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