Mike Van Stone, Cissp, Cpa, Cisa
About Mike Van Stone, Cissp, Cpa, Cisa
Mike Van Stone is a Senior Director of Internal Audit at Cantaloupe Inc, with extensive experience in internal audit and risk management across various companies. He has held leadership roles at organizations such as McKesson, Neenah, and Deloitte, and is recognized for his contributions to employee development and the internal audit profession.
Current Role at Cantaloupe
Mike Van Stone serves as the Senior Director of Internal Audit (Head of IA) at Cantaloupe Inc. He has held this position since 2022, working from Sandy Springs, Georgia. In this role, he acts as an advisor to the Executive team and the Board of Directors, utilizing his extensive experience in internal audit and risk management.
Previous Experience in Internal Audit
Prior to his current role, Mike held several significant positions in internal audit. He worked at Neenah as Internal Audit Senior Director from 2021 to 2022 and previously as Internal Audit Director from 2018 to 2021. His experience also includes a tenure at Ionic Security, where he served as Internal Audit Director from 2014 to 2018 and as Senior Director for six months in 2018. His career in internal audit spans multiple organizations, showcasing his expertise in the field.
Professional Background in Finance and Audit
Mike's professional background includes various roles in finance and audit. He worked at McKesson in multiple capacities, including Internal Audit Manager and Financial Reporting Manager, from 2005 to 2014. His experience also extends to Deloitte, where he served as Audit Senior Accountant and In-charge Accountant from 1997 to 2000. Additionally, he worked at Brink’s as International Financial Reporting Manager and Audit Supervisor, contributing to his comprehensive understanding of financial reporting and audit processes.
Education and Qualifications
Mike Van Stone studied at the University of Richmond - Robins School of Business, where he earned a B.S.B.A. in Accounting with a minor in Spanish from 1992 to 1996. He completed his high school education at LaSalle College High School from 1988 to 1992. He holds several professional certifications, including CISSP, CPA, and CISA, which underscore his qualifications in the fields of audit and information security.
Contributions to the Field of Internal Audit
Mike has made significant contributions to the field of internal audit as a speaker and author. He has shared his knowledge on various topics related to internal audit and has a demonstrated history of fostering employee development within his organizations. His leadership in establishing and leading audit departments has garnered formal recognition from external auditors and other functional leaders.