Dwayne A. Woodruff, Cpa, MBA, And Cida
About Dwayne A. Woodruff, Cpa, MBA, And Cida
Dwayne A. Woodruff is the Director of Audit Services at American Electric Power, where he has worked since 2014, specializing in energy trading audits. He holds an MBA and a Certified Investment and Derivatives Auditor (CIDA) certification, showcasing his expertise in investment and derivatives auditing.
Work at American Electric Power
Dwayne A. Woodruff has held multiple positions at American Electric Power (AEP) since 2001. He currently serves as the Director of Audit Services, a role he has held since 2017. Prior to this, he worked as a Senior Manager in Internal Controls from 2014. His previous roles at AEP include Senior Project Manager for Internal Audits, Manager of Business Process Improvement, and various auditing positions. His extensive tenure at AEP has provided him with a deep understanding of the company's operations and internal processes.
Education and Expertise
Dwayne A. Woodruff earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a focus on Business Administration and Accounting from Malone College, completing his degree from 1994 to 1998. He furthered his education by obtaining an Executive MBA from Ohio University, graduating in 2005. He holds a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation and the Certified Investment and Derivatives Auditor (CIDA) certification, which underscores his expertise in auditing, particularly in investment and derivatives.
Background
Before joining American Electric Power, Dwayne A. Woodruff gained experience in auditing at KPMG US and Deloitte. He worked as an Auditor and Senior Auditor at KPMG from 2000 to 2001 and as Audit Staff at Deloitte from 1998 to 2000. His early career laid the foundation for his extensive knowledge in auditing practices, which he has applied throughout his career at AEP.
Achievements
Dwayne A. Woodruff has developed extensive experience in energy trading audits, covering both domestic and international markets. His roles at American Electric Power have allowed him to specialize in auditing services related to energy trading, leveraging his CPA and CIDA certifications. His contributions to the field of internal auditing have been significant, particularly in enhancing internal controls and business processes within the organization.