FENG Chicago Fall In-Person Event on Thursday, October 23rd

This is an excellent opportunity for networking and industry knowledge. 

Aligning growth ambitions with the realities of tariff-driven cost pressures

To address the constant volatility of tariffs, senior leaders need a strategic playbook for balancing financial stability with growth initiatives. Jason Hodell, Industry Leader, Industrial and Consumer Goods Segment; Operating Partner, from Cherry Bekaert will explore the most popular and effective mitigation methods he is seeing clients implementing today, from optimizing supply chains and leveraging duty drawback programs to agile pricing strategies. The session will focus on navigating margin pressures by quantifying risk through dynamic scenario modeling and leveraging real-time data analytics, empowering your team to make faster, more informed decisions. You'll gain actionable insights to turn trade uncertainty into a strategic advantage, ensuring your company not only withstands disruption but continues to grow revenue and emerge stronger.

The start of the event will 5pm. The goal is not to be so late that people miss express trains in getting home. The remarks will be 30-40 minutes so there is plenty of time for audience interaction.

Program Agenda

4:30pm-5pm Registration and Networking

5pm-6pm       Welcome FENG Chapter Co-Chairs

Introduction Ann Behrens, Tax Partner, Cherry Bekaert

Speaker Jason Hodell, Industry Leader, Industrial and Consumer Goods Segment; Operating Partner, Cherry Bekaert

Q&A

Closing FENG Chapter Co-Chairs

6pm-7pm      Networking and Conversation

We look forward to seeing you on October 23rd.

Best regards,

Your Chapter Co-Chairs Lynn, Shree, and Valerie