Audit conference
Audit Summit 2026
Join us for Audit Summit 2026
The 2026 Audit Summit will take place at the stunning Flying Horse Resort & Club in Colorado Springs, CO – an exceptional backdrop for both high-impact learning and elevated experiences.
This event will delve into the latest trends in audit technology and methodologies and provide a unique chance to connect with industry leaders and peers, enhance your professional skills through informative sessions, and build your strategic roadmap for the future.
You won't want to miss this comprehensive learning and networking opportunity in a beautiful setting.
Date & Location
July 28 - 30, 2026
Colorado Springs, Colorado
See a quick recap Audit Summit 2025
Registration information
$1,245 per person
Your registration fee of $1,245 per person covers two days of learning, discussion, collaboration, and consultation that you won’t want to miss.
Event highlights include:
- High-quality educational sessions driven by leading audit professionals and subject-matter experts. 14 CPE* credits available.
- Networking opportunities in a relaxed, upscale setting — ideal for connecting with peers and industry leaders.
- Resort amenities to enhance your time away from sessions — stay refreshed and rejuvenated in between content blocks.
- Evenings designed for fun and collaboration — enjoy the ambiance of Flying Horse and make the most of your time in this beautiful setting.
Please note: Your hotel room is at your own expense. Please see our hotel information and discounted rate below.
Sessions and agenda
Select each day to view the agenda for this event.
Day 1 - July 28, 2026
| All day | Arrivals |
| 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm | Event Registration |
| 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm | Welcome Reception with drinks and hors d'oeuvres |
Post Welcome Reception | Dinner on Your Own
Day 2 - July 29, 2026
| 7:30 am - 8:30 am | Breakfast and Registration |
| 8:30 am - 9:15 am | Welcome and Keynote – Elevating Audit Excellence |
| 9:15 am - 10:30 am | At a Crossroads - The State of the Profession, and What it Means for you Firm |
| 10:30 am - 10:45 am | Break |
| 10:45 am - 12:00 pm | Bridging the Gap – Developing Fundamentals in an AI Enabled Audit Environment |
| 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm | Lunch and Round Table Discussions |
| 1:00 pm - 1:45 pm | Operationalizing Quality – What to Expect from Year 2 of the Engagement Quality Management, and the implementation of SAS No. 146 |
| 1:45 pm - 2:45 pm | Panel Discussion: From Skeptic to Advocate – Real Auditors on AI Adoption |
| 2:45 pm - 3:05 pm | Break |
| 3:05 pm - 4:45 pm | Prompt Engineering Workshop for Auditors |
| 4:45 pm - 5:00 pm | Wrap-up |
| 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm | Dinner & Networking |
Day 3 - July 30, 2026
| 7:30 am - 8:30 am | Breakfast |
| 8:30 am - 9:30 am | Ethical AI in Auditing – Applying the Code of Professional Conduct to Emerging Technology |
| 9:30 am - 10:30 am | From Task Delegation to Talent Development – Leading Staff Growth in the AI Era |
| 10:30 am - 10:45 am | Break |
| 10:45 am - 11:45 am | Defensible Documentation in the Age of AI |
| 11:45 am - 12:45 pm | Lunch |
| 12:45 pm - 1:45 pm | Common and Pervasive Peer Review Deficiencies (and How to Avoid Them) |
| 1:45 pm - 2:45 pm | Workshop - Your 90-day Implementation Plan (People, Process, Technology, Quality) |
| 2:45 pm - 3:00 pm | Wrap-up and Closing Remarks |
| 3:00 pm | Departures |
Audit Summit 2026 presenters
We're assembling an exceptional lineup of audit profession leaders and experts to share their insights at this year's Audit Summit.
Stuart Cobbe
Senior Director, Product Management
Thomson Reuters
Stuart Cobbe is a product leader with a proven track record at the intersection of AI and professional services. He is currently responsible for the Audit product portfolio at Thomson Reuters, where he is building agentic AI solutions for audit professionals.
Previously, he was part of the product leadership team at MindBridge, where he contributed to high-level product prioritization, led zero-to-one product initiatives, and oversaw product marketing. He co-founded Brevis, which was later acquired by MindBridge, and built an award-winning analytics team from scratch at a top 10 accounting practice in the UK.
He is passionate about empowering CPAs with cutting-edge technology.
Faba Daniel, CPA
Senior Manager, Product Management
Thomson Reuters
Faba Daniel is a Senior Manager in Product Management at Thomson Reuters, where she brings deep accounting, audit, and practice management expertise to product strategy and development. Faba first joined Thomson Reuters as an A&A Consultant with the AuditWatch team training accounting firms on current and emerging accounting and auditing standards, audit efficiencies, and professional development across all experience levels. Subsequently, Faba assumed leadership of both the AuditWatch and TaxWatch teams as Business Manager, helping drive operational success and client-focused education initiatives..
