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• Spearheaded the establishment and ongoing leadership of the Audit Committee, instrumental in assisting the Mayor and City Commission in fulfilling corporate governance and oversight responsibilities• Played a pivotal role on a Task Force dedicated to restoring public confidence in financial operations after uncovering fraud and a breakdown in internal controls, contributing to the resolution of these issues and enhancing transparency in financial practices• Pioneer audits and accountability related to accounting and reporting risks, internal control assessment, and sensitive matters like significant accounting policies, conflicts of interest, and auditor selection

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Cincinnati Metropolitan Area

• Transformed risk, internal audit, and corporate leadership, spearheading Risk Compliance Programs to safeguard and create value• Targeted and won new business in excess of $20M while managing a recurring book of business exceeding $10M, demonstrating budget management and ability lead diverse teams of up to 250+• Served as interim Chief Audit Executive/Chief Risk Officer delivered exceptional audit plan/project results, consistently exceeding budgetary expectations by more than 400%• Led key client relationships and selected account leadership roles, created amicable culture, consistently delivering double-digit growth and record financial results• Championed Digital Internal Audit initiatives, leading brand building, training, and playbook development to decrease delivery times, resource constraints, and costs (e.g., reduced time spent testing SOX controls by ~50% through automation in collaboration with external auditors)• Provided co-sourced and outsourced internal audit services, conducted risk assessments, right-sized audit plans, and insightfully led and optimized the design, evaluation, and delivery of numerous enterprise risk, internal audit, and compliance management programs while prioritizing investments in technology and risk mitigation• Served as a transformational change agent, provided vision, delivered risk-intelligent and industry-specific results and successfully worked with others under pressure to confidently manage challenges across multiple projects, roles, responsibilities, and technologies• Presented ongoing communications and consultations of complex business cases and strategic initiatives to Executive Leadership and Boards of Directors / Audit Committees worldwide• Developed talent to deliver outstanding results, led by example to expand an amicable team culture and promoted a productive, practical hybrid working environment• Led U.S. External Quality Assurance Review practice, assessed 120+ different internal audit functions

Cincinnati, Ohio, United States

• Planned and executed various audit projects and client engagements with a focus on strategic solutions, operational performance improvement, and assurance support, fostering enduring professional relationships• Recognized as a go-to resource, responsible for designing, coordinating, and implementing complex international audit procedures in alignment with risk management strategies while effectively managing staff and improving control deficiencies• Maintained unwavering consistency in values, principles, and work ethic, coaching individuals at all levels, ensuring efficient workflows, and driving continuous improvement efforts, even under challenging travel and extended work hours• Leveraged technology and databases to develop benchmarking data, proactively addressing emerging risks while providing constructive on-the-job feedback and coaching to enhance team efficiency and collaboration.

• Performed financial statement audit and business advisory services including compliance reviews of company policies, government regulations and internal control practices while providing best practice concepts and industry benchmarking assessments• Maintained a constant focus on quality• Completed Business Intelligence and Behavior Interviewing Skills training conducted by former FBI and CIA agents

Bs, Accounting, Finance, International Business

Activities and Societies: - Indiana University Division of Recreational Sports – Head Lifeguard / Certification Instructor, named.

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