Membership
Why Join FLAP
Whether you’ve let your network fall off, never built one before or you’re searching for ways to continue to nourish it, this is the group for you!
FLAP was established as a professional networking group exclusively for finance and accounting executives across the Greater Philadelphia area to come together. The group was founded with the vision that networking shouldn’t be a sales pitch from vendors — but rather an easy way to stay in touch with your peers and continue to build and enhance your career.
Membership is free and your level of involvement is dictated by your schedule and interest.
Member Benefits
Member Profile
At nearly 500 members strong, FLAP is made up of senior professionals across finance in various roles, including CFOs, Vice Presidents of Finance, Controllers, Assistant Controllers, FP&A Managers and Treasurers.
“I recently found myself in search of my next opportunity, and as part of my networking efforts I met with many people, including Rick French who runs FLAP. Rick connected me with a retained search firm who had a role that was perfect for me. Fast forward over a number of weeks and I landed at a great organization — I am truly grateful. If you are looking to round out your networking toolbox, make it a point to join FLAP. It provides great opportunities to meet with other connectors in a friendly environment and routinely offers educational events that are interesting and well attended. Additionally, FLAP has an online LinkedIn group with over 500 members where it promotes the sharing of information, jobs and other networking events.”
BARON LEGAULT
FLAP Member
“After a lengthy stay as the CFO at my last employer, I found myself in transition and searching for my next opportunity. Rick connected me to one of the top-end, local recruiting firms who was promoting a position via FLAP, and Rick was able to connect us for this role. Timing is everything, and after a lengthy interview process, I secured the job. For those of you who are either in search mode or looking to pay it forward, FLAP is a group of like-minded professionals who have been in or understand that employment circumstances can change quickly. I highly recommend any finance professional in the Philadelphia area to attend a FLAP event. The breakfast meetings are always informative, and the happy hours are a nice way to socialize and network simultaneously.”
VINCE FINLEY
FLAP Member
“I recently connected with Rick regarding a huge talent search in the not-for-profit space for a highly visible organization and finance role. For this particular position, Rick suggested that I reach out to an individual who regularly attends his FLAP events. After a lengthy interview process competing against top performers, this professional, a FLAP member, rose to the top. I am always grateful to have Rick to lean on as we search for the right person for our job openings.”
TYLER RIDGEWAY
Managing Director, Diversified Search Group