Welcome to the IIA Birmingham Chapter!

The Birmingham Chapter was established in 1955 and has grown to become the largest chapter in the State of Alabama. Birmingham, home of Vulcan, currently has more than 500 members who are active participants of the chapter.

Chapter Officers

Mrs. Sara Van Hauen (CIA, CFSA)

Chapter President

Zachary Smith (CIA)

Chapter President Elect

Lauren Walton

Chapter Secretary

Emily Blackwell

Chapter Membership Chair, Chapter Certification Chair

Benjamin Andrews (CIA)

Chapter Program Chair

Dr. Jennifer Hamrick

Chapter Academic Relations Chair

Mr. Michael Todd Freeman (CIA)

Chapter Advocacy Chair

Welcome to the IIA Birmingham Chapter

Building Awareness Champions

We are pleased to be a 2023 Building Awareness Champion!

During Internal Audit Awareness Month in May, we shared our passion for internal auditing, promoting the profession through a variety of events and campaigns designed to inform and engage, raise awareness, and help stakeholders understand the value of internal audit in their organizations.

Dear Birmingham Chapter Members:

It is an honor and a privilege to serve as President of the Birmingham IIA Chapter for the 2023–2024 chapter year. With your continued support, the Birmingham Chapter is recognized as a Sapphire Chapter, representing over 25 straight years of the highest level of chapter achievement from IIA Headquarters. The chapter's successful past is a direct result of you, the chapter member, and your leadership and participation.

The Board of Governos and I are excited to provide exceptional value to our members through several through our events offering that allows our members to grow professionally, network with peers, and learn about how we can benefit our organizations as internal auditors. We also continue to build on our student engagement and advocacy initiatives.

As our Chapter continues to grow and excel, we welcome and appreciate your support, feedback, and involvement. Whether you have an idea for an event/training opportunity or if you are looking to volunteer with the Chapter, we want to hear from you! Please feel free to email: chapter56@iiachaptercommunications.org and iiabirmingham@gmail.com.

Sincerely,

Brooke Brown, President