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IMPACT Podcast Series

Mary Ann Brown, Tracey Aubey

IMPACT is FORUM’s signature podcast highlighting the women whose leadership, expertise, and vision are shaping the future of government, technology, and the federal contracting community. Each episode features in-depth, authentic conversations with executives, trailblazers, innovators, and rising leaders who are driving meaningful progress across the public and private sectors.The podcast explores a wide range of topics essential to modern leadership: building inclusive workplaces, navigating career

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19:22

Winning in GovCon: Leadership, Capture Strategy, and...

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2026/03/25

Send us Fan Mail Why do some companies consistently win federal contracts while others struggle to compete? In this episode of the Impact: Women in Leadership podcast, we talk with Jennifer Kasten, President of JBS International, Inc., about leadership and strategy in the fast-moving world of government contracting (GovCon), federal business development, and capture management. Jennifer shares lessons from her career partnering with federal agencies to address complex challenges t...

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17:04

From National Media to Community Transformation: A...

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2026/03/18

Send a text Big decisions. High stakes. Real impact. In this powerful episode of Impact: Women in Leadership, we feature Mary-Claire Burick, President of the Rosslyn Business Improvement District, for a masterclass in executive leadership, strategic planning, and organizational transformation. From launching the Fox News Channel to serving as Vice President of Washington Operations for Allbritton Communications — overseeing POLITICO, WJLA-TV, and NewsChannel 8 — Mary-Claire has bu...

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19:19

Executing Innovation at Scale: Leading Global...

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2026/03/11

Send a text What does it take to turn bold ideas into real-world impact — at a global cybersecurity company? In this episode of Impact: Women in Leadership, we sit down with Audra Simons, Vice President of Software Engineering, Global Products at Everfox. Audra is a results-driven technology leader who believes that innovation without execution is just noise. From startups to global blue-chip organizations, Audra shares the leadership lessons that translated across every en...

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16:50

Leading Through Complexity: Driving Government...

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2026/03/04

Send a text What does it take to lead when the stakes are highest? In this episode, we explore how mission-driven leadership, IT modernization, and organizational transformation are shaping the future of government and public-sector innovation. As CEO and co-founder of GovAllies, today’s guest works at the intersection of government leadership, technology strategy, change management, and organizational performance. GovAllies partners with public and private sector leaders to execute critical ...

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12:22

Bet on Yourself: Leadership, Federal Contracts &...

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2026/02/25

Send a text Are you ready to rethink leadership and scaling a business in complex environments? This episode of FORUM Impact: Women in Leadership features Nichole Priddy, Founder & President of Catalum Strategies, LLC, sharing how she transformed decades of government contracting experience into a thriving consultancy. Nichole’s journey spans managing $150M+ portfolios for the Department of Defense, VA, and DHS to helping organizations build structure, streamline operations, and scale wit...

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11:22

Leading Large-Scale Change: Modernizing Government IT...

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2026/02/18

Send a text What does leadership look like when you’re modernizing thousands of systems, managing millions in federal IT budgets, and guiding organizations through constant change? In this episode of FORUM Impact: Women in Leadership, host Mary Ann Brown sits down with Laura Johnston Stash, EVP at iTech AG, to talk about leadership, modernization, and driving predictable results in government and enterprise IT. Laura is an experienced executive with a proven track record solving complex chall...

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29:09

Human-Centered, Data-Driven Leadership: Scaling...

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2026/02/11

Send a text What does it take to modernize government systems without losing sight of the people they serve? In this episode of FORUM Impact: Women in Leadership, we sit down with Olivia Trivisani Bowker, Founder & CEO of Amivero, a mission-driven federal technology services firm advancing national security, public safety, and trusted government operations. With nearly two decades delivering IT initiatives across the Department of Homeland Security, Olivia shares how her early career expe...

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13:41

Being Seen, Heard & Believed: Julie Murphy on...

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2026/02/04

Send us a text What does it really take to lead when credibility, visibility, and trust are non-negotiable? On this episode of Impact: Women in Leadership, host Mary Ann Brown sits down with Julie Murphy, President of Sage Communications, to explore leadership at the intersection of technology, public sector, and high-stakes communications. With more than two decades of experience directing public relations, marketing, social media, and influencer programs, Julie shares the leadership lessons...

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9:59

(Encore Episode) The Power of Strategic Intelligence:...

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2026/01/21

Send us a text This episode holds lasting insight we wanted to share again. In this inspiring episode of the IMPACT: Women in Leadership Podcast, host Mary Ann Brown welcomes Lisa Shea Mundt, Co-Founder of The Pulse of GovCon, a research and advisory firm transforming how companies compete in the federal contracting space. With more than 14 years of experience in federal proposals and procurement strategy, Lisa has contributed to 200+ proposal efforts totaling billions of dollars ...

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11:49

Human-Centered Leadership in Action: Em Allan on...

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2026/01/07

Send us a text In this episode of IMPACT: Women in Leadership, host Mary Ann Brown talks with Em Allan, Vice President of VA Operations at Oddball. Em shares how she leads multidisciplinary teams of engineers, program managers, UX designers, and product leads to deliver the seamless digital experiences and high-quality care veterans deserve. She explains what motivates her work and what “making an impact” personally means in the federal tech space. Em also discusses how Oddball’s mission-driv...

