Welcome to the IIA Florida West Coast Chapter!

The chapter is made up of nearly 600 IIA members who live and work in Citrus, Hillsborough, Pinellas, Pasco, Hernando, Manatee, Sarasota and Polk counties in west-central Florida, commonly referred to as the “Tampa Bay” region.

Chapter Officers

Monica Kessel (CIA, CRMA)

Chapter President

Olivia DiCapua

Chapter Secretary

Meagan Long (CIA)

Chapter Membership Chair, Chapter Certification Chair

Jonatan Pizarro

Chapter Program Chair

Susan L. Glickman (CIA)

Chapter Academic Relations Chair

Florida West Coast

Chapter News and Events

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Welcome to the IIA Florida West Coast Chapter

General Information
The chapter is made up of more than 600 IIA members who live and work in Hillsborough, Pinellas, Pasco, Hernando, Manatee, Sarasota and Polk counties in west-central Florida, commonly referred to as the “Tampa Bay” region.

Some key milestone in the history of the Florida West Coast Chapter:

1966 – Chapter established, 14 members
1970 – Certification program approved
1971 – First Audit Scope published
1973 – 14 CIAs in Florida West Coast Chapter (Grandfathered, no exam)
1974 – First CIA exam, 793 candidates in 41 locations
1980 – Chapter has approximately 120 members
1984 – Established member recognition awards for 10 Year Anniversary
1985 – First full-day seminar is offered
1991 – Audit Scope wins 2nd place worldwide for Outstanding Newsletter
1995 – Chapter has over 250 members
2001 – Last printed Audit Scope newsletter
2002 – TampaBayIIA.org is established for its website
2003 – May is proclaimed “Internal Audit Awareness Month”
2005 – Seminar package pricing is introduced
2010 – Chapter membership exceeds 600
2015 – Chapter celebrates its 50th Anniversary
2019 – Chapter has over 600 members and is “Ruby” for the 5th year

Building Awareness Champions

We are pleased to be a 2023 Building Awareness Champion!

During Internal Audit Awareness Month in May, we shared our passion for internal auditing, promoting the profession through a variety of events and campaigns designed to inform and engage, raise awareness, and help stakeholders understand the value of internal audit in their organizations.

Dear Esteemed Members,

It brings me immense joy and pride to extend a warm welcome to each one of you to this professional community of the Institute of Internal Auditors Florida West Coast Chapter. As your Chapter President, I am thrilled to be on this journey with all of you, fueled by our shared passion for the Internal Audit profession.

Our chapter is more than just a network; it's a family—a collective of dedicated Internal Audit professionals striving to make a difference in our industry and beyond. Together, we represent a diverse tapestry of backgrounds, experiences, and expertise, each adding a unique thread to the fabric of our community.

Over the coming months, I am committed to fostering an environment where collaboration thrives, where ideas are nurtured, and where each member feels valued and supported in their professional endeavors. Whether you're a seasoned veteran or a fresh face in the field, your contribution is invaluable, and I encourage you to actively engage with the chapter’s in-person and virtual events.

Each summer, during our Summer Planning Engagement Meeting, I invite you to share your ideas and aspirations for our chapter. Your input will shape the direction we take, the initiatives we pursue, and the programming we plan to ensure that we remain relevant and impactful in an ever-evolving landscape.

I am truly honored to serve as your Chapter President, and I look forward to getting to know you better as we work towards our shared goals. Together, there's no limit to what we can achieve for the chapter and our profession!

Best,

Monica Moyer-Kessel, MBA, CIA, CRMA
Chapter President
The Institute of Internal Auditors Florida West Coast Chapter (Chapter 089)

Congratulations are once again in order for our chapter, as we achieved Ruby status for 2021! Ruby is a prestigious status awarded by the IIA to chapters that demonstrate the achievement of goals aligned with the IIA North American Strategic Plan. This achievement would not be possible without the strong leadership and hard work of our Officers, Board of Governors, and volunteers.