5th Global Digital Audit Transformation & Fraud Analytics Forum & Awards 2025

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15th - 17th September 2025 | 9AM - 5PM (GMT+4)

Le Meridien Dubai Hotel

Tony Sales

Tony Sales

Chief Innovation Officer, We Fight Fraud

Matthew Griffin

Matthew Griffin

Founder and CEO, 311 Institute

Dr. Tim Nedyalkov

Dr. Tim Nedyalkov

CEO at Secure Nexus Corp, Cybersecurity and AI Expert

David Helberg

DAVID HELBERG

Chief Internal Audit Services & Corporate Ethics Internal Audit, Cameco
Adnan Rahim

ADNAN RAHIM

Director/Head of Internal Audit, Corporate Functions, Meta
mike varney

MIKE VARNEY

Partner Risk Management and Internal Audit, Crowe
Sandro Boeri

Sandro Boeri

Founder, Risk Audit, Visionary in Behavioural Risk, Culture & Governance Transformation
Beniot Harel

Benoit Harel

Managing Director at The IIA, IFACI Certification
Ursula Schmidt

Dr. Ursula Schmidt

Board Member, IIA Luxembourg
Abdullah Alrowais

Abdullah Alrowais

Member of Audit Committee, Royal Commission of AlUla
Karem Obeid

Karem Obeid

Head of Internal Audit, Higher Colleges of Technology
Mike Fucilli

Michael J. Fucilli

Seasoned Internal Audit Professional and Expert
Sheikha AlSafi

Sheikha AlSafi

President of ACFE Kuwait Chapter
Hossam El Shaffei

Hossam El-Shaffei

Founder and CEO Oversight Consulting and Training, Jordan
Salih Ahmed Islam

Salih Ahmed Islam

Head of Internal Audit Department, Flormar
Ali Mohsin H. Al Hosani

Ali Mohsin H. Al Hosani

Director of Internal Audit, Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development
Abbas Al Lawati

Abbas Al Lawati “That Omani Auditor”

Chief Internal Auditor, Shell Oman Marketing Company
Imran Zia

Imran Zia

Director of Internal Audit, Abu Dhabi Ports Group
Hatem El-Safty

Hatem El-Safty

EY Risk Consulting Partner & Qatar Group Chair of Institute of Risk Management
George Samuel

George Samuel

Senior Vice President and Head of Audit, RAKBANK
Tom McLeod

Master Trainer

Tom McLeod

“One of the deepest thinkers in Audit profession”

Tom McLeod is highly sought after CRO and CAE globally. Tom brings over three decades of leadership in governance, risk, and compliance, having held top executive roles at Rio Tinto, BHP, and the Australian Broadcasting Corporation. His expertise spans crisis management, cyber resilience, fraud prevention, and insurance strategy, offering governance professionals practical insights into navigating complex risks. With a track record of redefining risk quantification and board-level reporting, Tom is a sought-after speaker on building organizational resilience in volatile environments.

As both a practitioner and thought leader, Tom seamlessly connects theory with real-world application, advising boards and executive teams on strategic compliance and risk management. His forward-thinking approach to integrated assurance and AI-driven risk strategies has transformed global best practices, making him an inspiring presenter who equips audiences with innovative perspectives to shape the future of GRC.

In Collaboration With

Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE)

The Al Nazaha Association was established in UAE through the Ministerial, aiming to promote corporate integrity, combat fraud, and foster the professional growth of its members. To achieve these goals, the association is involved in continuous R&D, publications, and organizing training programs in accordance with local and international standards. They also seek strategic partnerships to facilitate collaboration and knowledge sharing to increase awareness within the local community. The association abides the Federal Law #2 of 2008, that governs “Public associations, institutions of public benefit, and social solidarity funds”.

Institute of Risk Management (IRM)

IRM (Institute of Risk Management) is a global organization specializing in education and training for risk professionals. It empowers individuals to make well-informed risk decisions and prepares them for present challenges and future opportunities. IRM offers internationally recognized online professional qualifications that support career development in risk management. Employers worldwide actively seek IRM-qualified professionals to enhance their risk management strategies.

Gold Sponsor

Diligent UK

Diligent is the AI leader in governance, risk and compliance (GRC) SaaS solutions, helping more than 1 million users and 700,000 board members to clarify risk and elevate governance. The Diligent One Platform gives practitioners, the C-Suite and the board a consolidated view of their entire GRC practice so they can more effectively manage risk, build greater resilience and make better decisions, faster.

Global Digital Audit & Fraud Analytics Awards 2025

Organization Categories

  • Internal Audit Gold Standard

Presented to an outstanding internal audit team for excellence in auditing, best practices, and significant contributions to governance and risk management.

  • Most Innovative Risk Management Framework

Honors an organization for pioneering a risk management framework that enhances risk identification, assessment, and mitigation.

  • Best Integrity & Ethics Program Award

Recognizes an organization for establishing a comprehensive integrity and ethics program, fostering ethical behavior, compliance, and a culture of integrity.

  • Best Anti-Fraud / AML Framework

Recognizes an organization for implementing a strong anti-fraud and AML framework, demonstrating excellence in detection, prevention, and regulatory compliance.

Individual Categories

  • Internal Auditor of the Year

Honors an internal auditor for excellence, dedication, and impact in audit integrity.

  • Fraud Detection Champion

Honors an individual for outstanding dedication and innovation in fraud detection and prevention, safeguarding assets and upholding integrity.

Honorable Panel of Judges

Beniot Harel

Benoit Harel

Managing Director at The IIA, IFACI Certification
Hossam El Shaffei

Hossam El-Shaffei

Founder and CEO Oversight Consulting and Training, Jordan
Mike Fucilli

Michael J. Fucilli

Seasoned Internal Audit Professional and Expert
ACFE-Duabi

Naeima Al Menhali

Founder & Chairperson, Alnazaha Association

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hours of live & interactive sharing sessions, real-world case studies, best practices, trends & tech, insights & frameworks.

