Financial Executives International

Garry Lowenthal Joins PetVivo Holdings, Inc. as the Chief Financial Officer

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Monday, March 11, 2024

"We are incredibly excited to have Garry join the PetVivo management team and provide his well-recognized expertise to further the overall mission of PetVivo.” said John Lai, Chief Executive Officer of PetVivo Holdings, Inc. “Mr.

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  • "We are incredibly excited to have Garry join the PetVivo management team and provide his well-recognized expertise to further the overall mission of PetVivo.” said John Lai, Chief Executive Officer of PetVivo Holdings, Inc. “Mr.
  • Mr. Lowenthal has over 25 years of extensive experience in senior operations and key finance management positions, both with private and public companies.
  • Furthermore, Mr. Lowenthal has served on the national board of Financial Executives International (FEI), a premier professional association for CFOs and other senior financial executives.
  • “I am thrilled to join PetVivo, a company whose technology could truly enhance the lives of companion animals,” said Mr. Lowenthal.

Accelerating Success: Snapsheet's 2023 Results and Strategic Vision for Innovative Claims Management

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Tuesday, February 13, 2024

Celebrating an impressive 13% year-over-year growth, Snapsheet swiftly managed over 4.3 million claims, processing $15.3 billion in indemnity, showcasing its expertise across virtual appraisal services and claims management.

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  • Celebrating an impressive 13% year-over-year growth, Snapsheet swiftly managed over 4.3 million claims, processing $15.3 billion in indemnity, showcasing its expertise across virtual appraisal services and claims management.
  • State Farm Ventures: Snapsheet secured strategic investment from State Farm Ventures®, fueling digital innovation in claims management technology.
  • Their strategic vision takes shape with these guided principles:
    Continuous Innovation: Snapsheet emphasizes constant internal innovation, fostering partnerships to streamline and automate claims processes.
  • In the ever-changing insurance landscape, Snapsheet stands at the forefront, leading innovative digital insurance solutions and paving the way for excellence.

The Exceptional Women Alliance (EWA) announces selection of Lourdes Pineda, Chief Financial Officer, Harvard Maintenance, as a 2023 Awardee

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Wednesday, January 10, 2024

LOS ANGELES, Jan. 10, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Exceptional Women Alliance (EWA) announces the selection of Spring 2023 awardee, Lourdes Pineda, Chief Financial Officer, Harvard Maintenance, the largest privately owned provider of janitorial and property maintenance services in the United States. With over 30 years of experience in the cruise, hospitality, and real-estate service industries, Ms. Pineda brings a wealth of financial expertise to her role. She is responsible for overseeing the Company's financial management functions, including finance and accounting, treasury, tax, audit, and corporate financial strategy.

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  • The Exceptional Women Alliance (EWA) announces that after an expansive search and in-depth interview process, Lourdes Pineda, Chief Financial Officer, Harvard Maintenance, was selected as a Spring 2023 EWA.
  • LOS ANGELES, Jan. 10, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Exceptional Women Alliance (EWA) announces the selection of Spring 2023 awardee, Lourdes Pineda, Chief Financial Officer, Harvard Maintenance, the largest privately owned provider of janitorial and property maintenance services in the United States.
  • She is responsible for overseeing the Company's financial management functions, including finance and accounting, treasury, tax, audit, and corporate financial strategy.
  • "As a financial expert, seasoned executive and key leader, Lourdes creates value from within her organization that extends to the external customer.

Huron’s John Kelly Named FEI Chicago 2023 CFO of the Year® Finalist

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Wednesday, November 29, 2023

Global professional services firm Huron (NASDAQ: HURN) today announced that John Kelly , the Company’s chief financial officer and treasurer, has been recognized by Financial Executives International (FEI) Chicago as a Public Finalist for the 2023 CFO of the Year® award .

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  • Global professional services firm Huron (NASDAQ: HURN) today announced that John Kelly , the Company’s chief financial officer and treasurer, has been recognized by Financial Executives International (FEI) Chicago as a Public Finalist for the 2023 CFO of the Year® award .
  • John was honored for his exemplary leadership and ability to strengthen Huron’s financial position, deliver results for shareholders, and reinvest in the firm and its employees.
  • “John is an outstanding CFO, executive, and leader who has been instrumental to Huron’s success,” said Mark Hussey , chief executive officer and president of Huron .
  • FEI Chicago’s CFO of the Year® Award recognizes Chicago-based financial leaders who have made exceptional contributions to organizations in the public, private, and nonprofit sectors.

Lori Sherwood, CFO at Parts Town Unlimited, Named Chicago CFO of the Year®

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Tuesday, November 28, 2023

Lori Sherwood, Chief Money Maestro (aka CFO) at Parts Town Unlimited , a global leader in high-tech distribution of OEM foodservice equipment parts, residential appliance parts, HVAC parts, and related products, has been awarded the Chicago CFO of the Year® Award for the Large Private Company group by Financial Executives International (FEI).

