FEISV Chapter Newsletter | July 03, 2026 
FEI Silicon Valley Events
07/21 - FEISV Annual BBQ | Pillsbury
07/24 - Financial Officers Forum (Virtual)
08/19 - FEISV TopGolf & Social
12/09 - Annual President's Party
Partners & Other Chapter Events
07/15 - Q2 2026 IFRS Accounting Standards Quarterly Update (Virtual) | BDO
07/16 - The Story Continues: Evolve with Sage Intacct (Virtual) | Armanino LLP
07/22 - Where to Find Money in Your Merchant Account (Virtual) | FEI
07/30 - How Nonprofits Endure: Balancing Strategy, Data and Operations (Virtual) | Armanino LLP
06/25 - Mid-year Compliance Check and Emerging Trends (Virtual) | Reed Smith
09/12 - Back to Business: Post-Summer Compliance Priorities (Virtual) | Reed Smith
Latest Trends in FEI
As we head into Independence Day weekend, we want to take a moment to wish everyone a fun, relaxing, and safe holiday. Whether you're spending time with family and friends, traveling, or enjoying local celebrations, we hope the weekend gives you a chance to recharge and enjoy the summer season.
We also have an exciting lineup of events on the horizon, and we look forward to connecting with you soon. Be sure to check out our events page for upcoming virtual and in-person gatherings. Also, follow us on LinkedIn to stay up to date on the latest news, insights, and announcements.
Come for the BBQ, Stay for the Connections
Our Annual BBQ is one of those special events that truly brings together the entire FEI Silicon Valley network. This year, we’ll gather at Pillsbury’s newly remodeled space, designed to support both small-group conversations and larger connections across the room. reconnecting with peers or meeting someone for the first time.
These interactions are what give the Chapter its unique fingerprint. Ideas are exchanged, perspectives shift, and relationships take shape in ways that carry well beyond the event itself. It’s a reminder that the strength of this community comes from the people in it and the conversations that bring them together.
This Annual BBQ reinforces the value of building authentic relationships with fellow financial executives. A conversation over a plate can lead to a new role through one of our Partners, while an exchange with a fellow Member might influence your next career move. Even an introduction to a guest brought by someone in the Chapter can grow into a lasting friendship of your own. These are the kinds of connections and endless possibilities that define FEI Silicon Valley and make our community truly special.
The Annual FEI Silicon Valley BBQ will be held at Pillsbury in Palo Alto on Tuesday, July 21st, from 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm Pacific.
FEISV Members & Partners: Free | Non-Members: $45 | Registration: Here
Why B2B Payments Resist Optimization and What Changes When AI Enters the Decision
Every business-to-business payment involves conflicting incentives. The payer wants to hold cash as long as possible, preserving working capital and the value of float. The payee wants the cash as soon as possible for the same reason. Both are trying to do the same thing: optimize their own cash and working capital, from opposite perspectives. When the payment is made, the tension is resolved.
This resolution is rarely reached on merit. It is reached by default — whatever method happens to be on file, executed whenever someone gets to the invoice. The disagreement is real and has real economic content, but the benefit of optimizing on a single invoice is small, and the complexity involved can be significant. So the problem gets settled instead of solved.
Learn more.
Make Your Mark on FEI’s Future
We’re running out of time to hear from you, and your input is critical.
FEI Members are invited to complete the 2026 Member Satisfaction & Needs Assessment Survey, a quick, five-minute opportunity to directly influence the programming, resources, and benefits FEI will prioritize in the year ahead.
Your feedback ensures FEI continues delivering meaningful value to Members and Chapters, but we need more responses before the deadline to make the most impact.
There’s still time to make your voice heard, and a little competition adds to the incentive. The two Chapters with the highest number of completed responses will each receive a complimentary registration to the 2027 Financial Leaders Forum in Minneapolis.
Don’t miss your chance to shape what’s next for FEI, and help your Chapter earn a valuable professional development opportunity.
Deadline to complete is July 3rd: Take the survey now
Where to Find Money in Your Merchant Account
Merchant accounts allow you to perform a vital business function: processing credit and debit card payments. However, the complexity of the industry means almost all merchant accounts are filled with junk fees, errors, and significant wasted spending.
Join FEI for a virtual presentation where experts will walk attendees through the five steps every finance team should take to identify where and how they are overpaying on processing fees. They'll show you how to correct these problems, and we'll work through a "mock statement analysis" together so you can see the practical application.
Where to Find Money in Your Merchant Account will be held virtually on Wednesday, July 22nd, 10:00 am - 11:00 am Pacific.
FEISV Members & Partners, and Other FEI Members: Free | Registration: Here
The Role of Private Equity in Healthcare
An article co-authored by Pillsbury Insolvency & Restructuring partner Andrew Troop and Samuel Maizel, a partner at Dentons, explores the growing role of private equity in the U.S. healthcare industry and the debate surrounding its impact on hospitals, nursing homes, and patient care. While supporters argue the private equity investment can improve operational efficiency and provide much-needed capital, critics contend that leveraged buyouts, real estate sale-leasebacks, and profit-focused strategies can leave healthcare providers financially vulnerable.
Through multiple case studies, the authors examine how private equity ownership has been linked to financial distress, bankruptcies, facility closures, and increased regulatory scrutiny. The article also highlights emerging state and federal efforts to increase oversight of private equity-backed healthcare transactions as policymakers seek to balance investment opportunities with patient and community protections.
Learn more. Read The Role of Private Equity in Healthcare via our Platinum Partners at Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP.
FEISV Member of the Week
As President and CEO of CalCPA, Denise LeDuc Froemming is personally committed to guiding our community through an era of growth and innovation. Her background is rooted in transformative leadership, and she considers it a privilege to steer fellow financial executives toward a future where our professional excellence shines.
Previous CEO and senior management experience includes roles at the Institute of Real Estate Management, American Health Association, Management Association, and College of American Pathologists, among other organizations.
Denise earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, Finance, from Marquette University. She earned an MBA in Finance/Accounting from Northern Illinois University.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/denise-leduc-froemming-cpa-cae-aaip-615abb13/
FEISV Partner of the Week
Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP is a premier global law firm with more than 700 attorneys located across 20 offices throughout the U.S., Europe, Asia, and the Middle East. Their commitment is to deliver sophisticated, tailored legal solutions spanning corporate transactions, complex litigation, regulatory compliance, intellectual property, cybersecurity and data privacy, technology, and financial services.
Pillsbury has a leading capital markets practice advising on a full spectrum of transactions, including IPOs and follow-on/secondary offerings, confidentially marketed public offerings, convertible and equity-linked securities, and at-the-market programs. Their attorneys also provide comprehensive counsel to public companies on disclosure obligations, corporate governance, regulatory filings, and ongoing compliance with securities regulations.
Their team leverages their deep understanding of industry-specific challenges and market trends, enabling their experts to anticipate clients' evolving legal needs and proactively develop innovative strategies. Pillsbury's attorneys bring extensive industry knowledge, technical expertise, and a global perspective to help clients navigate complex legal and business landscapes and achieve their strategic objectives. At Pillsbury, they are dedicated to providing exceptional service and helping their clients succeed.
CONTACT:
Davina K. Kaile
Corporate and Securities Partner and Global Leader of Pillsbury’s Capital Markets and Public Companies Practice
[email protected]
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