The Impact Nexus Podcast

theimpactnexus

We are a dynamic network where diverse ideas, thought leaders, and innovative solutions converge. Across multiple channels and topics, we explore every facet of solution delivery; from agile methodologies to digital transformation, embracing both the present and future of impactful change.

Episodes

  1. May 24

    Healthcare Transformation - Why the Humans are Harder than the Technology

    What does it really take to transform healthcare? In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Mazin Gadir — Director at Alvarez & Marsal's Healthcare & Life Sciences division and a 25-year veteran of health system transformation across the UK, UAE and GCC. We unpack why doctors and nurses are the hardest people to bring along on any transformation journey, why the 5-year strategy is dead, how burnout has become a national security risk, and what AI actually means for the future of healthcare workers. If you work in healthcare, lead transformation, or are just curious about why change is so hard, this one is for you.

    43 min

  2. Jan 31

    Building 'Business Transformation Solutions' Before It Was Trendy

    From a 16-year-old apprentice in industrial England to leading transformation in Dubai, Dr. Peter Jackson shares the mindset that shaped four decades of growth, resilience, and people-first leadership. We talk choices, discipline, earning respect in tough environments, leading across cultures, not by “fixing problems,” but by creating value. If you’re building a career, leading teams, or driving transformation, this conversation will shift how you think about progress.

    53 min

  3. 12/30/2025

    2025 highlights, Conversations that Shaped the Year.

    This episode is a look back at a powerful season of conversations on Impact Nexus in 2025. We reflect on the guests who shaped the journey—each bringing a distinct perspective, challenge, and contribution. From our maiden episode, where we explored community-led authorship and accidental career paths, to bold conversations on strategy, execution, and executive courage. Across the season, we dive into: Building global communities, driven by volunteers, purpose, and trust Leadership grounded in kindness, consistency, and empowerment Honest reflections on innovation, reinvention, and intentional pauses Practical, eye-opening conversations on cybersecurity, personal responsibility, and leadership in a digital world We talk about the highs, the moments that surprised us, the themes that kept reappearing, and how each guest pushed the conversation beyond frameworks into something more human. 2025 taught us a lot about the formula for making impact. Join us as we reflect on the conversations that changed the way we think about leadership, impact, and growth.

    39 min

  4. 12/15/2025

    Are We Getting Hacked?

    🔒 "Are we going to be hacked?" It's the question every organization asks. But here's the truth: The answer isn't yes or no it depends on how much we invest in managing our risk. In this episode, we're joined by two cybersecurity leaders at the frontlines of this challenge: Dana Haubold (CISO, CSyP, CISSP) – Associate Director of Information Security Assurance for a government company in Abu Dhabi, with 16+ years protecting critical infrastructure and major international events across the Middle East. Richard – CISO for Standard Chartered Bank's UAE, Middle East, and Africa region, driving strategic cyber initiatives that protect and enable business growth across one of the world's leading financial institutions. From operational technology attacks to the psychology of security, from corporate giants to small businesses running on spreadsheets the cybersecurity landscape has transformed completely from what it was 10-15 years ago. The attackers only have to get it right once. We have to get it right ALL the time. 😰 In this conversation, Dana and Richard explore: ✨ Why cyber is now an innovation enabler, not a barrier 🎯 The complex puzzle of global regulations 👥 Why psychology matters more than tech 💼 How even small orgs can stay protected This is the conversation every business needs to hear right now. Welcome to the Impact Nexus!

    54 min

  5. 09/18/2025

    Innovation Decoded - Signals, Shifts and Systems in Action with Asma Shabab.

    In this enlightening conversation with Asma Shabab, innovation consultant and founder of 21P, we explore the revolutionary framework for understanding and implementing innovation. From her journey leading AI marketing at IBM to taking an 11-month gap year across 15 countries, Asma shares practical insights on navigating our rapidly changing world. Her unique perspective, shaped by her transition from marketing to technology and her global travel experiences, offers a fresh take on what it means to stay relevant and create impact in an AI-driven world. Her Signals-Shifts-Systems framework provides a practical lens for individuals and organizations to navigate uncertainty and identify opportunities. This conversation challenges conventional thinking about career paths, work-life integration, and innovation strategy, offering actionable frameworks you can implement immediately.

    51 min

  6. 08/11/2025

    Leadership That Inspires Kindness - With Heba Al Shehhi

    In this episode of The Impact Nexus, we seat down with the incredible Heba Al Shehhi — PMO Head at Dubai Municipality, award-winning leader, TEDx speaker, artist, and author of Elements of Leadership. This wasn't just a conversation about project management. It was about what truly matters in leadership: 💬 Consistency over perfection 💬 Cultures shaped by trust and values 💬 Building teams that grow even when you’re gone 💬 And the human side of impact that rarely gets discussed   We laughed. We learned. We reflected.

    43 min

  7. 07/07/2025

    What You Must Know About Creating Global Communities with Americo Pinto

    Thrilled to share our conversation with Americo Pinto - the visionary who built PMO Global Alliance (PMOGA - PMO Global Alliance) from zero to the world's largest community of PMO professionals across 140+ countries. 🌍 From local ambition to global impact 🏆 From community builder to Project Management legacy Here's what blew our minds: Americo Pinto treats volunteers as customers, builds trust-based relationships across cultures, and proves that authenticity beats perfection every single time. If you've ever wondered how to build a community that actually matters, scale relationships globally, or turn your vision into a lasting legacy - this conversation is for you.

    1h 11m

  8. 06/10/2025

    Closing the gap is simple, but not easy - The Unfiltered perspective about Strategy Execution

    Closing the gap is simple, but not easy" - The Unfiltered perspective about Strategy Execution 12 years in the making, this conversation was worth the wait. Meet Frederic Casagradne – Europe PMO Leader of the Year who's transversed 400+ projects across billion-dollar portfolios. From nuclear mega-projects to post-merger transformations, Fred has seen every flavor of the strategy to execution gap. This isn't theory from an ivory tower. Fred's been in rooms where billion-dollar decisions are made, where nuclear safety is non-negotiable, where "bad news needs to travel faster than good news.... And he's not holding back.

    50 min

  9. 05/28/2025

    Beyond Collaboration: PMOs, Projects, and Mastering Delivery with Aina Alive | The Impact Nexus

    This episode of The Impact Nexus features Aina Aliieva (Alive), founder of Bee Agile. Aina is an Agile Coach, Business Consultant, and the CEO & VP of Marketing at The PMO Community in Toronto. You’ll also hear from our co-host, Anara, who’s laying the groundwork for the next generation of project managers with her Little PM project. Together, we cut through the noise to talk about what really matters in project delivery: getting real work done, mastering collaboration, and making PMOs actually work. Expect raw war stories, practical delivery insights, and battle-tested tips.

    57 min
  • 9 Episodes

About

We are a dynamic network where diverse ideas, thought leaders, and innovative solutions converge. Across multiple channels and topics, we explore every facet of solution delivery; from agile methodologies to digital transformation, embracing both the present and future of impactful change.

Information

  • Creator
    theimpactnexus
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    9
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2025 All rights reserved.
  • Show Website
    The Impact Nexus Podcast