The Institute of Internal Auditors Presents: All Things Internal Audit

In this companion episode to Internal Auditor magazine's "Most Likely to Innovate" article, Adrian Romero talks with Emerging Leaders Ashley Morrone and Nisha Nair about building careers shaped by innovation, curiosity, and continuous improvement. They discuss the importance of mentorship and psychological safety, practical uses of AI in audit work, and why innovation does not always require a major transformation. The conversation also explores starting small with new technology, speaking up at any career level, and turning good ideas into meaningful change.
  • HOST:
    • Principal and Practice Leader, Kaufman Rossin
      2019 Emerging Leader

  • GUESTS:
    • Financial Services Internal Audit Manager, Crowe
      2024 Emerging Leader  
       
    •  Nisha Nair, CIA, FCCA, ACMA, CGMA, CFE
      Internal Audit Specialist, United Arab Emirates' Federal Authority for Nuclear Regulation
      2024 Emerging Leader 

KEY POINTS:

  • Introduction and Career Paths in Internal Audit [00:00–03:54]
  • Opportunities, Mentorship, and Psychological Safety [03:55–07:58]
  • What Innovation Really Means in Internal Audit [07:59–10:27]
  • Using AI to Reduce Repetitive Audit Work [10:28–13:42]
  • AI Implementation and Shifting to Higher-Value Work [13:43–15:07]
  • Continuous Improvement and the "What's the Wow?" Mindset [15:08–17:19]
  • Starting Small With AI and Scaling Responsibly [17:20–19:42]
  • Building vs. Buying AI Solutions [19:43–21:06]
  • Why Early-Career Auditors Should Speak Up [21:07–24:16]
  • Creating a Culture Where Ideas Are Heard [24:17–26:00]
  • Advice for Building a Career That Creates Change [26:01–29:12]
  • Final Thoughts [29:13–30:20]


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