Financial Executive Women Network (FEWnet) was started in September 2001 by senior level financial staffing firm, Certes Financial Pros, in response to a need for corporate financial women in leadership positions to build a peer group of likeminded women. Our group is made up of three components: monthly and quarterly small groups; a quarterly e-newsletter, Just Dessert; and an annual party. Our FEWnet community continues to thrive and grow with over 1,000+ members throughout Minnesota.
Small groups meet on a regular basis to share best practices and solve day-to-day business, career, and life issues facing female finance and accounting professionals in the marketplace. Each groups consists of 6-12 women, brought together based on experience and location preference, to meet for breakfast or lunch around the Twin Cities.

Topics of discussion include:
. Managing through downsizing
. Controlling external audit and tax costs
. Recruiting and retaining employees
. Finding balance between our professional and personal lives
The FEWnet Just Dessert is a fun, informative e-newsletter that brings together various points of interest to FEWnet members.

Regular content includes:
. FEWnet Member Spotlight
. Small Group Discussion Topics and Solutions
. What Members are Reading
. Events of Interest
. Members on the Move
. Contractors and Perm Candidates Available for Hire

About the sponsor

Certes Financial Pros provides senior level financial staffing solutions on a Contract and Permanent basis to Minnesota companies needing interim, project, and permanent placement support. Known for their award-winning company culture and relationship based business philosophy, Certes offers the depth of experience and breadth of network necessary for partnering top talent with great companies. Learn more at www.certespros.com.

Annual Spring Party
Each Spring brings our annual networking event to celebrate women in finance and accounting. Our most recent event was on June 4, 2009. Over 250 women came together for an insightful, engaging keynote speaker perfectly complemented by delicious wine, food, and friendship!