Ep 5: Leading with Passion: Rita's Power Moves

In this episode, my guest is Rita Purdeen-Nandlal. Rita manages the Internal Audit function at Angostura Limited and is, at the time of publishing, the President of the Trinidad and Tobago Chapter of the IIA. Rita is also a past president of the Trinidad and Tobago Chapter of ISACA.   These and other roles, combined with her contributions as a mentor in our community, illustrate her deep commitment to our industry and to fellow professionals within it.   Rita’s belief in continuous learning is self-evident, as Rita“walks the walk”: her list of credentials includes an MBA, FCCA, CA, CIA, CISA and CRMA.    In this episode, we ask Rita what drew her to internal audit, and what drives her to serve the internal audit community year after year, role after role, mentee after mentee. She tells the story of what motivated her to get an MBA at this stage of her career, and how she plans on contributing to her company as a result of her research into supply chain management and sustainability. We also delve into leadership lessons and how she balances it all.   From the moment I met Rita, I was inspired by her leadership qualities, her dedication to the profession, and her relatability. I hope you enjoy the episode!   Timecodes: 0:50 - Introduction 4:17 - Embracing the Networking Process 6:47 - Serving the Audit Profession Effectively 10:22 - The Benefits of a Mentoring Program 15:08 - Rita's Journey to Earning an MBA 19:22 - How Internal Audit Supports Sustainability 22:57 - Balancing Work and Life 26:23 - Rita's Insights on Staying True to Your Values 27:33 - Advice for Women in Internal Audit 29:28 - Rita's Legacy   Be sure to connect with Rita 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, going live September 1, 2024! This group will be 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.   Our newsletter will be available soon, so stay tuned for updates.    ★ ★ ★ ★ ★   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.