Summits
Charles Financial Strategies LLC’s summits are designed to develop your workforce’s leadership and technical skills to progress professionally and personally. Our process is well-structured and employee-centric to promote the leadership skills to be productive at the workplace, to increase job satisfaction, employee retention, promotion potential, and to improve employee and company efficiency and ROI.
The Future of Internal Audit
Risk, AI & Resilience
Transform the way your organization views internal audit.
- Align audit with executive strategy
- Learn cutting-edge techniques in fraud prevention, EQ, and EQA
- Access templates, case studies, and proven frameworks from top experts
- Network with peers and thought leaders across industries
Two Days. High-Impact Sessions.
Explore the full program by day. Select a tab to view the schedule.
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Welcome + Summit Goals + Live Poll
Dr. Sabine Charles -
Audit Reporting That Gets Results: Clear, Concise, and Actionable Communication
Tracie Marquardt -
10 Minute Break
Refresh & reset -
Agile Auditing in Complex, Fast-Changing Organizations: Delivering Real-Time Assurance
Ureka Rangasamy -
10 Minute Break
Stretch & connect -
The Shift to Risk Intelligence
Sherry Rodriguez -
Break + Networking Prompt
Connect with peers -
Leadership Beyond Compliance
Dr. Sabine Charles -
A Modern Audit Walkthrough: Scope → Testing → Reporting (in 20 Minutes)
Dr. Sabine Charles -
Day 1 Close + Prep for Day 2
Dr. Sabine Charles
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Welcome Back + Recap Poll
Dr. Sabine Charles -
The Power of Data Analytics in Detecting Irregularities
Farah Eida -
10 Minute Break
Refresh & reset -
Auditing AI & Auditing Using AI: Enhancing Your Audit Lifecycle
Abbas Al Lawati -
10 Minute Break
Stretch & connect -
Re-education of the Internal Auditor
Ruth Doreen Mutebe · Dr. Zelia Njeza (PhD) · Thokozile Kuwali -
Break + Networking Prompt
Connect with peers -
Dynamic Risk Assessment Models
Dr. Hassan NK Khayal -
Auditing AI, Models, and Automation in Banking: From Hype to Controls
John Kwamya -
Closing Remarks + Next Steps + Resource Pack Overview
Dr. Sabine Charles
Speakers
Meet the leaders guiding two days of practical insight on internal audit leadership, resilience, analytics, and the future of the profession.
Dr. Sabine Charles
Summit Host · Keynote Speaker
Dr. Sabine Charles opens both days with keynote sessions focused on leadership beyond compliance and the synergy between emotional intelligence and AI in auditing.
Featured Speakers
Farah Eida
The Power of Data Analytics in Detecting Irregularities
John Kwamya
Responsible AI and Automation in Banking
Abbas Al Lawati
Auditing AI & Auditing Using AI: Enhancing Your Audit Lifecycle
Ureka Rangasamy
Agile Auditing in Complex, Fast-Changing Organizations
Tracie Marquardt
Audit Reporting That Gets Results
Ruth Doreen Mutebe
Re-education of Internal Auditors
Dr. Hassan NK Khayal
Dynamic Risk Assessment Models
Sherry Rodriguez
The Shift to Risk Intelligence
Dr. Zelia Njeza
Re-education of Internal Auditors
Recorded Level-Up Summits
The Level-Up Internal Audit summits are where we focus on people, processes, and technologies in the internal audit profession. You will learn how to use new tactics to continue providing value-add services to your constituents. Learn more about our past speakers.
Mastering Emotional Intelligence & Transform our Life
The Leadership MEQ Series: Mastering Emotional Intelligence & Transform our Life Step into a powerful two-day experience on March 4–5, 2026, where emotional intelligence meets intentional leadership. This summit brings together world-renowned experts and visionary thought leaders to guide you through the transformative journey of mastering emotional intelligence.
Designed for professionals and change-makers at all levels, the event will equip you with the tools to elevate your personal growth, leadership impact, and career success.
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Dr. Sabine Charles
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Upcoming Retreats
The "Moroccan Horizons: A Cultural Openness and Adventure Retreat" planned for May 1 - 11, 2026, in Morocco, is a unique exploration designed to broaden horizons, immerse participants in rich cultures, and spark adventure. It's ideal for those looking to dive into Morocco's diverse heritage, practice mindfulness in stunning settings, and connect with like-minded explorers. This retreat promises an unforgettable cultural adventure through its deep cultural immersion, culinary experiences, and explorations of natural wonders.
The ‘Harambee: Put It All Together – Kenya Edition’ retreat, taking place October 1–11, 2026, offers a transformative blend of leadership coaching and cultural immersion. Led by Dr. Sabine Charles and Coach Vuyanzi Rodman, participants will develop personal growth skills while experiencing Kenya’s traditions, crafts, cuisine, and natural beauty. This journey promises meaningful connections and lasting inspiration.
The ‘Ignite Retreat in Belize,’ from March 3–7, 2027, blends leadership coaching with cultural and natural exploration. Through MEQ workshops, yoga, and visits to Maya sites, participants will renew their inner power while connecting with Belize’s vibrant traditions and landscapes.