Oct. 7, 2026

Leading Change in Government and the Public Sector | Ep 32

Leading Change in Government and the Public Sector | Ep 32
Apple Podcasts podcast player icon Apple Podcasts Apple Podcasts Spotify podcast player icon Spotify Spotify RSS Feed podcast player icon RSS Feed RSS Feed
Apple Podcasts podcast player icon Apple Podcasts Apple Podcasts Spotify podcast player icon Spotify Spotify RSS Feed podcast player icon RSS Feed RSS Feed

In this episode of Change Leadership Conversations, Yvonne Ruke Akpoveta sits down with Amanda Bernardo. Together, they explore what makes leading change in government unique, why building organizational change capability matters, and how leaders can prepare their people for a future where change is constant.

Whether you work in government, the broader public sector, or any organization navigating ongoing transformation, this conversation offers practical insights to help you lead change.

In this episode, you'll learn:

  • Why change leadership in the public sector requires more than delivering successful projects.

  • How organizations can move from reactive change to building lasting change capability.

  • How AI and emerging technologies are reshaping leadership and the future of government.

About Our Guest

Amanda Bernardo is a public sector executive specializing in change leadership, organizational transformation, and human-centred approaches to change. Throughout her career, she has led complex transformation initiatives across government, helping organizations translate change into meaningful outcomes for people. Amanda is also an active thought leader who regularly shares practical insights on change leadership, capability building, and creating more effective, sustainable, and human-centred organizations.

Resources & Links

  • Connect with Yvonne Ruke Akpoveta on LinkedIn