Ep. 198 - Mike Ware - Inspector General

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.

Last week at the GAM Conference, Aadesh and his team received the Protiviti Audit Innovator Award.In this episode, he shares what they did to earn the award and the journey that led them there. #InternalAudit #Innovation

Video episode: jontaber.substack.com or click here.Course website here.PyAudit website here.Connect with Jamie here.

What are the best industries for a career in internal audit?Which industry would you choose for internal audit?Listen to my perspective and let me know yours!

In this episode, we introduce a new challenge:Three questions.Only two choices—tell the truth or take the dare.Our first brave participant, Siebrand Wolberink, steps up to the challenge. Will he reveal all?Many thanks to Siebrand for being the first to participate in this experiment.

CAE at 32 years old.Experience in multinational organizations and close to 20 former direct reports who are now CAEs themselves.What's Rania's formula for success?Listen to find out.

Why did I start my podcast?How many countries has it reached?What unexpected things happened from it?Why do I continue doing it?

Special episode for internal auditors looking to break into the banking industry or elevate their skills if they're already in the field. Listen in for expert insights from John Maxfield of Maxfield on Banks.