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In this episode, Jacqueline Stockwell sits down with Nikki Chapple—Principal Cloud Architect, double Microsoft MVP, and award-winning speaker—to preview their highly anticipated panel at Experts Live London.

With over 35 years of experience, Nikki shares her personal journey from a shy IT starter to a leading voice in data security and compliance. They dive deep into what it’s really like to be the only woman in a technical room, how the definition of "good governance" has evolved in the age of AI, and why inclusivity in tech is a responsibility that belongs to everyone—not just women.

Whether you are looking to find your voice in high-stakes environments, curious about mitigating AI compliance risks, or wanting to support transferable skills in your organization, this episode is packed with practical wisdom and inspiration.

Session Notes & Key Takeaways

• More to Tech Than Coding: Tech isn't just about developing code; it relies heavily on collaboration, problem-solving, and juggling complex moving parts—skills many women naturally excel at.
• The Evolution of Governance: From the days of expensive mainframe storage to the modern "throw everything in but the kitchen sink" reality of Microsoft 365, regulations like GDPR and the EU AI Act are becoming critical guardrails.
• The Hidden AI Compliance Trap: AI tools can surface overexposed data instantly. Organizations must tackle "technical debt" by deleting redundant, obsolete, and trivial (ROT) data rather than just buying more SharePoint storage.
• Finding Your Voice: Nikki shares her strategy for navigating environments where women are the minority: become a deep specialist, be clear on your values, speak with confidence, and find your tribe.
• A Roadmap for Growth: True organizational change doesn't happen overnight; it requires alignment across people, processes, and technology.

Resources & Links Mentioned in This Episode

Connect with the Guest & Host

• Connect with Nikki Chapple: Nikki Chapple | LinkedIn
• Connect with Jacqueline Stockwell: Jacqueline Stockwell ARIM, BA Hons, MSC | LinkedIn
• Nikki’s Official Website: nickychapple.com

Recommended Resources & Show Features

• Nikki’s YouTube Channel & Podcast: All Things M365 Compliance (Co-hosted with Ryan John Murphy)
• Microsoft 365 Maturity Model: Governance, Risk, and Compliance Competency
• Upcoming Event: Join Jacqueline and Nikki live at Experts Live London at CodeNode on June 11th & 12th.

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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 chat

IRMS Main Site: irms.org.uk

IRMS Conference Site: irmsconference.org.uk

Our Amazing Charity Choir: The Choir with No Name

The Event Rockstars: Revolution Events

Jacqueline’s Team: Leadership Through Data

Connect with Paulina: LinkedIn Profile

Connect with Debz: LinkedIn Profile

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Is the information professional of 2030 actually an AI Ethicist in disguise? In this episode, host Jacqueline Stockwell sits down with Paulina Jedwabska, Conference Director at the IRMS (Information and Records Management Society) and a leading voice in AI Governance.

With a career spanning the Olympics, the ICO, and Magic Circle law firms, Paulina shares how the "thread" of data connects every sector—and why the IRMS network is the ultimate "secret weapon" for information leaders. We dive into the "cake" of AI governance, the power of professional resilience, and why your records management skills are exactly what the world of AI ethics needs right now.

Whether you’re a "one-man band" in a small firm or leading a global department, this episode is a call to action to stop watching the AI "horror stories" and start leading the journey.

Show Notes

In This Episode, We Discuss:

• The Mission of the IRMS: Celebrating over 40 years of connecting people who care about good information governance and records management.
• The "North Star" for IRMS Conference: Why the focus is shifting toward transferable skills, real-life scenarios, and current "unsolved" challenges like AI.
• The Power of the Network: How the IRMS community acts as a "big family" to provide solutions, budget-winning tips, and career support for isolated professionals.
• Resilience in Governance: Paulina defines resilience as "powering through" complex legislation (like the AI Act) and leading stakeholders on a journey of possibility rather than fear.
• The AI Cake Analogy: Why AI is just the "cherry on top" that requires solid layers of data and governance to stand up.
• Constitutional AI: A look at how users and businesses can take an active role in lobbying for ethics and transparency in AI services.
• Advice for New Professionals: Why Paulina recommends apprenticeships and "learning on the job" over expensive degrees alone.

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Resources Mentioned:

IRMS Website: irms.org.uk

The IRMS Conference: IRMS Conference 17th – 19th May 2026 – The Celtic Collection

Upcoming Location: Manchester (Next year's conference).

Book Recommendation: Blooming Good Information Management: How to Empower Yourself and Your Workforce - Jaki Speaks

Connect with Paulina:

• LinkedIn: Paulina Jedwabska | LinkedIn
• Jacqueline Stockwell ARIM, BA Hons, MSC | LinkedIn

At the Conference: Grab her for a chat—she's always keen to speak to like-minded people!

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Did you know that five AI prompts consume the equivalent of a full glass of water? Most people associate carbon footprints with planes and cars, but our digital habits are leaving an equally massive—yet invisible—mark on the environment.

