Charles Calovich

Biography

Charles Calovich, Industry Principal at Workiva, is a governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) expert serving the EMEA region. With a deep understanding of technology and over 11 years of experience, he brings a unique combination of industry knowledge and a refreshing approach, fostering growth and localization in EMEA. With his passion for GRC transformation and commitment to establishing best practices, Charles is dedicated to enhancing assurance functions and helping GRC professionals thrive.

One of Charles’ recent accomplishments was his pivotal role as a member of the Review Advisory Group for the TELOS Feasibility Study Report, 'Digitization of Sustainability Information: A Study to Assess the Feasibility and Value of a Registry for Digital Taxonomies.' Throughout his involvement in this study, he demonstrated his expertise in how to leverage technology for sustainability information management and develop valuable digital taxonomies. 

Moreover, Charles actively engages with the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) where he recently served as a panelist at the global conference, providing practical guidance on navigating the challenges presented by the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD). Additionally, Charles has partnered with esteemed organizations like ECIIA, FERMA, and ecoDa as a moderator for several ESG and assurance webinars.