In this season finale, we look back at the biggest takeaways from our podcast in 2024. From using evidence to drive decisions to building trust and amplifying impact, this episode invites you to rethink how you approach change.

Kassie discusses the challenges of backing data-driven decisions when they contradict existing plans, saying, “It’s really hard, particularly when we’ve all made so much investment to make a plan work, to move when the data isn’t showing us it’s working.” Effective leadership must have the courage to pivot, adapt, and learn from failure.

The Importance of Integrating Lived Experience

Naomi and Stacey emphasize the importance of including community voices and engaging key players, especially those most impacted by decisions. By listening to diverse perspectives, leaders can develop grounded, transformative solutions. Inclusivity allows voices to be heard, leading to more meaningful and lasting change.

Join Stacey, Kassie, and Naomi as they revisit the conversations and client stories that defined this year.

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Stories that Drive Change

The Igniting Impact Podcast brings you powerful stories, expert insights, and actionable lessons from leaders and changemakers who are creating real-world impact. Each episode explores the strategies and experiences shaping a better future for the clients and communities we serve.

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Get to Know Our Thought Leaders

Kassie Gram, Senior Vice President of Business Development

Kassie is the Senior Vice President of Business Development at Public Knowledge®. She has over 20 years of experience in leadership, training, and strategic project management. Kassie is a certified Project Management Professional and Prosci® Organizational Change Management Practitioner. She specializes in procurement, contract management, and healthcare consulting. Her expertise includes Medicaid and IT solutions for government agencies. Kassie has led over two dozen projects focused on organizational transformation, strategic planning, and team facilitation. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Communication from the University of Colorado Boulder. Kassie is also trained in Technology of Participation facilitation methods through the Institute of Cultural Affairs.

Naomi Snodgrass, Vice President of Management Consulting

Naomi is the Vice President of Management Consulting at Public Knowledge®. She has over 25 years of experience supporting government clients with health and human services programs. Naomi specializes in strategic planning, procurement, stakeholder engagement, and organizational readiness. She has developed procurement strategies and led complex projects, including system evaluations and quality assurance. Naomi has also overseen training programs and created curricula for state agencies. She holds an MBA from the University of Illinois. Naomi is known for aligning research and analysis with actionable decision-making.

Stacey Moss, President and CEO

Stacey is the President and CEO of Public Knowledge®. She has over 25 years of experience in government, education, and nonprofit organizations. Stacey is a certified Project Management Professional (PMP) and Child Welfare Law Specialist (CWLS). She is an expert in training development, leadership coaching, organizational change management, and program development. Stacey has delivered over 200 training sessions on topics like child welfare, procurement, and leadership. She has managed more than 50 projects and portfolios. Stacey holds a Juris Doctorate from the University of Wyoming. She is recognized for her work in child welfare law, program management, and community engagement.

About the Podcast

Launched in 2023, the Igniting Impact Podcast highlights our client’s and partner’s important work. We hope that this podcast drives impactful conversations that foster connections and progress in the field.  One of our core values at Public Knowledge® is Impact. We created this podcast around this fundamental principle because it is essential to our work. Impact to us means, “We approach every engagement with our energy focused on identifying the right goals, outcomes, and strategies. And we each have a personal responsibility to make a positive impact on our projects and our world.”