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Life-long internal auditor and award-winning author shares personal views on internal audit, risk, control, and governance.

New Smyrna Beach, Florida USA
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Richard Chambers
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Expectations for CAEs can shift overnight, and with them, perceptions of the value internal audit provides. From my experience, there are almost always warning signs. Check out my latest blog to learn more.
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For more than two decades, I have cautioned chief audit executives (CAEs) to remain vigilant to signals from their stakeholders. Expectations can shift overnight, and with […]
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The recent death of a courageous internal auditor in South Africa is a reminder to all of us of the perils often faced by those front-line guardians of trust!
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In October 2020, I shared the sad news with the global internal audit profession that four public sector internal auditors in Liberia had died mysteriously in […]
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Richard Chambers
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David Hill is one of the true innovators in our profession. Thanks @auditboard.
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In this episode of the Speaking of Risk and Audit podcast, David Hill explains to host @rfchambers why his team adopted the one-page audit report, and how it led to time saved and better reception from stakeholders.
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Richard Chambers
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Many people don’t understand the positive impact of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act, and the recent proposal to dissolve the PCAOB is proof of this widespread misunderstanding. Thank you to @TheHill for letting me share my thoughts on why SOX is worth saving.
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While organizational structures may evolve, preserving the integrity of Sarbanes-Oxley’s core principles isn’t just good for investors — it’s essential for America’s continu…
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The 1st quarter of 2025 yielded significant geopolitical and macroeconomic disruption that transformed the C-suite and boardroom risk outlook. But, what about internal audit plans. Share your experience in my latest poll.
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The early months of 2025 have yielded significant geopolitical and macroeconomic disruption. Emerging global tariff wars and economic uncertainty have transformed the C-suite and boardroom risk...
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Richard Chambers
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For internal auditors, it sometimes takes courage and integrity to do the right thing. In my latest blog, I revisit this timeless topic by noting that being courageous isn't always free, but the rewards are priceless.
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I often find that the most spirited debates on LinkedIn take place on the weekends. Perhaps it’s because there are fewer posts and debate leads to […]
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Richard Chambers
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RT @auditboard: Increased scrutiny on CEOs = an opportunity for risk and audit teams. On our most recent episode of the Speaking of Risk a….
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Richard Chambers
10 months
Eight years ago, I shared insights on what I thought the 1st Trump era would mean for internal auditors. This week, I’m back with advice for internal audit, risk management and compliance teams about getting through the next 4 years.
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Since the recent U.S. presidential elections, there has been a lot of speculation about what the future will look like under a 2nd Trump presidency. Following […]
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Richard Chambers
10 months
Today marks the official launch of my new book: "Connected Risk: Conquering the Perilous Risk Exposure Gap." Check out the @auditboard announcement. Currently a "Top New Release" in Amazon's bookstore, it's available from online book retailers worldwide.
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Chambers explores new ways to navigate uncertainty and turn risks into opportunities
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Richard Chambers
11 months
From my experience, there are common signs it’s time to change the work scenery. Check out my new blog to learn more. #internalaudit #careerplanning #careeradvice.
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Richard Chambers
1 year
Traditional siloed approaches to risk management don't work anymore. In my new blog, I shine the light on language in new @TheIIA standards that should lure us out of our proverbial caves and into more productive risk management relationships.
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During a recent internal audit conference, I found myself surrounded by a group of chief audit executives from financial services organizations who were concerned that I […]
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Richard Chambers
1 year
When a company goes through a quick succession of CAEs, I smell "CAE shopping." Check out my new blog to learn more, including my thoughts on what needs to be done to discourage the practice.
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Those who follow me know that I have long been an outspoken defender of internal auditors and chief audit executives who are victims of retaliation, or […]
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Richard Chambers
1 year
The advent of generative AI tools like ChatGPT have made applying for jobs easier than ever. Unfortunately, it has created a tsunami of applicants that has overwhelmed HR teams. The consequence has been a resurgence of "who you know" as a path to success.
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It was bound to happen. After all, technology that seems too good to be true, often is. Perhaps no technology in our lifetime has offered more […]
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Richard Chambers
1 year
As a federal IG, the focus of my team was audit and fraud detection. Yet, looking back we could have generated more value had we helped our agency more with fraud prevention.
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Richard Chambers
1 year
Last week, a jury in Washington state, USA awarded almost $3 million in damages to a chief audit executive who had been fired for retaliation. Those who retaliate against internal auditors better be prepared to pay!.
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Retaliation against internal auditors is not common, but it does happen. I have witnessed or been privy to countless instances in which internal auditors, who were […]
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Richard Chambers
1 year
Audit committee members often harbor concerns or feelings they are reluctant to share. This video explores six things that might be on audit committee members' minds, but never pass their lips. Check out my new video to learn more.
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Richard Chambers
1 year
"Internal Audit Month" is a great time to promote the profession's value, but we will face some obstacles. Among the obstacles are the enduring myths about internal auditors and what we do. Check out my new blog. #iiamay
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Once again, it’s Internal Audit Month. Organizers at The IIA dropped “awareness” from the title, and it’s about time. How long were we going to focus […]
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