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Welcome to Behind the Podium, a podcast series produced by Fuson Learning Partners, formerly known as GTS Educational Events. Behind the Podium lets you hear what speakers are saying before or after the podium mic is turned on. Join me, your host, Jasper Appleton to find out what makes these speakers tick and discover new insights about topics that matter to you on each episode of Behind the Podium.

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Behind the Podium - Episode 10: Using the Cloud to Impact Change

August 13, 2024 • Jasper Appleton • Season 1 • Episode 10

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In this episode of Behind the Podium, host Jasper Appleton interviews Karen Rewalt, a product manager at IBM specializing in government health and human services. Karen discusses her role in enhancing products for social programs that support citizens in need, particularly during the challenges brought on by COVID-19. She shares her career journey, which began with aspirations to become a pediatrician and evolved through various technical and business roles, ultimately leading to her passion for product management. The conversation highlights how COVID-19 has prompted government agencies to prioritize digital transformation, particularly through cloud computing, to rapidly deliver critical social services. Karen emphasizes the importance of understanding user needs, applying design thinking, and collaborating across teams to build solutions that truly help people.