FEISV Chapter Newsletter | September 04, 2026
Celebrating 50 Years of FEI Silicon Valley!
2026 marks FEI Silicon Valley’s 50th Anniversary! We’re excited to celebrate this incredible milestone with our Members, Partners, and friends throughout the year.
The celebration will culminate in April with a special 50th Anniversary Casino Night, and we’re making it a night to share — significant others are invited! More details will be coming soon.
But we’re not waiting until April to start celebrating! At each Keynote event leading up to our anniversary celebration, we’ll hold a special 50th Anniversary Raffle, with one lucky attendee taking home a $50 bottle of wine.
50 years of connections, leadership, and community — and plenty to celebrate!
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Latest Trends in FEI
We are pleased to present the Financial Officers Forum (FOF), a virtual peer exchange created for senior finance leaders who want practical perspective on the challenges shaping their work today.
FOF brings together CFOs, Controllers, VPs of Finance, consulting CFOs, and trusted advisers for a confidential, Vistage-style discussion. Rather than a traditional presentation, the forum is driven by participant questions, current business situations, and the real issues finance leaders are navigating across industries. You will leave with candid insights, tested approaches, and ideas you can put to use immediately.
Previous conversations have covered accounting-system selection for small businesses, the benefits and tradeoffs of PEOs, compensation for small-company board members, ASC 606 audit experiences, and SaaS measurement and internal-reporting practices. It is a valuable opportunity to compare notes with peers, hear what consulting CFOs are seeing in the market, and gain perspective beyond your own organization.
Come prepared to contribute. Submit a question during registration, bring a challenge or experience to share, and join fellow FEI Silicon Valley Members and Partners for a timely, candid discussion of the issues that matter most to today’s finance leaders.
Financial Officers Forum (FOF) will be held virtually on Friday, September 25th, from 12:00 pm - 1:15 pm Pacific.
FEISV Members & Partners, Other FEI Members, and Non-Members: Free | Registration: Here
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Join us for Lunch and a Discussion!
Today’s CFO does far more than manage the numbers. As companies scale, raise capital, prepare for the public markets, pursue M&A, or position for an exit, finance leaders help shape the decisions that define what comes next.
Join us on September 15th for a must-attend panel that brings together experienced CFOs and finance leaders who have guided organizations through private financings, IPO readiness, acquisitions, and other pivotal moments.
Hear real-world lessons from Matt Padfield (SambaNova), Mahesh Karanth (Sonatus), and Karen Moran (Wellth) on building a finance function that scales, navigating complex capital and transaction decisions, strengthening relationships with boards and investors, and preparing for opportunities long before a formal process begins.
Whether you are planning a transaction now or laying the groundwork for future growth, join the conversation to gain the strategic perspective, practical insights, and leadership tools to move forward with clarity and confidence.
People, Payroll, and Profitability: What Every Finance Leader Needs to Know Before a Transaction, System Change, or Hyper-Growth Event will be held at BPM in San Jose on Tuesday, September 29th, from 11:30 am - 1:00 pm Pacific.
FEISV Members & Partners: Free | Other FEI Members & Non-Members: $50 | Registration: Here
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2026 FEI Corporate Financial Reporting Insights (CFRI) Conference - This Fall
FEI's Corporate Financial Reporting Insights (CFRI) Conference is built for Controllers, Chief Accounting Officers, and senior financial reporting professionals navigating the most consequential regulatory and reporting developments of the year, with direct insight from the SEC, FASB, and PCAOB alongside leading practitioners.
From AI-driven controls to evolving disclosure requirements, today's financial leaders need more than updates; they need context, clarity, and a shared understanding of what comes next. Held annually in late fall, CFRI convenes current and former regulators, standard setters, and senior financial executives in a single, CPE-accredited virtual program.
CFRI draws an influential audience across organizations of all sizes, with particularly strong attendance from professionals at recognized companies across the Fortune 100 and Fortune 500.
FEI's Corporate Financial Reporting Insights (CFRI) Conference will be held virtually from November 10-12
FEISV & Other FEI Members: $995 | Non-Members: $1,195 | Unlimited Company Registrations: $9,995 | Registration: Here
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Select Sponsorship Opportunities: 4th Annual Women CFOs of the Year Awards
The 4th Annual Women CFOs of the Year Awards will take place on November 18 at Green Hills Golf & Country Club, bringing together an exceptional community of leaders who are shaping the future of finance.
This event is a platform to recognize and elevate women who are driving innovation, strengthening organizations, and inspiring the next generation of financial leadership. Their impact extends far beyond their roles, influencing industries, workplaces, and communities.
Sponsoring this event is a meaningful opportunity for your organization to align with that impact. It positions your brand alongside excellence, leadership, and progress in the accounting and finance space. More importantly, it demonstrates a clear commitment to supporting and advancing women in executive roles—something that resonates with clients, partners, and employees alike.
With a range of sponsorship options available (some with limited availability), now is the time to secure your place and ensure your organization is part of this important evening.
To explore and claim sponsorship opportunities, please download the sponsorship form attached to this email.
4th Annual Woman CFO of the Year Awards Dinner will be held at the Green Hills Golf & Country Club on Wednesday, November 18th, from 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm Pacific.
FEISV Members & Partners: Free | Non-Members: $275 | Registration: Here
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ICONS: Women of Note – Atlanta (Hybrid Event)
Whether you’re an emerging finance leader building your path or a seasoned executive looking to stay sharp, expand your network, and give back, 2026 ICONS: Women of Note – Atlanta is a hybrid conference designed to deliver valuable perspective and genuine connection, whether you are in the room or joining virtually.
