Doug Kolker, CPA
Partner
Doug Kolker leads Wipfli’s energy incentives team, focusing on the energy incentives from the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022. He is also responsible for the overall planning, organization, supervision and completion of client engagements. He has 20 years of experience working within the construction, real estate, nonprofit, higher education, government, tribal and manufacturing, retail and distribution industries.
Doug began his career as an auditor for private and public companies. With his passion and desire to run his own business, he became president of a chain of retail stores in the St. Louis area, where he oversaw the doubling of the company’s size.
Certifications
- Certified Public Accountant
Professional memberships and activities
- American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) – Member
- Missouri Society of Certified Public Accountants (MOCPA) – Member
- Conflux Co-Learning Center – Board member
Areas of Focus
- Energy incentives
- R&D tax credits
- Construction/Real estate
- Manufacturing and distribution
Education
University of Kansas
- Bachelor of science degree in accounting and business administration
Recent Insights
Articles
The power of energy tax incentives for tax-exempt entities and tribal nations
Oct 11, 2024
Secure your energy investment credit before the deadline
Jun 18, 2024
New IRS pre-filing registration portal for tax credits
Jan 08, 2024
The race is on for Section 48C advanced energy tax credits
Jul 03, 2023
Videos And Webcasts
Unlock energy incentives: Turn tax credits into cash
Jun 05, 2024
Your must-see guide to obtaining energy tax credits and other incentives
Jul 25, 2023