INVITATION TO THE AUDIT, GOVERNANCE AND RISK MANAGEMENT FORUM, 11TH TO 14TH SEPTEMBER 2024 AT THE VOI WILDLIFE LODGE, TSAVO NATIONAL PARK, TAITA TAVETA

<p>The Cooperative Alliance of Kenya presents its compliments to your SACCO.</p>

<p>The Cooperative Alliance of Kenya (CAK) is the National Apex Organization for Kenya&#39;s Co-operative Movement. Our mandate as CAK is advocacy, lobbying, promotion of knowledge management, shared service and capacity building among the cooperative leadership.</p>

<p>The CAK wishes to extend an invitation to participate in an in-depth Audit, Governance, and Risk Management forum from the <strong>11th to 14th September 2024 </strong>at the <strong>Voi Wildlife Lodge, Tsavo National Park, Taita Taveta County </strong>under the theme: &ldquo;<strong>Integrating continuous improvement in audit and risk management strategies for Co-operatives of Tomorrow.&rdquo;</strong></p>

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The main objective of the forum is to facilitate knowledge exchange, fostering of collaboration, and driving innovation in the audit, governance and risk management space in the co-operatives movement.</p>

<p>Your attendance presents a unique opportunity to bench-mark and apply the following outcomes;</p>

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<li><strong>Enhanced Governance Practices:</strong> focus on adoption of best practices in governance, including transparency, accountability, and ethical decision-making, which can strengthen your leadership of cooperatives and improve overall your organizational performance.</li>
<li><strong>Improved Risk Management Strategies:</strong> development of robust risk mitigation strategies to address potential threats and uncertainties, ensuring the long-term sustainability and resilience of your cooperatives.</li>
<li><strong>Increased Compliance with Audit Standards:</strong> realize the importance of compliance with audit standards and regulatory requirements, leading to improved financial reporting, internal controls, and audit processes within your cooperative.</li>
<li><strong>Strengthened Stakeholder Confidence:</strong> establish commitment to sound governance, effective risk management, and transparent audit practices, cooperative leadership can enhance stakeholder trust and confidence, attracting investment, partnerships, and support for cooperative initiatives.</li>
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<p>The forum is suitable for;</p>

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<li><strong>Board Directors, </strong></li>
<li><strong>CEO&rsquo;s and Senior Management </strong></li>
<li><strong>Supervisory Committee Members, </strong></li>
<li><strong>Audit, Financial &amp; Risk Managers</strong></li>
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<p>The investment towards this is <strong>Kshs 75,000 (Forum Only) </strong>and<strong> Kshs. 120,000 (Forum &amp; Accommodation Package</strong>). Transport is self-organized. Early bookings for the SGR Train are highly advised.</p>

<p>This forum aims to empower cooperative society leadership with the necessary tools and knowledge to effectively manage audit, governance, and risk management functions of the cooperative entities and societies in Kenya, ultimately contributing to the long-term success and sustainability of the cooperative movement.</p>

<p>Your participation in this forum will be instrumental in fostering good governance, risk management, and financial stewardship within cooperative societies. We believe that your expertise and insights will greatly contribute to the success of this event.</p>

<p>Kindly confirm your participation by <strong>31st August 2024 </strong>to confirm your attendance. <strong>Please note, 11th September 2024 is the travel date </strong>and<strong> 14th September 2024 is the return travel date.</strong> Confirmation is by payment and sharing of details. For any inquiries or assistance regarding the conference, please feel free to contact Lydiah Omwoyo through <a href="mailto:lydia@cak.coop">leonard@cak.coop</a>, <a href="mailto:cak.coop2@gmail.com">cak.coop2@gmail.com</a> OR <strong>+254 711 930184</strong>. The payment details are as below;</p>

<p><strong>Bank&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; </strong><strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; </strong><strong>: &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; </strong>Co-operative Bank of Kenya Limited</p>

<p><strong>Account Name</strong><strong> </strong><strong>: &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; </strong>Co-operative Alliance of Kenya Ltd</p>

<p><strong>Account No.</strong><strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; </strong><strong>: &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; </strong>01120161356900</p>

<p><strong>Bank Branch</strong><strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; </strong><strong>: &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; </strong>Karen</p>

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<p>We look forward to hosting you as we pursue &ldquo;<strong>Integrating continuous improvement in audit and risk management strategies for Co-operatives of Tomorrow,&rdquo;</strong> and to thrilling discussions as we seek to better our cooperatives of the future.</p>