We are thrilled to share some exciting news with you today. After an extensive search and selection process, we are delighted to announce the appointment of our new Chief Executive Officer, Arlene-Lynn Volmink. Arlene will officially assume the role on 01 June 2023.

Arlene has a career that exceeds 22 years in the fields of risk management, governance, IT audit and control, project assurance, data analytics, business continuity management and internal audit. She is a Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) and holds a CISA and CDPSE certification. Arlene has served on the Board of the ISACA South Africa Chapter since 2012 and as Chapter President from 2018 to 2022. Arlene was acknowledged with the international ISACA Chapter Leader Award in 2022.

Arlene is involved in a number of initiatives that empower women. Locally, she has taken a role as a Non-Executive Director on the board of a community-based organisation called Mathmoms, that empowers women to tutor basic maths skills to foundation phase learners in less advantaged communities. Internationally, she serves as a volunteer on the One in Tech SheLeadsTech Advisory Group; as SheLeadsTech Chapter Liaison and Champion and as a member of Chapter Tech Advisors.

Arlene expressed her excitement about joining the Institute. "I am excited to be joining the Institute and look forward to working with the team to build on its impressive track record of supporting the members and the profession. Together, we will navigate the challenges and seize the opportunities to ensure that our members continue to thrive in the years ahead."

IIA South Africa Board Chair, Tshepo Mofokeng: "We are delighted to welcome Arlene to the Institute. Her experience, vision, and leadership will be instrumental in advancing our mission and serving our members. We look forward to working with her to drive growth and impact in our profession."

Thank you for being a valued member of the IIA South Africa. Together, let us embrace this exciting new era and work hand in hand to shape the future of our profession.