Welcome to the IIA Chicago Chapter!

Welcome to the IIA Chicago Chapter

Established in 1941, The Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) is an international professional association with global headquarters in Lake Mary, Florida, USA. The IIA is the internal audit profession's global voice, recognized authority, acknowledged leader, chief advocate, and principal educator. Generally, members work in internal auditing, risk management, governance, internal control, information technology audit, education, and security.

Build Awareness Champions

We are pleased to be a 2024 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.

Illinois Proclamation Internal Audit Awareness Month 2024

I am honored for the opportunity to take over leadership of the storied IIA Chicago Chapter as President for the 2024-2025 fiscal year. As I reflect on my journey to this role, I think back on the many opportunities my membership in the chapter has provided at each step. Learning and development opportunities that have helped me advance in my career. Networking opportunities that have led to countless friendships, job opportunities, and an ever-growing network of peers to drawn upon for help. Finally, opportunities for fun that I could have never imagined when I was first “volun-told” to serve the Chapter 13 years ago.

As we move forward into our new fiscal year, I want to reflect on the phenomenal accomplishments of the past year. Firstly, think you to Puja Shah for your strategic and thoughtful leadership this past year. The dedication of all our chapter volunteers, including our Board of Governors and Officers, continues to drive substantial value for our members. The strength of our past leadership and their diligent financial stewardship has allowed us to remain a highly effective chapter. Just a few highlights from this past year:

• Hosted the District Workshop (July 2023) – To collaborate with other chapters in our district sharing ideas to add value in service to our members
• Annual Golf Classic at Cog Hill (August 2023) – a nearly sold-out networking event with perfect weather on one of the best golf courses in the area
• 10th Annual Hacking Conference (October 2023) – continuing to provide deeply needed information technology learning
• 63rd Annual Seminar (March 2024) – another year of increased attendance, with 6% attendee growth, as we continue to navigate large events post-pandemic
• Continued support to our IAEP Partner school DePaul University
• Continued top-level support the IIA Foundation for advancing research and knowledge in the profession
• In all more than 25 events dedicated to serving our members through learning and networking, and fun

I am proud of all the IIA Chicago Chapter continues to achieve and I firmly commit to ensuring we continue to provide these great opportunities to all our members. I challenge each of you to accept a new opportunity this year, whether through volunteering or attending any of our full calendar of events. Let’s have another great year!

Best Regards,

Eric Simaga, IIA Chicago Chapter President

IIA Chicago Chapter: 80 years strong!

IIA Chicago 2024 Annual Golf Classic photos

December 2024

IIA Chicago NextGen Committee

^{Care Kit packages donated to Ronald McDonald House Charities for families this winter. Volunteers packed about 200 packages for RMHC.}

March 2025

IIA Chicago Chapter 64th Annual Seminar

Early Registration Pricing Extended March 14, 2025!

Date: March 31, 2025

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April 2025

CAE Roundtable: IIA Cybersecurity Topical Requirement and Risk Assessment in Disruptive Times

Date: April 24, 2025

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Audit 201: Auditor In-Charge Bootcamp with Danny Goldberg

Date: April 30, 2025

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Innovator Newsletter

IIA Chicago Chapter Innovator newsletters are sent to all membership via email. The Innovator consists of a message from the president, information on training and events, information on certifications, featured articles, and other highlights. The Innovator provides connection with our membership as a tool and resource to our membership.  Our chapter advocates, promotes the profession, and is here to help our members in their auditing journey.

IIA Chicago Innovator Summer/Fall

2022 Issue

The Chapter is offering a revised sponsor and exhibitor program for the calendar year of 2025. We have updated sponsorship levels, reduced sponsorship fees and streamlined sponsorship for ALL 2025 chapter events into one package. We are asking you to join us in redefining how you interact with our chapter members and we are confident that you will see increased return on your investment in our partnership.

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Sponsorship Information

William C. Anderson - Member of the Year The IIA Chicago Chapter's most prestigious award, recognizing the individual who has made the most outstanding volunteer contribution to the Chapter during the current year. Candidates who have consistently demonstrated exceptional work for our Chapter will be considered.

Special Recognition Given to the member(s) who have either made a significant volunteer contribution during the current year, or who have provided significant and consistent service to the IIA and Chicago Chapter over a number of years.

Auditor of the Year A unique award, not related to volunteering with IIA Chicago Chapter, but rather focusing on the day-to-day performance as an internal audit professional. This award celebrates the value that the individual and our profession has recently brought to their organization. It is awarded to an internal auditor who directly and significantly contributed to their organization via examples such as fraud discoveries, control improvements, new risk assessment methodologies, revenue leakage findings, expense savings, continuous monitoring processes, or compliance and regulation controls.

New Member of the Year Awarded for the outstanding contributions made by a new member of the IIA, new IIA Chicago Chapter BOG member, Officer, or other Chapter volunteer during the current year.

Outstanding Committee Chairperson of the Year

There are a large number of volunteers working in our chapter within a structured format that includes Chairpersons overseeing committees and numerous members. These are invaluable individuals within our chapter and this award recognizes the highest performing Chairperson during the current year.

Educator of the Year

Awarded to a Chicagoland educator who has made a significant contribution to the internal audit profession either in the classroom or during research.

Innovator of the Year Recognizes the member who has demonstrated value to their organizations and the internal audit profession through creative and innovative application of technology, processes, products, activities, and programs.

Similar to the goals and objectives set by the organizations we work for and that we set for ourselves, The Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) and its Chapters set goals and objectives that guide their efforts to achieve desired results. Chapters communicate the status of their efforts to The IIA through the CAP. The CAP recognizes the activities Chapters perform to promote The IIA's strategies and objectives and Chapters' local objectives. It also sets minimum standards of performance for Chapters, and is a means for the IIA and Chapters to evaluate the achievement of established objectives. The CAP measures the ability of Chapter Leadership to meet its responsibilities in three categories: chapter health, professionalism and, most importantly, service to members. Points are earned for the activities Chapter Leadership and Chapter Members complete in these categories.

Chapters that attain the required point totals in each category and overall, are recognized as Bronze, Silver, or Gold Chapters.

Chapters that reach the Gold level in 10 of the last 11 years are recognized as Platinum Chapters.

Chapters that reach the Platinum level for 10 years are recognized as Ruby Chapters, for 15 years as Sapphire Chapters, and for 25 years as Diamond Chapters.

The Chicago Chapter is currently recognized as a Sapphire Chapter.

General questions regarding The IIA Chicago Chapter and sponsored events can be emailed to the Chapter Registrar at registrar@iiachicago.com or call 773-319-4149.

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