FCS: The Financial Communications Society

Three Awards to win.
Three Opportunities to shine.

Recognizing the standout leader,
brand, and partnership for 2026.

SUMMIT IN THE SNOW

100% of net proceeds from the Summit donated to 3 children’s charities. Join us in Stowe!

Financial Communications Society

The FCS is the only national not-for-proﬁt organization run by and for ﬁnancial marketing, communications and media professionals.

MEMBERSHIP DETAILS

COMMUNITY · EDUCATION · PHILANTHROPY

Events

November 4, 2026

Lunch

Playing to Win: The New Playbook for Financial Brands in Sports

Panelist Tom Cerasoli

Head of Sponsorship & Partnership Management

Panelist Kimberlee Mertz

Head of Brand and Marketing, Investment Bank

Panelist Matthew Slivinski

Global Head of Marketing

Moderator Rob Pfeiffer

VP, Sales

New York
November 10, 2026

Breakfast

Beyond the Logo: Financial Branding for Today’s World

Panelist Lauren Dougherty

Head of Brand Experience and Design

Panelist Stephanie Giaramita

Director, US Wealth Marketing

Panelist Natalie Fanelli

Head of Brand & Creative Project Management

Moderator Anna Gutowski

Account Director U.S.

Philadelphia
November 10, 2026

Social

The Product Pivot: Changing How Clients See Your Financial Solutions

Panelist Michael Bieselin

CMO, Retirement Solutions

Panelist Nicolette Konkol

SVP, Corporate Marketing,

Panelist Brittany Riesenbeck

SVP, PWM Wealth Solutions Marketing Manager

Moderator Lisa Barnhart

Vice President, Financial Services

Chicago

Upcoming Events

Past Event Recaps

Community

I got connected with the FCS early on in my career through the mentorship program, which has been invaluable in shaping my professional aspirations. This community is truly defined by the generosity, openness, and creativity of its members.

Anna Gutowski

White Spider Media
It’s great to be part of such a welcoming community that continually educates with each event, while supporting so many worthy children’s charities.

Rob Pfeiffer

FOX Business
Being a part of the FCS has helped me create a boundless professional network. I’ve been able to form relationships that have extended into lasting friendships with intelligent, helpful and caring individuals.

Hailey Brent

BNY Wealth
The FCS proves Ben Franklin’s adage of ‘Do well by doing good.’ … We offer our members and guests speakers the opportunity to advance their careers while making the world a better place for kids in need.

John McCormick

Adweek
Every single FCS event I’ve attended has yielded at least one actionable insight or invaluable personal connection.

Kevin Windorf

FCS CEO

About Our Community

NEWS & INSIGHTS

Sep 23, 2026

Call for award nominations 2026: Leadership, Reputation, Marketing Partnership

DEADLINE TO ENTER: November 12 Winners to be celebrated at FCS RFK Marketing Summit in Stowe, VT Nominations are now open for the FCS Leadership Award, the FCS Brand Reputation Award, and the FCS Marketing Partnership Award. These awards offer a unique opportunity for senior marketing executives, their brands, and their dynamic partnerships to be […]

National
Sep 1, 2026

New FCS Board Directors Announced for 2026-2027

The FCS has announced the addition of three new Board Directors. We are proud to welcome Daniel Allocca of Prosek, Alexa Besescheck of Franklin Templeton, and Brent Buntin of Code and Theory to the Board. (This is Brent’s second stint on the Board; he previously served from 2015-2023.) The full FCS leadership team can be […]

National
Sep 1, 2026

Weber Elected Vice Chair of FCS Board of Directors for 2026-2027

The FCS has announced that Katie Weber of The Wall Street Journal | Barron’s Group has been elected to the role of Vice Chair of the FCS Board of Directors. Katie succeeds Tom Jago of The Ward Group, who held the position since 2015. Tom remains a member of the Board’s Executive Committee, serving under […]

National

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Philanthropy

Through membership, sponsorship, event attendance, and donations, we have raised more than
$3,367,575 for 70+ children’s charities since 2000.