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What forward-thinking Internal Audit Leaders have to say:
For the past 10 years, Tom O'Reilly has been a driving force in the Internal Audit community, hosting invaluable roundtables for Internal Audit leaders. His ideas for Internal Audit and his unique ability to forge relevant connections among peers have shaped the way many Internal Audit departments operate. Whether staff, senior, manager, or leader, the Internal Audit Collective will be an essential resource to many to improve their craft and their career.
There's no playbook for leading the operations of a 200+ person internal audit department. Networking with other leaders in Tom's Professional Practices group has been instrumental in understanding how my peers approach risk assessments, audit methodology, reporting, the tech stack, and how they juggle the other 5–10 activities our teams typically handle. The Internal Audit Collective will be a great resource for others with similar goals and interests.
Staying ahead of the curve is essential in SOX compliance. For as long as I have known Tom he has been a leader in this regard. His deep industry connections provide a real-time pulse on emerging trends and innovative best practices, offering fresh perspectives and insights for my SOX program. The Internal Audit Collective will be an extremely valuable resource for any SOX Program leader who is looking to enhance their SOX program, stay at the forefront of industry developments, and to get the same perspectives I get speaking from him.
Successful leaders distinguish themselves not only through technical expertise and executive presence but also through their ability to obtain, evaluate, and implement emerging best practices. Having worked with (and for) Tom, I've seen firsthand how Internal Audit teams benefit from the leading perspectives he cultivates through his extensive network and commitment to pushing the industry forward. By joining the Internal Audit Collective, Audit and SOX professionals gain access to a valuable network of peers and mentors of all levels, enabling them to understand the latest trends, challenges, and practices being used by others.
The fastest way Internal Auditors can see success is
NOT by spending countless hours doing deep research
NOT by networking at a CPE event
NOT by hiring a consultant
NOT by trial and error
Its by having access to external perspectives and their peers.
Learning from those who actually do the job, and those who sit in the seat.
To understand what worked for them, and perhaps more importantly, what didn’t.
This is why the Internal Audit Collective was created. To help professionals improve their teams, their craft, and their careers.
The Internal Audit Collective community is specifically designed to help you get better at your job and progress in your career.
Vetted community of practitioners who understand they have to “give to get”.
All members will have relevant roles and experience to participate, and have agreed that being part of the Collective means engaging and sharing, as much as asking and receiving.
A “managed” community to help ensure questions don’t go unanswered.
A community manager exists to help make connections, provide perspectives, and to help solve problems.
A community governed by values a Conduct Policy.
To provide a safe space to collaborate, ideate, learn, all members participate knowing their conversations will not be shared publicly and to engage by the golden rule. A “no jerks” policy is strictly enforced.
What you get
Access to a private, managed, Slack community.
Real-time immediate opportunities to converse with your peers.
Bi-weekly “AMA”s with Tom.
Specialized channels on SOX and Internal Audit topics and trends.
Ability to organize and participate in impromptu huddles for group discussions.
Rationalizing Controls
Data Analytics
Professional Practices
External Auditors
Gen AI
Becoming a CAE
2nd and 3rd line Roles
GRC Technology
“How-to” Audit topics
Audit Reporting
Rationalizing Controls
Data Analytics
Professional Practices
External Auditors
Gen AI
Becoming a CAE
2nd and 3rd line Roles
GRC Technology
“How-to” Audit topics
Audit Reporting
What more Leaders have to say:
For the past four years, I've met with countless Internal Audit teams answering questions about technology. Whenever these questions transition to anything else Internal Audit related, my answer to them all—from teams of 1 to 100—is the same: "Let me introduce you to Tom." I haven't met anybody who is as passionate as Tom about helping Internal Auditors elevate their approach, or as knowledgeable and insightful in developing strategies and tactics to do so. Anyone who joins the Internal Audit Collective should be excited because you'll have untapped access to leading practices and associate yourself with some of the most forward-thinking Internal Audit professionals in the world.
Knowing that Tom’s innovative and strategic views on our profession are based both on his experiences as a CAE and through his vast network of connections - which include some of our industry’s most influential thought leaders - is what gives me confidence in Tom’s opinions and perspectives on Internal Auditing. His carefully curated network enables him to have a readied “pulse of the profession” at any given time. I’m confident he’ll bring all this knowledge and more to the Internal Audit Collective and all who participate.
I would recommend CAEs and other Internal Audit leaders to join the Internal Audit Collective to gain the benefits of knowledge transfer from peers in Internal Audit. I have been a part of Tom’s community in the past, and as a Chief Audit Executive, his group has provided me with easy access to understanding key trends and activities in Internal Audit, without me having to invest significant time networking by myself.
Internal Audit is on the cusp of a transformative era, embracing a larger role and driving greater impact within organizations. This evolution demands fresh strategies, innovative tactics, and a spirit of collaborative growth. Working with Tom and his Professional Practices networking group has provided invaluable opportunities to learn from peers, understand their successes, and consider how to incorporate these new ideas to innovate within our own team. I see the Internal Audit Collective as a platform for many to learn faster and collectively advance the practice of Internal Auditing.
Why Join the Internal Audit Collective Community?
