Format: Online
This webinar explores why trust is the foundation of effective internal audit work and how it enables auditors to deliver value-added results. Designed for internal audit professionals at all levels, this session provides practical considerations and suggested strategies for building trust with stakeholders – strengthening relationships and maximizing your internal audit function’s impact.
DATE: Feb 05, 2026
TIME: 12:00 PM-1:00 PM ET
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By the end of the presentation, participants will be able to:
- Explain why stakeholder trust is critical to the success and perceived value of Internal Audit.
- List 10 considerations for strengthening trust and credibility with diverse stakeholders.
- Identify practical strategies for implementing the aforementioned considerations for strengthening trust and credibility.
SPEAKERS

Jake Gibson
Jake Gibson is a seasoned audit professional with over 10 years in the profession. Jake currently serves as the Vice President of Internal Audit at APCO Holdings, where he recently started the internal audit function. Previously, he held escalating audit roles at various insurance carriers. Jake graduated with a B.S. from Western Kentucky University and is a Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), and Certified in Risk Management Assurance (CRMA).