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ORGANIZER;CN=Valerie Nielsen:MAILTO:skater714@hotmail.com
SUMMARY:THE FENG: Aligning growth ambitions with the realities of tariff-driven cost pressures
LOCATION:Cherry Bekaert Offices\r\n200 West Adams Street, 17th Floor\r\nChicago, IL 60606\r\n in the Chicago Loop
DESCRIPTION:FENG Chicago Fall In-Person Event on Thursday, October 23rdThis is an excellent opportunity for networking and industry knowledge.&nbsp;Aligning growth ambitions with the realities of tariff-driven cost pressuresTo 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.&nbsp;Program Agenda4:30pm-5pm Registration and Networking5pm-6pm&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Welcome FENG Chapter Co-ChairsIntroduction Ann Behrens, Tax Partner, Cherry BekaertSpeaker Jason Hodell, Industry Leader, Industrial and Consumer Goods Segment; Operating Partner, Cherry BekaertQ&amp;AClosing FENG Chapter Co-Chairs6pm-7pm&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Networking and Conversation&nbsp;We look forward to seeing you on October 23rd.Best regards,Your Chapter Co-Chairs Lynn, Shree, and Valerie&nbsp;&nbsp;
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