Our people are valued beyond the amazing work they do. When BKDers aren’t finding new solutions for our clients, they’re experiencing other cultures, volunteering in their communities, spending time with loved ones or practicing new skills. BKD is proud to offer the support and flexibility for employees to pursue any of their passions.
Vineyards & Views
Tucked into the mountains and overlooking the valley, a villa with vineyards, olive trees, chickens, goats and gardens sets the backdrop to…
An Out-of-This-World Experience
Jonathan witnessed not just one, but three shuttle launches during his seven years as a quality engineer assisting NASA’s solid rocket…
Education for Every Child
Inside the cancer center classroom at Riley Hospital for Children at Indiana University Health (Riley), baking soda, bowls and…
Corporate Challenge Champions
BKD has participated in the Wichita Corporate Challenge (WCC) since its inception in 2002, winning the overall games in 2018 and 2019. WCC,…
"I encourage you to read the latest edition of BKD Life to gain a better understanding of the ways BKDers display excellence in all that they do. Follow five BKD partners throughout Italy and hear from a BKD Technologies professional about his experience working with NASA. Then, learn about the long-lasting changes BKDers are making through volunteer efforts in Indiana. Lastly, celebrate with our Wichita office for earning recognition as 2019 Wichita Corporate Challenge champions."
— CEO Ted Dickman
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BKD Celebrates Grand PRIDE Tradition
“At BKD, PRIDE is everything,” says CEO Ted Dickman. “One of the greatest privileges I have as CEO is recognizing two outstanding BKDers each year who live our PRIDE values to the fullest.”
Face-to-Face in Guatemala
Tondeé and her family have two sponsored friends, Marianna and Mayra, and finally had the chance to meet them and their families on an awareness trip last March. Mayra’s father is a fabric weaver and Marianna’s a farm laborer. Both girls live in…
High Seas Ahead
Get your sea legs ready. This 1970 Prowler isn’t your average pirate ship—it’s a sea-themed glamper. Named after the first female Irish pirate who voyaged her own ship, The Bonny is decked out with pirates, mermaids and octopuses.
Playing for a Brighter Future
Tennis season never ends for Tracy Young, a partner based out of BKD’s Little Rock office. He hadn’t picked up a racquet in more than 15 years, but that didn’t keep him from contacting a local tennis facility to get involved, after a doctor’s visit…
Close-Knit Community
BKD has rallied behind the 4RKids Foundation since its founding in 2003. The organization was created by Dr. Barbara Whinery to promote community awareness of individuals with special needs and provide more services and opportunities for those…
Finding Faith in Israel
When Erie Manager Steve Gresh chose Israel as his next vacation destination, some questioned why he wanted to visit the seemingly volatile region. Television and internet viewers may associate the Middle Eastern country with conflict between…
Don't Go It Alone
Director Jackie Nussbaum and Managing Consultant Jen Goins seized the opportunity to lend their expertise after the new 3M™ Enhanced Ambulatory Patient Grouping (EAPG) System shook up the Medicaid reimbursement process throughout Ohio in 2017.
Reaching for Excellence
Managing Partner Jack Thurman has been with the firm for nearly 19 years, but his most nerve-wracking presentation didn’t come until about eight weeks ago, to 15 families with a collective net worth of nearly $25 billion.
