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Partners
Luke Malecki, CPA
Luke R. Malecki is Office Managing Partner at Drescher & Malecki LLP. After earning a B.A. in international business from Bentley University in Waltham, MA, Luke achieved an M.A. in financial economics from the State University of New York at Buffalo. In 2004, he began his career with Drescher & Malecki LLP as the firm's first employee. Shortly after joining the firm, Luke achieved his certification as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and subsequently moved through each level at the firm. Currently, as Partner, he directs firm personnel and serves as a primary point of contact for client questions. Luke continually strives towards the firm’s mission to revolutionize the accounting and audit process by providing practical and innovative ideas to counties, cities, towns, villages, school districts, and public authorities.
As an active member of the New York State Government Finance Officers' Association (NYSGFOA), Luke stays well-versed on the reporting requirements of governments and ensures that all applicable standards are met. Luke is also a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) and the New York State Society of Certified Public Accountants (NYSSCPA).
In 2004, Luke moved into the bustling Elmwood Village, located within the resurgent city of Buffalo, New York. He still resides in the neighborhood with his wife, Jenn, their two daughters, Leah and Taylor, and two sons, Lincoln and Luke. Luke and his family enjoy an array of activities in Western New York during all the seasons of the year, whether it be enjoying some springtime bike rides through the city, exploring the Buffalo Zoo or the Buffalo waterfront during summer, taking a hike at the Outer Harbor in the crisp fall air, or a snowy walk down the lively Elmwood Avenue during the winter months.
Luke also roots on the Buffalo Bills, Buffalo Sabres, and Toronto Raptors, enjoys taking in an occasional round of golf with friends, clients, and colleagues, appreciates a good jog through the neighborhood, loves to ski and snowboard during the winter months, and tries to absorb the plentiful opportunities that our great region has to offer.
As an active member of the New York State Government Finance Officers' Association (NYSGFOA), Luke stays well-versed on the reporting requirements of governments and ensures that all applicable standards are met. Luke is also a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) and the New York State Society of Certified Public Accountants (NYSSCPA).
In 2004, Luke moved into the bustling Elmwood Village, located within the resurgent city of Buffalo, New York. He still resides in the neighborhood with his wife, Jenn, their two daughters, Leah and Taylor, and two sons, Lincoln and Luke. Luke and his family enjoy an array of activities in Western New York during all the seasons of the year, whether it be enjoying some springtime bike rides through the city, exploring the Buffalo Zoo or the Buffalo waterfront during summer, taking a hike at the Outer Harbor in the crisp fall air, or a snowy walk down the lively Elmwood Avenue during the winter months.
Luke also roots on the Buffalo Bills, Buffalo Sabres, and Toronto Raptors, enjoys taking in an occasional round of golf with friends, clients, and colleagues, appreciates a good jog through the neighborhood, loves to ski and snowboard during the winter months, and tries to absorb the plentiful opportunities that our great region has to offer.
Matthew Montalbo, CPA
Matthew J. Montalbo (Matt), Partner, is a Certified Public Accountant with over fifteen years of experience serving public sector entities. He began his career with Drescher & Malecki LLP in 2004 as an intern while finishing up his undergraduate accounting degree at SUNY Geneseo. While at Geneseo, he was an active member of the Accounting Society and learned valuable leadership qualities as a captain of the Geneseo Rugby Club. After graduation, Matt made the decision to return to his hometown of Buffalo, NY and received his graduate degree in accounting from SUNY at Buffalo (U.B.).
In addition to his partner duties, he leads the firm’s learning and development programs. Matt works with all levels of staff to promote and deliver trainings, which supports the firm’s mission. He is passionate about creating a challenging and enjoyable training environment that facilitates professional growth. He serves as a member of the Special Review Committee for the Government Finance Officer’s Certificate of Excellence in Financial Reporting Program, and as a member of the New York State Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA).
Matt, his wife, Carolyn, and their three children, Sofia, Rocco and Violetta, live in Amherst, NY, and have embraced the revival of the Western New York (WNY) area. As a family, they enjoy the many year round events at Canalside Buffalo, including ice skating, water sports, outdoor yoga, and concerts. However, Matt’s first love in WNY is for the sport of hockey. In his free time, Matt still coaches at the youth level and has participated in coaching clinics for USA Hockey.
