All the Leading Voices will be at the WICT Network 2024 Leadership Conference!

Monday & Tuesday, October 21-22, 2024

IN-PERSON or LIVE STREAMED

Register NOW to save $100 - early-bird rate ends Friday, August 30th!

Here's just a glimpse at who is confirmed so far:

• Morag Barret, Founder and CEO, SkyeTeam
• Nomi Bergman, President, Advance/Newhouse Investment Partnership
• Shilpa Bisaria, VP, Corporate Strategy, Warner Bros. Discovery 
• Beth Carr, Founder, Fortified Branding
• Roy Cho, EVP, Distribution, AMC Networks 
• Rhonda Crichlow, SVP and Chief Diversity Officer, Charter Communications  
• John Dorval, SVP, Americas Service Provider, Cisco 
• Mark Greatrex, President, Cox Communications 
• Morgan Greco, SVP, Digital Business Development, A+E Networks 
• Melani Griffith, Chief Growth Officer, GFiber 
• Nilda Gumbs, Chief of Staff, NCTA - The Internet & Television Association 
• Louis Gump, Innovation & Digital Media Executive and Author
• Orlando Hampton, Chief Customer Officer, Afiniti
• Annie Howell, Chief Communications Officer, Hallmark Media
• Loren Hudson, SVP and Chief Diversity Officer, Comcast Cable
• Danita Johnson, President, Business Operations, D.C. United
• Jamie Kern Lima, Self-Made Entrepreneur, Philanthropist and Co-Founder, IT Cosmetics
• Sophia Kianni, Founder, Climate Cardinals and Youngest Appointed United Nations Advisor
• Steph Lone, Global Leader, Solutions Architecture, Media, Entertainment, Games & Sports, Amazon Web Services 
• Brooke McAnaney, GVP, Content Security Technology & Operations, Warner Bros. Discovery
• Victoria Medvec, Best-Selling Author and Professor, Kellogg School of Management
• Renee Montgomery, VP and Partner, Atlanta Dream, WNBA
• Beth Mowins, Play-by-Play Announcer, ESPN
• Anita Nowak, Empathy Expert, Author and Award-winning Educator
• Kia Painter, EVP and Chief People Officer, Cox Communications
• Laura Peterson, North America Communications, Media & Technology Industry Practices Lead, Accenture 
• Michelle Powell, SVP, Business Integration, Charter Communications
• Michelle Rice, President, TV One and Cleo TV
• Asif Sadiq, Global Chief Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Officer, Warner Bros. Discovery  
• Eric Spencer, COO, SkyeTeam 
• Mariana van Zeller, Investigative Journalist, Host and Executive Producer of Emmy-nominated TRAFFICKED 
• Brett Weinroth, Partner and Managing Director, Paragon Performance
• Chris Winfrey, CEO, Charter Communications 
• Leigh Woisard, Communications Consultant & Global Board Chair, The WICT Network

Why should you attend?

• Exceptional Networking: Connect with industry executives and peers, expand your horizons, and strengthen your professional network. This is your chance to make meaningful connections that can propel your career forward.

• Tailored Curriculum: Craft your own learning experience with a wide range of general sessions and breakout tracks designed to align with your specific career goals. Explore topics such as AI, personal branding, negotiation, wellness, and more.

• Exciting Content: We have some big announcements lined up, so stay tuned for captivating updates! Look forward to engaging sessions like Surviving and Thriving in the Digital Age, Shift Happens: Navigating Career Pivots, The Inside Innovator, and more!

• Industry Leaders & Subject Matter Experts: Get inspired by our lineup of industry executives, thought leaders and authors who will share pearls of wisdom and real-life experiences. Gain insights from their success stories and learn actionable strategies to elevate your leadership skills.

Maximize Your 2024 Leadership Conference Experience!

The WICT Network is known for convening top-rated keynote speakers, power-packed general sessions and innovative breakout workshops. We're also thrilled to offer our Leadership Conference attendees a variety of special activities—some of which sell out quickly and require advance sign up.

