K2 Integrity is serving as a sponsor of the 2025 Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) Annual Audit Conference in New York. Organized around the theme “Audit Vision 2025 and Beyond,” the conference gathers industry leaders, members, and sponsors to discuss the dynamic nature of the internal audit profession and the necessity for continuous adaptation and innovation. Attendees will gain insights into emerging risks, regulatory priorities for 2025, and the impact of digital assets and fintech, and learn from CAEs and industry experts how to address challenges in asset management, financial crimes, and operational resiliency.
K2 Integrity expert Yelena Talmazan will be speaking at the conference. She will be moderating the panel discussion “The Evolving Role of the Internal Auditor.” The panel will discuss how the role of the internal auditor in transitioning from a traditional auditor to a strategic advisor in response to the evolving nature and scope of audits alongside the emergence of new risks. Internal auditors are well positioned to offer proactive advice, insights, and foresight that expands their role beyond assurance to strategic advisors. The panelists will discuss the internal audit evolution and the accompanying challenges, cover realistic approaches to making that transition, and share advice from internal audit leaders.