Chapter Leadership

Elie Abdel Sater is a seasoned Senior Internal Audit Manager with extensive expertise in risk management, internal controls, and fraud prevention. With over eighteen years of experience in the banking, fintech, and insurance sectors, he excels in leading audits, identifying control gaps, and implementing strategies that strengthen organizational governance.
Beyond his managerial role, Elie is a dedicated educator, lecturing in internal audit, forensic accounting, and managerial finance at several Lebanese universities. He also actively contributes to the professional community, holding leadership positions within the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) and the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE).
He holds several professional certifications, including Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), Certified Governance Risk Compliance Auditor (GRCA), Certified Enterprise Risk Management (CERM), and a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Banking and Finance. Elie is skilled in risk-based auditing, fraud investigation, corporate governance, compliance assessments, and business process reengineering.
Elie is known for his commitment to improving audit practices and promoting transparency, while leveraging technology to drive innovation and enhance audit efficiency.
