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Introduction of Newly Appointed Internal Audit Director, Shirley McFadden (10min)
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Date of BOCC Meeting: April 23, 2026
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The Board is invited to meet Shirley McFadden, Durham County's new Internal Audit Director, and welcome her as she steps into leadership of the County's internal audit operations.
McFadden officially assumed the role on April 13, 2026, bringing more than 20 years of experience in internal audit, compliance, and risk assessment across city, county, and state government. She was selected for her proven track record in building systems and processes that strengthen oversight and improve departmental efficiency.
Most recently, McFadden served as Deputy Director of Internal Audit for Guilford County, where she developed the County's annual audit plan, directed quality assurance across departments, and drove improvements to business processes and operational efficiency. Prior to that, she held the role of Business System and Internal Control Manager at the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction, where she designed workflow automation for internal and external customers and analyzed controls for new request system procedures. Her career in internal audit began at the Wake County Public School System, and she has also served at the North Carolina Office of the State Auditor and the City of Raleigh, where she was a Senior Internal Auditor.
In her new role, McFadden will lead an internal audit team responsible for conducting performance audits, evaluating internal controls, and advancing the County's commitment to transparency and fiscal responsibility.
Alignment with Strategic Plan: This item aligns with multiple goals of the strategic plan.
Resource Persons: Claudia Hager, County Manager
County Manager’s Recommendation: The County Manager recommends that the Board meet the new Internal Audit Director, Shirley McFadden.
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County Manager: ____________________________