Kitesh Patel

Kitesh Patel MBA is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in risk management and internal controls across various sectors. Currently serving as an Independent Committee Member for Acis Group and Director of Risk at Places for People, Kitesh has demonstrated a strong commitment to enterprise risk management and internal controls development. Previous roles include a Joint Audit, Risk and Assurance Panel Member for Leicestershire Police, Group Risk and Internal Controls Manager for Volkswagen Group UK Ltd, and Finance Compliance Team Leader at Mercedes-Benz UK Ltd. Kitesh began a career in auditing at Welland Internal Audit Consortium, advancing from Senior Auditor to Audit Manager, where significant improvements in audit delivery and productivity were achieved. Kitesh holds an MBA in Leadership Practice from The Open University and a Bachelor's degree in Accounts and Finance from De Montfort University.