Board Spotlight: Bob Doyle

Posted By: Donna Oser, CAE Blog, Industry,
Bob Doyle

MSAE role: Secretary

1st Year of Involvement in MSAE: Several Years Ago

Professional role: President & CEO

Employer: Michigan Association of CPAs (MICPA)

Years in Current Position: 3.5

In-office, hybrid or remote: Hybrid


MSAE: Tell us about your family, pets, and where you call home.
BD: Wife Sara is a stay at home Mom. Son Landon is 11, 6th grade; Connor is 9, 4th grade. Two very large cats, Ernie and Paws. Both boys play travel baseball and hockey so we spend a lot of time in ice rinks and at baseball fields.
    MSAE: What do you do for fun or to relax?

    BD: Spend time with my family and run. I'm running the Detroit half marathon this fall.

    MSAE: How did you first become involved with MSAE, and what motivated you to do so? 

    BD: Collaborating with and learning from other associations is important.

    MSAE: Tell us a little bit about your experience working with or for associations. 

    BD: Associations are great places to work! I enjoy working with dedicated volunteers.

    MSAE: What made you want to join MSAE's Board of Directors?

    BD: I like to participate and give back.

    MSAE: What other board work, volunteering, or side work do you do?  

    BD: Mentor a high school student at Cass Tech with Winning Futures. On the board of the CPA state executives association. Volunteer a lot at our church. I coach my son's baseball team.

    MSAE: What message or advice would you like to share with other members who might be considering getting more involved in MSAE?

    BD: Jump right in and find where you can participate that meets your interest