As leader of Audit Executive Advisory Services, Hal Garyn provides expert internal audit and risk management counsel to organizations in support of their governance activities. Previously, Hal served The Institute of Internal Auditors as a member of its executive staff. In his varied capacities during his 7-year tenure with The IIA, his areas of influence included strategic planning, risk management, business planning, standards and guidance, Chief Audit Executive member services, Quality services, global and U.S. advocacy, and global thought leadership. Hal’s 30+ year professional career has been predominately focused on the financial services industry, emphasizing the disciplines of risk management, internal audit, strategic planning, mergers and acquisitions, investor relations, and corporate governance. He has reported to boards and board committees on matters affecting risk management, internal audit, and governance. Among his many career accomplishments, Hal served as the Chief Audit Executive equivalent for a large bank and a private mutual insurance company. He also led the risk management and internal audit consulting practice in Omaha for one of the largest accounting and consulting firms. Hal previously served on The IIA’s Global Board as its Audit Committee chairman and was a member of the Global Ethics Committee, the Global and North American Nominating committees, and the North American Board. He also was an officer and/or director of four different IIA chapters in the United States. Hal obtained a bachelor’s degree in Accounting and an MBA from the University of South Florida. He holds the Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certification in Risk Management Assurance (CRMA), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), and Associate of Risk Management (ARM) designations. He also maintained an active Florida Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license from 1986 through 2003.