Tammi Dukes
Tammi Dukes, MBA, is a seasoned executive leader in audit, risk management, and compliance with more than 15 years of experience guiding organizations through complex regulatory and operational landscapes. Based in Farmington, Michigan, she has built a reputation for transforming internal audit functions into strategic assets that not only safeguard organizational integrity but also enhance efficiency and stakeholder confidence. Her expertise spans enterprise risk management, governance and compliance strategy, internal controls, and operational excellence, positioning her as a trusted advisor to executive leadership, boards, and audit committees.
Throughout her career, Dukes has led global audit teams across North America, Europe, and Asia, bringing a forward-thinking approach to risk assessment, SOX compliance, fraud mitigation, and process optimization. She has held senior leadership roles, including Vice President of Internal Audit at Coupa Software and Adient, where she directed enterprise-wide audit strategies and implemented innovative risk management frameworks. In addition to her audit leadership, she has contributed to sustainability initiatives, overseeing ESG strategy development and reporting, and ensuring alignment with evolving regulatory standards and stakeholder expectations.
Beyond her corporate achievements, Dukes is an entrepreneur and governance leader committed to driving impact across sectors. She is actively building her own financial consulting practice, providing audit, assessment, and bookkeeping services to small businesses and nonprofit organizations. She also serves as Chair of the Board of Regents at Kentucky State University, demonstrating her dedication to education and community advancement. Known for her integrity-driven leadership style and strategic insight, Dukes continues to seek executive-level opportunities where she can strengthen governance structures, elevate risk practices, and deliver measurable value to organizations and their stakeholders.
• Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated
• Kentucky State University
• LINDEN GROVE SCHOOL
• Bowling Green State University - MBA
• Kentucky State University
What’s the best career advice you’ve ever received?
The best career advice I ever received came early in my career from a seasoned mentor who took me under her wing. She told me to always be kind to everyone because you never know who you might work for—or who might work for you—one day. She emphasized that your reputation and character are everything, and that treating people with respect and integrity can have a lasting impact on your career. That lesson has stayed with me ever since.
What advice would you give to young women entering your industry?
The advice I would give to young women entering my industry is to be flexible. We often come in with a clear plan for how we think our careers or lives will unfold, only to discover within the first year that things rarely go exactly as expected. I’m not suggesting you go without goals, but I do encourage embracing flexibility, because some of the most rewarding opportunities and experiences come from the unexpected.
What are the biggest challenges or opportunities in your field right now?
I believe the current political environment is having a significant impact on the job market. One of the biggest challenges is that organizations are often trying to do more with less, which can make it harder for people to find opportunities. At the same time, this creates an opportunity for us to be creative in carving out our own paths—especially when we want to pursue work that we’re truly passionate about.
What values are most important to you in your work and personal life?
The value that is most important to me in both my work and personal life is integrity. Character and integrity guide how I interact with others, because I believe that trust is the foundation of any relationship—whether professional or personal. People should be able to rely on you, trust what you say, and have confidence in what you do. Integrity has always been my guiding principle.
Locations
Maximizing Resources
Farmington Hills, MI 48334