Meet Some of our Featured Speakers at

The WICT Network Leadership Conference!

Get ready for an exceptional experience at The WICT Network Leadership Conference, coming to New York this October 21-22, 2024. Featuring over 60 distinguished speakers and 20 executive coaches, this event promises to empower and inspire. Just take a look at a few of our confirmed speakers above!

Our lineup includes thought leaders from diverse backgrounds—academics, business pioneers, technologists and futurists—each bringing invaluable insights gained from years of experience. They’ll cover a broad spectrum of topics crucial for navigating today’s dynamic industry landscape.

Explore engaging super sessions, interactive workshops, expert panels, personalized coaching and ample networking opportunities designed to elevate your leadership skills. And, if you haven’t done so already, please reserve a sponsored table at the Touchstones Luncheon taking place on Day 1 of the conference. Click here for the reservation form.

Act fast -- a third of our room block has already sold out!

Registration

For a limited time, save $100 on registration by signing up today!

IN-PERSON: $2,095 (member) Register for in-person now >>

VIRTUAL: $1,195 (member) Register for virtual now >>

All prices reflect early bird discounts. Non-member rates include membership through year-end for eligible leaders.

Accommodations

The WICT Network has reserved a block of rooms at the New York Marriott Marquis -- a third of our room block has already sold out! Rates start at $369/night (plus tax, while supplies last). To reserve your room, click the link below or call 877-303-0104 and ask for the Diversity Week room block. Make your reservation by Friday, September 27, to receive preferred rates (based on availability).

Reserve your room today >>

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

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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!

Betsy Magness Graduate Institute

Dates and Location

November 13 - 15, 2024

Philadelphia, PA

W Philadelphia

Calling all Betsy graduates! Early bird registration for the 2024 BMGI program is still available.

Click here to register now, or visit our webpage linked below to learn more about what we have in store for you!

Stephanie Cassidy, Founder of Aquiline Coaching; member of the

International Coaching Federation and former network executive

Are you navigating the highs and lows of the media and entertainment industry, making critical decisions about your career, or struggling to find a work/life balance? Do you ever wish you had an objective thought partner who was in your corner that could help you identify a path forward to achieve your desired personal and professional goals? If so, this webinar is for you. 

Join Stephanie Cassidy, founder of Aquiline Coaching and an ICF certified coach, for an enlightening session on the impact of professional coaching. Drawing on her experience as a former network executive, Stephanie will demystify coaching and explore its transformative power for leaders in our demanding industry.

Key Takeaways:

• Understanding Coaching: Gain insights into what coaching entails, its process and how it differs from mentoring, therapy and consulting.

• The Need for Coaching: Explore how coaching addresses challenges such as rejection, decision-making, time management issues, and career transitions, supports intentional living, balances career and personal demands, and fosters healthier stress management.

• Benefits for Companies and Organizations: Understand why studios, networks and organizations should integrate coaching as a crucial HR tool, supported by data from the International Coaching Federation (ICF).

Remote learning opportunities are one of the many membership benefits The WICT Network offers to support your advancement. As a member of The WICT Network, complimentary programs are just one of the many resources you will gain. The webinar will also be recorded for your convenience and future viewing. To learn more, visit our webinars page.

Membership in The WICT Network is required for webinar participation. Not a member yet? Join today to gain access to our member-only offerings.*

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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