Join us at the IALS 2026

2026 INTERNAL LEADERSHIP AUDIT SUMMIT

THEME: Driving Strategic Resilience in a World of Disruption

Organisations today are facing a complex mix of economic volatility, regulatory pressure, digital disruption, cyber threats, ESG expectations, and constantly changing stakeholder demands. In this kind of environment, Internal Audit can no longer remain in the corner as a traditional compliance function. It must step forward as a strategic resilience partner that helps the organisation see ahead, respond better, and stay strong. 

This summit is designed to explore how Internal Audit can move from being seen mainly as an assurance provider to becoming a strategic enabler of resilience, good governance, agility, and sustainable success. It will examine how Internal Audit can deliver forward-looking risk intelligence, provide governance insight, embrace digital tools, support better decision making, and add value in a fast-changing world.

Participants will leave with practical tools, relevant methodologies, and renewed clarity about their role in helping to shape organisations that are stronger, smarter, and future-ready.

Summit Objectives

  • Equip internal auditors with knowledge to address AI, cybersecurity, and digital risks.
  • Clarify the role of audit and compliance in upholding ethical standards and ESG
    obligations.
  • Highlight the importance of communication and soft skills in audit leadership.
  • Foster a culture of innovation without compromising integrity or compliance.
  • Encourage peer learning among audit and compliance professionals.

Agenda & Session Highlights

DAY 1: Strategic Audit & Organisational Resilience

DAY 2: Digital Audit, AI & Emerging Risks

DAY 3: ESG, People & The Future of Internal Audit