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President's Corner - September 2023

JIm Schildt, FEI Louisville President • September 20, 2023

My inaugural message to the finance community

You are a member of a strong professional group -- FEI Louisville.


FEI has over 10,000 members and was established in 1931. Our Louisville chapter was organized over 80 years ago.


In my term as President, I seek to engage our members and sponsors to develop and utilize the full potential of the organization. Members get the most value from their membership by accessing our vast resources:


  • Strong networking connections with powerful and influential leaders Powerful research tools
  • Free training (online and in person) on current issues and topics in our profession. Most qualify for CPE credit.


The best way to begin using FEI resources is to connect with current members and board members. Take advantage of monthly Lunch & Learn or breakfast seminars as an opportunity to meet others and learn how FEI can best assist you. Our quarterly social events are another great way to meet others and network. Every member has different needs. We believe our resources can help most financial professionals in whatever area they seek.


Our past Lunch & Learn events have included these powerful leaders and speakers:


  • Ford Blue Oval/SK CFO Jiem Cranney
  • Louisville Mayor Craig Greenberg
  • U.S. Senator Mitch McConnell


Upcoming speakers include:

  • IU Southeast Chancellor Dr. Debbie Ford (Sept. 19)
  • JP Morgan Chase Economist Ginger Chambless
    Kathy Paese    , First Vice President and Chief Operating Officer, Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis


We seek to assist you with the tools and research necessary to be successful. It’s our mission – to advance the success of financial leaders, their organizations, and the profession.


Contact me directly for more information about FEI or our resources or ways we can help further your professional or personal goals. We are happy to help.


FEI is where engaged financial leaders thrive!


Jim

Jim Schildt, CPA

(M) 502-744-4604

jims@omgservices.com

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