FEI Chicago proudly invites you to our annual celebration honoring outstanding finance and accounting students
from our partner universities. Join us for an evening of recognition, networking, and learning as we celebrate
these bright individuals who represent the future of the finance profession in the Chicago area.
We extend our heartfelt thanks to Sage Intacct and Sikich for their generous sponsorship of these awards,
which make this recognition and evening possible.
Run of Show
- 5:00 – 6:00 pm – Registration, Elevated Hors D’oeuvres, Hosted Beverages & Networking
- 6:00 – 6:30 pm – Awards Ceremony
- 6:30 – 7:30 pm – Panel Discussion
- 7:30 – 8:00 pm – Networking / Adjourn
Following the awards ceremony, we’ll transition into a fireside chat designed to support students and early-career
professionals with real-world insights and practical takeaways.
Fireside Chat: Navigating Today’s Job Market as a New Career Professional
Join us for an engaging panel discussion focused on the challenges and opportunities facing those entering the workforce. Our panelists will share personal stories about their career journeys, highlight the skills and strategies that helped them stand out, and explore how emerging trends—like the rise of AI—are reshaping the job market and making it harder to break in. This session is designed to be practical and approachable, offering insights without getting overly technical.
Moderator – Brent Crawford, Principal at Plante Moran
Panelist: Michael Cruise, Manager at Plante Moran
Panelist: Julie Alvarado, EVP of Communications at ALPFA (Association of Latino Professionals for America)
Panelist: Maddie Metzger – Associate Relationship Manager at PNC
We hope you can join us for this meaningful celebration and conversation—come ready to connect with peers,
mentors, and Chicago’s finance community.