Auditors Save the World! Pamela Stroebel Powers

In this episode of Auditors Save the World, podcast host Leita Hart-Fanta, CPA interviews auditing superhero, Pamela Stroebel Powers.

When deceit lurks in the ledgers and villains hide behind spreadsheets, one fearless auditor follows the trail of truth wherever it leads.

She’s the defender of documentation! The guardian of internal control! The fraud-fighter with x-ray audit vision! She’s… Pamela!

Yes, No Scam Pamela. The fraud-fighting force with a keen eye, sharp instinct, and the courage to trust both. Consequently, when numbers don’t add up, she digs in. Her investigation shows that documentation isn’t just paperwork, it’s proof. And when internal controls fail or background checks are skipped, Pamela’s there to shine the light of accountability where shadows once fell.

With wisdom forged from real-world fraud cases, she teaches auditors everywhere to stay vigilant, follow their instincts, and never underestimate the power of professional skepticism.

So, join us, truth-seekers, as we follow the fearless footsteps of the heroine who turns suspicion into certainty and evidence into justice.

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About Pamela Stroebel Powers

Pamela began work with The Institute of Internal Auditors in April 2021 and appreciates the opportunity to collaborate, liaison with, advocate for and provide guidance and thought leadership to public sector auditors around the globe.

Pam came to the IIA with 22 years of experience as an internal auditor in Oregon State Government. Over that time, Pam worked for five agencies; she served as the Chief Audit Executive for four of those, established the first in-house internal audit function in two of them, and in one position coordinated the state’s internal audit activities. Pamela also founded Powers CPA, LLC which provided internal audit, consulting and assurance services to government and non-profit entities for five years. Pam began her career as an external auditor with the Audits Division of the Secretary of State.

In addition to her audit roles, Pam has served as a contributing faculty member at Willamette University’s Atkinson Graduate School of Management since 2010. Over the course of her career she has provided training on various topics including auditing, risk management, and ethics to agency staff, management and various professional organizations. She has also served as a course facilitator for The IIA, providing training for audit professionals globally. Pam has been an active member of The IIA, having held various leadership and committee positions, both locally and at the global level. Pam earned a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting from Western Baptist College and an MBA from Willamette University.

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