Let s Be Catalysts for Mountains of Change

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Let s Be Catalysts for Mountains of Change November 23, 2015 Dear Potential Sponsor: Through the years, The Institute of Internal Auditors Bahamas Chapter (IIABC) has seen internal auditing evolve

This evolution and emergence has propelled the growth of the internal audit profession as a proactive catalyst for business improvement and change, ultimately fostering a profession that is driven by

1 Let s Be Catalysts for Mountains of Change November 23, 2015 Dear Potential Sponsor: Through the years, The Institute of Internal Auditors Bahamas Chapter (IIABC) has seen internal auditing evolve remarkably, emerging from its traditional policing role to a position where many now see it as a strategic advisor. This evolution and emergence has propelled the growth of the internal audit profession as a proactive catalyst for business improvement and change, ultimately fostering a profession that is driven by a commitment to excellence. Established June 23, 1991, The IIABC is the local professional association in The Bahamas for the professional practice of Internal Auditing. We are a sub-chapter of the global Institute of Internal Auditors, which serves more than 180,000 members in 190 countries. We have more than 80 members throughout both the private and public sectors in The Bahamas working in various areas including internal auditing, risk management, governance, internal control, IT auditing, education, and security. The IIABC is pleased to announce that during this 2015/2016 fiscal year, we celebrate 25 years of existence in The Bahamas. In observance of this milestone, we will host a variety of events and activities during the month of January 2016 under the theme Evolve. Emerge. Excel. with the staple events being our Gala Awards Dinner and 25 th Anniversary Conference. Our week-long conference will gather leaders and emerging leaders in the profession as well as convene dynamic and diverse speakers from The Bahamas, the Caribbean, and the United States. We are honoured to have Mr. Richard F. Chambers, The Institute of Internal Auditors Global President and CEO, as our Conference Keynote Speaker. Our commitment to excellence is driven by support from organizations such as yours, and so we invite your organization to become a 25 th Anniversary IIABC sponsor, which offers increased visibility and the opportunity to reach decision-making attendees and industry professionals. The enclosed sponsorship leaflet gives you a glimpse of our sponsorship packages at levels ranging from Bronze to Platinum. If you are unable to commit to one of our sponsorship packages at this time, as a more economical alternative, you may purchase advertising space in our Gala Awards Dinner commemorative booklet. If you are interested in sponsorship or purchasing ad space in our commemorative booklet, please complete the enclosed form and to info@bahamasiia.org by Thursday, December 31, Please feel free to contact our Sponsorship Sub-Committee Chairman, Ms. Juliette Dorsett, directly at We look forward to your support and working together to build internal audit awareness in The Bahamas. Sincerely, Cleopatra Davis, President Juliette Dorsett, Sponsorship Sub-Committee Chairman Enclosures (4) Nassau, Bahamas Phone: info@bahamasiia.org Website: Like us on Facebook Follow us on LinkedIn

associated with the foremost culture of professionalism and best practices Demonstrate organizational support to The IIABC s mission and goals Develop sustainable business relationships During our 25

2 Become an IIABC 25 th Anniversary Sponsor WHY SHOULD YOU SPONSOR? Unique brand recognition and visibility for your organization Access to the latest thinking relevant to the practice of internal auditing Put a spotlight on your organization s competencies Be associated with the foremost culture of professionalism and best practices Demonstrate organizational support to The IIABC s mission and goals Develop sustainable business relationships During our 25 th Anniversary celebrations, we will celebrate and honour the progress made in the internal audit profession over the past 25 years and inspire a direction for the future of internal auditing in The Bahamas. This is the perfect opportunity for your organization to join us as a Sponsor. Credibility by association...it s an intangible benefit that your organization can receive when you make the strategic decision to support an IIABC event by becoming a sponsor. IIABC events attract thought-leading presenters and solution-seeking attendees as quality and relevance permeates every aspect of our events. Be a part of an experience that attendees will be talking about long after the event is over; see our packages below. Sponsorship Packages PLATINUM GOLD SILVER BRONZE BENEFITS $10,000 $6,000 $3,000 $1, Social media promotion: Facebook and LinkedIn posts 10 each 6 each 3 each 1 each 2. Company logo with link to company website on IIABC website 3. Company logo in all anniversary event s 4. Company logo on all Gala and Conference on-site signage 5. Public mention of thanks at Gala and Conference 6. Prominent or special acknowledgement and company logo in Conference brochure and in Gala commemorative booklet with ad Prominent Fullpg. Full-pg. Half-pg. Qtr.-pg. 7. Complimentary tickets to Gala Awards Dinner (seats reserved) Exclusive presenting sponsor and announcement of IIABC Award and Competition Winners: IIABC Lifetime Achievement Award winner IIABC Distinguished Chief Audit Executive Award Winner IIABC Distinguished Internal Audit Manager Award Winner IIABC Distinguished Senior Internal Auditor Award Winner IIABC Essay Competition Award Winner IIABC Social Media Competition Award Winner IIABC Jingle/Rap Competition Award Winner IIABC Photo Competition Award Winner 9. Opportunity to place company marketing materials in Conference attendees welcome bags and provide door prizes at Gala 10. A six-foot exhibit table with 2 chairs at each day of Conference 11. Opportunity to provide a 2-minute greeting at Conference opening session Gala Awards Dinner Commemorative Booklet Pricing Business card $ 50 Full page $250 Quarter page $100 Front/Back Inside Cover* $350 Half page $150 Back Outside Cover* $400 * Covers are available on a first come, first serve basis only For more information on our 25 th Anniversary sponsorship or sponsorship of other seminars and events like our annual Internal Audit Awareness month celebrations in May, please contact our Sponsorship Sub-Committee Chairman at info@bahamasiia.org or NB: All sponsorship benefits are applicable to the fiscal year in which the events occur.

