted to partnership in 1980.

Principal areas of expertise

• Life Sciences and biotech
• Litigation support / Expert testimony
• Privately-held companies
• Succession Planning & Family Owned Business

Designations

• Certified Public Accountant
• Certified Financial Planner

Professional Affiliations

• New York State Society of Certified Public Accountants— Buffalo Chapter positions held: Director, President, Accounting Principles and Auditing Standards Committee Chair, and Administration of Accounting Practices Chair.
• Canisius College positions held: Council on Accountancy, Student Recruiting Committee Chair and Student Experience Committee
• American Institute of Certified Public Accountants
• Buffalo Niagara Partnership treasurer
• Editorial advisor for the Journal of Accountancy editorial advisory
• Foundation for Accounting Education former instructor

Education

• B.S. in Accounting, cum laude from Canisius College