Financial Executives International (FEI), the nation’s leading professional association for senior financial executives, has announced its new executive leadership team for the 2025-2026 term. This announcement, made on July 10, marks a pivotal moment for the association as it seeks to continue its mission of advancing the role of financial executives in shaping global business practices.
New Leadership Appointments
The new leadership team brings with it a broad range of expertise from various industries, including technology, finance, and legal sectors. The newly appointed Chair of the FEI Board of Directors, Alice Jolla, currently serves as Chief Accounting Officer and Corporate Vice President at Microsoft Corporation. With a deep background in corporate finance and accounting, Jolla’s leadership at one of the world’s largest tech companies positions her to address the evolving challenges of financial innovation and digital transformation in today’s business landscape.
Other notable appointments include Michael Day, President of Grand Canyon Wealth Management, bringing over 25 years of experience in wealth management and financial strategy; John White, Partner at Cravath, Swaine & Moore LLP, one of the nation’s leading law firms, who will represent FEI New York City, offering a strong perspective on financial regulations and corporate governance; and Vickie Wong, Senior Vice President and Deputy Chief Accounting Officer at Cisco Systems, representing FEI San Francisco Bay Area. Wong’s expertise in tech-driven financial solutions will be crucial in addressing the unique financial challenges faced by technology firms.
Strategic Focus for the Term
Under the leadership of Alice Jolla, FEI plans to focus on several key priorities for the upcoming term. These include advancing financial resilience, driving technological innovation in finance, promoting inclusivity and diversity, and engaging with global markets.
In advancing financial resilience, FEI aims to provide financial executives with the tools and strategies needed to build more resilient business models capable of withstanding economic fluctuations, geopolitical risks, and global supply chain disruptions. This includes creating robust risk management frameworks and emphasizing long-term planning.
With the rise of artificial intelligence (AI), blockchain, and automation, FEI will focus on helping financial executives leverage these technologies to enhance operational efficiency, improve accuracy in financial reporting, and drive digital transformation within their organizations. Additionally, FEI is committed to fostering inclusivity and diversity within the financial leadership pipeline by advocating for gender parity, racial diversity, and inclusive leadership.
Finally, as financial markets become more global, FEI will prioritize international collaboration to promote a unified approach to financial regulation, particularly in emerging markets. These initiatives will help FEI members stay ahead of the curve in a rapidly changing global environment.
Building Momentum: Looking Ahead
With a strong leadership team now in place, FEI is poised to enhance its relevance in the ever-evolving world of corporate finance. Through networking events, thought leadership initiatives, and educational programs, FEI will continue to be a key resource for financial executives, providing opportunities for career advancement, professional development, and access to cutting-edge financial insights.
The newly appointed board members bring with them decades of experience and a shared commitment to ensuring that financial executives are equipped to navigate complex challenges, embrace technological advancements, and maintain the highest standards of financial leadership.
