Practice Emphasis
Professional Affiliations
- American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA)
- Minnesota Society of Certified Public Accountants (MNCPA)
- National Association of Certified Valuation Analysts (NACVA)
Accreditations
- Certified Public Accountant
- Certified Valuation Analyst
About Kelly
Kelly O’Farrell joined CDS in 2015 as a Manager. Prior to CDS, she worked in public accounting for fourteen years and commercial lending for three years. She graduated from Mount Marty College in Watertown, SD with a Bachelor of Science with a Major in accounting. In 2019, Kelly was admitted as a Partner. Her practice emphasis are for profit and non-profit auditing and consulting, business advisory services, and business valuations. Kelly specializes in the manufacturing, construction and petroleum industries. She is a member of our CDS A&A and IT Committees.Community Involvement
- CentraCare Health Foundation Vice Chair
- Willmar Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce Board member
- Winged Foot Running Club President
- Local school volunteer
- Volunteer presenter for Business Education Network
- Willmar Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce Leadership Perspective Program graduate
- Vision 2040 Leadership Program graduate
"Kelly loves corny dad jokes, playing board games, and traveling to new places where she can be on a beach, in the water, or hike. She is a certified scuba diver and yoga teacher. Kelly loves the Olympics and hosts an opening ceremony party, where she includes her own games and activities."
