Meet Dave!

CPA/CGMA | President

David Echelbarger, CPA, CGMA, is the Managing Partner and President of EHTC. In this key position, Dave is responsible for the vision and direction of the firm, focusing on strategic thinking, nurturing the culture, and keeping up to date with industry trends and topics.

Dave plays a unique role at EHTC as both the Integrator and Visionary for the firm. As the Integrator, he is the leader of the firm's leadership and business development teams, and plays a significant role in managing the overall operations of the firm. As the Visionary for the firm, Dave inspires team members to live the EHTC core values both in and out of the office, and motivates team members and clients alike to achieve their full potential by leading training sessions on key business components. He promotes EHTC within the firm and in the West Michigan community by highlighting the attributes that make EHTC unique, which includes a team approach to proactive client services, focus on people and culture, and a local firm presence with international resources.

Dave holds a Bachelor’s of Business Administration in Accounting from Aquinas College. Dave remains active both within the firm, as well as in the community and industry. He is a past Chair of the Board of Michigan Association of Certified Public Accountants (MICPA). Additionally, Dave serves the Grand Rapids Chamber as the Chair of its Tax & Regulatory Committee and as member of the Chamber’s Public Policy Committee. He is also a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA).

Dave, along with the EHTC team, have been recognized by Accounting Today, Accounting Technology, and Microsoft Corporation for their contributions to the industry.

Dave is actively engaged in the following:

  • Managing Partner and President of Echelbarger, Himebaugh, Tamm & Co., P.C. (EHTC)

  • Bachelors of Business Administration in Accounting; Aquinas College ‘88

  • Certified Public Accountant (CPA)

  • Certified Charter Global Management Accountant (CGMA).

  • Former member of the Board of Directors; Past Chair of the Executive Committee; and Chair of the Nominations Committee for the Michigan Association of Certified Public Accountants

  • Past Chair of the Tax and Regulatory Affairs Committee for GR Chamber

  • Former member of the Public Policy Committee for GR Chamber

  • Former Member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA)

In his free time, Dave enjoys water sports and
off-road biking!

  • Dave has received National Recognition!

    Dave, along with the EHTC team, have been recognized by Accounting Today, Accounting Technology, and Microsoft Corporation for their contributions to the industry.

  • Dave is the Visionary and the Implementor!

    Dave is responsible for the vision and direction of the firm, focusing on strategic thinking, nurturing the culture, and keeping up to date with industry trends and topics.

  • Dave is active in the community!

    He is a past Chair of the Board of Michigan Association of Certified Public Accountants (MICPA), as well as an active member of its Executive Committee and the Chair of its Nominations Committee. See above for all of his community participation!

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