Ep. 205 - The Rogue Trader - Nick Leeson

On this episode of Audit 15 Fun, I’m joined by seasoned finance and treasury expert John Engeman.We discuss the goals of a treasury department, how to measure success, and the most overlooked risks during treasury audits. A must-listen for any auditor doing a treasury review!

On this episode of Audit 15 Fun, I’m joined by Perla Habchi, an emerging internal audit leader from Canada.Perla shares how she stumbled into internal audit, built a framework to audit innovation during the pandemic, and became a tireless advocate for student outreach.From national awards to helping students land their first audit jobs, her journey is inspiring. Every local chapter needs a Perla, someone who turns “no” into “yes”.

Nick Leeson, the man behind the $800M collapse of Barings Bank, joins Audit 15 Fun.We skip the headline story and dig into what internal auditors should've asked and seen, as well as what he wishes someone had asked.Simple things.Big consequences.

From molecular biologist to business owner to internal auditor, Heather Lascano’s journey is anything but traditional.In this episode, we talk about the surprising overlap between science, entrepreneurship, and internal audit and why our profession needs to rethink the talent pipeline.

In this episode, I'm joined by Marco Nutini, former Chief Risk Officer at Embraer and the mind behind RiskLeap.com.Marco highlights how AI is revolutionizing risk management, moving from isolated risk assessments to contextual, decision-focused auditing. Marco shares his innovative course and toolset for building contextual knowledge graphs.

Iowa State Auditor Rob Sand joins the show to discuss Senate File 478, a law that limits access to key audit information. He shares concrete examples of how it has affected oversight and explains why audit professionals across the country are raising concerns.

Can personality traits elevate your audit team?Jas Gill and Karem Obeid join to explore how understanding personalities boosts team energy, engagement, and results without putting people in boxes.

In this episode, I’m joined by Karolina Aleksandrova, a leader based in Ukraine.We discuss the upcoming Audit Leadership Forum, which brings together 150+ CAEs from 20 countries, and Karolina shares how resilience has shaped her work and life amid the ongoing war.A powerful story of strength and global connection in the audit profession.Website for the conference: www.audit-forum.tech

Are you an "in-a-wait-tor" or an innovator?Are you an "I-nnovator" or a "we-nnovator"?There’s a difference, and it matters.Understanding that difference can make innovation more effective in your organization.Listen to this masterclass from Gijs van Wulfen.Link to his book here: https://tinyurl.com/4p2y6bd3

In this episode of Audit 15 Fun, we’re joined by Mike Ware, former Inspector General of the Small Business Administration and Social Security Administration. We discuss the crucial role of IGs in promoting transparency, uncovering fraud, and preserving oversight across government programs. Mike also reflects on his unexpected dismissal in early 2025, an event that sparked important conversations around independence and integrity in public service. A powerful and timely conversation for auditors.