Kenneth C. Gardiner Appointed to the Associated Builders and Contractors National 2025 Budget & Finance Committee

Dannible & McKee, LLP, a leading certified public accounting and consulting firm, is proud to announce that Kenneth C. Gardiner, CPA, CCIFP, an audit consulting partner at the firm, has been appointed to the Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) National Budget & Finance Committee for 2025.

As a member of this influential committee, Gardiner will leverage his extensive financial expertise and his deep understanding of the construction industry to help guide the organization’s strategic financial goals. His appointment highlights his dedication to ABC and the construction industry as a whole.

Gardiner has a distinguished history with ABC, having served as Treasurer for the ABC Empire State Chapter for 35 years. Last year, he further solidified his leadership role when he was appointed Chairman of the chapter’s Board of Directors. In recognition of his dedication and contributions, Gardiner was inducted into the ABC Empire State’s Hall of Fame Fall 2024.

Founded in 1950, ABC is a national trade association representing more than 23,000 members in the construction industry. With a focus on the merit shop philosophy, ABC and its 67 chapters work to help members develop talent, secure projects, and deliver work safely, ethically, and profitably for the betterment of their communities.

With 43 years of experience in audit and accounting services, Gardiner has extensive expertise spanning a variety of industries, with a concentration in construction. He was the first professional in Upstate New York to earn the Certified Construction Industry Financial Professional (CCIFP) designation. His expertise also extends to employee benefit plan audits, consulting on Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) overhead rates and assisting clients in developing financial reporting systems.

“We are incredibly proud of Ken’s appointment to the ABC Budget & Finance Committee,” said Christopher Didio, CPA, CFE, Managing Partner of Dannible & McKee, LLP. “Ken’s extensive industry expertise and long history of leadership with ABC make him a valuable asset to this national committee. His leadership reflects his deep commitment to advancing the construction industry and supporting the growth and success of our clients.”