Global Audit Leadership

The book provides advice and guidance to assist stakeholders navigate the challenges and demands of change. It includes insights, measures, and tools that have contributed to my success as a leader in the internal audit profession for 27 years.

Leaders across the globe have a common challenge they cannot ignore: CHANGE. This must be embraced and effectively managed to remain relevant and successful in a dynamic operating environment. Embracing change, including technological innovations, collaboration, and timely sharing of information are paramount to the survival and success of everyone in an ever-changing environment.In times of rapid change, organizations are often forced to adjust their strategic plans. Stakeholders usually need assistance to effectively manage the risks, unprecedented at times, and capitalize on the opportunities that usually come with change. Change management must be effectively executed to assist in ensuring the viability of the organization. The book provides advice and guidance to assist stakeholders navigate the challenges and demands of change. It includes insights, measures, and tools that have contributed to my success as a leader in the internal audit profession for 27 years.The author, Audley Bell, graduated cum laude with a Bachelor of Science degree in Management Studies from Boston College in 1976. He is a Certified Public Accountant, Internal Auditor, Information System Auditor, and Fraud Examiner. He has established five internal audit functions, including two internal investigation units, during his 27-year career as an internal audit leader. He also oversaw the development of the implementation plan of a global enterprise risk management program. His work experience spans the private and public sectors, including publicly traded companies and non-governmental organizations. He is a member of Wingate University Board of Trustee and the Chair of the Audit Committee. He is a former chair of Xcel’s Federal Credit Union Supervisory Committee and has served the Institute of Internal Auditors at the global and chapter levels in various roles, including District Representative for the Caribbean and as a member of the Board of Trustees of The Research Foundation.