Sandy Burkett, CPA
Tax Partner
Aprio Advisory Group, LLC
Who I work with
I work with fast-growing startups, entrepreneurs, and family businesses in the professional services, software, manufacturing, distribution, real estate, and healthcare industries. I use my deep experience and industry knowledge gained over 30 years in practice to help my clients navigate the often-complex internal dynamics of family businesses, leading with compassionate service that goes beyond the numbers.
My specialty
I specialize in guiding my clients through every stage of their business lifecycle — from ideation to setup to growth and exit planning. I provide the accounting, financial planning, financing, and wealth generation advice they need to take their businesses to the next level. My core focus is to support the success of my clients by providing the independent, unbiased, and sound perspective they need to make the best-possible decisions for the future.
Results I have delivered
Each and every client engagement is unique. Following a detailed consultation where I listen intently to my client’s needs and challenges, I tailor my advice accordingly, focusing on delivering impactful results that matter.
Unique things about me
I am passionate about exercise and wellness. While I’m no longer as active today in formal endurance sports like marathons and triathlons, I am dedicated to a daily regimen, mixing in yoga, cardio, weight training, and the occasional biking or hiking outing. In fact, I just recently finished the El Tour de Tucson, a 102-mile bike ride around Tucson.
When I am not at work
You can find me hiking or biking with my husband or taking an early-morning run with friends. On my ideal day off, I would be listening to my favorite podcasts or eBook while working on the latest puzzle challenge.
Affiliations
I earned my Master of Science (M.S.T.) in Taxation from DePaul University and my Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.) in Accounting from the University of Iowa. I am a member of the AICPA and a board member of Libertyville Bank and Trust (A Wintrust Community Bank).