IMPACT: Women in Leadership

By Mary Ann Brown

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IMPACT: Women in Leadership is the podcast for women navigating careers in government contracting (GovCon), public sector leadership, and business growth.


Join host Mary Ann Brown for candid conversations with accomplished women leaders who share the real stories behind their success—the wins, setbacks, career pivots, and leadership lessons that shaped their journeys. From earning promotions and building business pipelines to leading teams, negotiating with confidence, and securing a seat at the table, each episode delivers practical strategies you can apply right away.


Whether you're an emerging leader, manager, entrepreneur, or executive in the GovCon space, IMPACT provides the insights, inspiration, and career advice you need to grow your influence and accelerate your success.


Subscribe and join conversations with women making an impact across government, industry, and technology—sharing the lessons, challenges, and wins that shaped their careers. 


Visit govforum.io to explore more shows from the FORUM Media Network and upcoming webinars featuring today's leading voices in GovCon, government, technology, and business leadership.


Episode Date
Leading Through Uncertainty: Risk, Resilience & the Future of Security
Apr 29, 2026
Lead with Clarity: Scaling Global Tech Teams & Owning Your Voice
Apr 22, 2026
Women Leading the Future of Cybersecurity and Mission-Critical Technology
Apr 15, 2026
Winning in GovCon: Leadership, Capture Strategy, and the Future of Federal Contracting
Mar 25, 2026
From National Media to Community Transformation: A Masterclass in Strategic Leadership and Operational Excellence
Mar 18, 2026
Executing Innovation at Scale: Leading Global Engineering Teams in Cybersecurity
Mar 11, 2026
Leading Through Complexity: Driving Government Innovation & Lasting Impact
Mar 04, 2026
Bet on Yourself: Leadership, Federal Contracts & Scaling Your Business
Feb 25, 2026
Leading Large-Scale Change: Modernizing Government IT with Laura Johnston Stash
Feb 18, 2026
Human-Centered, Data-Driven Leadership: Scaling Federal Innovation with Olivia Trivisani Bowker
Feb 11, 2026
Being Seen, Heard & Believed: Julie Murphy on Leadership, Credibility, and Influence
Feb 04, 2026
(Encore Episode) The Power of Strategic Intelligence: Lisa Shea Mundt on Winning Billions and Leaving a Legacy of Impact
Jan 21, 2026
Human-Centered Leadership in Action: Em Allan on Impact and Innovation
Jan 07, 2026
Inside the Creative Leadership of Dolores Kuchina-Musina, PhD: OTAs, Deep Work & STEM Inspiration with Whimsical Adventure Companion, Mura the Dinocorn®
Dec 16, 2025
Inside The Cyber Guild: How Debbie Sallis Empowers Cyber Leaders
Dec 02, 2025
From DOE CIO to Distinguished Professor: A Conversation with Ann Dunkin of Georgia Tech & Dunkin Global Advisors
Nov 30, 2025
Emily Hsu: The Strategist with Soul — Designing for Impact in Government Technology
Nov 23, 2025
Live at the Impact & Inspire Luncheon: Alexa Tsui on Leadership, Cancer, and Changing GovCon Culture
Nov 18, 2025
Dr. Nicole Oxley: Leading with Purpose and Impact in Federal Technology
Nov 11, 2025
Rebecca Link: Leading with Resilience and Realism in the Federal Contracting Space
Nov 04, 2025
Joan Bishop: Leading with Strategy, Service, and Heart in Federal Technology
