New Employee Spot Light: April Colvin

February 24, 2014 by Stephanie Potash

April K. Colvin, CPA recently joined Gordon Advisors, P.C. as a tax manager.

What is your favorite part of Tax Season?

The camaraderie with my co-workers

What made you choose Accounting as a career?

Since an accounting degree is so versatile, I thought it would offer a variety of career opportunities.

Tell us something unique or interesting about yourself that most people would be surprised to know? 

I was charged by an elephant while on safari in Botswana.

Favorite quote.

“Let no one ever come to you without leaving better and happier. Be the living expression of God’s kindness: kindness in your face, kindness in your eyes, kindness in your smile.”
― Mother Teresa

When you aren’t in the office, you would be doing what…?

Spending time with my loved ones.

Passions/Hobbies? 

Traveling to new places, golf, target shooting and yoga.

Favorite local restaurant?

The Meeting House in Rochester

Favorite place in Michigan? 

Sleeping Bear Dunes

Favorite place outside of Michigan?

Maui, Hawaii

Best part of working at Gordon Advisors so far? 

The people!  The employees and partners alike have been so welcoming, open and kind.  In a hectic business environment, that is a stellar trait for a firm to have.