056 The Information Entrepreneur: Live from the IRMS Conference Floor

Send us Fan Mail We are LIVE from the IRMS conference floor in sunny (well, rainy!) Wales! In this episode, host Jacqueline Stockwell catches up with two absolute superstars who make the magic happen: Paulina Jedwabska (Conference Director) and Deborah Ward-Johnston (Revolution Events). If you think information management is just about dusty files, think again! We are breaking down how this year's event completely shook things up. From an incredibly moving performance by a local charity choir to an amazing "Enchanted Forest" gala dinner filled with secret quests and icebreakers, this year was all about building a true community. We also talk into the big topics: 🤖 How AI is sneaking into every conversation (and why humans are still in charge!). The buzzing "Information Market" where 30+ vendors are collaborating instead of just competing. 🎤 How YOU can take the stage or show off your business at next year's event in Manchester! Whether you’re a seasoned pro or brand new to the industry, this chat will leave you pumped up, inspired, and ready to take action! What we chat about: • The secrets to running a calm, happy event for 400+ people! • Singing along with "The Choir with No Name" to support a great cause. • Why AI means we need human skills more than ever. • Inside the "Vendor Showcase"—where companies get just 1 minute to wow the crowd! • Your roadmap to pitching a talk or booking a booth for Manchester next year. Links from show chatIRMS Main Site: irms.org.ukIRMS Conference Site: irmsconference.org.ukOur Amazing Charity Choir: The Choir with No NameThe Event Rockstars: Revolution EventsJacqueline’s Team: Leadership Through DataConnect with Paulina: LinkedIn ProfileConnect with Debz: LinkedIn Profile🌱 Ready to take this further? If something landed for you in this episode… don’t just leave it here. You don’t need to figure it all out on your own — I’ve created a few simple ways to help you take your next step, at your pace. 🟢 — Start where you are If you’re not quite sure how you’re showing up right now, start here: 👉 Thinking with Jaki Scorecard — your Influence Action Plan Use this to get clarity on how you currently show up, where you might be getting stuck, and what your next influence move is. Thinking with Jaki 🟡 Build clarity and direction Once you’ve got that awareness, let’s build a clearer picture of where you are overall: 👉 Leadership Through Data EMPOWER Scorecard This will show you where you sit across the EMPOWER framework — your strengths, your gaps, and what to focus on next so you can move forward with confidence. The Leadership Through Data EMPOWER Scorecard 🔵 Grow with me If you’re ready to go deeper and build real momentum: 👉 Join the free EMPOWER Masterclass | Leadership Through Data I’ll walk you through the full roadmap and help you see exactly how to step into your influence and leadership — in a way that feels like you.  The EMPOWER Masterclass | Leadership Through Data   🚀 Want to keep building? If you’re ready to take action beyond this episode, here are a couple of ways we can work together: 👉 Book Jaki to speak at your next event Bring these conversations into your organisation or community with practical, real-world learning. Public Speaker, Write & Podcaster - Jacqueline Stockwell 👉 Join the 21-Day EMPOWER Sprint Build momentum, take action daily, and stop overthinking your next move. https://leadershipthroughdata.com/empower-21/  💬 Final thought You don’t need to do everything at once. Just take one next step. And if this episode helped you, I’d love you to share it with someone who needs to hear it too 💛 Support the show