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Internal audit, SOX and risk executive with 20+ years of experience across public, private and global organizations, including leadership of audit, controls and enterprise risk programs. Proven success advising executive teams and boards, strengthening governance and controls, and leading organizations through major transformation, including public-to-private transition, IPO readiness, and return to the public markets. Broad experience across operational, financial, compliance and technology risk, with a practical, business-focused approach to identifying issues, improving processes and driving accountability. Known for building strong teams, simplifying complex issues and translating risk into clear, actionable recommendations for senior leaders and audit committees.

Career Highlight 1: Led internal audit, SOX and enterprise risk through a public-to-private transition and later IPO readiness, strengthening governance, controls and Audit Committee reporting as the company returned to the public markets.

Career Highlight 2: Increased audit and SOX efficiency by sharpening risk focus, optimizing co-sourced support, and reducing unnecessary testing and external effort while maintaining strong assurance coverage and control quality.

Career Highlight 3: Built and evolved risk-based internal audit and ERM programs, directing 15–20 audits annually across financial, operational, compliance and technology risks while strengthening methodology, quality assurance and executive reporting.

Why Hire This Candidate (In Their Own Words): I bring broad internal audit, SOX, and risk leadership experience, strong judgment and the ability to quickly understand complex organizations, identify what matters most and translate risk into practical business solutions. I’m a collaborative leader who builds strong teams, communicates effectively with executives and boards, and balances high standards with a practical approach focused on improving processes, strengthening controls and helping the business succeed.

Strengths: Strategic thinking, sound judgment, practical problem-solving, clear executive communication, team leadership, relationship building, and the ability to simplify complex risks and turn them into actionable solutions.

Hobbies & Personal Interests: Reading, travel, cooking, farmers markets, theater, concerts, and spending time with family and my two dogs.

Credentials: Certified Internal Auditor (CIA); Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA); Certification in Risk Management Assurance (CRMA); Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE)

Industry Experience: Education, Emerging Growth Companies, Hospitality / Hotels & Re, Retail, Technology, Wholesale & Distribution

Company Fit: Experience with medium and large organizations, including complex global, publicly traded and large public-sector organizations.

Management Experience: 12+ years of management experience; currently lead 5 employees, 2 seasonal interns, and 4 co-sourced professionals, with responsibility for team development, workload, quality, and delivery.

Software Experience: Oracle and SAP ERP systems; TeamMate and Optro (formerly AuditBoard) for internal audit, SOX and risk management.

Open To: Hybrid, In-office, Remote