Meet Our Founders
In 2019, Thomas and Mike started a small meet-up for ACL Analytics users in Vancouver. The idea was simple: swap tips, scripts, and shortcuts that make audits faster and better. As the community expanded and new tools emerged, the group evolved into GAAX—the Global Audit Analytics Exchange—where we explore the full audit analytics toolkit, from ACL to whatever helps get the job done.
Mike Pretorius
Co-Founder
Mike uses his background in financial auditing, coupled with an understanding of IT systems and data structures to help organizations turn their data into business intelligence through data analysis techniques. Mike has earned his ACDA (ACL Certified Data Analyst) and CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor) designations. He is a Past-President of the Vancouver Chapter of ISACA (Information Systems Audit and Control Association). .
Thomas Steeves
Co-Founder
ACDA, ACCIS, HighBond certified professional with over twenty (25) years applied experience in technical programming, analytics development, Diligent (ACL) Analytics, Analytics Exchange, HighBond ACL Robotics configuration, Power BI, and QlikView development.