We celebrate the remarkable journeys and insights of women in the Internal Audit industry. From around the globe, sharing their knowledge, experiences, and unique perspectives, we amplify their voices, empowering them to make their mark on the profession, and driving innovation in the industry. Your host is Tracie Marquardt, a renowned audit communication expert and former co-host of 'The Audit Room.' Tune in to discover how these inspiring women are shaping the future of audit. Subscribe and enjoy!
Inspiring Women in Audit
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We celebrate the remarkable journeys and insights of women in the Internal Audit industry. From around the globe, sharing their knowledge, experiences, and unique perspectives, we amplify their voices, empowering them to make their mark on the profession, and driving innovation in the industry. Your host is Tracie Marquardt, a renowned audit communication expert and former co-host of 'The Audit Room.' Tune in to discover how these inspiring women are shaping the future of audit. Subscribe and enjoy!
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Recent Episodes
July 8, 2026
Ep 31 Audit Isn't a Scripted Event with Lori Kaczynski
<p><strong>Audit Isn't a Scripted Event</strong></p><p>Lori Kaczynski is a Fortune 500 executive and board director with over 25 years across external audit, internal audit, risk management, compliance, and finance. She has served as Chief Audit Executive at four multibillion-dollar organizations, most recently the SVP, Chief Audit, Risk and Compliance Officer in the food and beverage industry. She chairs the School of Accountancy Advisory Board at Kennesaw State University, where she was inducted into the Coles College of Business Hall of Fame in 2023, and serves on the AICPA Assurance Services Executive Committee.</p><p>This episode is a masterclass in how a CAE actually thinks. Lori talks about building audit functions from the ground up, why she calls internal audit a service organization, and what it really takes to lead audit, risk and compliance under one roof without compromising independence. More than anything, though, she shares a philosophy of leadership built on trust, curiosity, communication and the belief that internal audit can be one of the most strategic functions in an organization.</p><p>She is direct, generous, and genuinely funny. A leader who keeps thank you notes in her desk, lets 50 dogs out at a shelter on weekend nights, and still believes audit doesn't have to be a scripted event.</p><p><strong>Episode Breakdown</strong></p><p>2:07 – Audit Can Be Creative</p><p>5:56 – Advocating For AI</p><p>15:58 – Service Means People</p><p>23:22 – The Hybrid Audit</p><p>26:00 – You Can’t Teach Critical Thinking</p><p>35:01 – Thinking Beyond Compliance</p><p>46:27 – Risk Assessing Along The Way</p><p>55:21 – Becoming A Business Partner</p><p>01:01 – Representation Matters</p><p>01:09 – Fill People’s Buckets</p><p><strong>Be sure to connect with </strong><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/lori-kaczynski-5a661a16/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer"><strong>Lori Kaczynski</strong></a><strong> on LinkedIn.</strong></p><p>And be sure to follow <strong>Inspiring Women in Audit on LinkedIn,</strong> and <strong>connect with Tracie.</strong></p><p><strong>Join the Exclusive </strong><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/groups/14463302/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer"><strong>Inspiring Women in Audit LinkedIn Group</strong></a><strong>:</strong></p><p>This group is dedicated to empowering and uplifting women in the internal audit profession, providing a supportive space for women to share their journeys, insights, and expertise. By fostering meaningful connections, we aim to inspire, encourage, and drive transformative change within the industry. Join us to celebrate the achievements of women in audit and to be part of a community that values and amplifies your unique perspectives and experiences.</p><p><a href="https://tracieaudit.com/newsletter" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer"><strong>Sign up for our newsletter!</strong></a></p><p>★ ★ ★ ★ ★</p><p><strong>This podcast is brought to you by i4 Global Results Limited and Amplify Your Audit Results, the audit communication experts dedicated to transforming your audit reporting and your audit results through communication, optimization, and collaboration. </strong><a href="https://api.leadconnectorhq.com/widget/bookings/book/a/call/with/tracie/marquardt" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer"><strong>Schedule time with us.</strong></a></p><p><br /></p>
June 17, 2026
Ep 30 Audit Was the Door. The Sky Is the Limit. with Dr. Lesedi Lesetedi
<p><strong>Audit Was the Door. The Sky Is the Limit.</strong></p><p><br></p><p>Dr. Lesedi Lesetedi is a Doctor of Business Administration and Certified Internal Auditor who spent over two decades building internal audit infrastructure across Botswana, rising from auditor to Chief Audit Executive. As President of IIA Botswana, she grew the chapter from 50 to 500 members, established its first permanent office and staff, and secured a ministerial proclamation calling on CEOs and boards across the country to recognize and support internal auditors. She has chaired audit committees for UNICEF and the Food and Agriculture Organization, and now serves as Deputy Vice Chancellor, Corporate Services at Botswana Open University.</p><p><br></p><p>This episode is about what it takes to move internal audit from the margins to the mainstream – advocacy at the level of heads of state, the daily work of rebuilding trust after audit credibility has been lost, and what happens when the auditor becomes the one being held to account.</p><p><br></p><p>She is a builder. A woman who grew up the only girl among four brothers, walked into boardrooms full of men, and made them listen – not by force, but by earning it. Audit was the door. The sky is the limit.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Episode Breakdown</strong></p><p>2:05 – Posted Into Purpose</p><p>6:37 – Building IIA Botswana</p><p>13:39 – Dynamite Comes In Small Packages</p><p>18:52 – Empower Women. Educate Men.</p><p>26:02 – Aim Beyond The Ceiling</p><p>29:44 – The Ultimate Business Lens</p><p>33:40 – Trust Opens Doors</p><p>40:48 – Prevent, Don’t Just Report</p><p>43:27 – Governance At Global Scale</p><p>47:13 – Change How You Show Up</p><p>57:22 – Impact Beyond Yourself</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Be sure to connect with </strong><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-lesedi-lesetedi-dba-cia-qial-crma-msc-ia-and-management-5a900841/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer"><strong>Dr. Lesedi Lesetedi</strong></a><strong> on LinkedIn.</strong></p><p>And be sure to follow <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/inspiring-women-in-audit/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer"><strong>Inspiring Women in Audit on LinkedIn</strong></a><strong>, </strong>and <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/traciemarquardt/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer"><strong>connect with Tracie.</strong></a><strong></strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Join the Exclusive </strong><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/groups/14463302/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer"><strong>Inspiring Women in Audit LinkedIn Group</strong></a><strong>:</strong></p><p>This group is dedicated to empowering and uplifting women in the internal audit profession, providing a supportive space for women to share their journeys, insights, and expertise. By fostering meaningful connections, we aim to inspire, encourage, and drive transformative change within the industry. Join us to celebrate the achievements of women in audit and to be part of a community that values and amplifies your unique perspectives and experiences.</p><p><br></p><p><a href="https://tracieaudit.com/newsletter" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer"><strong>Sign up for our newsletter!</strong></a></p><p>★ ★ ★ ★ ★</p><p><strong>This podcast is brought to you by i4 Global Results Limited and Amplify Your Audit Results, the audit communication experts dedicated to transforming your audit reporting and your audit results through communication, optimization, and collaboration. </strong><a href="https://api.leadconnectorhq.com/widget/bookings/book/a/call/with/tracie/marquardt" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer"><strong>Schedule time with us.</strong></a></p><p><br></p>
May 27, 2026
Ep 29 Audit, AI and Authenticity with Liliana Staber
Liliana Staber, Director of Internal Audit, discusses building an AI-powered audit process and her journey as a woman in the profession.
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