Building Relationships

Gerry graduated from Loyola University Chicago with a bachelor of business administration in accounting in 1974. He began his career with the Internal Revenue Service, then earned his CPA license in 1977 and branched into private practice by starting the Cukierski firm. His guidance and vision have been invaluable to the organization for the past 45 years.

In his free time, Gerry serves on the boards of several local charities and civic groups. When he isn’t serving his clients or the community, you’ll find him on the nearest golf course or spending time in Wisconsin.

A Partner since 2016, Mike has spent his entire career at Cukierski & Associates beginning in 2004 after he graduated from Indiana University Bloomington with a bachelor of science in public affairs. He began by working on corporate accounts and was later introduced to community association engagements. In 2005 he returned to school and earned a Master of Science in accounting from Loyola University Chicago in 2007. Born and raised in Arlington Heights, Mike is a proud Saint Viator High School alum.

When he’s not working, Mike enjoys golfing, playing with his kids, watching movies, and going on golf trips and vacations to Las Vegas and Orlando. Growing up, his family would take regular vacations to Disney World, so Mike and his wife love carrying on that tradition by taking their kids on an annual Disney World trip.

Nick graduated from the University of Wisconsin–Madison in 2011 with a bachelor of arts in history and a bachelor of business administration—accounting. An Arlington Heights native, Nick attended Saint Viator High School and enjoys connecting with fellow alumni. Nick knew early on that he wanted to be part of the family business and joined Cukierski & Associates right out of college.

When he’s not working, you’ll find Nick spending time with his wife and two sons, cooking, and watching movies. Fitness is important to Nick, and he has participated in triathlons of various lengths, ranging from sprints to half-Ironman races to a full Ironman. He holds the title of the winner within his age group for the 2018 Chicago Sprint Triathlon.

Steven graduated from Luther College in 1991 with a bachelor’s degree in accounting and a minor in mathematics. A Certified Public Accountant, Steven chose to work at Cukierski & Associates because of the work-life balance, family-friendly atmosphere, and great people.

When he’s not working, Steven enjoys reading, playing golf, serving on the boards of two nonprofit organizations, and coaching his daughter’s activities, like girls fastpitch softball. He’s also quite the wizard at crossword puzzles, sudoku, and logic problems, and begins every morning with the daily Wordle.

Greg graduated from Western Illinois University in 2004 with a bachelor of business in accountancy. The next summer he joined Michael J Cochrane & Associates, which later became Cukierski & Associates. Greg was drawn to the unique family-like atmosphere that has been part of the organization from the very beginning.

When Greg’s not working, he likes to spend time with his family, golf, take bike rides, and try to replicate the one time he bowled a perfect 300.

Tom graduated from DePaul University in 2012 with a business degree in accounting and a minor in finance, and a specialization in forensic accounting. Tom is a Certified Public Accountant and a Certified Forensic Examiner. In 2014, he joined the firm that would later become Cukierski & Associates, where he is an audit manager. Tom focuses on community associations, forensics, nonprofit organizations, and other agreed-upon engagements.

Tom makes a point to walk or jog for at least an hour every day with his Labrador and beagle. But Cubs fans beware—Tom is the only White Sox fan in the office, and he’ll let you know it!

Dave Holbek has over 20 years of auditing and tax preparation experience with an emphasis in condominium associations. He graduated in 1996 with a bachelor of science in accountancy from Western Illinois University, where he played golf competitively. Dave spent five years in the private industry, and in 2001 he joined Michael J Cochrane & Associates, which became Cukierski & Associates in 2017.

Dave and his wife reside in Schaumburg with their two boys. When not delivering superior client service, he enjoys volunteering for his church, traveling to baseball tournaments, attending other sporting events, playing golf, and spending time with his family.