Starting Strong: The Power of the IAP
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Leadership Lessons from Scaling AI-Driven Companies
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The Power of Volunteering — Lessons from IIA–St. Louis Leadership
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The Power of Influence in Internal Audit
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The Institute of Internal Auditors Presents: All Things Internal Audit In this episode, Carey Blakeman talks with Doris Myles about why influence can be more powerful than authority in internal auditing. Doris shares lessons from more than 20 years leading audits across global organizations and mission-driven institutions, emphasizing relationship mapping, knowing your audience, storytelling, and building trust well before an audit begins. HOST:, CIA, CPADirector of Corporate Governance Engagement, The IIA GUEST:, CIA, CPA, CITPDirector of Internal Audit, St. Jude...
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AI Education for Internal Auditors
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The Institute of Internal Auditors Presents: All Things Internal Audit TechSponsored by and In this companion episode to the , Charles King talks with Kelsey Murphy about what it takes to drive meaningful AI adoption in internal audit. They discuss the role of education, trust, leadership buy-in, and everyday experimentation. From training tips to real-world wins, this episode is a guide for teams looking to integrate AI into audit workflows with strategy, not just buzzwords. HOST: , CIA, CPA, CFE, CIPPPartner, AI in Internal Controls Leader, KPMG GUESTS:Senior...
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Good Governance: Continuing the Conversation
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The Institute of Internal Auditors Presents: All Things Internal AuditBusiness leaders weigh in on what good governance really means. In this special episode, Christine Janesko shares additional insight from her interviews for Internal Auditor magazine’s “” article. Hear expert takes on balancing governance, avoiding regulatory pitfalls, and internal audit’s role in keeping organizations on track. HOST: Associate Manager Producer, Content Development, The IIA GUESTS:Senior Editor, Internal Auditor magazine, The IIA , CPARetired Chief Integrity Officer,...
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Beyond Business Cards: Making Real Connections in Internal Audit
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The Institute of Internal Auditors Presents: All Things Internal Audit Internal audit is a relationship business. In this episode, Mike Levy sits down with Stacey Lynch to explore how authentic connections -- whether through mentorship, volunteerism, or daily audit work -- can elevate your career, improve audit outcomes, and expand your professional network. HOST:, CIA, CRMA, CISSPCEO, Cherry Hill Advisory GUEST:, CIA, CRMADeputy City Auditor, City of Phoenix KEY POINTS: Introduction [00:00–00:00:24] Lynch’s Background and IIA Volunteer Work [00:00:35–00:01:30] The Value...
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Internal Audit Education in Action
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Becoming a CAE: Lessons in Leadership, Talent, and Trust
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The Institute of Internal Auditors Presents: All Things Internal Audit In this episode, Erin Banet discusses her transition from Big Four auditor to internal audit executive. Banet shares lessons on building strategic relationships, mentoring rising talent, and strengthening internal audit’s role. She also highlights creative recruitment strategies, evolving audit committee communications, and how to lead with intention in a changing talent market. HOST:Associate Manager, Content Development, The IIA GUEST:, CPASVP, Chief Audit and Risk Officer, Humana KEY POINTS: ...
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Quantum Is Coming for Your Encryption. Now What?
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In this episode, Mike Jacka talks with Anne Millage about his decision to end the “Mind of Jacka” blog after 900 posts. Mike shares some favorite posts, the origins of his ideas, and the role humor plays in his writing. He looks back at his internal audit career and offers his thoughts on the evolution of the profession.
Read Mike's 900th blog post: Mind of Jacka: 900 Posts: Now What?
Host:
Anne Millage
Director of content, The IIA
Guests:
Mike Jacka, CIA, CPA, CPCU, CLU
Chief creative pilot at Flying Pig Audit, Consulting and Training Solutions
Key Points:
Introduction [00:00-00:33]
- Overview of Mike's contributions to the internal audit community through his writing.
Mike's Journey [00:34-02:19]
- Discussion on Mike's career in internal auditing and his decision to start the blog.
- Insights into Mike's unique approach to writing and humor in the internal audit profession.
Decision to End the Blog [02:20-04:07]
- Mike explains why he decided to end the blog after 900 posts.
- Reflection on the milestones and reasons behind his retirement.
Challenges and Causes [04:08-05:36]
- The challenges Mike faced while writing the blog.
- Discussion on the evolving nature of internal auditing and the profession's biggest challenges.
Popular Posts and Audience Engagement [05:37-07:54]
- Anne and Mike discuss some of the most popular and commented-on blog posts.
- Insights into why certain posts resonated with the audience and sparked discussions.
Humor in Internal Auditing [07:55-09:35]
- Mike shares his experiences with incorporating humor into his writing.
- The importance of not taking the profession too seriously and the impact of humor.
Remote Auditing and Modern Challenges [09:36-11:08]
- Discussion on the topic of remote auditing and its effectiveness.
- Mike's views on the current trends and challenges in the internal audit profession.
Future Plans [11:09-13:08]
- Mike talks about his future plans post-retirement.
- His continued involvement in training, writing, and other passions.
Final Thoughts [13:09-15:57]
- Mike's advice for other internal auditors on writing and following their passions.
The IIA Related Content:
Interested in this topic? Visit the links below for more resources:
- Mind of Jacka: 900 Posts: Now What?
- Jacka, Mika."Alice In Auditland" Internal Auditor, Dec. 2009, pp. 56 - 61.
- Jacka, Mike. Auditing Humor and Other Oxymorons. FPACTS, 2016.
- Find more blogs and articles on Internal Auditor Magazine's website