Date: Monday, 24th February 2025

Time: 7:00 pm Qatar Time

Venue: The Diplomatic Club

This face-to-face engaging and practical seminar aims to reflect on the insights and discussions from the DOHA Chief Audit Executive Forum, focusing on the transformative role of technology in internal audit practices.

As organizations increasingly adopt advanced technologies such as Artificial Intelligence (AI), Robotic Process Automation (RPA), and Predictive Analytics, internal audit professionals must navigate the challenges and opportunities these innovations present.

Objectives

Attendees can expect to gain a deeper understanding of:

• Technology-Driven Transformation in Internal Audit

• AI Integration in Internal Audit

• Latest trends Robotic Process Automation (RPA) Natural Language Processing (NLP) in Internal Audit, Predictive Analytics for Proactive Decision-Making

• Overcoming Adoption Challenges

• Best Practice and Case Studies

• Future Trends in Internal Audit

Hatem ElSafty

Risk consulting Partner at EY Qatar

Hatem is the Risk Consulting Partner at EY Qatar, bringing over 20 years of international experience in corporate governance, risk, and technology consulting. He previously led Mazars Qatar’s consulting practice and served as Chief Internal Auditor at Nakilat, one of the largest LNG maritime operators. His expertise spans multiple sectors, including energy, ICT, financial services, and the public sector. Hatem has also held key risk and audit roles at BP in the UK and Qatar Energy LNG in Qatar.

Actively engaged in the risk and audit community, Hatem chairs the IRM Doha Chapter and is a member of the IIA. He is the founder and current leader of the Doha Chief Audit Executive Forum, fostering collaboration among audit leaders.