Ep 19: The White Gloves of Audit Leadership with Karina Misko

Episode 19: Karina MiskoThe White Gloves of Audit LeadershipIn this episode of Inspiring Women in Audit, I speak with Karina Misko, Head of Audit in Riga and a driving force in shaping the future of internal audit in Latvia. Karina’s story is one of bold leadership, deep community impact, and unwavering commitment to empowering others in the profession.Karina shares how she stepped into leadership early and what it means to balance the many hats required of a modern Head of Audit. We talk about her “white gloves” approach to working with stakeholders, how she navigates conflicts with diplomacy, and the pride she takes in building a small but mighty audit team. She also opens up about leading Latvia’s audit community, why she sees mentoring as a responsibility, and how her unique leadership style inspires auditors for generations to come.At its core, this conversation is about influence, service, and the kind of leadership that elevates not just one organization but an entire profession. Karina’s journey is filled with insights for anyone aspiring to lead with authenticity, courage, and vision.Episode Breakdown1:41-Expanding Horizons9:16-Creativity and Shades of Gray13:23-The “White Gloves” Approach19:30-Navigating Conflicting Stakeholders30:01-Leading Latvia’s Audit Community36:50-Balancing the Many Hats42:02-Energizing a Small but Mighty Team48:32-The Scent of Success54:26-Inspiring Auditors for GenerationsBe sure to connect with Karina Misko on LinkedIn.And be sure to follow Inspiring Women in Audit on LinkedIn, and connect with Tracie.Join the Exclusive Inspiring Women in Audit LinkedIn Group:This group is dedicated to empowering and uplifting women in the internal audit profession, providing a supportive space for women to share their journeys, insights, and expertise. By fostering meaningful connections, we aim to inspire, encourage, and drive transformative change within the industry. Join us to celebrate the achievements of women in audit and to be part of a community that values and amplifies your unique perspectives and experiences.★ ★ ★ ★ ★This podcast is brought to you by i4 Global Results Limited and Amplify Your Audit Results, the audit communication experts dedicated to transforming your audit reporting and your audit results through communication, optimization, and collaboration. Schedule time with us.