FedHeads, including returning cohost Loren DeJonge Schulman, heard about the work of the CDO Council from CDO Chair Ted Kaouk and Vice Chair Dan Morgan. And they both shared the secret to a pristine GAO report card!

Episode 235: The CDO Council

In this episode of the "All Things Financial Management" podcast, presented by the American Society of Military Comptrollers (ASMC) and Guidehouse, Mr. Tom Steffens, Deputy Chief Financial Officer, Department of Defense, sat down with host Tom Rhoads to discuss the Department of Defense’s financial management efforts, as well as key takeaways from the 2022 financial audit and goals going into 2023.

DoD Financial Management Strategy and Audit Efforts with Mr. Tom Steffens

In this episode of the "All Things Financial Management" podcast, presented by the American Society of Military Comptrollers (ASMC) and Guidehouse, COL Samuel B. Glover II, Military Deputy for Resource Management Directorate (G8) at the Army Materiel Command, sat down with host Tom Rhoads to discuss the concept of digital trust and aspects of leadership that are critical to helping financial managers be successful in today’s environment.

The Triple Play of Financial Management with COL Samuel B. Glover II

In Episode 20 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.

Embracing Data Analytics within the OCFO with Mr. Stephen Roncone

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.

Discussing the Air Force’s Financial Management Strategic Plan With Mr. Carlos Rodgers

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.

Downgrading Material Weaknesses with Ms. Tina Pierce

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.

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The Changing Landscape for Women in Leadership with Ms. Kim Laurance

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.

Security Cooperation and Its Importance with Mr. Aaron Harding

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.

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Transforming Financial Management and the Power of Collaboration

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.

All Things Financial Management

Army Audit Readiness Unveiling the Secrets of Internal Controls with Ms. Eulica Kimber

FedHeads talked behavioral insights with Partnership for Public Service Senior Manager David Garcia, who shared nuggets from the Partnership and Grant Thornton Public Sector report, A Nudge in the Right Direction. 

Check out the report: 
https://ourpublicservice.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/Behavioral-Insights_FinalVersion.pdf

Episode 141: A nudge in the right direction

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Episode 141: A nudge in the right direction

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