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hours of a practical workshop by a highly sought after CRO and CAE globally.

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attendees with various market exposure, from diverse industries.

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speakers of highly sought-after experience, diverse expertise and specializations in various functions of audit and fraud analytics.

Event Description

The rapidly changing risk landscape necessitates that internal audit teams create or source new capabilities in crucial areas - Cybersecurity, AI, Data Protection and Sustainability. Along with the implementation of the new Global Internal Audit Standards for quality assessments, many organizations are struggling to figure out where to start. These new standards, together with domestic compliance requirements, are changing the picture for risk functions. This implies that Internal Audit functions will need to do a self-assessment to determine their preparation for the changes. Failure to do so may result in non-compliance, lack of certainty, and disruptions while you attempt to catch up.

Corporate World Intelligence (CWI) is thrilled to bring forth our 5th Edition of the “Global Digital Audit Transformation & Fraud Analytics Forum” which brings together industry leaders, experts, and practitioners to explore the latest trends, share insights, and discuss strategies to enhance Internal Audit practices in organizations.

Who Should Attend This Event?

  • Chief Audit Executives
  • Group Chief Internal Auditors
  • Audit Committee Chair & Members
  • Director/Heads of AML
  • Director/Heads of Fraud
  • Head of Audit Cybersecurity & IT
  • Director/Head of Audit, Risk & Compliance
  • Chief Risk Officers
  • Director/Head of Financial Crime Compliance
  • Audit Forensic Specialist
  • Head of Governance & Ethics
  • Chief Accountants
  • Audit/Finance Managers

Why You Should Not Miss This Event?

  1. Specialized Knowledge and Skills
  • Fraud Detection Techniques: Learn cutting-edge techniques and tools for detecting and preventing fraud.
  • Forensic Auditing: Gain insights into forensic auditing practices and methodologies.
  1. Expert Insights and Thought Leadership
  • Industry Leaders: Hear from leading experts and thought leaders in the fields of audit and fraud prevention.
  • Case Studies: Analyze real-world case studies to understand how fraud occurs and how it can be detected and mitigated.
  1. Professional Development and Certification
  • CPE Credits: Earn continuing professional education (CPE) credits to maintain your professional certification.
  • Advanced Training: Participate in advanced training sessions that enhance your skills 
  1. Networking Opportunities
  • Peer Interaction: Connect with peers who share similar challenges and experiences in audit and fraud detection.
  • Industry Contacts: Build a network of contacts across various industries and sectors.
  1. Practical Applications
  • Tools and Resources: Gain access to practical tools and resources that you can apply in your daily work.
  • Workshops and Simulations: Participate in hands-on workshops and simulations that provide real-world applications of fraud detection techniques.
  1. Organizational Benefits
  • Risk Mitigation: Learn strategies to effectively identify and mitigate risks within your organization.
  • Enhanced Compliance: Improve your organization’s compliance with regulatory standards and internal policies.
  1. Future-Proofing Your Career
  • Stay Competitive: Stay ahead of the competition by being up-to-date with the latest developments in fraud and audit.
  • Career Advancement: Enhance your qualifications and expertise, making you a more valuable asset to your organization and more attractive to potential employers.

Benefits

Implementing Cutting-Edge Technologies

Gain valuable insights into the latest innovative audit technologies and fraud analytics tools shaping the audit profession.

Strengthening Fraud Detection and Prevention

Highlighting innovative approaches and techniques using advanced analytics and digital forensic methods.

Refining Risk Assessment

Addressing the role of digital technologies and analytics in enhancing risk management frameworks.

Enabling Continuous Monitoring and Assurance

Discussing the benefits of real-time monitoring, assurance techniques and optimized internal control systems.

Empowering Auditors with Digital Skills

To navigate the digital landscape and effectively utilize fraud analytics tools.

Automated Compliance and Regulatory Reporting

Regulatory requirements are met accurately, timely, and consistently.

Past Feedback

" It was overall a great session. Very insightful for someone like me to understand how CFOs think and work around the globe. "

Zuraini.

Manager, Finance Accounting Management, Malaysia

" Excellent real live demonstration of the relevant functions finance professional would be using with paid version of ChatGPT to ease our lives of mundane task and work on more value adding projects "

Siew.

Senior Executive, Malaysia

" It was great to work with CWI. Their attention to detail was impeccable. The Business Continuity & Crisis Management workshop was fluid and went very smoothly! CWI presented and managed the participants with great patience and have delivered fully on their commitments to me. "

Ta.

Group CFO, Dubai

" The speakers are sharing their top experiences to the audiences and I feel that this event is playing a critical and crucial role in terms of developing the finance and audit industry and taking it to the next level. "

Dr. Chetan.

Trade Advisor, India

" We've just been blown away and we actually loved it hearing from the speakers and listen to the life and actual real experiences that the CFOs have had to offer. "

Naomi.

CFO, Fiji

" I've felt that everything was organized, from the stage, the presentation, and the coordination. "

Pierre.

Senior Audit Specialist, Philippines

" My first impression of this event is wow! It's great because you have brought together some of the smartest people into this event and not just from Malaysia but also from all over the region. "

Jessica.

CFO, Malaysia

" Attending the course has assisted deeply in my understanding of what would be expected of me, as well as the fulfillment of my role & upcoming role. "

Andrew.

Senior Managing Director, Kuala Lumpur

" This course was mind-blowing. It gave me insight regarding the whole concept of investment in culture, and how human beings are the force. It was an amazing Masterclass. "

Zaka.

Chief Risk Officer, Saudi Arabia