About | RM Advisory Services

John Glass, CPA MBA

John is the Managing Principal and founder of RM Advisory Services LLC. He is 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.

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 earned 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, CPA

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. When she is not busy with meeting various financial & reporting deadlines, Vani loves to do yoga, read, volunteer & spend time with her daughter & family.

Oyin Sanya, CISA

Oyin Sanya stands as an experienced Information Technology Auditor with over eight years of experience. Prior to joining RM Advisory Services LLC., Oyin previously held IT audit leadership and systems development positions at Big 4 Public Accounting Firms, Fortune 500 companies, and Media industries. Oyin has a diverse background of performing internal and external audits, as well as advisory and consulting work.

Oyin graduated from Frostburg State University in 2014, with a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting and is currently pursuing her MS in Information Technology at the University of Maryland. Oyin is Certified Information Systems Auditor and is a member of the Information Systems Audit and Control Association (ISACA) and the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA).

Amber Tran

Amber is an IT Auditor with RMAS, bringing nine (9) years of Federal advisory experience, and eight (8) years of IT Audit experience. Amber holds a Bachelors’ Degree in Decision Science and Management Information System. She has experience with DoD financial management systems at U.S. Army, Department of Navy (DON), Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA), and Treasury and has experience with SSAE 18 SOC1, FISMA/FISCAM and NIST Standards 800-37, NIST 800-53A and NIST 800-18. Outside of work, Amber loves spending time with her family and her 8-month-old Aussie Doodle puppy.

Ramsha Ashraf

Ramsha brings nine years of diverse experience to her role as a senior auditor. She has a strong background in financial analysis and compliance, having worked with two Big 4 Accounting Firms. Prior, Ramsha contributed to the Centers for Medicare Services audit team, where she honed her skills in navigating complex regulatory environments. Ramsha expanded her expertise by working on both the Army Working Capital Fund and General Fund teams, gaining valuable insights into government financial operations. Currently, as a contractor to a top 20 CPA firm, Ramsha serves as a key member of the Department of Defense Audit team, where she continues to demonstrate her proficiency in identifying and mitigating audit risks.

Ramsha is a proud alumna of George Mason University, where she earned her Bachelor Degree in Accounting. While at Mason, she enriched her academic experience through participation in three impactful study abroad trips to Nanyuki, Kenya, Paris, France, and Israel and Palestine. Ramsha also dedicated time to intern with the Virginia House of Delegates and served as a teaching assistant to adults with intellectual disabilities on George Mason’s campus.

Omid Fashandi

Omid Fashandi is a Senior Information Technology Auditor for RM Advisory Services, LLC, specializing in IT auditing, performing FISMA and FISCAM audits.

Omid attended George Mason University where he received his undergraduate degree in Information Systems and Operations Management. While at George Mason, Omid was also a member of the Delta Sigma Pi Professional Business Fraternity. During his time outside of work, Omid is a huge DC sports fan. Omid also enjoys spending time with his family and friends, dancing, exploring new places, exercising, and watching Netflix.

Joel Van Ryn, CISA

Joel Van Ryn serves as a Senior Information Technology Auditor for RM Advisory Services, bringing his skills to the firm since 2021. His focus has been on a project supporting our client on an external audit of a Department of Defense agency. His proficiency extends to GAGAS audit methodologies, utilizing frameworks such as FISCAM and NIST 800-53.

Joel graduated with a bachelor’s degree from George Mason University, where he double majored in accounting and information systems/operations management, complemented by a minor in business analytics. He is also a Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA).

In his free time, Joel stays active through weightlifting, running, and fishing on the local lakes. Additionally, he serves as a non-commissioned officer in the Virginia Army National Guard.

Courtney Southerland

Courtney Southerland is a Senior Federal Auditor for RM Advisory Services, LLC, bringing three years of GAGAS audit experience, including two years supporting federal financial statement audits.

Courtney received her Master of Business Administration degree in Accounting from Liberty University achieving a 3.82 GPA, in addition to her Bachelor of Accounting degree also from Liberty University.

Marvin Kon, MBA CDFM

Marvin Kon has begun a senior manager role after taking some time to tend to family matters. Marvin will assist our client in their quest for DoD auditable financial statements. Marvin brings 25 years of government contracting experience, in addition to almost 20 years in corporate and public accounting.

Marvin spent the first 29 years of his life in Montreal, achieving an undergraduate degree in Accounting and Finance and an MBA both at Concordia University. Marvin enjoys playing hockey, attending DC sports events, live music, movies, reading about almost anything – but especially cars, sports, and the natural world. Marvin is married to a Trademark attorney, has three grown children, but no grandkids yet.

Sandra Nwoke, CISA

Sandra stands as Senior Audit Consultant at RM Advisory Services. Bringing over a decade of experience in internal audit, liaising, and Consulting support, she provides RM Advisory Services with support in developing a strategy and plan to overcome material weaknesses identified in Army internal audits.

Sandra attended Jones International University where she received her Master’s degree in Accounting while also completing an A-123 internship with FEMA. She also obtained her Bachelor of Science degree in accounting from Virginia Commonwealth University while treasuring for the school’s African Student Union Association. During her time outside of work, Sandra enjoys dancing, being artistic in the beauty space, and ushering in her local church.