Fitness & Yoga – Sign up required

305 Fitness

Monday, October 21, 6:30 – 7:30 a.m.



Jump-start your day with this cardio workout. Let your hair down, shake it out and let 305 Fitness lift you up in this judgment-free dance party. No dance/cardio experience necessary. This class is open to all levels, from beginner to advanced. Sign-up today!

Sunrise Yoga

Tuesday, October 22, 6:00 – 7:00 a.m.

De-stress while you stretch at a yoga class—open to all levels, from beginner to advanced. This class will help prepare your mind and body to better learn and lead, as research shows a connection between physical activity and increased brain power. Sign up today!

Networking Events - No sign up required

Big Apple Reception

Monday, October 21, 5:30 – 6:30 p.m.



Take in the panoramic views of Times Square and the Theater District with your conference colleagues during The WICT Network’s Big Apple Reception, sponsored by A+E Networks. Located on the 9th Floor Promenade and Terrace of the Marriott Marquis, this reception allows you to enjoy fine fare while you reconnect with industry peers and forge new friendships.

Virtual Leadership Roundtables

Monday, October 21, 11:30 a.m. – 12:10 p.m.

Participate in engaging dialogue with industry leaders, mentors and like-minded peers during our dedicated virtual networking session. Virtual attendees will have the opportunity to join small group discussions on relevant workplace topics. Connect with others, share insights and gain new perspectives in this interactive online experience.

For those who haven't registered for the Leadership Conference, click here and come back to this page to sign up for your extracurricular activities. 

Can't join us in person? Register for our virtual conference option. All mainstage content will be live-streamed, along with select breakout sessions and the Touchstones Luncheon. One-on-one executive coaching and networking opportunities are also included.

The Executive Development Series — the premier professional development opportunity for mid-career professional women in the media, entertainment and technology industry — is offering two distinct programs this fall:

Executive Leadership Presence

September 11-12, Nashville, TN

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Leading with Power and Authenticity

September 11-13, Nashville, TN

Register now>>

Designed to complement one another, the Executive Development Series programs have their own distinct curriculum and provide participants with practical skills and actionable plans to ensure success at the director and VP level, all while forming a powerful peer network. Register now for Executive Leadership Presence or Leading with Power and Authenticity. We hope to see you there!

2024 Betsy Magness Graduate Institute

Meet a Few of Our Speakers!

Join us at the Betsy Magness Graduate Institute, presented by The WICT Network, for a transformative leadership program designed specifically for you – alumnae of the Betsy Magness Leadership Institute. Under the theme “Stories of Change, Thriving Amid Adversity,” this program introduces the powerful concept of antifragility—moving beyond resilience and grit to thrive amid disruption. Leveraging rigorous research from the Center for Creative Leadership and other leading-edge sources, the program is meticulously crafted to provide you with transformative insights and practical tools.

The first day of the program sets the foundation with a focus on antifragility, where you will engage with experts like Linda King and Jonathan Vehar from the Center for Creative Leadership. They will guide you through exploring and practicing core leadership competencies that foster an antifragile mindset. The second day expands on this with a storytelling workshop, enhancing your skills in using narrative to inspire, lead and connect deeply with your teams with Marcia Dawkins, Ph.D., author, research scientist and creative consultant. The day concludes by introducing optimal performance techniques with Jeff Benton and Brett Weinroth, empowering you to manage your energy and perform at your peak.

Embrace your story of change, inspire your teams with newfound confidence and lead fearlessly into an ever-evolving future. Register now for the 2024 Betsy Magness Graduate Institute!

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The WICT Network Member App

Unlock the full potential of The WICT Network with our cutting-edge member app, now available for download on all major mobile operating systems. Created to amplify the strength of our network, the app empowers members spanning the media, entertainment, and technology sectors to foster powerful connections with their peers on a global scale.

The app has several features designed to help you easily form connections and make the most of your member benefits, including access to our Events & Registration, Webinars, Calendar, Groups and other Resources.

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