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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 with Jennifer Ives
In this episode of the IMPACT Women in Leadership podcast, host Mary Ann Brown sits down with Jennifer Ives, Vice President of Artificial Intelligence at the Partnership for Public Service. With over 20 years of experience in emerging technology and business growth strategy, Jennifer has a reputation for driving transformative success across product, services, and public sector organizations. Recognized as one of CIO Times’ "Top 5 Women Leaders Revamping the Future" and named ‘Connector Extraordinaire’ by Forbes, Jennifer shares her insights on leadership, personal growth, and navigating challenges.
Mary Ann and Jennifer dive deep into the rewarding experiences that have shaped Jennifer’s professional journey, exploring how these moments have influenced her leadership style. Jennifer also offers advice on staying inspired and continuously developing as a leader, turning obstacles into opportunities. They discuss the critical role organizations play in fostering supportive environments that nurture emerging women leaders, and how inclusivity can strengthen leadership pipelines. Lastly, Jennifer shares her thoughts on the future of leadership and the exciting trends that will define tomorrow’s workplace, along with the ways leaders can prepare to embrace these changes.
Tune in for an inspiring conversation with one of the industry's most respected leaders, who is not only shaping the future of technology but also paving the way for the next generation of women in leadership.
Jennifer Ives is a seasoned emerging technology business growth strategy executive whose unique full life-cycle expertise and forward-thinking strategies drive transformative growth for product, services, and public sector organizations. With more than 20 years of experience, she’s a well respected leader and has been highlighted as one of the “Top 5 Women Leaders Revamping the Future” by CIO Times, and was recently named 'Connector Extraordinaire' by Forbes. She's a sought-after executive team member, independent board member, and thought leader, known for her leadership skills and strong emotional intelligence. In her personal time, you'll often find her outdoors, hiking or downhill skiing with her husband and children.
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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