Oregon Secretary of State

2nd Annual Oregon Audit Summit

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Tue. October 15th - Wed. October 16, 2024
​ Evergreen Aviation and Space Museum | McMinnville, Ore.


The Oregon Audits Division and the National Association of State Auditors, Comptrollers and Treasurers (NASACT) are excited to announce the 2nd Annual Oregon Audit Summit taking place in October. We are able to offer free registration to the summit again this year as a service to the Oregon audit community with the goal of providing skill and relationship building opportunities.

We hope to see you in McMinnville in October!

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If you would like to be included on a mailing list to receive summit information, please email us at auditsummit.sos@sos.oregon.gov.

Cost and CPE

The summit is free to attend, but space is limited. We estimate 14 hours of CPE will be available​. CPE will be verified and certificates provided by NASACT. 

Attendees will need a computer or smart phone to access the CPE conference website. To receive CPE, be sure to check-in and out of each session you attend. More information will be made available closer to the Summit. ​

Schedule​

Please note: Program is subject to change.

​​​​​​​​Tuesday, October 15, 2024

8:00 – 8:45 a.m.

Welcome Breakfast

8:45 – 10:00 a.m.

General Session #1
Toby Groves, PhD. - Opening Keynote​

10:00 – 10:10 a.m.

Break

10:10 – 11:00 a.m.

Concurrent Session #1
Toby Groves, PhD*

Concurrent Session #2
Lex Tingey - Conflict of Interest (ethics) ​

11:00 – 11:15 a.m.

Break

11:15 – 12:05 p.m.

Concurrent Session #3
Shanda Miller - Building Strong Teams​

Concurrent Session #4
Todd Albert, Sarah Landis, P.K. Runkles - Public Records Requests Panel​

12:05 – 1:35 p.m.

Networking Lunch Event

1:35 – 2:25 p.m.

Concurrent Session #5
Courtney Hilton and Jessica Ritter - IT Auditing for non-IT Auditors​

Concurrent Session #6
Laura Kerns - Report Writing

2:25 – 2:35 p.m.

Break

2:35 – 3:25 p.m.

General Session #2
Kristine Adams-Wanberg, Brian Evans, Jennifer McGuirk, and Simone Rede - Elected Auditors Panel​

3:25 – 3:40 p.m.

Break

3:40 – 4:55 p.m.

General Session #3
Gary Blackmer - Closing Keynote​

4:55 – 5:15 p.m.

First Day Closing Remarks

*Please note: Details will be updated as more information becomes available.


Lunch Networking Event

Join us for our networking lunch event in the Museum Space Mezzanine. Lunch will be served along with light appetizers and refreshments as you network with your fellow auditors. More details coming soon!




​​​​​​​​​​Wednesday, October 16, 2024

8:00 – 8:45 a.m.

Breakfast

8:45 – 10:00 a.m.

General Session #4
Kenza Abtouche, Kathy Davis, Lori Garreston, Ian Green and Kevin Manley - Multi-state Medicaid Panel​

10:00 – 10:10 a.m.

Break

10:10 – 11:00 a.m.

Concurrent Session #7
Aaron Hiddleson and Geoff Hill - Financial Auditor presentation​

Concurrent Session #8
Chris Brubaker - Prohibited Use of Office (ethics) ​

11:00 – 11:10 a.m.

Break

11:10 – 12:00 p.m.

Concurrent Session #9
Erin Holbrook - Soft Skills Session*

Concurrent Session #10
Matt Kaufman​

12:00 – 1:00 p.m.

Lunch

1:00 – 2:15 p.m.

General Session #5
Emily Fiocco and Michelle Greene ​​- Hands on AI​

2:15 – 2:45 p.m.

Break
Air Museum Mezzanine

2:45 – 3:35 p.m.

General Session #6
Nicholas Kristof*

3:35 – 3:40 p.m.

Session Transition

3:40 – 4:55 p.m.

General Session #7
Pam Stroebel ​Powers - Standards Update and Closing Keynote​

4:55 – 5:00 p.m.

Summit Closing Remarks

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*Please note: Details will be updated as more information becomes available.

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Summit Brochure

​Click here for the Summit Brochure, which includes the full schedule and presenter bios.

