The Audit Podcast Ep 132: How to Have a Seat at the Table w/ Waseem Samaan (Boomi)
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Feb 14, 2023 AI Snips
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Career Launch and Diversity Initiatives
- Waseem Samaan, CAE at Boomi, started his career at EY and later joined Fox Studios as a global audit manager.
- At Fox, he initiated the first employee resource group (ERG), leading to increased diversity and inclusion efforts and gaining recognition from leadership, including the Murdoch family.
Building Internal Audit at Everbridge
- Waseem Samaan transitioned from Fox to Everbridge, where he established an internal audit function from scratch.
- He gained respect by demonstrating the value of internal audit, streamlining audits, and automating processes, leading to cost savings and improved efficiency.
Gaining a Seat at the Table
- To gain a "seat at the table," CAEs should be proactive, helpful, and act as advisors, not police officers.
- Focus on adding value, helping the organization save money, and scaling operations, demonstrating your worth to the CEO and other key stakeholders.