Ignite Emerging Leaders Conference 2022 | Institute of Internal Auditors - Australia | 31 October 2022 | MGM Grand and Virtual Event, 3799 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89109, USA

This conference is a brand-new offering that will deliver an interactive experience for emerging leaders and auditors who are interested in gaining hands-on tools that are necessary for the future of internal audit. The conference will include a cohort experience for deeper networking and engagement, dynamic keynote speakers, deep dives, and new solution sessions featuring case-based learning focused on today’s most critical fears, risks, concerns (take your pick).

• Experience a well-rounded conference with interactive formats and incredible content.
• Engage with peers in-person or online and create the critical network needed.
• Tackle today’s emerging risks and most challenging issues with deep dive learning labs.
• Access resources to further develop your leadership journey, including our LinkedIn Center and competency consultations.

Program Features:
• 3 Educational Tracks
• 6 General Sessions
• 15 Concurrent Sessions
• 2 Pre-conference Workshops
• Welcome Reception, Networking, and Exhibits

Program Takeaways:
• Tools for monitoring risks in a technology-driven, disruptive environment to keep up with changes and implications related to the cloud, cybersecurity, disruptive technologies, data analytics, IT auditing, and more.
• Strategies for becoming a trusted advisor with innovative leadership approaches that positively impact future personal and professional growth.
• Case-based examples from industry leaders on how they are preparing for the future of internal audit and bringing value to exceed stakeholder expectations.

2022 Speakers

Benjamin R. David, J.D.
District Attorney, New Hanover & Pender County, North Carolina

Durran Dunn, CIA, CPA
Managing Director, Advisory Governance, Risk, Compliance, and Controls, Grant Thornton

Margie Bastolla, CIA, CRMA
Principal, Margie Bastolla Facilitations, LLC

Carey Blakeman
Director, Member Value and Development, The Institute of Internal Auditors

Lindsay Patterson
Vice President, Membership, The Institute of Internal Auditors

Jeannette Buttler, CPA, CIA, CISA, CISSP
Manager, Schellman

Nadia Rizk
Director, Technology Audit and Data Analytics, Target

Chris Denver
Managing Director, Crowe LLP

Ma’Kayla Tillman
Finance Transformation Senior Consultant, Crowe LLP

Deidre Melton, CIA, CRMA, CFE, CDPSE, CISA, CIGI, CISM, CRISC
Associate Vice President, Audit and Chief Risk Officer, Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University

Peyton Hahn
Senior Manager, Audit Innovation, Fidelity Investments

Grant Ostler
Director of Product Marketing, Workiva

Nancy Jordan
Vice President Internal Audit, Cornerstone Building Brands

Sarah Kuhn, CIA, CRMA, CCSA
Director Audit Services, Internal Audit, ConocoPhillips

John Wesley, CIA, CISA
Senior Analyst, Global Internal Audit, Boston Scientific

Claudine Hébert, CGAP
Director, Internal Audit Innovation, Science, and Economic, Development Canada

Rahat Sethi
Director, Tech GRC, Adobe

Vamsee Metlapalli
Information Security Manager, Adobe

Deniz Appelbaum, PhD, MBA
Chair and Assistant Professor, Montclair State University

Sibasis Panda
Director, Internal Audit, Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce

Sheka Mansaray, CPA
Associate Director Internal Audit, Merck

Khaliah Guillory
Founder, Nap Bar, Chief Executive Officer, KOG & Company

Jessica Rector, MBA
Founder and Chief Executive Officer, Blaze Your Brain International

MODERATOR:

Jami (Harris) Shine, CIA, CRMA, CISA, CRISC
Corporate and IT Audit Manager, QuikTrip

PANELISTS:

Adrian Romero
Risk Consulting Manager, RSM US LLP

Austin Walker
Audit Manager, Citi

David Li
Senior Consultant, Enterprise Risk Services, MNP LLP, Toronto

Madison Rorschach
City Auditor of the City of Denton, TX

Rachel Tressy, CIA, CRMA, CPA
Senior Vice President, Chief Auditor, Voya Financial

Tammy Valvo, CIA, QIAL, CCSA
Chief Audit Executive, Gate City Bank

Karen Begelfer, CIA, CRMA, CPA
Senior Vice President, Chief Audit Executive/Enterprise Risk Management, Hewlett Packard Enterprise