In addition to his partner duties, he leads the firm’s learning and development programs. Matt works with all levels of staff to promote and deliver trainings, which supports the firm’s mission. He is passionate about creating a challenging and enjoyable training environment that facilitates professional growth. He serves as a member of the Special Review Committee for the Government Finance Officer’s Certificate of Excellence in Financial Reporting Program, and as a member of the New York State Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA).
Matt, his wife, Carolyn, and their three children, Sofia, Rocco and Violetta, live in Amherst, NY, and have embraced the revival of the Western New York (WNY) area. As a family, they enjoy the many year round events at Canalside Buffalo, including ice skating, water sports, outdoor yoga, and concerts. However, Matt’s first love in WNY is for the sport of hockey. In his free time, Matt still coaches at the youth level and has participated in coaching clinics for USA Hockey.
Carl Widmer, CPA
Carl A. Widmer began his career in governmental accounting in 2008 when he joined the Drescher & Malecki LLP team as an intern immediately following graduation from SUNY Geneseo. Carl was admitted into the partnership of the firm in 2019. His role includes the responsibility of supervising audit engagements, providing technical advice and consultation to clients, serving as quality control team leader, contributing creative marketing ideas and seeking out potential business for the firm. Carl is an active member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA), Government Finance Officers' Association (GFOA) Special Review Committee, New York State Government Finance Officers' Association (NYSGFOA), and Western New York Association of School Business Officers.
Prior to his tenure at Drescher & Malecki LLP, Carl attended St. Francis High School in Athol Springs, NY. Carl earned a BS in accounting while taking full advantage of SUNY Geneseo’s unique extra-curricular activities. He participated in the Accounting Society, Geneseo Opportunities for Leadership Development ("GOLD") Program, Men's Club Volleyball Team (captain), and various intramural sports. If you’re familiar with Geneseo, you'd be interested to know that Carl kept his bank account afloat by working well into the night at Mia’s Pizzeria throughout his four years there.
Carl married his wife Hayley in 2012 and they currently reside in West Seneca, NY with their three sons, Jase, Bennett and Camden. If the weather is nice, you can find Carl outside riding ATV’s with his sons, golfing at any of the local courses, playing basketball in the driveway or attending cruise nights and racing his car at the local dragstrip. A local sports fan, Carl has been a season ticket holder for the UB Bulls basketball team, and joins other Buffalonians in the thrilling experience of supporting the Bills year in and year out.
Prior to his tenure at Drescher & Malecki LLP, Carl attended St. Francis High School in Athol Springs, NY. Carl earned a BS in accounting while taking full advantage of SUNY Geneseo’s unique extra-curricular activities. He participated in the Accounting Society, Geneseo Opportunities for Leadership Development ("GOLD") Program, Men's Club Volleyball Team (captain), and various intramural sports. If you’re familiar with Geneseo, you'd be interested to know that Carl kept his bank account afloat by working well into the night at Mia’s Pizzeria throughout his four years there.
Carl married his wife Hayley in 2012 and they currently reside in West Seneca, NY with their three sons, Jase, Bennett and Camden. If the weather is nice, you can find Carl outside riding ATV’s with his sons, golfing at any of the local courses, playing basketball in the driveway or attending cruise nights and racing his car at the local dragstrip. A local sports fan, Carl has been a season ticket holder for the UB Bulls basketball team, and joins other Buffalonians in the thrilling experience of supporting the Bills year in and year out.
Directors
Erica Handley, CPA
Erica Handley joined Drescher & Malecki LLP in the summer of 2011 after receiving her MBA from Canisius College in Buffalo, NY. Prior to attending Canisius, she received her bachelor’s degrees in accounting and finance from Mercyhurst College located in Erie, Pennsylvania and attended high school at Nardin Academy in Buffalo, New York.
Erica is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA), New York State Government Finance Officers' Association (NYSGFOA), and the New York State Society of Certified Public Accountants (NYSSCPA).
Nichole Ruf, CPA
Nichole Ruf, CPA, serves as Director at Drescher & Malecki LLP. She joined the firm in October 2007.
