At Kennedy and Coe, we’re not your average accountants. In fact, we’re not your average anything. Our people defy stereotypes, bringing a world of skills, diverse interests and unique perspectives to their lives both inside and outside of the office. Get to know them and we think you’ll agree: there’s nothing average about anyone at Kennedy and Coe.

Kurtis G. Siemers, CEO
If Kurt Siemers wasn't chief executive officer with Kennedy and Coe, he would most likely have been an entertainer. As a fan of "Ol' Blue Eyes" - Frank Sinatra - Kurt likes to sing karaoke and hopes other people like to listen. He also loves to golf and attend Kansas State University football and basketball games.

Every Kennedy and Coe client is unique in how they view their personal and business lives. This uniqueness requires flexibility and creativity in how to best serve them, and Kurt says this is what motivates him each workday. He believes he is fortunate to work on a variety of projects that allow him to truly help clients and contribute to their success.

Kurt has been with the firm since 1972 and became a partner just five years later. His experience in accounting and consulting is broad, with industry expertise in manufacturing, farming, grain and fertilizer, oil and gas, and banking. Kurt specializes in estate planning and strategic consulting to business owners.

When he's not helping clients manage their assets, working with staff to deliver solid financial products and visiting each of the firm's eight offices, Kurt would like to spend the day traveling the northern coast of California from Carmel to Napa Valley. A perfect vacation would also include sleeping in a bit, working out, hitting the golf course and enjoying dinner with family and friends.

Professional and Civic Associations
  • American Institute of Certified Public Accountants
  • Kansas Society of Certified Public Accountants
  • Central Kansas Chapter of Certified Public Accountants
  • Former board member APAC BDO Siedman
  • Former president of Kansas Society of Certified Public Accountants (KSPCA)
  • Former chairman of KSCPA Audit Committee
  • Former member of KSCPA Nominations Committee
  • Former member KSCPA Special Legislative Drafting Committee
  • Former facilitator for National CPA Vision Project
  • Former Kansas delegate to the National Future Forum for CPA Vision Project
Education
  • Fort Hays State University, Bachelor of Science and a Master of Science in Business
Favorite Quote
  • "Change is the law of life. Those who look only to the past or present are certain to miss the future." - John F. Kennedy