AuditCon 2026 brings two distinct keynote experiences to New Orleans, with fresh perspectives on creativity, leadership, innovation, AI, analytics, and the future of internal audit. Get to know the speakers who will take the AuditCon stage and what you can expect from their sessions.
Tucker Bryant
Monday, September 28 | 8:15–9:30 a.m.
Tucker Bryant is a nationally renowned poet, artist, former Google leader, and sought-after speaker who helps organizations turn creativity into a practical leadership advantage. Drawing on his experience in Silicon Valley and the creative principles artists have used for centuries, Tucker challenges leaders to break out of familiar patterns, rethink what is possible, and approach innovation in new ways.
Trent Russell | Live from AuditCon: The Audit Podcast
Tuesday, September 29 | 8:10–9:25 a.m.
Trent Russell is the Founder of Greenskies Analytics. Prior to founding Greenskies Analytics, he served multiple industries in EY’s IT Risk Assurance practice. He later joined the Financial Service Office at EY and facilitated the development of data analytics procedures. At Greenskies, Trent develops audit analytics and AI strategies, makes the analytics and AI initiatives actually work, and moves internal audit teams up the maturity model. In addition to serving his clients, Trent hosts The Audit Podcast and facilitates quarterly audit analytics roundtables.
See Them Live at AuditCon 2026
Join the higher education audit community in New Orleans, September 27–October 1, for keynote experiences, practical education, peer exchange, and more. Attendees can earn up to 22.5 CPE credits throughout AuditCon 2026.