FEI - St. Louis is the premier organization for financial executives in the St. Louis area. 

2023 Year in Review

From speakers to happy hours to fundraising, 2023 has been a great year to be a member of FEI-St. Louis!

Member Spotlight: Bruno Giordano

Project Director, Head of Finance Shared Services Americas (Regional CFO), Site Manager at Guerbet and FEI-St. Louis Board Member

Bruno enthusiastically encourages his fellow financial leaders to join FEI-St. Louis. "FEI is an excellent way to develop a network, but the real value comes from the camaraderie within the St. Louis chapter. Because the members who attend the events come voluntarily, we are here in a real process of exchange, ready to listen and inform each other in a reciprocal way. If tomorrow I am looking for information or a contact for professional reasons in St. Louis or elsewhere, I know I can count on the network for assistance."

Bruno has been an active part of FEI-St. Louis for almost a decade, and he's appreciated many of the speakers and events organized by programs chair, Sue Hites. "On the top of my mind are the events at the CityArchRiver foundation, the Bissinger factory, and the Glow at the Missouri Botanical Garden. We’ve had many great speakers, but the former CEO of the St. Louis Blues and the 55th Governor of Missouri Jay Nixon were notable." He sincerely misses the meetings he can't attend when he's traveling.



You might not know that Bruno loves good music and great restaurants. He's been a fan of jazz for almost forty years, but he likes discovering music from other genres and styles, from classical to rock. FIP Radio, a French Radio Station available internationally through an app, is his favorite place to discover unique music from a variety of worldwide genres. While the FIP app helps him find new music, discovering new restaurants presents a different challenge. Bruno, however, is ready for it. He's collected a group of favorites from cities around the world, and he keeps notes on these in a folder on his smartphone. He'll gladly share a recommendation with you. However, since his notes date back decades, he can't guarantee all the establishments are still in business.

Bruno Giordano is just one of the individuals who make FEI-St. Louis the premier organization for financial executives in the St. Louis area.

The Power of AI to Reshape the Accounting Landscape

Kyle Geers, CEO and Co-founder of Zeroed In Consulting, joins Adam and Tom to discuss the role of AI in accounting in this episode of Anders CPA's podcast, Modern CPA Success Show. They delve into how AI can streamline processes, provide valuable insights, and improve efficiency in the accounting industry. Kyle shares his experiences of incorporating AI into his consulting firm's services and the potential benefits and risks involved. The conversation also touches on the importance of human review in AI processes and the importance for accountants to understand AI.

“I don't necessarily think that AI is going to replace accountants, but the accountants who use AI are going to really succeed.”

– Kyle Geers

What can listeners learn from this episode?

• Time-saving opportunities for AI in accounting, particularly in data entry and bookkeeping
• Technical work and incorporation of AI in complex areas
• Importance of maintaining a review process when using AI, especially for accuracy and confidentiality

Curious to know more about how FEI-St. Louis gold sponsor Anders CPA can help you succeed? Contact Christy Buchanan at cbuchanan@anderscpa.com today!

Upcoming Events

January Dinner & Speaker



• Bill DeWitt, St. Louis Cardinals
• Ball Park Village, Hall of Fame Room
• January 24, 2024
• 5:15 pm - 8:15 pm
• Registration Coming Soon

Members and strategic partners are welcome to bring a fellow financial leader to our speaker series and/or many of our social events. Consider how much your peers will gain from the informative speakers and camaraderie that makes FEI-St. Louis the premier organization for financial executives in St. Louis. Plus, many of our events qualify for CPE credits.

Curious about the value of a membership in FEI-St. Louis? Select the button to the right or contact George Kobitz, FEI-StL Membership Chair, at George.Kobitz@roberthalf.com to learn more how to take your financial career to the next level!

Hello FEI Members,

I extend a warm invitation for your participation in Robert Half’s upcoming lunch and learn event, the Manager’s Guide to Uncertain Economic Times roundtable, scheduled for January 18th from 11:45 am to 1 pm – CPE credit eligible see below.

Your wealth of experience makes your insights invaluable, and we believe your unique perspective will greatly enhance the depth of our discussion. The session will be guided by my team, eliminating the need for any preparatory work on your end. Your participation is all we ask, bringing the wealth of knowledge you already possess.

During this roundtable, we will delve into crucial topics such as retaining and attracting top talent in the face of uncertainties like inflation, possible recession, heavy workloads, and burnout. Our conversations will also explore strategies for motivating and developing resilient teams, empowering them to navigate the challenges that lie ahead. Your presence will undoubtedly contribute to the success of this event.

Looking forward to your participation and the enriching discussions that will unfold. Please confirm you interest and availability to attend by sending an email to George Kobitz at George.Kobitz@roberthalf.com if you are available to attend, and I will send you an Outlook placeholder with the MS Team's link.

Don't miss out on the insights and advice our eBook provides for managers facing uncertainty. A maximum of twenty attendees are invited to join us for our next Lunch and Learn event on Thursday, January 18, from 11:45 am - 1:00 pm. To receive a free gift card, participants must register by January 15, 2024.

CPE credit (1-hour) will be provided to eligible attendees:

• Field of Study: Personnel/HR
• Advance preparation: None
• Program level: Intermediate
• Delivery method: Group internet-based
• Prerequisites: Hiring managers at midsize companies should attend
• Refund police: Not applicable

Robert Half, FEI-STL platinum sponsor is dedicated to serving the members of FEI-St. Louis. Contact George Kobitz at George.Kobitz@roberthalf.com to learn more.