Since 2007, she has gained significant experience serving governmental entities. Her areas of expertise
include financial statement audits and outsourced accounting and bookkeeping services.
Nichole graduated from Canisius College with an MBA in Professional Accounting. She also received a Bachelor of Science degree in Fashion and Textile Technology from the State University of New York, Buffalo State, where she graduated summa cum laude.
Nichole is a member of the New York State Government Finance Officers Association (NYSGFOA) and the New York State Society of Certified Public Accountants (NYCPA). She currently serves as a member of the Special Review Committee for the Government Finance Officers’ Association (GFOA) Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting Program and as a volunteer for the NYCPA Buffalo Chapter.
Nichole graduated from Canisius College with an MBA in Professional Accounting. She also received a Bachelor of Science degree in Fashion and Textile Technology from the State University of New York, Buffalo State, where she graduated summa cum laude.
Nichole is a member of the New York State Government Finance Officers Association (NYSGFOA) and the New York State Society of Certified Public Accountants (NYCPA). She currently serves as a member of the Special Review Committee for the Government Finance Officers’ Association (GFOA) Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting Program and as a volunteer for the NYCPA Buffalo Chapter.
Charles Trottier, CPA
Charles joined Drescher and Malecki LLP in August of 2013 and has subsequently been promoted to Director as of January 2024. He works directly with municipalities and not-for-profit entities throughout New York State, providing both audit services and other attestation engagements
Charles, originally from Quebec City, Canada, came to the United States in 2008 to study accounting, while simultaneously playing Division I College Baseball. He began his study of accountancy in Kansas before transferring to Canisius College in 2010. At Canisius, he completed both his undergraduate and graduate studies in accounting, earning a BS in accounting in 2012 and an MBAA in 2013. In addition, Charles completed all four parts of the CPA exam during his graduate year.
Charles resides in the City of Buffalo with his wife, Brianna and they have two sons and one daughter, Emmett, Oliver and Elizabeth. Other than his passion for baseball and his title of General Manager/team player of the D&M softball team, Charles and his family enjoy many outdoor activities that Buffalo and NYS has to offer such as skiing and hiking. Although Charles was raised a Montreal Canadiens fan, he has been fully converted to a Buffalo Sabres fan!
Fun Fact – Charles drank out of the renowned Stanley Cup at the age of 8 years old.
Charles, originally from Quebec City, Canada, came to the United States in 2008 to study accounting, while simultaneously playing Division I College Baseball. He began his study of accountancy in Kansas before transferring to Canisius College in 2010. At Canisius, he completed both his undergraduate and graduate studies in accounting, earning a BS in accounting in 2012 and an MBAA in 2013. In addition, Charles completed all four parts of the CPA exam during his graduate year.
Charles resides in the City of Buffalo with his wife, Brianna and they have two sons and one daughter, Emmett, Oliver and Elizabeth. Other than his passion for baseball and his title of General Manager/team player of the D&M softball team, Charles and his family enjoy many outdoor activities that Buffalo and NYS has to offer such as skiing and hiking. Although Charles was raised a Montreal Canadiens fan, he has been fully converted to a Buffalo Sabres fan!
Fun Fact – Charles drank out of the renowned Stanley Cup at the age of 8 years old.
Managers
Jared Pickard, CPA (Senior Manager)
Jared has worked as an auditor with Drescher and Malecki LLP since May of 2015 and has held the
position of Senior Manager since January of 2024. His work focuses on governmental and not for profit
auditing and financial reporting.
Jared graduated from Erie Community College with a degree in Liberal Arts before joining the U.S. Navy in 2007, where he worked as an aviation electrician. Jared completed his undergraduate and graduate studies at D’Youville University, earning a BS in Accounting and a MS in International Business in December of 2015, both with summa cum laude designation. Jared then qualified as a CPA in early 2016.
Jared lives with his wife and three children in Derby, NY, where he enjoys the various outdoor activities the area has to offer. During the warmer months he can usually be found at the beach with or hiking and biking area parks and trails.
