All Things Financial Management

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The Society of Defense Financial Management (SDFM) and Guidehouse present “All Things Financial Management,” a podcast series surrounding relevant topics in defense and national security. Guidehouse Partner and host, Ruba Elbasha, sits down with guests to discuss all things under the auspices of the Comptrollers’ Office and address pressing issues in the financial management community. Disclaimer: This podcast and related materials do not constitute an endorsement of Guidehouse Inc. or any other non-federal entity. The opinions, anecdotes, and any other comments made by the presenter or interviewee do not represent any position of the United States Government, the Department of Defense, other components of the United States Government whether official or unofficial. Any opinions, anecdotes, and any other comments made by the presenter or interviewee are their own and are made in their personal capacity alone.

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June 4, 2026Episode 4212 min

Leading SDFM through change with Rich Brady

In this episode of the "All Things Financial Management" podcast, presented by the Society of Defense Financial Management (SDFM) and Guidehouse, Rich Brady, Chief Executive Officer of the Society of Defense Financial Management, joins host Ruba Elbasha to discuss the evolution of SDFM and its role in supporting the defense financial management community. Listen in conversation covering organizational transformation, changes to SDFM’s operating and events model, and the Department’s priorities related to auditability, modernization, and workforce efficiency.

April 29, 2026Episode 4032 min

A career perspective in a changing FM landscape with Melissa Blakesly

In this episode of the "All Things Financial Management" podcast, presented by the Society of Defense Financial Management and Guidehouse, Melissa Blakesly, Associate Deputy Assistant Secretary for Congressional Budget and Appropriations Liaison, Office of the Assistant Secretary of the Air Force for Financial Management and Comptroller (SAF/FML), sits down with host Tom Rhoads to reflect on a career shaped by mobility, mentorship, and a willingness to take on new challenges. Tune in for a wide-ranging conversation about navigating a nonlinear career in public service, the important of developing and supporting the FM workforce, and how practical applications of AI may help FM professionals turn data into actionable insight.

January 30, 2026Episode 3823 min

Reimagining audit at OUSW(C) with Shawn Lennon

In this episode of the "All Things Financial Management" podcast, presented by the Society of Defense Financial Management and Guidehouse, Shawn Lennon, Assistant Deputy Chief Financial Officer, OUSW(C), sat down with host Tom Rhoads to discuss the latest ongoings in the financial management space. Tune in for conversations about strategy to achieve a clean audit opinion, a groundbreaking financial statement, career advice and more.

July 30, 2025Episode 3718 min

Reflections on the Current Budget Environment with Russ Rumbaugh

In this episode of the "All Things Financial Management" podcast, presented by the Society of Defense Financial Management and Guidehouse, Russ Rumbaugh, Former Assistant Secretary of the Navy, Financial Management and Comptroller, sat down with host Tom Rhoads to discuss the latest ongoings in the financial management space. Tune in for conversations about the current budget environment, challenges in the financial management workforce, career advice and more.

June 25, 2025Episode 3634 min

Driving Progress in Audit at the U.S. Navy with Victoria Crouse

In this episode of the "All Things Financial Management" podcast, presented by the Society of Defense Financial Management and Guidehouse, Victoria Crouse, Former Deputy Director, Office of Financial Operations, DON Financial Management and Comptroller, sat down with host Tom Rhoads to discuss the latest ongoings in the financial management space. The pair discuss Victoria’s career trajectory to her role at DON, advice for early careerists and more. Listen to this new episode to gain valuable insight.

May 28, 2025Episode 3512 min

Audit Remediation, Fiscal Goals, and Career Advice with Mike Cook

In this episode of the "All Things Financial Management" podcast, presented by the Society of Defense Financial Management and Guidehouse, Mike Cook, G-8, Army Materiel Command (AMC), sat down with host Tom Rhoads to discuss the latest ongoings in the financial management space. The pair discuss Mike’s career trajectory to his current role at AMC, the team’s recent accomplishments and fiscal goals, and advice for early careerists. Listen to this new episode to gain valuable insight.

May 7, 2025Episode 3426 min

Striving Towards an Unmodified Audit Opinion with Mike McCord

In this episode of the "All Things Financial Management" podcast, presented by the Society of Defense Financial Management and Guidehouse, Mike McCord, Former Under Secretary of Defense (Comptroller) & CFO, sat down with host Tom Rhoads to discuss the latest ongoings in the financial management space. The pair discuss Mike’s career trajectory, advice for early careerists and more. Listen to this new episode to gain valuable insight.

March 26, 2025Episode 3317 min

Essential Elements for a Clean Opinion with Bridget Collins

In this episode of the "All Things Financial Management" podcast, presented by the Society of Defense Financial Management and Guidehouse, Bridget Collins, Chief of Finance and Accounting, Defense Threat Reduction Agency (DTRA), sat down with host Tom Rhoads to discuss the latest ongoings in the financial management space. The pair discuss Bridget's pathway to her current role at DTRA, how the agency was able to produce a clean opinion in their second year of audit without an extension, and a memorable experience when she spent time in Afghanistan. Listen to this new episode to gain valuable insight.

December 16, 2024Episode 3230 min

The Navy's Integrated Talent Management Approach with Pete Bowman

In this episode of the "All Things Financial Management" podcast, presented by the Society of Defense Financial Management and Guidehouse, Pete Bowman, Human Capital Branch Head, Office of the Secretary of the Navy, Financial Management and Comptroller, sat down with host Tom Rhoads to discuss the latest ongoings in the financial management space. The pair discuss Mr. Bowman’s pathway to his current role, an integrated talent approach in development at the Navy, and advice for young professionals. Listen to this new episode to gain valuable insight.

November 20, 2024Episode 3125 min

A Meaningful Career in Government Audit with Tesa Lanoy

In this episode of the "All Things Financial Management" podcast, presented by the Society of Financial Management and Guidehouse, Ms. Tesa Lanoy, CFO & Comptroller of the U.S. Special Operations Command, sat down with host Tom Rhoads to discuss the latest ongoings in the financial management space. The pair discuss Ms. Lanoy’s pathway to her current role, what makes SOCOM unique compared to other combatant commands, and advice for young professionals. Listen to this new episode to gain valuable insight.