Maria Memon

Maria Umar Memon is the Head of Internal Audit at FrieslandCampina Engro Pakistan Limited, bringing over extensive expertise in internal controls evaluation, risk management, and corporate governance. She has a proven track record of establishing and transforming internal audit functions across diverse industries, including FMCG, healthcare, energy, and manufacturing, fostering compliance, transparency, and operational excellence.

Since joining FrieslandCampina Engro Pakistan, Maria has played a key role in strengthening governance and internal controls, enhancing operational efficiencies, and providing strategic insights to the Board Audit Committee and executive leadership. She has successfully led value chain audits, operational risk assessments, and digital audit transformations, ensuring transparency and process optimization. Additionally, she oversees the ‘Speak Up’ process locally, aligning it with the global framework to foster a culture of accountability and ethical conduct.

She is committed to fostering a culture of integrity, resilience, and operational excellence, with a passion for delivering actionable insights that drive business success. She is the fellow member of Institute of Chartered Accountants of Pakistan (FCA), FCMA-UK and Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), coupled with advanced expertise in audit technology and data analytics. She is recognized for her innovative approach to audit technology and governance, having implemented AI-driven audit analytics and digital risk monitoring to optimize processes and enhance decision-making.

With a strong commitment to integrity, efficiency, and business transformation, Maria continues to drive audit excellence and strategic risk management at FrieslandCampina Engro Pakistan.