Speaker Profile
TOBY DEROCHE
Toby DeRoche MBA, CIA, CCSA, CRMA, CISA, cAAP, CFE, SA
Toby is an experienced internal audit professional with over 20 years in internal audit, fraud examination, and technology consulting, currently working as Senior Manager in IT Control. He is also an experienced speaker and writer, having delivered many whitepapers, blogs, and presentations on assurance topics with organizations such as The IIA, ISACA, and The ACFE.
Toby is the author of the #1 Bestselling book Only Audit What Matters and Agile Audit: Transformation and Beyond. As the founder of Insight CPE, LLC, Toby is dedicated to advancing the profession by providing meaningful continuing education for assurance professionals.

Toby Deroche
June 20 2025
01 : 00 PM EST
60 Minutes
Incorporating Fraud Detection into Every Audit
As internal auditors, we are tasked with providing assurance on the effectiveness of an organization's controls and identifying risks that could affect its operations. One of the most significant risks we face is fraud, which can occur at any level of the organization and can have devastating consequences. However, despite the importance of fraud detection, many auditors overlook obvious red flags or fail t..

Toby Deroche
July 18 2025
01 : 00 PM EST
60 Minutes
Is Your Risk Assessment Too Complex?
Conducting a risk assessment is one of the most important tasks for internal auditors, yet it is often one of the most time-consuming and complicated processes. A common pitfall is the complexity that auditors build into their risk assessments. We typically combine subjective measures with past audit results, data from various systems, and hours of interviews with management. While these elements are all in..

Toby Deroche
October 17 2025
01 : 00 PM EST
60 Minutes
Accounting Bias in Internal Audit
Many internal audit roles today still list Big four accounting experience as a top requirement. But is this bias toward accountants actually holding the profession back?This session explores a question that's long been overlooked: What impact does the dominance of accounting and finance backgrounds have on internal auditing as a whole? While financial expertise is undeniably valuable, hiring almost exclusiv..

Toby Deroche
November 20 2025
01 : 00 PM EST
60 Minutes
Auditing with IT Control Frameworks (NIST, COBIT, HiTrust, ISOs)
In an era of increasing regulatory scrutiny, digital transformation, and growing cybersecurity threats, IT governance has become more critical than ever. Organizations must have effective controls in place to manage risk, ensure compliance, and align IT strategy with business goals. But with so many IT control frameworks available, it can be overwhelming to determine which one is best suited for your organi..

Toby Deroche
December 18 2025
01 : 00 PM EST
60 Minutes
Stop Auditing Useless Controls: Focus on What Really Matters
In the fast-paced and ever-evolving business environment, internal auditors face increasing pressure to deliver value while navigating constant change. Yet, one of the most common inefficiencies in the audit process is the continued testing of controls that are poorly designed, outdated, or simply irrelevant. If we’re being honest, most audit teams have at some point found themselves spending hours testing ..

Toby Deroche
January 22 2026
01 : 00 PM EST
60 Minutes
Five Fraud Cases You Need to Know
Fraud can have devastating effects on organizations, and auditors and fraud examiners play a crucial role in detecting and preventing it. To be effective, it’s essential to stay informed about the latest fraud schemes, understand how they were perpetrated, and learn how they were uncovered. In this webinar, we’ll dive into five recent, high-profile fraud cases that provide valuable lessons for professionals..

Toby Deroche
February 25 2026
01 : 00 PM EST
60 Minutes
Master Class in Agile Auditing
In today’s fast-moving business landscape, traditional auditing methods are no longer sufficient to keep pace with the dynamic nature of risk. As risks evolve in real-time and new challenges emerge rapidly, audit departments are under increasing pressure to respond faster and more effectively. This is where agile auditing steps in — a modern approach that focuses on adaptability, speed, and relevance.Agile ..

Toby Deroche
March 17 2026
01 : 00 PM EST
60 Minutes
IT Auditing for Non-IT Auditors
In today's world, it’s almost impossible for auditors to avoid technology. Whether you're an experienced auditor with no IT background or an auditor in an organization where IT isn’t your primary focus, technology touches every part of your audit work. From financial systems to operational processes, all modern organizations rely on IT systems to function efficiently. Because of this, every auditor, regardl..

Toby Deroche
April 16 2026
01 : 00 PM EST
60 Minutes
Would You Recognize Fraud?
Most auditors miss red flags not because they’re careless, but because they haven’t been trained to spot them. We often assume fraud is rare or that someone else will uncover it. The reality? Fraud is more common than we think, and auditors are often the last line of defense. The problem is, many of us aren't equipped with the mindset or the tools to detect it.This session takes a hands-on approach to chang..

Toby Deroche
May 21 2026
01 : 00 PM EST
60 Minutes
Ethical Dilemmas in Issue Writing
Internal auditors play a critical role in providing unbiased, objective insights into the organization's risks, internal controls, and governance processes. However, auditors often face an ethical dilemma when it comes to reporting the findings of their audits. While we are expected to remain independent and report accurately, there can be pressure from management to downplay or even omit certain issues fro..