IIABC Sponsorship Form Sponsor/Company Name: Contact Person: Contact Phone: Email dress: Please select your desired Sponsorship option(s): Bronze - $1,000 (Quarter-page ad included)* Silver - $3,000

3 IIABC Sponsorship Form Sponsor/Company Name: Contact Person: Contact Phone: dress: Please select your desired Sponsorship option(s): Bronze - $1,000 (Quarter-page ad included)* Silver - $3,000 (Half-page ad included)* Gold - $6,000 (Full-page ad included)* Platinum - $10,000 (Full-page ad included)* Donation We are unable to commit to a sponsorship package at this time, but we would like to give a small donation in support of The IIABC and its 25 th Anniversary. Space We are unable to commit to a sponsorship package at this time, but we would like to purchase ad space in the IIABC s Gala Awards Dinner commemorative booklet; see our ad selection below: Business card - $50 Front Inside Cover - $350 (first come, first serve) Quarter page - $100 Back Inside Cover - $350 (first come, first serve) Half page - $150 Back Outside Cover - $400 (first come, first serve) Full page - $250 *If you would like a larger size or cover ad, please indicate by checking the appropriate box and include the difference with payment. Please this completed form (incl. your ad) to info@bahamasiia.org by Thursday, December 31, Cheques should be made payable to Bahamas Chapter Institute of Internal Auditors and mailed/delivered by the same date above to: c/o Cleopatra Davis, IIABC President Central Bank of The Bahamas Frederick Street P.O. Box N-4868 Nassau, Bahamas For more information on our sponsorship opportunities, please contact our Sponsorship Sub-Committee Chairman at info@bahamasiia.org or Payment Type: Cash Cheque Total Amount: $ Signature: Date: Thank you for your support!

Richard F. Chambers, CIA, QIAL, CGAP, CCSA, CRMA IIA President and CEO Richard F.

5 Richard F. Chambers, CIA, QIAL, CGAP, CCSA, CRMA IIA President and CEO Richard F. Chambers, CIA, QIAL, CGAP, CCSA, CRMA, is President and Chief Executive Officer of The Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA), the global professional association and standard setting body for internal auditors. The IIA serves more than 180,000 members in over 170 countries and territories and is the internal audit profession s most widely recognized advocate, educator, and provider of standards, guidance, and certifications. Chambers leverages more than four decades of internal audit and related experience to direct nearly 200 professional staff members at The IIA s global headquarters in Altamonte Springs and Lake Mary, Fla., achieving agreed upon strategies and objectives on behalf of The IIA s North American and Global Boards of Directors. During more than six years as global CEO, Chambers has led The IIA to record membership and the launch of a number of valuable initiatives to benefit members and the internal audit profession, including the Audit Executive Center; Pulse of Internal Audit; AuditChannel.tv; Internal Auditor Online; the Certification in Risk Management Assurance (CRMA); the Qualification in Internal Audit Leadership (QIAL); The IIA Risk Resource Exchange; the American Center for Government Auditing; and the Financial Services Audit Center. In addition to championing high professional standards and ethical conduct, Chambers has made a career long commitment to advocating for the internal audit profession around the world, educating influential government officials and standard setting bodies about the valuable role internal auditors play in private and public sector organizations. Under Chambers leadership, The IIA has partnered with national and global organizations on a number of initiatives to advance the profession. Chambers also has helped to raise the profession to new heights through an unprecedented number of public appearances, blogs, magazine articles, webcasts, advocacy outreach initiatives, and participation on influential boards and committees. He authored the award winning book Lessons Learned on the Audit Trail and has been featured by numerous high profile media outlets, including The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, Financial Times, Reuters, Bloomberg Radio, and CNBC. Accounting Today named him one of the Top 100 Most Influential People in Accounting in 2012, 2013, and 2014, as well as one of 10 tweeters worth following. The National Association of Corporate Directors (NACD) named him one of the most influential leaders in corporate governance in 2013 and Chambers serves concurrently on the Committee of Sponsoring Organizations of the Treadway Commission (COSO) Board of Directors; the International Integrated Reporting Council (IIRC); and The IIA Board of Directors. He served on the U.S. President s Council on Integrity and Efficiency; the NACD s Blue Ribbon Committee for Audit Effectiveness; the Audit Board of the City of Orlando, Fla.; The IIA Internal Audit Standards Board; and The IIA North American Board. He is a recipient of the Association of Government Accountants (AGA) Frank Greathouse Distinguished Leadership Award and the National Association of Black Accountants (NABA) Legacy Award. Prior to assuming his current role in 2009, Chambers served as national practice leader in Internal Audit visory Services at PricewaterhouseCoopers and Vice President of The IIA s Learning Center. He spent the majority of his early career in public sector auditing, including serving as inspector general of the Tennessee Valley Authority; deputy inspector general of the U.S. Postal Service; and director of the U.S. Army Worldwide Internal Review Organization at the Pentagon. Chambers is a Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), and holds numerous qualifications and certifications, including, Qualification in Internal Audit Leadership (QIAL), Certified Government Auditing Professional (CGAP), Certification in Control Self Assessment (CCSA), Certification in Risk Management Assurance (CRMA), and Certified Government Financial Manager (CGFM). He earned a Bachelor of Business ministration and a Master of Business ministration at Georgia State University, as well as a Master of Arts in International Relations at Salve Regina University. He also is a graduate of the U.S. Army War College.

WALL STREET 50 IRISH AMERICA MAGAZINE INVITES YOU TO A CELEBRATION WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 11, 2017 AT SIX THIRTY THE ST. REGIS NEW YORK BUSINESS ATTIRE

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