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
Leading Through Uncertainty: Risk, Resilience & the Future of Security
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In a world where threats evolve faster than ever—from cyber risks to critical infrastructure vulnerabilities—how do leaders stay ahead?
In this episode of IMPACT: Women in Leadership, we explore homeland security, risk management, resilience planning, and AI in national security with Jenny Stone, Founder & CEO of Partner Forces, LLC.
As the founder of a woman-owned consulting firm, Jenny shares the story behind launching Partner Forces, the mission-driven problem she set out to solve in the homeland security space.
With decades of leadership experience, she breaks down today’s most urgent security challenges facing the U.S., and how AI and emerging technologies are transforming how organizations prepare, respond, and adapt.
💡 In this episode, you’ll learn:
- The origin story behind Partner Forces and its 10-year growth.
- How AI is reshaping homeland security strategy and decision-making
- Leadership strategies for building high-performing, agile teams in complex environments
- Practical lessons in risk preparedness and organizational resilience for any industry
- Real-world advice for women stepping into leadership in security, government, and consulting
🔥 Why this matters:
Whether you’re in government, tech, consulting, or leadership, this conversation offers powerful insight into navigating uncertainty, strengthening organizations, and leading with clarity in high-stakes environments.
🎧 Listen now to learn how resilience, strategy, and leadership intersect in today’s security landscape.
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