In this episode of the "All Things Financial Management" podcast, presented by the Society of Defense Financial Management (SDFM) and Guidehouse, Ms. Calandra Layne, Director of Financial Improvement and Audit Remediation at the Office of the Undersecretary of the Defense Comptroller, sat down with host Tom Rhoads to discuss top of mind issues in the financial management community. The pair discuss Ms. Layne’s career journey to her current role, her work towards creating a positive and nurturing team culture as a critical leader, how this supports the DoD and FIAR mission, advice for breaking into the industry and more. Listen to this new episode to gain valuable insight into changing the way people think about annual financial statement audit efforts.

In this episode of the "All Things Financial Management" podcast, presented by the Society of Financial Management and Guidehouse, Mr. Rich Brady, CEO of Society of Defense Financial Management (SDFM, formerly ASMC), sat down with host Tom Rhoads to discuss the latest ongoings in the financial management space. The pair discuss Mr. Brady’s path to his current role, the successes of the recent PDI, why the organization rebranded to SDFM, and advice for young professionals. Listen to this new episode to gain valuable insight. 

In this episode of the "All Things Financial Management" podcast, presented by the Society of Defense Financial Management (SDFM) and Guidehouse, Greg Koval, Assistant Deputy Commandant, Resources in the United States Marine Corps sat down with host Tom Rhoads to discuss the latest ongoings in the financial management space. The pair discuss Mr. Koval’s path to his current role, lessons learned at the Marine Corps that can be applied to DoD as a whole, and advice for young professionals and more. Listen to this new episode to gain valuable insight. 

In this episode of the "All Things Financial Management" podcast, presented by the American Society of Military Comptrollers (ASMC) and Guidehouse, Ms. Sue Goodyear, DLA Finance J8 Director and Chief Financial Officer and current President of ASMC’s Washington Chapter, sat down with host Tom Rhoads to discuss the latest ongoings in the financial management space. The pair discuss Ms. Goodyear’s path to her current role, her experience as President of the ASMC Washington Chapter, advice for young professionals and more. Listen to this new episode to gain valuable insight.

In this episode of the "All Things Financial Management" podcast, presented by the American Society of Military Comptrollers (ASMC) and Guidehouse, Ms. Eulica Kimber, Director of Audit Readiness for Office of the Assistant Secretary of the Army (Acquisition, Logistics, and Technology) (ASA(ALT)), sat down with host Tom Rhoads to discuss Army audit readiness and the intricacies of internal controls. Uncover the importance of systematic processes, cross-functional narratives, and risk management in creating a robust financial environment. Gain valuable insights into building a successful control environment and preparing for audit readiness.

In this episode of the "All Things Financial Management" podcast, presented by the American Society of Military Comptrollers (ASMC) and Guidehouse, Ms. Debra Del Mar Senior FM Systems Advisor, Office of Under Secretary of Defense for Financial Management/Comptroller, sat down with host Tom Rhoads to discuss her unique journey from the industry side to government service. They discuss the Department of Defense's financial management strategy, its unique approach including a shared vision and the focus on accelerated progress. Ms. Del Mar also shares valuable lessons learned from the Marine Corps' migration to Defense Agencies Initiative (DAI) and offers advice for early career professionals. This episode emphasizes the importance of leadership, a focus on materiality, strong partnerships, and a collaborative all-in approach.

In this episode of the "All Things Financial Management" podcast, presented by the American Society of Military Comptrollers (ASMC) and Guidehouse, Mr. Aaron Harding, Chief Financial Officer, and Chief Operating Officer at Defense Security Cooperation Agency (DSCA), sat down with host Tom Rhoads to discuss security cooperation, its significance, and challenges.

In this episode of the "All Things Financial Management" podcast, presented by the American Society of Military Comptrollers (ASMC) and Guidehouse, Ms. Kim Laurance, Assistant Deputy Chief Financial Officer in the Office of the Under Secretary of Defense (Comptroller), sat down with host Tom Rhoads to discuss the changing landscape for women in leadership.

In this episode of the "All Things Financial Management" podcast, presented by the American Society of Military Comptrollers (ASMC) and Guidehouse, Ms. Tina Pierce, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Financial Operations at the Department of the Air Force, sat down with host Tom Rhoads to discuss the Air Force’s goals of downgrading material weaknesses in 2023 and in particular the Fund Balance with Treasury. Pierce further shares many of the challenges she has faced along her journey and what she has learned in the process of overcoming them.

Mr. Carlos Rodgers, Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary of the Air Force for Financial Management and Comptroller, sat down with host Tom Rhoads to discuss the Air Force’s financial management strategic plan and how the organization will achieve its three primary goals of developing and retaining a highly-skilled FM team, harnessing technology to enhance accountability, and optimizing resources, mitigating risk and improving service to customers.

In this episode of the "All Things Financial Management" podcast, presented by the American Society of Military Comptrollers (ASMC) and Guidehouse, Mr. Stephen Roncone, former CFO at ICE, sat down with host Tom Rhoads to discuss the financial system modernization program at ICE and the importance of utilizing data to advance the agency’s mission.

Please note: At the time of recording, Mr. Roncone was the CFO of ICE.