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20:50

Inside the Creative Leadership of Dolores...

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2025/12/16

Send us a text In this episode of Forum IMPACT: Women in Leadership, host Mary Ann Brown sits down with Dolores Kuchina-Musina, PhD, CEO and Founder of REXOTA® Solutions—a powerhouse leader recognized for her work in federal contracting, public procurement innovation, small business growth, and cross-sector strategy. A Jacques S. Gansler Fellow, NCMA Fellow, and “Millennial on the Move,” Dolores brings over a decade of expertise navigating high-stakes federal, state, and international acquisi...

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17:48

Inside The Cyber Guild: How Debbie Sallis Empowers...

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2025/12/02

Send a text In this episode of IMPACT: Women in Leadership, host Mary Ann Brown continues her conversation with Debbie Sallis, Founding Executive Director of The Cyber Guild Foundation, to explore how mentorship, leadership, and community are reshaping the future of cybersecurity. Debbie shares what she’s learned from The Cyber Guild’s RISE Mentorship Model—and how understanding what rising professionals truly need to advance differs from what the industry assumes. She also reflects on her sh...

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11:29

From DOE CIO to Distinguished Professor: A...

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2025/11/30

Send us a text EPISODE DESCRIPTION: In this episode of IMPACT: Women in Leadership, host Mary Ann Brown sits down with the extraordinary Ann Dunkin—External Fellow and Distinguished Professor of the Practice at the Georgia Institute of Technology, CEO of Dunkin Global Advisors, and one of the nation’s most respected voices in technology leadership. Ann brings decades of high-level experience across government, industry, and academia. She has served as CIO of both the U.S. Department of Energy...

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17:55

Emily Hsu: The Strategist with Soul — Designing for...

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2025/11/23

Send us a text Host Mary Ann Brown sits down with Emily Hsu, Senior Director of Solution Strategy at Steampunk, for a lively conversation about strategy, innovation, and leading with purpose in the ever-evolving world of government technology. Known as a “strategist with soul,” Emily brings both heart and precision to the GovTech space — turning complex challenges into bold, practical solutions that move missions forward. She shares how she balances creativity with execution, builds collabora...

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25:10

Live at the Impact & Inspire Luncheon: Alexa Tsui on...

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2025/11/18

Send us a text Recorded live at the Impact & Inspire Women’s Luncheon, this powerful episode features a candid and energizing conversation with Alexa Tsui, Acting CEO of Forum and a transformative voice in today’s GovCom community. Host Mary Ann Brown sits down with Alexa to unpack what authentic leadership really looks like. Alexa shares her passion for building community, elevating women’s voices, and driving impact through connection and collaboration. In this inspiring discussio...

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Dr. Nicole Oxley: Leading with Purpose and Impact in...

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2025/11/11

Send us a text Host Mary Ann Brown welcomes Dr. Nicole Oxley, CEO/President of Oxley Enterprises, for a deep dive into leadership, legacy, and the art of making an impact in federal technology. Dr. Oxley discusses her approach to building strong, high-performing teams, overcoming challenging situations, and staying ahead of rapid changes in technology. She also shares advice for women just starting their careers in federal tech and reflects on the legacy she hopes to leave behind. 💡 An

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Rebecca Link: Leading with Resilience and Realism in...

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2025/11/04

Send us a text Host Mary Ann Brown welcomes Rebecca Link, Chief Growth Officer at OneGlobe LLC and a recognized leader in the federal contracting ecosystem. With over 16 years of experience driving business development, capture, and proposal excellence across Defense and Civilian sectors, Rebecca offers a grounded, insightful look at leadership in the GovCon world. She shares lessons on embracing vulnerability, championing responsible AI adoption, fostering high-performing teams, and fi...

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13:53

Joan Bishop: Leading with Strategy, Service, and...

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2025/11/02

Send us a text Host Mary Ann Brown sits down with Joan Bishop, Chief Growth Officer at QualX LLC, for an inspiring conversation on leadership, legacy, and the power of purpose-driven impact. With more than 35 years of experience shaping strategy and innovation across the Department of Defense, the Military Health System, and federal health agencies, Joan brings a wealth of insight into what it takes to thrive in the fast-evolving world of federal technology and Health IT. From building decisi...

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9:23

Redefining Heroism: Carly Mitchell on Leadership,...

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2025/11/02

Send us a text In this episode of IMPACT: Women in Leadership, host Mary Ann Brown sits down with Carly Mitchell, 2025 Heroines of Washington Co-Chair and Partner at Guidehouse, to explore how leadership, legacy, and service define modern heroism. As the Heroines of Washington Awards celebrates its 25th year—having honored 166 women and raised nearly $5.5 million for March of Dimes—Carly reflects on how the definition of a “heroine” has evolved and what timeless qualities still unite every wo...

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10:38

From Small Business to Federal Powerhouse: Taelor...

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2025/10/29

Send us a text In this powerful episode of the IMPACT Women in Leadership Podcast, host Mary Ann Brown sits down with Taelor Salmon, CEO of TJS Group Inc., a thriving multidisciplinary federal contracting firm providing facilities maintenance, IT security, and administrative support to federal agencies nationwide. Taelor shares her journey as a small business owner and real estate investor who has built not just one successful enterprise, but multiple—including real estate development focused...

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