Communicating with the Board: Turning Audit Insights into Impact

The Institute of Internal Auditors Presents: All Things Internal Audit  In this companion episode to the Global Best Practices' Elevating Internal Audit Communication With the Board, Rob Clark Jr. and Fábio Pimpão discuss how internal auditors can communicate more effectively with boards and executive leaders. They explore how to simplify complex risks, use storytelling to drive impact, and align messaging with what boards care about, from financial and reputational risk to strategic priorities. The conversation also covers practical tips for preparing for board presentations, leveraging AI, and building trusted relationships across the organization.     HOST: Rob Clark Jr., CIA, CCEP, CBM Chief Audit Executive, City of Hope GUEST: Fábio Pimpão, CIA, CRMA, CCSA Director, Internal Audit, Whirlpool Corporation Director, Professional Certifications, IIA Global Board of Directors   KEY POINTS: Introduction [00:00:40 - 00:01:46] How Board Expectations Have Evolved [00:01:46 - 00:03:32] Simplifying Complex Risks for the Board [00:04:19 - 00:06:00] Why Communication Is a Critical Audit Skill [00:06:00 - 00:07:55] Using AI to Improve Clarity and Messaging [00:07:17 - 00:08:13] Storytelling as a Tool for Impact [00:13:15 - 00:16:05] Preparing for Board Presentations [00:16:05 - 00:18:59] Translating Technical Issues into Business Impact [00:21:26 - 00:25:30] Focusing on Financial and Reputational Risk [00:25:30 - 00:26:55] Buildi