Before joining Thomson Reuters, Faba spent nine years in public accounting. Her experience spans a range of industries, including manufacturing, distribution, private equity, not-for-profit, and healthcare. In addition to serving clients, she also led local and national training sessions for staff and experienced auditors.
Faba earned her bachelor's degree in Business Administration from Boston University, with concentrations in accounting, finance, and management information systems. She is a licensed Certified Public Accountant in New York and a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants.
Stephanie Lanke, CPA
Senior Consultant
Thomson Reuters
Stephanie specializes in providing training on current and upcoming accounting and auditing standards, audit efficiencies, and various level training to professional firms.
She brings 10+ years of public accounting and 13 years of A & A Consulting experience to the AuditWatch team. She also spent six years as the Associate VP for Finance and Controller at Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology, where she was responsible for financial reporting, tax, budget, risk management, sponsored programs, and student financial services.
Stephanie holds Bachelor’s degree in Accounting and a Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree from Indiana State University. She is a licensed Certified Public Accountant in Indiana, and a Certified Fraud Examiner. She is also a member of the AICPA, Indiana CPA Society, and the Association for Certified Fraud Examiners.
Aaron Walkins
Senior Product Manager
Thomson Reuters
Aaron Walkins is a Senior Product Manager at Thomson Reuters, where he works with cross functional teams to build AI-powered tools for financial auditors. He works at the intersection of audit workflows and emerging AI capabilities, focused on making complex technology practical for the people who use it every day. Before moving into audit tech, Aaron spent years at Hewlett Packard in category management, supporting enterprise hardware lines including servers, storage, networking, and devices.
Corey Wells
General Manager, Audit
Thomson Reuters
Corey serves as General Manager of Audit at Thomson Reuters, where he leads the company’s global audit software, services, and solutions portfolio. He is focused on helping audit firms modernize their workflows, improve quality and efficiency, and confidently meet rising regulatory and client expectations through technology‑enabled audit innovation and trusted AI.
With 25 years of experience across audit, risk, professional services, and enterprise technology, Corey brings a rare combination of practitioner insight and operating leadership. Prior to joining Thomson Reuters, he spent seven years in senior technology leadership roles, most recently serving on the executive leadership teams at Fieldguide and Workiva. Prior to his technology career, Corey co‑founded and built an international audit and risk advisory services firm over a 13-year period, and served as Chief Audit Executive for Canada’s second‑largest airline.
Operating out of his home base in Phoenix, Arizona, Corey is a dual Canadian-US citizen and graduate of the University of Calgary with a bachelor’s degree in Finance. Corey holds the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) designation, in addition to multiple audit and risk management certifications (CIA, CRMA, CFP).
Hotel and travel information
Flying Horse Resort & Club in Colorado Springs
Special discounted hotel rate until June 27, 2026
We are pleased to share that attendees will enjoy a discounted rate** of $365 per night, plus a $35 daily resort fee and applicable taxes and fees.
When making your reservation, please reference:
Thomson Reuters: 2026 Audit Summit July 28–30
Your stay at Flying Horse will be part of the Audit Summit experience. The resort provides plenty of options for both day and evening.
- Boutique-style lodge with luxurious rooms and suites
- On-site dining; multiple restaurants from casual to fine dining.
- Spa and wellness offerings — perfect for unwinding after a full day of sessions
- Resort and golf club amenities — scenic views, outdoor spaces, and an elevated atmosphere
Flying Horse Resort & Club
1880 Weiskopf Point
Colorado Springs, CO 80921
844-768-2684
Please call to make your reservation
To ensure the best availability, we recommend booking by phone at 844-768-2684, so you can:
- Request pre/post-conference nights at our discounted rate.
- Select from all available room types (kings or double queens)
- Receive assistance from the hotel team if your preferred option isn’t shown online
You may also book online, but please note that you may not see all rooms and will not be able to book extended stays using the booking link.
Looking for things to do beyond the event? Check out this page for details.
Whether you’re flying directly into Colorado Springs or traveling from Denver, reaching the resort is convenient and scenic:
Colorado Springs Airport (COS) — just 35 minutes from the resort. A quick and easy drive north through open skies and mountain views brings you right to the gates of Flying Horse.
Denver International Airport (DEN) — approximately 75 minutes away. The route south to Colorado Springs showcases breathtaking views of the Front Range and Pikes Peak, offering a memorable start — and finish — to your Audit Summit experience.
Featured sponsors
*CPE Credits: Thomson Reuters, Tax & Accounting, Professional Software & Services is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) as a sponsor of continuing professional education on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. State boards of accountancy have final authority on the acceptance of individual courses for CPE credit. Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be addressed to the National Registry.
**Group rate is based on availability. To qualify for the group rate, your reservation must be booked in advance of the hotel cutoff date. you may be able to take advantage of our special rate three nights before and three nights after the event. We recommend booking your hotel by phone at 844-768-2684 to ensure you get the exact room and booking timeframe you need.
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