International Conference Media Invitation
International Conference Media InvitationALTAMONTE SPRINGS, Fla. - The Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) is pleased to welcome the media to its 2008 International Conference being held July 6 - 9, 2008 in San Francisco. The IIA's 2008 International Conference is the largest gathering of internal auditors anywhere in the world, and is a ready-resource for media covering topics related to business, governance, risk, control, auditing, accounting, and more. World-renowned speakers and thought leaders in these areas will converge in one place to discuss some of the most pressing issues being covered by today's media. Interviews with select speakers and attendees will be available. Registration is complimentary for journalists who may provide editorial coverage and meet specific eligibility criteria.General session speakers include:Paul SarbanesFormer US SenatorPresenting: The Sarbanes-Oxley Act and the Strength of International BusinessSharon AllenChairman, Board of Directors, Deloitte Presenting: Corporate Responsibility and Work-life BalanceGene L. DodaroChief Operating Officer of the United States Government Accountability Office Presenting: Latest Developments in Internal Audit StandardsLinda Bardo NichollsPresident, Australian Institute of Company Directors; Corporate Board Member; and International Risk Management Consultant Presenting: Risk Management From a Global PerspectiveJim CollinsAuthor of Good to Great and Built to Last Presenting: How Internal Auditors Can Promote Organizational GreatnessKevin "The Katalyst" CarrollMotivational SpeakerPresenting: Rediscovering Play: Bringing Fun and Passion to Your Work... And LifeTen tracks on:Audit ManagementFraud Detection and PreventionRegulatory Issues and ComplianceInformation Technology and SecurityCorporate GovernanceEnterprise Risk ManagementGovernment and Public SectorEmerging IssuesInternal Auditing Education Conference Press RoomThe IIA's International Conference 2008 will host an on-site press room open to credentialed media. The room will be open and staffed during conference operating hours and will offer amenities such as workspace, interview space, Internet access, computers, printers, fax, copier, and refreshments. Access to the conference press room will be limited to the media and IIA staff. Media may schedule the press room interview space for private meetings with speakers.RegistrationPlease review the eligibility criteria and complete the Media Credential Application available in the press area of The IIA International Conference web site at www.iia2008sf.org. You may also download a printed application and submit via one of the following methods: Fax: +1-407-937-1101Mail: Scott McCallum IIA Media Relations Manager The Institute of Internal Auditors Global Headquarters 247 Maitland Ave. Altamonte Springs, FL 32701Once your credentials are approved, you will receive further instructions to complete the registration process.To learn more about the conference and its speakers, visit www.iia2008sf.org. To learn more about The IIA, visit www.theiia.org, or call +1-407-937-1247. See you in San Francisco!###