Welcome to the IIA Orange County Chapter!
The Orange County Chapter of the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) serves Orange County, California. The Chapter has over 500 members.
Chapter Officers
Robert Phillips
Chapter President
Mercedes Howard (CIA)
Chapter Secretary
Neel Deshpande (CIA)
Chapter Membership Chair
salik Hussain
Chapter Certification Chair
Giuliano Costa (CIA)
Chapter Program Chair
Raj Sawhney
Chapter Academic Relations Chair
Chapter News and Events
2025 IIA West District Conference: Spring into the Future with CEO Anthony Pugliese and Distinguished Leaders
Hosted by IIA Inland Empire, Los Angeles, Orange County, San Diego, San Fernando Valley, and San Gabriel Valley Chapters
Topics include: Vision 2035, ethics, and fraud
Date: Thursday, March 27, 2025
Time: 8:00am – 5:15pm (PST) | 8 CPEs
Location: The Westin Anaheim Resort, 1030 W. Katella Avenue, Anaheim, CA 92802
Member $150 | Non-Member $200 | Educator and Student $50
**Disclaimer**
Speakers invited to our events are chosen for their expertise and the learning opportunities they provide. Their participation does not imply endorsement or support of any past or present behavior that may be deemed inappropriate. We priotize creating a safe, respectful, and inclusive environment for all attendees.
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Welcome to the IIA Orange County Chapter
Established in 1941, The Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) is an international professional association with world headquarters in Altamonte Springs, Florida. The IIA has more than 108,000 members in internal auditing, risk management, governance, internal control, IT audit, education, and security. With global representation, The Institute is the recognized authority, principal educator, and acknowledged leader in certification, research, and technological guidance for the profession worldwide.
The Orange County Chapter is The IIA's 82nd affiliate. We offer local training, education, and networking via our meetings and event. Join us for lunch/dinner, or better yet, join us for good. You will definitely benefit from belonging.
Contact Us
14252 Culver Drive #A581, Irvine, CA 92604
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