Listen to timely conversations with leaders navigating the challenges shaping finance today. Hear candid perspectives from executives at Coca-Cola and Spelman College, alongside senior finance leaders from EY, IBM, Forvis Mazars, Accenture, and PepsiCo.
ICONS is more than a traditional conference. It is a curated leadership experience designed to spark authentic discussion, create valuable connections, and deliver practical insights you can apply right away.
In-person attendance is intentionally limited to maintain an intimate, high-value experience. Virtual registration makes it easy to participate live from your office, home, or wherever work takes you, all while earning up to 3.5 CPE credits.
Be in Atlanta or join from anywhere. Register now for 2026 ICONS: Women of Note – Atlanta!
ICONS: Women of Note – Atlanta (Hybrid Event) will be held in-person and virtually on Wednesday, September 9th, from 8:30 am - 2:00 pm Pacific.
FEISV Members & Other FEI Members (In-Person): $450 | FEISV Members and Other FEI Members (Virtual): $100 | Non-Members (In-Person): $550 | Non-Members (Virtual): $200 | Unlimited Company Registrations (Virtual Only): $1,450 | Registration: Here
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Welcome New Members
As the events calendar fills up for the remainder of 2026, it's so nice to see so many familiar and new faces. It's even more heartwarming to watch new faces become some of the most familiar over the years!
Please join us in welcoming the newest Members of FEI Silicon Valley to our Chapter:
- Anelya Grant, CFO, AG Accounting, Inc.
- Armita Rostamian, CFO, Vagaro
- Girish Solanki, Senior Director - Business Operations, Finance, SolarWinds
- Gurvinder Singh, Chief Product and Technology Officer, HundredX
- Susan Taylor, Independent Director, KLA Corporation
We look forward to networking with you at future in-person and virtual events!
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Global Privacy, AI, and Data Governance for Resilience and Trust eBook
As organizations accelerate their use of AI, analytics, and digital platforms, privacy and data governance have become central to resilience, compliance, and stakeholder trust. Our Platinum Partners at BDO’s latest eBook, Global Privacy, AI, and Data Governance for Resilience and Trust, explores how leaders can move beyond policy statements to build operational, trackable governance frameworks that support innovation while reducing regulatory, reputational, and business risk.
This eBook examines the convergence of privacy, AI governance, and digital compliance across global markets, with practical guidance on emerging regulations, data quality, privacy by design, tabletop exercises, children’s privacy, tracking technologies, and deepfakes. It shows why organizations must treat data as a strategic asset, embed governance into day-to-day operations, and align legal, technical, and business teams to build trust at scale.
Read the Global Privacy, AI, and Data Governance for Resilience and Trust eBook via our Platinum Partners at BDO.
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FEISV Member of the Week
Kevin Hettrich
As CFO of QuantumScape (NYSE: QS), Kevin Hettrich leads the company’s finance and enterprise systems teams, helping advance its mission to address major global energy challenges through next-generation battery technology.
Over more than a decade at QuantumScape, Kevin has held leadership roles spanning product management, operations, and marketing, pairing broad operating experience with a finance and consulting background that includes Bain Capital and McKinsey.
Kevin holds an MBA and MS in Environment & Resources from Stanford University and is a frequent guest speaker on applied electrochemistry, climate ventures, sustainability, corporate governance, and financial analysis.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevinhettrich/
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FEISV Partner of the Week
BDO is a global business advisor that delivers assurance, tax, and advisory services to help organizations navigate challenges, uncover opportunities, and adapt to a rapidly changing business environment. Their experts serve publicly traded and privately held companies, as well as nonprofit organizations, from pre-revenue through multi-billion-dollar enterprises.
BDO helps CFOs and finance leaders strengthen performance, manage risk, and accelerate value creation. Their teams support organizations across the business lifecycle with services such as:
- IPO readiness and public company preparedness
- SEC reporting support
- SOX/ICFR design and testing
- Technical accounting (ASC 606, ASC 842, business combinations, equity, and share-based compensation)
- Tax planning and compliance—including federal, state, and local, international tax, transfer pricing, and tax provision support
- Finance transformation and close optimization
- FP&A and performance management
- Enterprise risk and internal audit
- Cyber and privacy risk
- Transaction advisory (QoE, buy-side and sell-side due diligence), valuation, and modeling
- M&A integration/separation planning, carve-outs, and post-deal accounting and reporting
- People, Strategy and Solutions (culture, talent, organizational effectiveness, leadership alignment)
- AI Innovation
- ESG readiness and reporting
- BDO Capital – Investment Banking
BDO’s Bay Area practice—served by their San Jose, San Francisco, and Walnut Creek offices—is a hub for our Technology and Life Sciences industry focus. They bring local market presence and a hands-on approach, backed by national and global technical resources. With more than 100 years of experience, BDO serves clients through offices across the U.S. and, as an independent member firm of BDO International Limited, provides access to a global network of professionals across 160+ countries and territories.
CONTACTS:
Kim Bradley
Director, Business Development , Assurance, Tax and Advisory, BDO
M: 312-933-5929
E: [email protected]
LinkedIn: Kim Bradley | LinkedIn
Jessica Horrillo
Tax Principal, BDO
M: 408-529-5126
E: [email protected]
LinkedIn: Jessica Horrillo | LinkedIn
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