
In this episode of Unlocking Momentum , host Aaron Kopel sits down with John Mergy , Co-Founder and CEO of M0DUS , to discuss how complexity can slow down projects and prevent leaders from making progress. John shares...


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Transformation doesn’t come from theory. It comes from motion. From momentum. And from leaders willing to do things differently.Unlocking Momentum is for the evolving CIOs, strategic leaders who aren’t satisfied just managing systems, but driving growth, enabling innovation, and building the future of their organizations.Hosted by Aaron Kopel, founder of Project Brilliant and creator of the Momentum Locksmith framework, this show is where forward-thinking leaders come to grow.
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Signup to Generate a PitchTransformation doesn’t come from theory. It comes from motion. From momentum. And from leaders willing to do things differently. Unlocking Momentum is for the evolving CIOs, strategic leaders who aren’t satisfied just managing systems, but driving growth, enabling innovation, and building the future of their organizations.
Unlocking Momentum is hosted by Aaron Kopel. The show has published 21 episodes to date.
Recent episodes include "Why Complexity Is the Main Reason That Leaders Lose Momentum in Projects with John Mergy" (2 September 2026, 37 minutes), "The CIO Role Was Never About Technology" (19 August 2026, 17 minutes), and "A Fractional CIO's Playbook for Leading Through Chaos" (5 August 2026, 27 minutes).
Unlocking Momentum publishes roughly every two weeks, with episodes averaging 35 minutes across 21 episodes.
Booking probability for Unlocking Momentum is 30%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Unlocking Momentum requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Unlocking Momentum's contact route on record: verified email.
The strongest fits for Unlocking Momentum are IT Services & Software Development and Business & Management Consulting. Unlocking Momentum has a business audience.
Aaron Kopel hosts Unlocking Momentum, a business podcast with 21 episodes published.
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In this episode of Unlocking Momentum , host Aaron Kopel sits down with John Mergy , Co-Founder and CEO of M0DUS , to discuss how complexity can slow down projects and prevent leaders from making progress. John shares...

Episode #20
Most CIOs weren't hired to reshape the business. But that's exactly what the role is becoming. In this episode of Unlocking Momentum, Aaron Kopel goes solo to share what he's been seeing firsthand at conferences, client...

Playing with tech is fun, but using your people skills to solve business problems is a lot more rewarding. In this episode of Unlocking Momentum, Aaron Kopel sits down with Alan Ariel , fractional and interim CIO at...

Episode #18
Technology transformations don't fail because of technology alone. They fail when organizations overlook the people, processes, and systems needed to make change work. In this episode of Unlocking Momentum, Aaron Kopel...

Leadership isn't about having all the answers. It's about building the conditions where others can find them. In this episode, Aaron Kopel sits down with Michael Koluch , VP of IT Strategy and Operations at...

Episode #16
<p>Technology leaders often focus on efficiency, but lasting business impact comes from trust, alignment, and understanding the people behind the processes.</p><p><br>In this episode, Aaron Kopel sits down with Mike...

Episode #16
Technology leaders often focus on efficiency, but lasting business impact comes from trust, alignment, and understanding the people behind the processes. In this episode, Aaron Kopel sits down with Mike Loggins , CEO of...

Episode #15
<p>Technology can enable change, but trust, communication, and strong leadership are what truly move organizations forward.</p><p>In this episode, Aaron Kopel sits down with Heather Darring, CIO of Kappa Alpha Theta and...

<p>Technology may enable momentum, but people, leadership, and mindset are what truly move organizations forward.</p><p>In this episode, Aaron Kopel sits down with Gervais Johnson, an experienced leader in AI, Agile...

<p>Momentum inside an organization rarely comes from technology by itself. It is shaped by people, leadership, and the mindset that guides how teams work, adapt, and move forward together.</p><p>In this episode, Aaron...

<p>AI doesn't fail because of bad technology. It fails because of bad change management.</p><p>In this episode, Aaron Kopel sits down with Diana Williams, Director of Change Management at Project Brilliant, to explore...

<p>Organizational momentum is no longer just about pushing harder or following a plan. It is a leadership, alignment, and focus challenge that impacts every level of the business.</p><p>In this episode, Aaron Kopel sits...

<p>Cybersecurity is no longer just an IT issue. It is a leadership, operations, and communication challenge that touches every part of the business.</p><p>In this episode, Aaron Kopel sits down with Chetrice Romero...

<p>The best leaders don’t focus on doing more. They create environments where innovation thrives.</p><p>In this episode, Aaron Kopel, CEO of Project Brilliant, shares insights from a recent trip to Cuba and how the...

Episode #8
<p>Great leadership isn't about pushing harder. It's about building trust and solving problems as a team.</p><p>In this episode, Aaron Kopel sits down with Jason "JD" Duigou, an experienced CIO, leadership mentor, and...

<p>The best leaders don’t move faster. They design better systems.</p><p>In this episode, Aaron Kopel sits down with Ting Gootee, Executive Vice President of Digital Adoption & Managing Director of Crossroads Health...

<p>The best leaders don’t just solve problems; they fix the system.</p><p><br></p><p>In this episode, Aaron Kopel sits down with Earl Shaw, CIO at Renaissance Benefits & Health Insurance, to talk about what it really...

Episode #5
<p>What happens when a technologist chooses public service and discovers leadership is less about systems and more about people?</p><p><br></p><p>In this episode, Aaron Kopel sits down with Collin Hill, CIO of...

<p>Why should CIOs step away from being the "technical fixer" to lead effectively?</p><p><br></p><p>In this episode, Aaron Kopel sits down with Jeff Ton, former CIO of Ton Enterprises, LLC, and a seasoned leader in IT...

<p>Momentum is built in the uncertain moments, when leaders are stretched, cultures shift, and teams look for someone steady to move them forward.</p><p>In this episode, Aaron Kopel sits down with Warren Lenard, CIO of...
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