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.
Episodes
Inside the Creative Leadership of Dolores Kuchina-Musina, PhD: OTAs, Deep Work & STEM Inspiration with Whimsical Adventure Companion, Mura the Dinocorn®
From DOE CIO to Distinguished Professor: A Conversation with Ann Dunkin of Georgia Tech & Dunkin Global Advisors
Emily Hsu: The Strategist with Soul — Designing for Impact in Government Technology
Live at the Impact & Inspire Luncheon: Alexa Tsui on Leadership, Cancer, and Changing GovCon Culture
Dr. Nicole Oxley: Leading with Purpose and Impact in Federal Technology
Rebecca Link: Leading with Resilience and Realism in the Federal Contracting Space
Joan Bishop: Leading with Strategy, Service, and Heart in Federal Technology
Redefining Heroism: Carly Mitchell on Leadership, Legacy, and Service
Empowering Leadership with Cathy Muha: A Legacy of Service and Impact
From Small Business to Federal Powerhouse: Taelor Salmon's Blueprint for Women in Government Contracting
Driving Adoption of AI and Emerging Technologies: A Conversation with Alexis Bonnell
From Air Force to Salesforce: Mia Jordan’s Journey in Global Go-to-Market Leadership
From Lab to Leadership: Dr. Mary Kate Yost-Daljev on Building Impact in Public Health
Leading with Purpose: Rachel Heckel on Building Legacy and Impact at Sault Tribe Inc.
Turning Complexity into Clarity: Insights from CEO Dr. Kimberly McClain
The Power of Strategic Intelligence: Lisa Shea Mundt on Winning Billions and Leaving a Legacy of Impact
From Bottlenecks to Breakthroughs: Leadership Lessons and AI Strategies with Kym Ali
Breaking Barriers in Government Digital Services
Navigating Disruption and Leadership with Dr. Lydia Kostopoulos
Leading with Purpose: Mika Cross on Shaping the Future of Women in Government Leadership
Shaping the Future of Leadership with Dr. Knitasha Washington
Empowering Innovation with Dr. Linda Bixby
Leading with Purpose and Impact with Victoria Bowens
Empowering Leadership with Jennifer Ives
Setting a Seat at the Table with Dolores Kuchina-Musina