Ep 22 Raise Your Hand, Take the Lead with Maria Mora, CPA

Raise Your Hand, Take the LeadIn this episode of Inspiring Women in Audit, I’m joined by Maria E. Mora, a Partner in Internal Audit at Crowe LLP, based in New York. With over two decades of experience in internal audit, risk, and assurance, Maria is known for her strategic insight, leadership presence, and dedication to elevating the audit profession. Maria was recently named one of ALPFA’s Latinas to Watch, a recognition of both her professional excellence and her commitment to community empowerment. Her leadership approach blends cultural intelligence with technical strength - offering a fresh perspective on the evolving landscape of internal audit.In our conversation, Maria shares how she got started in the internal audit profession, and how a long lineage of strong women in her family - each a trailblazer in her own right – has influenced her. She reflects on her natural inclination toward leadership and advocacy, particularly within the Latina professional community, and the importance of representation, mentorship, and building support networks for women in audit.From leadership to communication, from culture to diversity – we dive into building and managing audit teams and the evolving expectations of audit leaders. We explore creating successful co-sourcing relationships and getting the most value out of being on the receiving end of a quality assessment. Don’t miss your opportunity to see how Maria leads transformation, and her vision for the next chapter of internal audit.Episode Breakdown2:39 – Born With Her Hand Up8:20 – Leadership & Family of Strong Women11:46 – Latina Leadership & Community Impact19:02 – How Culture Influences Audit23:47 – Leadership Philosophy34:50 – Quality Assessments & Audit Value42:33 – Co-Sourcing & Collaboration49:19 – The Power of Perspective & Resilience57:40 – Stepping Up for the Future1:00:21 – Shaping Audit’s Next ChapterBe sure to connect with Maria E. Mora 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.Sign up for our newsletter!★ ★ ★ ★ ★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.