FEI Louisville news (March/April 2024)

Financial Executives International | March/April 2024

NEXT FEI EVENT: APRIL 11

Information and tips for navigating the evolving cyber landscape

WHEN: Thursday, April 11, 11:25 a.m.

WHERE: Big Spring Country Club

FEI's April event is a double bonus.

First, through our FEI Scholars awards, we're recognizing the best and brightest finance and accounting students from U of L, IUS and Bellarmine.

Second, we've assembled a panel of technology and insurance executives to provide insight into the evolving cyber landscape. What are the best risk mitigation strategies? And if something happens, do you have the right coverage to protect your company's interests? The group will also discuss the increasing significance of compliance requirements.

FEI National has approved the session for one hour of CPE credit. To pre-qualify, click "yes" on the CPE button during registration.

Join us for this informative dive into these issues of critical important to CFOs and the C-Suite. Registration is required (members and sponsors, use the promo code.) Non-member guests: $50.

SPEAKERS (from left): Tucker Oldham, virtual chief information security officer, Advanced Business Solutions (ABS); Joe Davis, Esq., attorney and cyber practice leader, Houchens Insurance Group; Wes Johnson, director of cybersecurity, ABS.

MODERATOR: Andrew Koon, ABS.

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Information from Gold Partner Vaco

ladimir Svidesskis, Head of Security Compliance and Risk at Vaco, emphasizes the necessity of proactive cybersecurity measures to mitigate evolving threats. His insights underscore the critical role of continuous assessment and adaptation in safeguarding digital assets against cyber-attacks. Click below for more.

Dean Dorton is new FEI Louisville Silver Partner

Dean Dorton, one of the largest certified public accounting and professional business advisory firms in the Southeast, is the newest sponsor supporter of FEI Louisville. Lance Mann, Assurance Director and Louisville Market Leader, heads its operations.

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Get to know new FEI Louisville Director at Large Michael Chase

The director of finance and strategy for Denham-Blythe helped his company double its revenues. And there's a reason he loves the Lowcountry of South Carolina.

Member anniversaries

Pictured: Tony Balbach, KCC Companies (photo: Business First)

Carolyn Callahan, U of L
Ron Hess
Michael Merman, CFO, ControlTouch Systems, LLC
Gary Mudd, CFO, Southeast Christian
David Taylor, Controller, Lantech

Doug Wickenheiser joins UofL Health as system controller

Doug spent 20 years working with previous healthcare organizations and is excited to join UofL Health.

"My main duty is managing a finance team that produces financial statements for the business as well as typical AP/AR functions," he says.

UofL Health is a fully integrated regional academic health care system that includes over 13,000 employees, eight hospitals, over 1,000 doctor/providers and four medical centers.

2024 Hiring Challenges

Information from Silver Partner Robert Half

Roughly one out of three hiring managers say it’s very challenging to find the talent they need. Robert Half's Demand for Skilled Talent report presents exclusive employment trends research that can help you overcome hiring and business obstacles in an increasingly competitive market. Explore the latest data and gain insights into:

U.S. hiring and employment trends in 2024
Strategies to help you attract and retain top talent
Common hiring mistakes and how to avoid them