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  • Lori Sherwood, Chief Money Maestro (aka CFO) at Parts Town Unlimited , a global leader in high-tech distribution of OEM foodservice equipment parts, residential appliance parts, HVAC parts, and related products, has been awarded the Chicago CFO of the Year® Award for the Large Private Company group by Financial Executives International (FEI).
  • The Chicago CFO of the Year® Awards is a celebration recognizing and honoring Chicago Financial Leaders who have made exceptional contributions to their organizations.
  • Since joining Parts Town 10 years ago, she has contributed to our extraordinary growth in too many ways to count.
  • For more information about the award, please visit: https://chicagocfo.org/
    For more information on Parts Town Unlimited, please visit: https://www.partstown.com/

Central Baptist Village's Lori Altman Wins 2023 Chicago CFO of the Year Award

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Tuesday, November 21, 2023

NORRIDGE, Ill., Nov. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Central Baptist Village (CBV), a senior living community in Norridge, Illinois, announces that Lori Altman has been named 2023 Chicago CFO of the Year® by the Chicago chapter of Financial Executives International (FEI).

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  • NORRIDGE, Ill., Nov. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Central Baptist Village (CBV), a senior living community in Norridge, Illinois, announces that Lori Altman has been named 2023 Chicago CFO of the Year® by the Chicago chapter of Financial Executives International (FEI).
  • The 12th Annual Chicago CFO of the Year Awards ceremony was held last night, where winners in six categories were announced.
  • From a group of 5 distinguished finalists, Lori won the top award in the small not-for-profit category.
  • "I wouldn't have received this award without the support of my CEO and my incredible team," Lori said.

Nox Health Appoints Emily Buxton Taylor as Chief Financial & Operating Officer

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Wednesday, November 15, 2023

ALPHARETTA, Ga., Nov. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Nox Health, a global sleep health leader in sleep diagnostics and value-based sleep care management, today announced that it has named Emily Buxton Taylor as Chief Financial & Operating Officer.

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  • ALPHARETTA, Ga., Nov. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Nox Health , a global sleep health leader in sleep diagnostics and value-based sleep care management, today announced that it has named Emily Buxton Taylor as Chief Financial & Operating Officer.
  • "I am delighted to join Nox Health and have been impressed with the team's passion for sleep," said Emily Buxton Taylor, Chief Financial and Operating Officer, Nox Health.
  • Emily most recently served as Chief Operating Officer and Chief Financial Officer of Wondr Health, a company that offers complete weight and stress management programs.
  • Previously, Emily held numerous financial positions, including Chief Financial Officer at Paradigm Tax and National HME, Chief Accounting Officer at Northstar Anesthesia, and Chief Financial Officer at Orthofix Medical, Inc. She is a certified public accountant and an active member of Financial Executives International (FEI).

FERF'S 14th Annual Public Company Audit Fee Study Reveals Preparers and Auditors Expand Cooperation Amid Calm Period Before Turbulent Horizon Involving ESG, AI, and More

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Tuesday, November 14, 2023

MORRISTOWN, N.J., Nov. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Financial Education & Research Foundation (FERF)—the independent non-profit research affiliate of Financial Executives International (FEI)—today released the findings of its 14th Annual Public Company Audit Fee Study. The study looks at various factors affecting financial reporting and external audits.

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  • MORRISTOWN, N.J., Nov. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Financial Education & Research Foundation (FERF)—the independent non-profit research affiliate of Financial Executives International (FEI)—today released the findings of its 14th Annual Public Company Audit Fee Study .
  • Forty-seven percent of member company respondents also indicated an increase in effort to support the external audit while 51 percent reported no change year over year.
  • The shift from voluntary to mandated sustainability reporting remained a major topic of focus for preparers and their auditors.
  • The FERF 2022 Public Company Audit Fee Study Report examines audit fees companies paid to external auditors for auditing and related services for the period between June 2022 and May 2023.

FERF Sustainability Report Finds Finance Leaders Focusing on Talent as Sustainability Requirements Grow

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Monday, November 13, 2023

MORRISTOWN, N.J., Nov. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Financial Education & Research Foundation (FERF)—the independent non-profit research affiliate of Financial Executives International (FEI)— today released the findings of its newest report entitled, The Sustainability Talent Gap in Finance. The report outlines the sources of strain sustainability reporting represents for finance teams and the efforts to address the talent gap. This is the second report in an ongoing joint research series with Persefoni, a leading Climate Management & Accounting Platform (CMAP), to help finance teams benchmark their sustainability approaches and efforts relative to their peers and help establish best practices for finance function involvement in sustainability reporting.

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  • The report outlines the sources of strain sustainability reporting represents for finance teams and the efforts to address the talent gap.
  • As they scale their efforts finance professionals are looking to deliver more streamlined reporting processes that prioritize accuracy, traceability, and completeness.
  • The survey revealed a spectrum of approaches to finance function headcount for sustainability reporting.
  • The report and its findings are based on a survey distributed to finance professionals from US-headquartered, publicly traded companies.

Lattice’s Sherri Luther Receives 2023 Women CFOs of the Year Award

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Wednesday, September 20, 2023

Lattice Semiconductor (NASDAQ: LSCC), the low power programmable leader, today announced Sherri Luther, Chief Financial Officer, received a Women CFOs of the Year Award from the Financial Executives International Silicon Valley (FEISV) association.

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  • Lattice Semiconductor (NASDAQ: LSCC), the low power programmable leader, today announced Sherri Luther, Chief Financial Officer, received a Women CFOs of the Year Award from the Financial Executives International Silicon Valley (FEISV) association.
  • The first-ever FEISV Women CFOs of the Year Awards recognize women’s contributions and leadership in the accounting and finance fields.
  • Jim Anderson, President and CEO of Lattice Semiconductor, said, "We are extremely proud of Sherri Luther for this well-deserved recognition.
  • "I’m grateful to be part of such a talented team that strives for excellence and consistently delivers breakthrough innovation."