Chris A. DeFrain, CPA

A native of the Lehigh Valley, Chris graduated from Emmaus High School. He went on to earn a BS Degree in Accounting from Muhlenberg College.

Prior to joining Buckno Lisicky & Company in 1998, Chris worked for Red Robin Restaurants as an accountant for four years. Chris was promoted to Shareholder in June of 2005.

With experience in tax and accounting work, Chris’s area of concentration is working with Buckno Lisicky & Company’s many McDonald’s franchisee owners and operators. He is also a Certified QuickBooks Pro-Advisor. Additional areas of interest for Chris include estate and financial planning.

Chris resides in Emmaus with his wife, Suzanne, and his two children, Melissa and Paul. He enjoys coaching, sports and investing in his free time.

Professional Involvement

• American Institute of Certified Public Accountants
• Pennsylvania Institute of Certified Public Accountants (PICPA)
• Pennsylvania Self-Employed Assistance Program – QuickBooks
• QuickBooks Instructor for Lehigh Carbon Community College

Community Involvement

• Emmaus Youth Association Coach

Areas of Expertise