Nov 02, 2025
Redefining Heroism: Carly Mitchell on Leadership, Legacy, and Service
Nov 02, 2025
Empowering Leadership with Cathy Muha: A Legacy of Service and Impact
Oct 31, 2025
From Small Business to Federal Powerhouse: Taelor Salmon's Blueprint for Women in Government Contracting
Oct 29, 2025
Driving Adoption of AI and Emerging Technologies: A Conversation with Alexis Bonnell
Oct 26, 2025
From Air Force to Salesforce: Mia Jordan’s Journey in Global Go-to-Market Leadership
Oct 21, 2025
From Lab to Leadership: Dr. Mary Kate Yost-Daljev on Building Impact in Public Health
Oct 19, 2025
Leading with Purpose: Rachel Heckel on Building Legacy and Impact at Sault Tribe Inc.
Oct 14, 2025
Turning Complexity into Clarity: Insights from CEO Dr. Kimberly McClain
Oct 12, 2025
The Power of Strategic Intelligence: Lisa Shea Mundt on Winning Billions and Leaving a Legacy of Impact
Oct 07, 2025
From Bottlenecks to Breakthroughs: Leadership Lessons and AI Strategies with Kym Ali
Oct 05, 2025
Breaking Barriers in Government Digital Services
Jul 21, 2025
Navigating Disruption and Leadership with Dr. Lydia Kostopoulos
Apr 14, 2025
Leading with Purpose: Mika Cross on Shaping the Future of Women in Government Leadership
Mar 30, 2025
Shaping the Future of Leadership with Dr. Knitasha Washington
Mar 18, 2025
Empowering Innovation with Dr. Linda Bixby
Mar 11, 2025
Leading with Purpose and Impact with Victoria Bowens
Mar 09, 2025
Empowering Leadership with Jennifer Ives
Mar 06, 2025
Setting a Seat at the Table with Dolores Kuchina-Musina
Mar 05, 2025
Leading with Vision: Karlene Stecchi on Empowerment and Innovation
Mar 05, 2025
Empowered Leadership and Purpose with Marisa Veseli
Mar 04, 2025
Empowering Veterans: Solitaire Carroll on Leadership in Public Service
Mar 02, 2025
Shaping the Future of Leadership with Kelly Bennett
Feb 23, 2025
Shaping the Future of Leadership with Sarah Moffat
Feb 18, 2025
Empowering Leadership and Shaping the Future with Denise Rainey
Feb 16, 2025
Navigating Leadership and Innovation: Insights from Mary Reding
Feb 11, 2025
Empowering Change: Phedra Arthur Iruke on Leadership and Resilience
Feb 09, 2025
Leadership Sparks: Lessons from Stephanie Geiger, CEO of Geiger Consulting Group
Jan 27, 2025
Driving Success: Laura Howton on Sales Leadership and Empowerment
Jan 26, 2025
Driving Growth and Innovation: Charlotte Lee on Leadership at Granicus
Jan 26, 2025
Breaking Barriers & Leading with Authenticity: A Conversation with Carla Briceno
Jan 21, 2025
From Resilience to Leadership: Tomika Anderson Greene's Journey of Empowerment and Impact
Jan 21, 2025
Purpose-Driven Leadership: Lessons in Growth and Solidarity with Michaelle Guerrero
Jan 19, 2025
Shaping Leadership Through Transformation – A Conversation with Susannah Reed
Jan 13, 2025
Advocating for Change: Zaneta Adams on Leadership in Veterans Affairs
Jan 07, 2025
Empowering Leadership: Navigating Challenges and Opportunities with Gloria Fenwick
Jan 06, 2025
Leading for Change: Stacy Noblet’s Journey in Sustainability and Empowering Women
Jan 05, 2025
Transforming Customer Experience: Monica Mack on Leadership at M3T Cx Authorities
Nov 24, 2024
Innovating for Impact: Carmen Jenkins on Growth and Technology Leadership
Nov 19, 2024
From Service to Success: Marie Ingol's Impactful Leadership
Nov 17, 2024
