Welcome to the IIA San Jose Chapter!

The San Jose Chapter of the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) serves San Jose Silicon Valley area. The Chapter has over 700 members.

Chapter News and Events

Beyond the Hype: What's Working - and What Isn't - AI for Internal Audit

Date: September 23, 2026
Time: 5-8:30PM
CPEs: 1.5 hours
Member fee: Free
Non-Member fee: $50

Join leaders from SoFi, Meta, and Astera Labs as they break down real use cases, modernization challenges, and the skills auditors need for the future.

Speaker(s)

Nancy Yuen — Sr Director of SOX, SoFi
Adnan Rahim — Director Internal Audit (Corporate Functions) and SOX Compliance
Jack Lazar — Board Member, Astera Labs Moderator
Ahmed Tantawy, CPA, CIA, CGMA, CRMA — Partner, Risk Advisory Services, Grant Thornton (US)

Data Governance for AI

Date: August 26, 2026
Time: 12-1PM PT
CPEs: 1 CPE
Member: Free
Non-Member: $50

This webinar will focus on why data is the key driver for AI models. We will explore why governance over data is vital and discuss the risk from data not adequately controlled and governed. Finally, we will conclude on an auditor's perspective on what 'good looks like' in regards to data governance.

Speaker(s): Pushkar Chaudhari, Internal Audit Lead for Emerging Technology at Meta

It's Internal Audit Awareness Month and we have some incredible recognition to celebrate!

This May, we're proud to honor the vital role internal auditors play in promoting accountability, transparency, and good governance. We are deeply honored to have received the following official recognitions in celebration of Internal Audit Awareness Month:

County of Santa Clara — Proclamation presented by Supervisor Otto Lee during an in-person ceremony.
City of San José, City Council — Proclamation
CA Assembly member Alex T. Lee (AD-24) — Letter of Recognition
CA State Senator Dr. Aisha Wahab (SD-10), Assistant Majority Leader — Letter of Recognition
U.S. Representative Sam Liccardo (CA-16) — Certificate of Congressional Recognition

This level of recognition throughout California of the The Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA), from local government all the way to the State Capitol and Congress, is a testament to the vital impact internal auditors have on our communities every day. A heartfelt thank you to Albert Beltrán Jr, CIA, CISA, CRMA, CC, CRISC, whose tireless outreach and relationship-building made every single one of these recognitions possible. A special thank you to Adnan Rahim for speaking so eloquently about the importance of the internal audit profession during the County of Santa Clara proclamation ceremony! Both of your passions for elevating the internal audit profession are an inspiration to us all. Here's to all the internal auditors out there doing the important work!

Welcome to the IIA San Jose Chapter

This group connects members of the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) San Jose Chapter, auditors, accountants, and other professionals in the San Jose, Silicon Valley area, with an interest in governance, risk, and control, by providing a platform for advocating the profession, networking, industry updates, and continuing professional education (CPE). The IIA San Jose Chapter, established in 1963, with nearly 600 members, strives to provide value to our members through training, best practice/knowledge sharing and carrying out the mission of the global IIA, including advocating and being a principle educator of the internal audit profession.

Chapter Advocacy Supporter

The 2026 IIA Advocacy Key recognizes U.S. chapters that have strengthened the internal audit profession through direct grassroots advocacy. This badge honors the chapter’s critical support of IIA Advocacy in advancing robust and coordinated engagement with key U.S. policymakers.

We strive to provide value to our members through training, best practice/knowledge sharing.

Chapter Officers

Mellanie Ong

Chapter President

Bonnie Tse (CIA)

Chapter Senior Vice President

Mr. Paul Baysa (CIA)

Chapter Secretary

Miss Dorothy Xiao (CIA)

Chapter Membership Chair

Jing Tan (CIA)

Chapter Membership Chair

Jiahui Wang (CIA)

Chapter Membership Chair

Andrew Wheatley (CIA)

Chapter Membership Chair

Dimple Malkan

Chapter Membership Chair

Sunita Parulkar (CIA)

Chapter Membership Chair

Lu Lin

Chapter Certification Chair

Additional Chapter Positions

Welcome to the IIA San Jose Chapter: Elevating Internal Audit in Silicon Valley

The IIA San Jose Chapter is the vibrant hub for internal auditors, accountants, and other professionals in the San Jose and Silicon Valley area, united by an interest in governance, risk, and control. Established in 1963, our nearly 800-member strong community provides a dynamic platform for advocating the profession, fostering invaluable networking, delivering timely industry updates, and offering essential Continuing Professional Education (CPE).

This past year truly showcased the power of our collective passion. We are deeply grateful for our incredible volunteers who dedicated their time to planning inspiring events, mentoring students, and delivering impactful programs. Our speakers generously shared their insights, elevating our programming, and our board members provided tireless leadership. Thanks to the support of our sponsors, we've been able to subsidize in-person events, expand our outreach, and offer meaningful learning experiences, all while inspiring the next generation of internal auditors. We are committed to continuing to provide exceptional value through training and best practice sharing, embodying the mission of the global IIA.

Best Regards,

Mellanie Ong
President, IIA San Jose Chapter