In this episode, Jacqueline Stockwell sits down with Rachel Mitchell, Principal Consultant at Leadership Through Data, to peel back the curtain on Data Decarbonization. They dive deep into the physical reality of data: the cooling systems, the millions of gallons of water used by data centres, and the energy consumed by every "like," emoji, and duplicate email trail.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• The Power of ROT: Why Redundant, Obsolete, and Trivial data is a "lose-lose-lose" for your business and the planet.
• AI’s Thirst: The surprising environmental cost of AI prompts and how to use digital tools more consciously.
• Influencing the Board: How to use the "Green Agenda" to finally get leadership to care about information governance.
• Practical First Steps: How to stop the "uncontrolled growth" in OneDrive and SharePoint without overwhelming your team.

Whether you are an information leader, an "eco-warrior," or just someone looking to declutter your digital life, this conversation provides the clarity and confidence needed to build sustainable information practices.

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Is moving to SharePoint about a file store, a collaboration space, or a total transformation of how your organization breathes? According to digital systems expert Kylie Welch, it’s all of the above—and a massive change management journey.

In this episode, Jacqueline Stockwell sits down with Kylie to demystify the complexities of Microsoft 365. With 15 years of experience building compliance frameworks and a unique perspective as a children’s book author, Kylie explains why the secret to a successful SharePoint implementation isn't a "Ferrari" of a system, but a practical, simple architecture that helps people find exactly what they need.

From tackling "information sprawl" to the "three Cs" of good governance, Kylie shares her blueprint for making digital adoption achievable and sustainable.


What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• The "Awkward-Awesome" Transition: Why moving to SharePoint is actually about moving your entire way of working.
• The Power of Simplicity: Why over-engineering your information architecture often leads to chaos, and how to keep it functional.
• Permissions Without the Headache: Why you should ditch individual access and embrace Microsoft Groups and permission registers.
• Behavioral Change vs. Training: How to use micro-learning and "repeatable actions" to help nervous teams build confidence.
• The Three Cs of Governance: How to balance control and collaboration through Consistency, Confidence, and Clarity.

Featured Guest: Kylie Welch

Kylie is a New Zealand-based digital systems expert specializing in Microsoft 365 information governance and security. Her work focuses on creating supportive environments where organizations can master complex compliance while working smarter every day.

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If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave a review! You can find Kylie on LinkedIn, where she shares her insights on making complex systems simple for everyone

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Kylie Welch | LinkedIn

Jacqueline Stockwell ARIM, BA Hons, MSC | LinkedIn

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What happens when a government agency insists a document doesn’t exist—only to find it in their own basement years later? In this episode, we are joined by Andrea McIntosh to deconstruct one of New Zealand’s most significant records management failures: Daisley v Whangārei District Council.

This isn't just a legal case; it’s a cautionary tale about what happens when "corporate memory" fails and legacy paper files are treated as "invisible." We explore how a missing 1988 resource consent led to the financial ruin of a landowner and a multi-million dollar negligence penalty for the Council.

Official Case Synopsis (Courts of NZ): Whangārei District Council v Malcolm James Daisley [2024] NZSC 123

• This is the most readable summary of the background, the $4.75m High Court award, and the subsequent appeals regarding negligence and misfeasance.

The Court of Appeal Decision [2024] NZCA 161: Read the full judgment via NZLII

Legal Analysis: Franks Ogilvie: Case Brief on Daisley v WDC

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🛡️ The Data Protection Dungeon Master: Ralph O'Brien on Serious Privacy

Are you tired of being part of the "Department of No"? 🛑 It’s time to stop blocking projects and start building them.

In the latest episode of the Journal of the Information Entrepreneur, we sit down with Ralph O’Brien, a veteran with 25 years of experience in data governance. Ralph explains why privacy professionals must move away from being seen as "blockers" and instead become "builders" who help businesses find solutions.

In this episode, we explore:

• Personal Branding: How to align your career mission with your values to gain credibility.
• Privacy by Design: Moving past the theory to real-world action using eight key concepts like "Minimize" and "Inform".
• Leading the C-Suite: How to use positive language to show leadership that privacy actually helps business functionality.
• The AI Challenge: Why we need critical thinking and human oversight instead of fear-driven rules when using AI.

Stop being a roadblock and start being an enabler. 🚀

🎧 Listen to the full episode now! (Links below)

#PrivacyByDesign #DataProtection #InformationEntrepreneur #Compliance #Leadership

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In this milestone episode of Journals of the Information Entrepreneur, Jacqueline Stockwell pauses to reflect on the themes that keep showing up across conversations with information leaders.

This episode moves away from tools and systems and focuses on the human side of information leadership — influence, visibility, personal brand, and courage.

Jacqueline explores:

• Why information leaders must move from managing systems to influencing people
• How personal brand shapes whether your work is heard or ignored
• What “good” can look like when you choose to step forward, even before you feel ready

Using the framework Who you are, What you do, What you want to achieve, this episode invites listeners to reflect on how they show up — and how that choice shapes impact.

Key message:
Information leadership isn’t about standing quietly behind the data.
It’s about rising up and using your voice to get the right things done.

🔗 Resources & Links:

• EMPOWER Scorecard – benchmark yourself and your organisation across seven key areas of information leadership and influence The Leadership Through Data EMPOWER ScorecardBlooming Good Information Management by Jacqueline Stockwell Blooming Good Information Management: How to EMPOWER you and your workforceLeadership Through Data Leadership Through Data | Information Management Training & Consultancy

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