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IMPACT Podcast Series
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 advancement, leading through change, supporting mission outcomes, and fostering collaboration between government and industry. Guests share real-world experiences, lessons learned, and actionable insights that empower listeners to lead with confidence and drive impact within their organizations.
IMPACT offers more than professional stories—it provides a platform for thoughtful dialogue on mentorship, opportunity, innovation, and the challenges and successes women encounter at every level of the GovCon and federal technology ecosystem. Whether you are an emerging professional, a seasoned executive, or someone passionate about leadership and community, the podcast delivers inspiration and practical guidance you can apply immediately.
About the Host:
Mary Ann Brown hosts IMPACT and brings deep experience supporting government–industry collaboration. As Senior Director of Operations at FORUM, she helps create strategic events, leadership initiatives, and platforms that elevate voices across the federal community and advance meaningful conversations about leadership and mission success.
Subscribe to IMPACT to hear the stories and perspectives of the women shaping the federal landscape—and to be inspired by the leadership driving change across government and industry.
IMPACT Podcast Series
Empowering Leadership and Shaping the Future with Denise Rainey
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In the next episode of IMPACT Women in Leadership, host Mary Ann Brown sits down with Denise Rainey, President & CEO of Rainmakers Strategic Solutions, for an inspiring conversation about leadership, growth, and innovation. Denise shares her personal “aha!” moments—key experiences that shaped her career and influenced her distinct leadership style. She also reveals her go-to methods for staying inspired and continuously evolving as a leader.
Denise dives deep into a transformative experience where a challenge turned into a powerful opportunity for growth, both for herself and her team. She discusses how organizations can create environments that empower women to step into leadership roles, and what we can do to ensure future leaders feel supported, included, and ready to lead with confidence.
Lastly, Denise explores exciting trends and innovations reshaping the workplace, offering valuable insights on how leaders can prepare for these shifts and navigate the future of leadership with assurance and vision.
Join us for this thought-provoking episode packed with actionable insights and inspiration for leaders at every stage of their journey.
IMPACT: Women in Leadership with Mary Ann Brown features conversations with trailblazing women shaping the future of business, government, and innovation.
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