Jared graduated from Erie Community College with a degree in Liberal Arts before joining the U.S. Navy in 2007, where he worked as an aviation electrician. Jared completed his undergraduate and graduate studies at D’Youville University, earning a BS in Accounting and a MS in International Business in December of 2015, both with summa cum laude designation. Jared then qualified as a CPA in early 2016.
Jared lives with his wife and three children in Derby, NY, where he enjoys the various outdoor activities the area has to offer. During the warmer months he can usually be found at the beach with or hiking and biking area parks and trails.
Corey Sveinsson-Skobel, CPA (Senior Manager)
In August of 2016, Corey Sveinsson joined Drescher and Malecki LLP as a Staff Auditor and now works as a Senior Manager. Prior to joining the D&M team, Corey worked one year at a large New York City accounting firm. Her work at D&M focuses on performing governmental audits, as well as providing advisory services to non-audit clients.
Corey completed her study of accounting at SUNY Oswego, where she completed her undergraduate and graduate studies in accounting, earning a BS in Accounting in 2014 and an MBA with concentration in public accounting in 2015. Corey earned her CPA certification in January of 2017.
Growing up in Buffalo, NY, Corey attended and graduated from Kenmore West High School. She currently resides in North Buffalo with her husband Austin, and they welcomed their first child, Liam, in December 2024. When Corey is not at work she enjoys getting outdoors with family and hanging out with friends and her two cats, Stella and Mumu, and eating her favorite food – tacos!!!
Corey completed her study of accounting at SUNY Oswego, where she completed her undergraduate and graduate studies in accounting, earning a BS in Accounting in 2014 and an MBA with concentration in public accounting in 2015. Corey earned her CPA certification in January of 2017.
Growing up in Buffalo, NY, Corey attended and graduated from Kenmore West High School. She currently resides in North Buffalo with her husband Austin, and they welcomed their first child, Liam, in December 2024. When Corey is not at work she enjoys getting outdoors with family and hanging out with friends and her two cats, Stella and Mumu, and eating her favorite food – tacos!!!
Aimee Haensly, CPA (Manager)
Kyle Patronik, CPA (Manager)
Kyle Patronik joined Drescher & Malecki LLP in February 2017 as a Staff Auditor. Since 2017, he has gained significant experience serving governmental entities. Kyle is also a member of the Growth & Stability Team within the firm.
Kyle graduated from Canisius College with an MBA in Accounting.
In his free time, Kyle enjoys spending time with family and being outdoors.
Nick Patronik, CPA (Manager)
In July of 2016, Nicholas J. Patronik joined the Drescher and Malecki LLP team. Since joining the
organization, Nick has become a Manager within the firm and provides external auditing services to
governmental and not-for-profit entities across New York State. Nick is currently a member of the New
York State Government Finance Officers Association (NYSGFOA).
Prior to his tenure at Drescher & Malecki LLP, Nick began his study of accountancy at Niagara University, located in Lewiston, NY, where he completed his undergraduate and graduate studies in accounting. Shortly after graduating from Niagara University, Nick obtained his professional license to practice as a Certified Public Accountant in the State of New York.
Nick grew up in Lakeview, NY and currently resides in the Town of Hamburg, with his wife, Jayna and their two daughters. Nick and his family love traveling and participating in as many outdoor activities this great region has to offer. When not traveling, you can probably find him engaging in various sports including golf, basketball, baseball or enjoying one of the many concert venues WNY has to offer. Nick is also a season ticket holder for the Buffalo Bills and an avid fan of the Buffalo Sabres.
Prior to his tenure at Drescher & Malecki LLP, Nick began his study of accountancy at Niagara University, located in Lewiston, NY, where he completed his undergraduate and graduate studies in accounting. Shortly after graduating from Niagara University, Nick obtained his professional license to practice as a Certified Public Accountant in the State of New York.
Nick grew up in Lakeview, NY and currently resides in the Town of Hamburg, with his wife, Jayna and their two daughters. Nick and his family love traveling and participating in as many outdoor activities this great region has to offer. When not traveling, you can probably find him engaging in various sports including golf, basketball, baseball or enjoying one of the many concert venues WNY has to offer. Nick is also a season ticket holder for the Buffalo Bills and an avid fan of the Buffalo Sabres.