The Impact Innovations podcast offers valuable lessons learned from over 10 years in business, insightful interviews with other business leaders across various fields, and thought-provoking content for aspiring entrepreneurs and leaders.
The CMAG Group, owned by Cathy Mays and Dr Angela Gustus, is a portfolio of businesses in business consulting, healthcare technology, personal and home safety, real estate, and research.
Join Ms. Mays and Dr. Gustus on the journey of entrepreneurship, leadership, business development and more!
The Lessons from 30 Years in Behavioral Health: Danae Wheatley on Growth, Care, and Legacy
29 Sept 2025
The Apprenticeship That Saved My Life: A Conversation with Senator Cory McCray
In this episode of Impact Innovations, Dr. Angela I. Gustus sits down with Maryland State Senator Cory McCray for a powerful conversation about leadership, community, and the future of policy. Senator McCray shares his journey from grassroots organizing to the State Senate, offering insights on public service, building trust, and driving change that truly impacts people’s lives.
Together, they explore the challenges and opportunities facing communities today, the importance of collaboration between policymakers and local leaders, and the role of innovation in creating lasting solutions. This interview is both inspiring and practical—perfect for entrepreneurs, community advocates, and anyone passionate about making a difference.
29 Aug 2025
Impact Innovations: An Interview with Kenyatta Powers Ruckers
In this inspiring episode of Impact Innovations, Dr. Angela I. Gustus sits down with Kenyatta Powers-Ruckers— technology leader, coach, author, and trailblazer — to explore her journey of nearly 30 years in tech and leadership. From making history as the first African American woman CIO for the Maryland Department of Human Services to empowering women leaders through her platform Leading with Intention Leadership Coaching, Kenyatta shares her powerful insights on intentional leadership, equity, and representation.
We dive into:
What drew her into the technology sector and shaped her purpose
Breaking barriers in leadership and what that milestone meant personally and professionally
The vision behind Ladies in Tech and Taste of Technology
Why early exposure to tech is critical for youth and underrepresented communities
How faith and values influence her approach to business, service, and mentoring
The future of equity, innovation, and inclusive leadership in government and beyond
Whether you’re a woman leader, tech innovator, or someone seeking inspiration to lead with intention, this conversation will motivate you to step boldly into your purpose.
21 Jul 2025
Turning Operational Strategy into a Scalable Healthcare Model
From Corporate Powerhouse to Purpose-Driven Entrepreneur | Haley Davis on Impact Innovations
In this episode of Impact Innovations, we’re joined by Haley Davis, a dynamic leader who made the bold leap from a high-powered role as Director of Operations at a Fortune 500 company to owning and operating her senior care franchise—Always Best Care of Parkville.
Haley opens up about:
The biggest takeaways from her decade in corporate America
Why she chose senior care as her path to entrepreneurship
What it really takes to walk away from the corporate world
Her proudest moments as a small business owner
And how she maintains work-life balance alongside her wife and rescue dogs
Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur, someone transitioning careers, or simply love powerful stories of growth and purpose—you don’t want to miss this one.
11 Jul 2025
Involuntary Racism
In this powerful episode of Impact Innovations, author Joanna Martin dives into her book Involuntary Racism, sharing how living abroad transformed her views on race and identity, and why confronting unconscious bias is more urgent than ever. With raw honesty and empathy, she challenges us to examine our own assumptions, connect these insights to today’s racial climate, and imagine real cultural and structural change. Joanna’s reflections and bold vision will leave you inspired to think deeper and act with greater awareness—don’t miss this conversation.
30 Jun 2025
The Intersection of Faith, Family, and Business
Entrepreneur Arold Jacques discusses how faith and family values intersect with business decisions, offering insights on purpose and resilience in an interview.
23 Jun 2025
Impact Innovations: Keep the Lights On
Emergency preparedness expert Alexander Carter discusses with host Dr. Angela I. Gustus practical strategies for preparing homes and families for utility outages, offering actionable tips for building reliable backup plans in this interview.
12 Jun 2025
Impact Innovations: Branding That Connects
Dawn Foster of D Foster Marketing discusses purpose-driven branding and how it enables businesses to forge genuine connections with their target audience in this interview.
12 Jun 2025
Impact Innovations: Why Smart HR Matters
Kim Lightfoot explains how a strategic HR approach supports business expansion and safeguards employees, making this an interview about the importance of human resources.
12 Jun 2025
Impact Innovations: The Sandwich Generation
Charity Hilton and Tamika Thompson explore the challenges of the Sandwich Generation, highlighting the importance of support and planning in managing caregiving responsibilities in this interview.
12 Jun 2025
Impact Innovations: Who is Dr. Gustus
Dr. Angela Gustus discusses her experiences as an entrepreneur and provides insights on prioritizing self-care throughout the journey in this interview.
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Arold Jacques
Alexander Carter
Dawn Foster
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Dr Angela Gustus
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