Decoding disruption at the intersection of tech, policy, and purpose.
WHY FOC MATTERS
We live in an unprecedented era of disruption, where technology evolves faster than regulation, truth competes with narrative, and purpose is no longer optional. Forces of Change exists to decode what's happening at the intersection of tech, policy, and culture—because understanding this convergence is essential to shaping a more just, resilient, and future-ready world.
In an era where AI writes headlines, algorithms drive opinions, and global challenges demand more than business as usual, leaders can't afford to operate in silos. Whether building a company, crafting legislation, or influencing culture, your ability to navigate disruption with clarity and conscience determines your impact.
This platform is about making sense of complexity, not with hype, but with insight. We examine how innovation, governance, and purpose intersect—and what this means for decision-makers, institutions, and citizens. Because the future isn't something we inherit—it's something we shape.
MEET THE TEAM
Dr. Mikah Sellers | Host
Dr. Mikah Sellers is an author, workforce futurist, enterprise transformation architect, and award-winning educator with over 20 years of experience at the intersection of leadership, learning, and innovation. His work explores how emotionally intelligent leadership—and the systems that support it—can unlock human potential in an age increasingly shaped by artificial intelligence and automation.
Mikah earned his doctorate in Organizational Leadership and Learning from the University of Pennsylvania, where his research focused on the efficacy of immersive, experiential executive education programs designed to cultivate emotional intelligence and drive behavioral change. He also holds an MBA from NYIT, multiple master’s degrees, and executive credentials from Wharton and the McCombs School of Business.
A former Chief Innovation Officer and Chief Digital Officer, Mikah has led consulting practices and high-performing global teams, guiding Fortune 500 companies, government agencies, and venture-backed startups through digital and cultural transformation. His leadership has been recognized with industry awards, including W3 Awards, PR Daily honors, and a REBRAND 100 Award.
As an educator, Mikah spent more than a decade on the faculty at Georgetown University’s School of Continuing Studies, where he received the university’s prestigious Tropaia Award for Outstanding Faculty. His teaching integrated real-world transformation strategy and leadership development with experiential learning to foster measurable, practice-based outcomes.
Today, he advises mission-driven organizations on leadership development, talent strategy, and the future of work. His recently published book, Forging Emotionally Intelligent Leaders in the Age of AI, presents a blueprint for developing human-centered leaders who can navigate complexity, ambiguity, and accelerated change in an era of unprecedented disruption.
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Annie Graziani | Co-Host
Annie is the founder of Composure Works Consulting and a doctoral candidate at the University of Pennsylvania. She helps fashion, retail, and consumer goods brands build operational, environmental, and financial resilience by leveraging technology while honoring the people who bring strategy to life.
Through Composure Works, Annie guides leaders in choosing the right tools, sequencing and integrating systems, and driving adoption so transformation delivers ROI that makes sense. Clients trust her for direct, accurate insight into risks, opportunities, and project realities, paired with hands-on oversight to keep initiatives on task, on track, and on budget.
Annie's work has strengthened vendor relations, manufacturing processes, and executive decision-making for global brands, including LVMH / Marc Jacobs, Zimmermann PTY, Sea to Summit, and many others, over the past 20+ years. Previously, as Head of Marketing and Sales Director at Sunrise Technologies, she advanced brand positioning and market influence through collaborative leadership and technology-driven growth strategies.
Annie earned her Master's in Education from the University of Pennsylvania, MBA from Point Park University, BA from Allegheny College, and executive credentials from MIT and Yale University.
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Darrell “DJ” Fullmer | Producer
Darrell “DJ” Fullmer is an experienced multimedia content producer with more than a decade of expertise creating, managing, and optimizing content across formats and platforms. He brings a deep skill set in video production, social media management, and content strategy, consistently elevating brand presence and audience engagement through innovative, story-driven solutions.
DJ earned his bachelor’s degree in Film & Media Production from Georgia Southern University and now serves as the Producer/Editor for the Forces of Change podcast.
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