Where Is the ALGA Conference in 2026? (Location, Sessions & Events)

If you’re planning your year as a local government internal auditor, the ALGA Conference 2026 should be at the top of your list.

This guide covers the ALGA 2026 location, recommended sessions, and key networking events you won’t want to miss.

Join the conference on May 3rd - 6th.

Where Is the Association of Local Government Auditors Conference 2026?

The ALGA Conference 2026 will be held in Cleveland, Ohio at the The Hilton Downtown Cleveland in Cleveland, Ohio.

🎯 What the ALGA Conference Focuses On

The ALGA annual conference is one of the most practical events for internal auditors in local government.

In 2026, key themes include:

• AI in internal auditing
• Data analytics for auditors
• Fraud detection and prevention
• Internal controls and risk management
• ERP data and audit efficiency
• Real-world audit case studies

These sessions are designed for auditors who want practical tools, not just theory.

⭐ Recommended ALGA Sessions @ 10:30 on May 5th from the City of Tulsa, OK Internal Audit team

CS#29. Auditing With Community Input: A Radical Shift in Risk Assessment and Audit Scoping | Auditing-Governmental

What if your audit plan could be shaped not just by internal risk assessments, but by the voices of residents and frontline staff? This session introduces a new approach we call Pre-Audit Risk Refinement. We use tools from social science such as interviews, focus groups, surveys, and digital engagement to gather rich, representative input to sharpen audit focus and build community trust. Learn how partnering with a sociologist and treating community members as stakeholders not only empowers the public but also strengthens the influence and relevance of the audit function. This model makes audits more targeted, defensible, and transformational

• Nathan Pickard, City Auditor, City of Tulsa, OK

• Michael Stout, Deputy City Auditor, City of Tulsa, OK

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🍻 ALGA 2026 Happy Hour for Auditors

Looking to connect with other auditors outside of sessions?

We’re hosting a networking happy hour during the ALGA Conference 2026 in Cleveland, and you’re invited on Tuesday night!

Hosted by ThirdLine & UHY

• Meet internal auditors from across the country
• Talk through real audit challenges
• Share ideas on analytics, AI, and audit modernization

👉 Register for the ALGA Happy Hour:
https://4yvnf.share.hsforms.com/288JENvzjQPa8haLFtWs6kQ

🚀 What We’ll Be Talking About at ALGA 2026

At ThirdLine, we’ll be discussing how internal audit teams can:

• Audit 100% of ERP transactions instead of sampling
• Turn P-Card policy into testable analytics (Living Policy)
• Use AI to match receipts and invoices to transactions
• Identify fraud risks in vendors, AP, payroll, and access
• Reduce audit preparation time significantly

If your team is exploring audit analytics, AI, or ERP-based auditing, this is the conversation to have at ALGA.

📅 Why Attend the ALGA Conference 2026?

The ALGA Conference in Cleveland is one of the best opportunities to:

• Earn CPE credits
• Learn modern audit techniques
• See how other governments are using data
• Network with peers in internal audit

With the increasing importance of data analytics and AI in auditing, 2026 is a key year to attend.

🔚 Final Thoughts

The ALGA Conference 2026 in Cleveland, Ohio is shaping up to be a must-attend event for local government auditors.

If you're attending:

• Plan your sessions early
• Prioritize analytics and AI topics
• Make time to network

And don’t miss the chance to connect at our happy hour.

👉 Save your spot:
https://4yvnf.share.hsforms.com/288JENvzjQPa8haLFtWs6kQ

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