Logistics and FA​Q​ ​

​​​​​​​Evergreen Aviation & Space Museum Theater Event Center LobbyEvergreen Aviation & Space Museum

500 Northeast Captain Michael King Smith Way, McMinnville, OR 97128


​The Evergreen Aviation & Space Museum is located 3.5 miles southeast of McMinnville, Oregon, on Highway 18 across from the McMinnville Municipal Airport. It is approximately one hour from Portland and 40 minutes from Salem.

There is no hotel block for the summit. However, there are some hotels in and around McMinnville that may honor government rates.

Breakfast and lunch will be provided both days of the summit as well as snacks and beverages throughout each summit day.

General and concurrent sessions will take place in the Theater & Event Center. Below is a map of the Evergreen campus. When arriving on campus, the road splits into a "Y" in front of the Aviation museum. Head to the right at the "Y" and park anywhere in the main parking lot.

The concurrent and general sessions will take place in the Columbia Room and Theater Auditorium, which are located on the 1st floor of the Theater and Event Center. Once inside the front doors of the building, the Columbia Room is to the left of the lobby, and the Theater Auditorium is to the right. The Theater Auditorium can also be accessed from the 2nd floor.

Map of Evergreen Aviation and Space Museum property.​​​



​​​Who is eligible to attend?

All internal and external auditors serving a city, county, state, federal or tribal government in Oregon.


What is the conference dress code?

Conference Sessions: Business casual. Layers are recommended as temperatures can fluctuate and comfy shoes are always advised. It’s good to take care of your feet! 


Will meals be provided and what will be served?

Yes! Breakfast and lunch will be provided both days of the summit as well as snacks. Meals will be provided as buffets that include vegetarian and gluten-free options. ​If you have specific dietary needs not addressed above, please be prepared ahead of time.

Lunch each day will take place in the Main Hall, which is on the mezzanine level of the Space Museum. When you exit the Theater & Event Center, head to the right (East) and enter the main entrance to the museum. Then go to the left of the admission desk. There is a flight of stairs and elevator just past the restrooms that will take you right up to the Main Hall.

On day two, the extended afternoon break will take place on the Aviation Mezzanine. The Aviation Museum is on the opposite side of the parking lot (West) and is a mirror image of the Space Museum. Once inside the front doors, there is a flight of stairs to the right that leads to the mezzanine level. The snack area will be on the North side of the mezzanine, which is to the right at the top of the stairs.


Where should I park and what does it cost?

Parking is free, plentiful, and located directly at the venue.

When arriving on campus, the road splits into a “Y” in front of the Aviation museum. Head to the right at the "Y" and park anywhere in the main parking lot.


What should I expect at the Lunch networking event?

This year we're trying something new and hosting a lunch networking event. More details to follow!​


How will I receive CPE and how many hours are available?

CPE is handled by NASACT. NASACT will be using electronic check-in/check-out and electronic evaluations.  Attendees will need a smart phone or device that can access the internet. Attendees can receive up to 14​ hours of CPE.


What if I want to attend sessions that conflict? Will I be able to view the other session?

Unfortunately, sessions will not be recorded or available to view later, but we will be working to make presentations and session materials available to all attendees post-conference.


Do I need to bring anything with me?

Yes, please bring a pen and paper or an electronic device to take notes. Additionally, a device with internet access is required to document CPE credits and for participation in some sessions.​


Is there a way for me to see or communicate with my fellow attendees for networking purposes?

We are hosting a lunch networking event in the Space Museum on Tuesday, October 15. There will also be opportunities to network over breaks and meals. We will also distribute a list of attendee names and email addresses.


Where can I access session presentations and materials?

If provided, session materials can be found in the schedule section above​​.


Will I have access to WI-FI?​

Yes, WI-FI is available across the Evergreen campus. The network is Evergreen-Events. Please check-in with the registration table for the attendee WI-FI password.


What should I expect at the Lunch networking event?

This year, we're trying something new and hosting a lunch networking event called Networking Bingo. Each attendee will receive a bingo card with various questions or prompts. To play, you'll need to meet fellow attendees who match the descriptions on your card. Introduce yourself, get the person to initial your square, and once you've marked off five squares in a row—whether diagonally, vertically, or horizontally. Bring your card to the planners for confirmation and a prize! Attendees are encouraged to mingle and fill out their bingo card while enjoying lunch in the Space Mezzanine. ​


​​​​​Q​uestions?

If you are interested in presenting at the Oregon Audit Summit, we would love to hear from you. Please email us at Summit Program Team.

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