Description

Join us for our in-person event were you’ll leave with practical strategies and valuable networking opportunities to help you continue making a difference in the communities you serve. Complimentary with breakfast, this event also includes a networking session to connect with your peers.

Unlocking the Strategic Power of Your Back Office

Discover how core functions like Finance, HR, and IT can transform from traditional cost centres into strategic drivers of impact.
Learn how to structure and empower your teams to deliver measurable value—aligning operations with organizational goals, boosting efficiency, and enhancing decision-making.
Reimagine your back office as a catalyst for change, not just a support function.

Strengthening Internal Controls to Manage Risk

In today’s fast-evolving risk landscape—shaped by technology, remote work, and rising regulatory demands—strong internal controls are vital.
This session explores how charities and not-for-profits can reinforce risk management strategies and safeguard their mission.
Gain practical insights on building and maintaining an effective internal control system that protects your organization, enhances accountability, and sustains public trust.

Speakers:

Jillian Tonet
Senior Manager, Advisory Services
Doane Grant Thornton LLP
With over 10 years of industry experience, Jillian leverages her ability to approach complex organizational challenges from both a people and a process perspective, creating solutions and driving change through stakeholder consultation, insightful research, and actional improvement recommendations.

Andrew Yoon
Principal, Assurance Services
Doane Grant Thornton LLP
Andrew has over a decade of auditor experience for private entities, advising on complex transactions and internal controls across industries. He’s passionate about helping clients grow through strategic insights and opportunity exploration.

Shaun Wang
Senior Manager, Risk and Internal Audit
Doane Grant Thornton LLP
Shaun brings years of experience in delivering IT risk and control processes including designing test for internal controls, testing operational effectiveness identifying deficiencies evaluating control gaps, and providing recommendations for control improvements.