- American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA)
- AICPA Tax Section
- Delaware Society of Certified Public Accountants
- National Association of Certified Valuators and Analysts
- Wilmington Tax Group
MEMBER OF:
DAVID M. WOLFENDEN, CPA, CVA, MS
Firm Co-founder
In Memory: 1956–2023
As co-founder of Wheeler Wolfenden and Dwares, CPAs, Dave helped set the foundation for the firm to grow into what it is today. In his current role as Managing Director, Dave splits his time between the firm’s offices in Wilmington and Lewes, Delaware. In addition to being the firm’s leader, Dave co-chairs both the Accounting & Auditing and Tax departments.
With so many years in the profession, Dave’s skills and expertise cover the full range of the firm’s capabilities, including accounting, auditing, tax services for closely-held businesses and high net worth individuals, business valuation, succession planning, CFO/finance staff recruiting, and more. Dave’s clients include construction contractors, manufacturers, investment partnerships, nonprofit organizations, professional service firms, pension plans, real estate developers, funeral homes, hospitality companies and individuals.
Dave’s extensive knowledge and skillset have allowed him to maintain long-term relationships with business and individual clients.
“I enjoy building long-term relationships with our clients. Using my business savvy and technical expertise to find solutions to the most challenging issues is rewarding. It is gratifying to know I’m helping our clients achieve their business goals.”
He is actively engaged in the business and nonprofit communities. Dave serves on the Board of Community Bank of Delaware, Inc., and chairs its Audit Committee. He gives his time and talent as a member of the Board of Habitat for Humanity of New Castle County. Dave is past president of The Committee of 100, and past treasurer of New Castle County Chamber of Commerce and Delaware Center for the Contemporary Arts (now known as The Delaware Contemporary). In addition, Dave has served on Peer Review panels for the AICPA, which has provided the opportunity to examine and make recommendations for other accounting firms nationwide.
Dave received his bachelor’s and master’s degrees, both in Accounting, from the University of Delaware. He has earned the Certified Valuation Analyst designation.
To unwind in his spare time, David enjoys playing guitar, golfing, traveling and cooking.