Paul Bates

Paul Bates is an experienced Internal Audit Manager currently at Kroll, where they focus on risk-based operational, financial, and compliance audits. Previously, they served as Regional Internal Audit Manager at Ingredion Incorporated and held various roles in internal controls and project management across notable organizations such as JACOBS DOUWE EGBERTS and EY. They earned a Bachelor's degree in Accounting from Gies College of Business at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. With expertise in internal audit, compliance, and fraud prevention, Paul has successfully led projects and presented findings to senior management globally.