The Louisville Chapter of the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) serves Louisville Metro area in Kentucky and Southern Indiana. The Chapter has over 270 members.
The IIA Louisville Chapter publishes a monthly newsletter, Derby City Disclosures, from September through May each year.
The Louisville Chapter of The Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) has been serving the Louisville Metro and Southern Indiana area since 1947. The Chapter has approximately 270 current members. Meetings are typically held in Louisville, Kentucky.
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.
Chapter Mission: To serve our members through quality CPE offerings, relationships with local colleges and universities, and networking opportunities.
The Louisville Kentucky Chapter of the Institute of Internal Auditors has approximately 270 members representing a wide range of businesses in Kentucky and Southern Indiana. The Chapter is a not-for-profit organization that was established to provide its members a means by which they may enhance their knowledge of Internal Auditing and share information.
Internal auditing is an independent, objective assurance and consulting activity designed to add value and improve an organization's operations. Internal Auditors interact with personnel from all areas of an organization. We help our organizations accomplish their objectives by bringing a systematic, disciplined approach to evaluate and improve the effectiveness of risk management, control, and governance processes.
The Louisville Chapter is an affiliate of The Institute of Internal Auditors, an international professional organization with over 154,500 members in more than 156 countries.
The Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) publishes Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing. The IIA also offers a Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) designation that is recognized world wide. Internal Auditors awarded the CIA designation have demonstrated through experience and examination a high level of knowledge of Internal Auditing and are required to obtain continuing education and abide by a code of ethics.
The Louisville Chapter of The Institute of Internal Auditors desires to promote the Internal Auditing Profession, to offer professional development opportunities and to provide a source for networking and sharing of information to its members. 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.
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.
The IIA Louisville Chapter provides annual scholarships to three local colleges and universities:
IIA Louisville has a chapter library at Sullivan University.
Dear IIA Louisville Chapter Members,
As we move into April, I want to thank each of you for your continued engagement and support of our chapter. It has been an energizing start to the year, and I am grateful for the momentum we continue to build together through strong participation, meaningful discussions, and a shared commitment to advancing our profession.
It has been a privilege to step into the role of Chapter President, and I appreciate the encouragement and support many of you have shared. I also want to again recognize our past leadership for the foundation they have built. Our chapter's continued success is a direct reflection of their dedication and service.
Our March event, "2026 Top Risks and Opportunities – An Internal Audit Perspective," provided valuable insight into the evolving risk landscape and sparked thoughtful dialogue around how internal audit can proactively respond. Thank you to everyone who joined us and contributed to another highly engaging session.
Looking ahead, I'm excited to share details about our upcoming April program, "Navigating the IIA's Third-Party Topical Requirement." As organizations continue to increase their reliance on third parties, effective oversight of third-party risk has become a critical priority for internal audit leaders. This session will explore what the IIA's Third-Party Topical Requirement means for audit strategy, planning, and execution, including key governance, risk management, and control expectations. Attendees will gain practical insights to help prepare for mandatory conformance ahead of the 2026 effective date.
We are especially proud to have this session led by two of our own, Joseph Gause and Lesley Clark, who have both played important leadership roles within our chapter. Their experience and continued involvement are a testament to the strength of our professional community, and we look forward to the perspectives they will share.
As always, I encourage you to attend, engage, and bring your questions. These opportunities to learn from one another and from experienced leaders are what continue to elevate our chapter and the value we bring to our organizations.
I also want to continue to highlight our upcoming social event and seminar in May at Churchill Downs. We are incredibly excited about this event and the opportunity it presents to combine professional development with networking in a truly unique setting. We understand how busy schedules can be, so our goal is to share registration details with you early to allow for ample planning. Stay tuned, more information will be coming soon.
Thank you again for your continued support of the IIA Louisville Chapter. I look forward to seeing many of you at our April meeting and at our upcoming events as we continue to grow and strengthen our professional community together. And as always, please don't hesitate to contact me to discuss ways in which you can be more involved in the Chapter.
Warm regards,
K. Robert Stutsman
President
IIA Louisville Chapter
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