Affordable Expertise
Community Access
Exclusive Insights
You want to network with other SOX and Internal Audit leaders to understand their 2025 focus areas.
You are looking to speak with other like-minded professionals who may have audited similar risk topics.
You want recommendations and independent feedback from your peers on which GRC technology, recruiting agency, or vendor may work best for you.
You are looking to establish yourself as a leader in our industry by actively engaging and providing feedback to help others succeed.
You want to invest in your career as an Internal Auditor and SOX practitioner.
BONUS: You want to be a founding member of an organization that is going to revolutionize the way Internal Auditors and SOX teams work and win.
Thoughts from Modern Internal Audit Leaders
Tom has established a strong reputation in New England for building a community of like-minded peers to improve their approach to Internal Audit. Those that join the Internal Audit Collective will benefit in the same way I have as part of Tom’s community for the past 10 years - having a perspective of what my peers are doing, where they may be struggling, and how they are succeeding. Hope to meet you soon.
Knowing Tom for as long as I have, his super powers are his network of successful and ambitious internal auditors, and his ability to have them share their best practices and lessons learned for others to benefit from. I see the Internal Audit Collective as a driver of my team’s continued success adding value in our organization.
The true magic of Tom's network extends beyond providing access to best practices, tools, and templates; it lies in the meaningful connections he facilitates. Tom has earned a stellar reputation for building a community of Internal Audit leaders who recognize the immense value of professional networking and the power of sharing insights for collective growth. By joining the Internal Audit Collective, you become an integral part of a movement dedicated to advancing our profession, with the reassurance that you’re not alone on your journey to becoming a successful Internal Audit leader.
I've known Tom for years, and I can confidently say that he is uniquely suited to lead a community dedicated to Internal Auditors and leaders. For over a decade, he has been the driving force behind networking and learning events that consistently bring together the top professionals in our industry. One of Tom's greatest strengths is his ability to not only connect people but to connect you with the right individuals and audit shops that align with your needs. With the launch of the Internal Audit Collective, Tom is poised to expand his reach, empowering even more auditors and their teams to excel.
Pricing
Monthly*
Access to a private, managed Slack community
Bi-weekly AMAs
Actional advice from SOX and Audit peers
Annually
Access to a private, managed Slack community
Bi-weekly AMAs
Actionable advice from SOX and Audit peers
*Not available at this time
** From October 25, 2024 through January 14, 2025, the Internal Audit Collective is seeking 50 “Founding Members” to help shape the community and provide real-time feedback on initial uses.
Founding members will obtain access starting in Jan 2025, which will run through December 31, 2025.
Pricing for Founding Members will never change, for as long as they are a member of the Internal Audit Collective.
Community Thoughts and Insights
Having worked alongside Tom for the past five years, I can attest to his position as one of the most influential leaders in Internal Audit. His passion for seeking out and sharing best practices from leading Internal Audit and SOX teams, coupled with his ability to distill complex strategies into actionable insights, is truly remarkable. Tom's superpower lies in his ability to attract and organize a network of the industry's top professionals, fostering an environment of collaboration and innovation. I've witnessed countless 'ah-ha' moments from attendees at his events, and I'm confident that all who join the Internal Audit Collective will have a similarly transformative experience.
If you are struggling to understand how to execute on a specific Internal Audit strategy or want to have a perspective on who’s doing it well, Tom is a great resource to help. He is very well connected and able to identify credible leaders to share their actionable insights. Tom has a good pulse on where the Internal Audit industry is going, and as a former CAE, he has rolled up his sleeves and is able to help leaders learn how to turn the ideas into actions." Being part of the Internal Audit Collective will provide auditors and leaders a real-time view into the questions, concerns, and successes of our peers, which should embolden you to achieve similar successes.
There's tremendous power in having a well-established network in Internal Audit. Internal Audit teams often tackle diverse challenges and scrutinize various areas. Being able to tap into a network of peers to learn from their successes in areas I'm focusing on has been instrumental to my effectiveness as a Chief Audit Executive. Having known Tom for years and been part of his network, I'm confident that anyone joining the Internal Audit Collective will reap the same benefits I've enjoyed by leveraging my own Internal Audit network.
Who’s Behind This?
The reason why so many Big4 candidates are sought after for SOX and Internal Audit roles, of all levels, is because of their wealth of different experiences they’ve obtained throughout their Big4 careers.
These experiences are important because they provide perspectives.
Perspectives on how to handle new situations as they arise.
Perspectives on how to handle problems as they inevitably occur.
Perspectives on how other SOX and Internal Audit teams succeed.
If you don’t have Big4 experience, that doesnt’ mean you cannot be a successful SOX or Internal Audit.
But it does mean having a network of your peers - other forward-thinking, modern, and contemporary Internal Audit and SOX Practitioners - to be able to ask questions, share perspectives, vet assumptions, and even to offer a shoulder to cry on, when these situations inevitably occur.
So if you are an ambitious or career driven SOX practitioner or Internal Auditor, I challenge you to be intentional on finding opportunities to obtain external perspectives and put them to work for your team in 2025.
If you are open to accepting this challenge,
the Internal Audit Collective is here to help.