Leading with Purpose: Angela Hamlin on Consulting and Empowerment
Nov 12, 2024
Leadership, Growth, and Mentorship: Shaping the Future of Women in Leadership with Karen Cinibulk
Nov 06, 2024
Leading with Purpose: Ratima Kataria on Inspiring Growth and Embracing Change
Nov 05, 2024
Breaking Barriers: Lori Smith on Leading with Purpose in Government Contracting
Nov 01, 2024
Celebrating Inspiration: Holly McKenzie on the 24th Annual Heroines of Washington Awards
Oct 25, 2024
Strategic Growth and Leadership: Insights from Tan Wilson of Entellect
Oct 20, 2024
Shopping For The Right Future with Kameke Mitchell
Oct 20, 2024
Data-Driven Leadership: Maria Durham's Journey in Health Care Policy
Oct 15, 2024
Navigating Leadership: Insights from Carrie Kramer at MetaPhase Consulting
Oct 13, 2024
Leading with Heart: Bianca Berrios on Empowerment and Impact
Oct 07, 2024
Reaching New Heights: Tabisa Taliwaku Kalisa on Leadership and Innovation at NASA
Oct 01, 2024
Elevating Leadership with Trey Theimer
Sep 29, 2024
Leading Innovation: Jessica Maloney’s Vision for Federal Tech and Leadership
Sep 15, 2024
Empowering People and Missions: A Conversation with Janet Brewer, Chief People Officer at Arcfield
Jul 22, 2024
A Focus on Helping Others with Marissa Parisi of Coforma
May 31, 2024
Leading Large Corporations with Stacy Schwartz of RingCentral
May 31, 2024
Focused on Driving Success with Monica Rosser
May 16, 2024
Committed to Driving Innovation with Laura Stash
May 06, 2024
A Strategic Plan For Leadership with Melanie Cook
Apr 29, 2024
Making An Impact In Customer Experiences with MaryAnn Monroe
Apr 19, 2024
Making an Impact in a Digital Landscape with Tahera Zamanzada
Apr 16, 2024
Making a Difference While Making an Impact with Kamala Green
Apr 16, 2024
Building Relationships and Solving Problems with Laura Garrison
Apr 16, 2024
Providing Value Driven Solutions with Lauren Weiner
Apr 16, 2024
Impacting the Lives of Wounded Warriors
Apr 16, 2024
Making a Difference in the Future for Children
Apr 16, 2024
Leading The Way in a Complex Industry with Kyra Stewart
Apr 14, 2024
Making an Impact in Veterans Lives with Dr. Lisa Roberts
Apr 07, 2024
Being the Ringmaster of Your Future with Jennifer Folsom
Mar 17, 2024
Leading the Way with Results Driven Leadership with Valerie Mattison Brown
Feb 29, 2024
Designing Data Governance from the Ground Up with Lauren Maffeo
Feb 29, 2024
A Lifetime of Experience Guiding the Way with Sue Speck
Feb 18, 2024
An Eye for Design with Emily Ryan
Feb 13, 2024
Leading by Example with Leslie Wagstaffe
Jan 01, 2024
Keeping an Eye to the Future with Joyce Hunter
Dec 18, 2023
Leading with Authenticity with Debbie Opiekun of Leidos
Dec 04, 2023
Making an Impact and Finding Solutions for Federal Agencies: Amanda Warfield
Nov 21, 2023
A Focus on Inclusivity with Shanika Palm
Sep 14, 2023
Talking Accessibility with Martha Wilkes of the Department of Veterans Affairs
Sep 12, 2023
An Event Not To Miss: Jingle and Mingle
Dec 07, 2022
An Event Not To Miss: FedHealthIT100 Awards
Nov 30, 2022
Taking the Lead In the Healthcare Space
Nov 16, 2022
The Importance of Passion in Healthcare
Nov 09, 2022
NIH CISO Provides Insight on Future of FedHealthIT
Nov 02, 2022
A Can’t-Miss Event: The 5th Annual Leading for Impact, Women in Leadership Awards
Oct 26, 2022
Making a Splash in the FedHealthIT Space
Oct 12, 2022