Rick often jokes that he’s a “reluctant accountant.” He says that after earning a degree in finance, it was his strong interest in business (not numbers) that steered him into the accounting realm. Since joining Froehling Anderson in 2003, Rick has focused his practice on helping clients with their accounting, tax and business consulting needs. He currently leads the firm’s Business Consulting Department. As a partner who has previously served as a CFO of a public company, he has a strong understanding of the real-world pressures business owners’ face.
Rick and his team of business-savvy accountants help their clients do more than “save a few bucks with the IRS.” He’s tenacious about understanding what makes a client or business tick. “Understanding their processes helps me understand the underlying reasons why certain transactions occur,” he explains. For Rick, it’s all about the people. “I really enjoy the relationships—with clients, colleagues, and business partners—that I’ve been blessed with over the years,” he says.
When he’s recharging away from the office, Rick values time with his wife and three kids. Together they enjoy boating, outdoor activities, and volunteering at their church.
Al is a tax attorney and chair of Froehling Anderson’s Tax Department. Since joining the firm in 2000, he’s used his unique skill set (he is an attorney, CPA, and holds a Master of Laws in Taxation), to help his clients navigate the odd and difficult tax issues. He jokes that you will never meet a teenager who aspires to be a tax attorney; however, it’s easy to see the role fits him well.
Al has always been interested in business. He recalls that as a young college student, he discovered “accounting is business applied to numbers.” It is no surprise that Al’s favorite part of his practice is learning about his clients’ businesses. “The devil is in the details,” he explains. “The more I know, the more I am able to apply my expertise.”
When he’s recharging away from the office, Al enjoys spending time with his wife and four kids. During the summer months, the family revels in all kinds of “Minnesota” activities, including water sports, boating and fishing.
When Dan decides to do something, he does it with his whole heart. Since entering the public accounting field in 1985, he has dedicated his practice to going the extra mile for his clients. “When it comes down to it, I simply have a passion and dedication for what I do,” he says. Dan joined Froehling Anderson in 1997 and is a leader in the firm’s Tax Department. In this role, he oversees the tax and consulting needs of closely held businesses, families and individuals. Together with his team, he guides clients to a solution that makes sense for them. For Dan, being able to share in the solution is what it’s all about. A self-professed “foodie,” Dan is also passionate about sampling the latest additions to the Twin Cities restaurant scene.
When he’s recharging away from the office, Dan can usually be found spending time with his wife and three kids, following sports, and biking.
Robb was drawn to the accounting industry because of his love for puzzles. Both accounting and puzzles require him to exercise his analytical and problem-solving skills, which translates into the work he does for his clients. He really enjoys working alongside closely held businesses to use his listening and analytical skills to help them make sound business decisions, adding value to the work they are already doing.
The vast experience and knowledge Robb has with tax, audit, CFO services, and business valuations contribute to the success he sees with each of his clients. The work he does often doesn’t feel like work to him because of the natural ability he has to identify a problem and provide a solution that produces effective outcomes.
When he’s recharging away from the office, Robb enjoys spending time with his wife and three kids, doing puzzles, and watching sports.
Accounting has intrigued Joe for as long as he can remember. As a child, he regularly overheard family members – several of whom are small business owners – speak highly of their accountants. When he found himself at the head of his college accounting class, he quickly realized it was the career for him. Drawn to the culture and proved to be a good fit, Joe joined the firm as a staff accountant in 2005. Since then, he has come to appreciate his profession even more, “Every day is a different story,” he says. “And it’s always something new and interesting.”
As a partner in the firm’s Tax Department, Joe prides himself on being, as he put it, “someone who people can lean on and trust.” Having spent his first seven years at Froehling Anderson as a “generalist”, his varied background allows him to assist clients with issues of all shapes and sizes.
When he’s recharging away from the office, Joe enjoys being there for his family for trips to the baseball field, beach and zoo. In the fall, he spends his Sundays watching football and rooting for his Fantasy Football team.
Growing up, Dave wanted to be a teacher. Although he ultimately found his calling as an accountant, his 40-year career has centered on guiding others — clients and colleagues — to success. He joined Froehling Anderson in 1979 and is a senior partner in the firm’s Business Consulting Department. He relies upon his past experience, which includes serving as managing partner from 1997 to 2004, to help clients navigate strategic business opportunities.
He is involved in the firm’s continuing education program and, through his involvement with Pecos River Learning Center, he has conducted several seminars throughout the U.S. and Europe. For Dave, the appeal of accounting mirrors that of teaching. “Accounting gives me the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of others,” he says.
When he’s recharging away from the office, Dave makes a positive impact through his faith, family (wife and son) and nature photography.
Karlee’s interest in accounting started from a young age. With her parents owning a business, she grew up watching her mom handle all the accounting. By the time she entered high school, she decided to try an accounting class and was hooked from the beginning. She eventually discovered she enjoys learning about the technical side of taxes as well as finding creative solutions to help clients not only save money but to also make wise financial decisions for their future.
After completing an accounting internship, Karlee joined Froehling Anderson full-time in 2016. She is always willing to lend a hand when questions or issues arise and that is evident in the relationships she has built with her clients over the years.
When she’s recharging away from the office, Karlee can be found reading or going up north to her parent’s house on the lake with her husband and their dog.
