Experience That Inspires Confidence

Built on precision, trust, and expertise

The Work Behind the Vision

OUr Mission

We make compliance understandable and attainable.

Our mission is to help businesses navigate the audit and compliance process with confidence. We believe that compliance should support your growth, not slow it down. By combining deep technical knowledge with a personal approach, we ensure every client understands what to expect and how to prepare.

Building Trust Through Integrity and Partnership

Meet The Founders

A decade plus of experience guiding clients through complex audits.

Arthur Thomas, CCSK

Arthur brings over a decade of audit and cybersecurity experience shaped by influential roles at Grant Thornton, BDO and A-LIGN, where he led complex assurance and compliance engagements and contributed to developing firm-wide methodology and best practices. His background and leadership inspired the creation of Certra, a licensed CPA firm dedicated to delivering clear, reliable, and high-quality SOC 1, SOC 2, HIPAA, and audit readiness reports.

Arthur blends deep technical knowledge with practical guidance, helping organizations strengthen their security posture while confidently navigating regulatory requirements. He has supported hundreds of organizations across technology, fintech, healthcare, and SaaS industries, consistently reducing audit friction and improving long-term governance practices. Known for his integrity, client-first approach, and commitment to long-term partnership, he strives to make the compliance journey both clearer and more meaningful for every organization he supports.

Tara Howard, CPA

Tara Howard is a seasoned Certified Public Accountant and the Director of Compliance at Certra, where she serves as the lead reviewer and signor of SOC 1, SOC 2, and SOC 3 reports. She brings extensive experience in audit oversight, financial reporting, and regulatory compliance, combining precision with practical insight across SOC engagements. Known for her collaborative approach and commitment to accuracy, Tara helps organizations strengthen their control environments while reducing audit friction. Her leadership ensures every report meets the highest standards of quality, clarity, and professionalism.

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