About | RM Advisory Services

John Glass, CPA MBA

John is the Managing Principal and founder of RM Advisory Services LLC. He a seasoned financial professional with over 30 years of audit and accounting experience, including extensive experience with Big Four accounting, mergers & acquisitions, initial public offerings, SEC compliance and the Sarbanes-Oxley compliance process. His consulting experience includes substantive involvement with six IPOs in his career, the development and implementation of Sarbanes-Oxley compliance programs, reengineering financial systems to shorten the month-end close cycle, financial modeling, M&A support, and other financial planning projects.

John’s background includes international business experience in Canada, Australia, Europe, Russia and Eastern Europe. He served as a Director of Merger & Acquisitions for the aviation services group of a $3 billion publicly traded aerospace firm and spent 11 years in the audit practice of Ernst & Young LLP. He is experienced audit partner and is responsible for overseeing services to Department of State, Department of Homeland Security, National Science Foundation, Department of Defense and other Federal agencies. Mr. Glass holds a Masters of Business Administration from York University and is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA).

Bob Koeppen

Bob serves as a Managing Director for RM Advisory Services and oversees business development and operations activities. He has more than 24 years of financial management experience including leading audit and audit advisory programs. Bob specializes in the management of consultant teams, recruitment, and strategy development for business growth. Bob comes from Guidehouse (Formerly PwC Public Sector) where he served on the leadership team which oversaw the company’s largest engagement, the Air Force Financial Improvement and Audit Readiness (FIAR) program. His passion for helping his clients meet their goals has allowed him to develop long-standing relationships within the Federal Sector.

Prior to working in Government consulting, Bob spent 11 years working for Morgan Stanley, Bank of America and Credit Suisse as an energy trader managing hedging programs for large electricity producers. He holds a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Communications Sciences from the University of Connecticut and is a member of the American Society of Military Comptrollers (AMSC). Bob lives in Alexandria, Virginia with his wife and three children and spends his weekends coaching and attending various youth sporting events.

Daniel Vu-Duc

Daniel provides business development, audit remediation, and client liaison services at RM Advisory Services. He has experience in internal/external IT audit and project management, including extensive audit experience with Federal agencies. Daniel also serves on the RMAS leadership team by helping drive forward business development plans, recruitment efforts, and the strategic vision for the firm.

Prior to joining RM Advisory, Daniel conducted FISMA and FISCAM audits at Williams Adley & Co, LLP. His responsibilities included planning and executing internal controls risk assessments and evaluating federal systems against the Risk Management Framework (RMF), which entailed the inspection of security documentation against the NIST 800 series for agencies such as the Department of State, Defense Finance and Accounting Services, and the Department of Transportation. Daniel attended Goucher College where he played soccer and holds a Bachelor of Arts in Business Management and Economics. When Daniel is not serving clients, he’s an avid golfer and enjoys renovating his home, doing DIY projects.

Johanna Bryan, MHRM

Johanna stands as the Human Resources Manager of RM Advisory Services LLC. Bringing experience in recruitment, employee retention, and human resources support, she provides RM Advisory Services with support in Human Resources and Human Capital development. Johanna identifies professional staff for the full spectrum of Federal audit and advisory positions, from associate to executive levels including roles requiring specific technical skills and security clearances.

Johanna attended Marymount University where she received her undergraduate degree in Psychology while also standing as an NCAA athlete and volleyball team captain. Following, she was offered a full graduate assistantship scholarship and achieved her Master of Human Resource Management degree also from Marymount University. During her time outside of work, Johanna enjoys family time with her husband and two young children, as well as gardening, crocheting, and baking.

Vani Arora

Vani is the Finance Manager of RM Advisory Services LLC. She assists in developing & implementing accounting controls, procedures & operational strategies to drive success within the company. She is responsible for contract management, full-cycle GL Accounting and Month Close Process. She brings in her experience to design, maintain, and communicate effective internal control systems, establish systems & practices like cost reduction, automation & lasting business relationships. She also takes care of financial reporting & analysis, in the process- recommending, implementing & improving standard accounting policies & procedures. She also manages Treasury, Payroll, Benefits, AR & AP Functions.

Vani joined RMAS with 15+ years of progressive Financial Accounting experience in both public & private accounting space. She also has 7+ years of experience as an Outsourced controller for different non-profit groups leading various fiscal, state & single audits. In her roles, Vani has collaborated with various functional departments & finance teams to assist with FP&A, along with preparing, analyzing & distributing BVA reports to the management, boards, executive committees & departmental heads. When she is not busy with meeting various financial & reporting deadlines, Vani loves to do yoga, read, volunteer & spend time with her daughter & family.

Scott Carpenter, CPA

Scott provides audit remediation, client liaison, and business development services at RM Advisory Services. He has experience in external and internal audit, project management, and data analytics. Scott also serves on the RMAS leadership team by helping execute the strategic vision for the firm, business development plans, and recruitment efforts. He holds a Bachelor’s of Accounting from Towson University and is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA).

Prior to joining RM Advisory, Scott gained experience in both the public and private accounting industries while working at JBG Smith and Ellin & Tucker. His responsibilities included planning and executing financial statement audits, internal controls risk assessment, implementation of accounting processes, and financial management over several commercial properties. When he’s not servicing clients, he’s spending time with his wife and two dogs. Catching up on their favorite shows, knocking out house projects, and finding the best food spots in town.

Zak Kennedy, CISA, CDPSE

Zak is a Senior Consultant and IT subject matter expert within the Government Contracting Services practice of RM Advisory Services. He has experience in internal/external IT audit and project management, including extensive audit experience with Federal agencies. Zak provides audit remediation and client liaison services at RMAS. He is an active member of the Association of Government Accountants (AGA) and holds a position on the board of his local chapter.

Before joining RM Advisory, Zak conducted FISMA and FISCAM audits for various federal agencies. His responsibilities included planning and executing internal controls risk assessments and evaluating federal systems against the Risk Management Framework (RMF), which entailed the inspection of security documentation against the NIST 800 series for agencies such as the Department of State, Department of the Navy, and the Department of the Air Force. Zak attended the University of Central Florida where he was a member of the Phi Gamma Delta International Fraternity and holds a Bachelor of Arts in Communications. When Zak is not serving clients, he’s an avid movie-goer and enjoys lifting weights and riding his motorcycle. He is married and has two large breed dogs and two cats.