Format: Online
The Internal Audit Foundation is dedicated to advancing the internal audit profession through research, education, and academic support worldwide. Join us for this engaging session to learn how the Foundation drives innovation, supports students and educators, and delivers global insights that strengthen the profession. Whether you’re an internal audit practitioner, volunteer, or supporter, you’ll walk away with a deeper understanding of the Foundation’s impact and how you can get involved.
DATE: Oct 23, 2025
TIME: 12:00 PM-1:00 PM ET
One (1) NASBA CPE will only be awarded to participants on the live broadcast who are logged in for a minimum of 50 minutes and engage on at least three poll questions per each hour of the event.
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By attending this webinar, participants will be able to:
- Explain the mission and priorities of the Internal Audit Foundation.
- Describe the Foundation’s role in advancing internal audit research and academic initiatives globally.
- Identify opportunities for members to engage with and support the Foundation.
- Recognize how Foundation-funded initiatives and scholarships strengthen the future pipeline of internal auditors.
- Understand how the Foundation partners with organizations and stakeholders to address emerging trends and challenges in the profession.
SPEAKERS
Laura LeBlanc
Senior Director – Internal Audit Foundation
The Institute of Internal Auditors
Laura LeBlanc serves as the Senior Director – Internal Audit Foundation at the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA). Laura joined the IIA in 2021 and leads the day-to-day operations of the Internal Audit Foundation. Responsibilities include foundation governance; fund development; research ideation/scoping; academic relations, awards, and grants; and strategic relationship building. Key areas of focus for research include the internal audit talent pipeline and the impact of emerging technologies and macro trends on the profession.
Michael A. Smith, CIA
Partner, Risk Services, KPMG
VP, Finance & Development – Internal Audit Foundation
Michael is an Internal Audit and Enterprise Risk Partner in KPMG’s Advisory business with over 25 years of experience leading audit, risk and compliance programs. Michael leads a dedicated innovation team that works across our KPMG network to help clients’ execute against their core IA and SOX needs, drive risk management improvement and advance core internal audit capabilities. His approach focuses on connecting the enterprise and IA agendas – across culture, people, technology, and process - to create a more valuable and resilient IA team. Michael serves as the U.S. Solution Lead for Internal Audit and previously served as the U.S. Lead of KPMG’s Intelligent Automation for Internal Audit and ICOFR Team. Michael also serves as the VP, Finance & Develpment.