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2020 Theme:

Future Proof Yourself

As WICT members we are CATALYSTS for change, we are FEARLESS and always INSPIRING others. We know that in addition to caring for yourselves during this challenging time, you are caring for your colleagues, partners, children and parents and we wish all of you continued safety and good health.

While all WICT NY in-person events are temporarily on hold, we are working to provide you with additional opportunities to future-proof yourself and nurture your career. Stay tuned here for upcoming virtual events and webinars.

Click here to check out our compiled list of COVID-19 resources to help you navigate during this time.

Upcoming Virtual Events

June 3rd: Skills for Success - Wellness Wednesdays Session 1

Welcome to Wellness Wednesday’s with WICT. The world has been changing around us and we would like to come together to support each other while

reflecting and growing individually in order to have a positive impact on our homes and workplaces. Please join us weekly for sessions on elevating

stress, using yoga for strength, learning the fundamentals of meditation as well as starting your yoga practice.

June 4th - Power to Fly and WICT Happy Hour

The women of PowerToFly and Women in Cable Telecommunications New York (WICT NY) are excited to host a virtual happy hour on Thursday June 4th from 6:00 - 7:00 pm EST. The event will kick off with a welcome address by PowerToFly and conclude with virtual speed networking sessions guided by women of WICT NY.

Hope to see you there! Click here for more information.

June 10th: Skills for Success - Wellness Wednesdays Session 2

Welcome to Wellness Wednesday’s with WICT. The world has been changing around us and we would like to come together to support each other while

reflecting and growing individually in order to have a positive impact on our homes and workplaces. Please join us weekly for sessions on elevating

stress, using yoga for strength, learning the fundamentals of meditation as well as starting your yoga practice.

June 17th: Skills for Success - Wellness Wednesdays Session 3

Welcome to Wellness Wednesday’s with WICT. The world has been changing around us and we would like to come together to support each other while

reflecting and growing individually in order to have a positive impact on our homes and workplaces. Please join us weekly for sessions on elevating

stress, using yoga for strength, learning the fundamentals of meditation as well as starting your yoga practice.

June 24th: Skills for Success - Wellness Wednesdays Session 4

Welcome to Wellness Wednesday’s with WICT. The world has been changing around us and we would like to come together to support each other while

reflecting and growing individually in order to have a positive impact on our homes and workplaces. Please join us weekly for sessions on elevating

stress, using yoga for strength, learning the fundamentals of meditation as well as starting your yoga practice.

Upcoming WICT National Chapter Virtual Events

May 28th- How to Build Relationships in Business

Relationships are the golden ticket to success in all areas of our lives. Relationships are built with open communication, when people show up authentic, real, genuine and truly curious and interested in each other. Receive insight from certified business and leadership coach, speaker, and author, Ivy Slater, to be able to build and enhance your working relationships. Her website is https://slatersuccess.com/ and her book can be found here: https://www.amazon.com/Barre-Boardroom-Choreographing-Authentic-Relationships-ebook/dp/B07NL2CDDC

Produced by WICT SoCal. To register click here:

June 5th: Tech It Out - A Web Series Part 1

WICT’s Tech It Out Initiative premiered in 2009 with the goal of creating strong women leaders in technology, while also raising awareness about the vast opportunities for women in the tech fields within our industry. This year, WICT Global is proud to partner with the WICT Midwest Chapter to co-host a multi-day web series.

Session 1: Friday, June 5, 2020

An Inside Look at What is Happening in Washington

Speaker: Lisa Schoenthaler, VP & Senior Policy Counsel, Government Relations, NCTA

Produced by WICT MidWest. To register click here:

June 18th: Tech It Out - A Web Series Part 2

Session 2: Thursday, June 18, 2020

The Chasing Grace Project – Episode 3

Speaker: Jennifer Cloer, CEO, reTHINKit Media

Produced by WICT MidWest. To register click here:

June 25th: Tech It Out - A Web Series Part 3

Session 3: Thursday, June 25, 2020

CybHER: Empowering, Motivating and Educating Girls in CyberSecurity

Speaker: Dr. Ashley Podhradsky, Associate Professor of Digital Forensics and Associate Dean of the Beacom College of Computer and Cyber Sciences, Dakota State University

Produced by WICT MidWest. To register click here:

Upcoming WICT Global Events

September 30 - October 1, 2020: EDS: Executive Leadership Series

Executive leadership presence is a critical competency for today’s leaders and is expected in order to move beyond mid-management. Executive Leadership Presence, and Leading with Power and Authority are the two workshops in WICT’s Executive Development Series, designed for mid-career cable professional women to inspire confidence, engage and influence others, and maintain productivity while increasing visibility and career mobility.

This two-day program introduces participants to a unique framework and toolkit of 21 specific attributes, skills and thought processes that work together to help them build the knowledge and skills needed to:

Project strong executive presence.
Create powerful, high-impact first impressions.
Achieve a “Confident Casual®” style in both formal presentations and impromptu communications.
Build and maintain a reputation for strong executive presence and a value-based leadership brand.

Registration Now Open for the Fall Session

October 5-6, 2020: The 2020 WICT Leadership Conference

The WICT Leadership Conference opens cable's Diversity Week and is the preeminent leadership and professional development opportunity for media professionals at all career levels. Through inspiring keynote speakers and innovative concurrent sessions covering a variety of topics, as well as connecting with industry colleagues, each attendee is immersed in leadership activities designed to help impact their career and their company's bottom line.

Registration includes attendance at the WICT Touchstones Luncheon on Monday, October 5. During the luncheon, WICT will recognize our 2020 Women of the Year and Women to Watch honorees.

*We continue to monitor developments regarding COVID-19, and look to the WHO, CDC and local authorities for guidance. While our plan is for the WICT Leadership Conference to return to New York this fall, please be advised we are exploring additional options, including virtual opportunities as well as alternate locations. We will provide any necessary updates as they become available.

Upcoming Partner Events

Sept 30th- Wonder Women Annual Luncheon

Join us to celebrate the 22nd Anniversary of the Multichannel News Wonder Women event, an awards luncheon honoring female leadership, which will occur on September 30, 2020 at the Ziegfeld Ballroom in NYC. This event acknowledges a group of extraordinary women in media for their commitment to enhancing the business, challenging the status quo and being an example for young leadership around the world. For more information click here:

VIRTUAL EVENTS

Want to be part of the action but can’t leave your desk? WICT keeps you connected to learning through online webinars on targeted topics and interactive book clubs.

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LEADERSHIP SERIES

WICT gets you up-close and personal with senior industry leaders. Feel inspired for greatness as you learn from and engaging with some of the most dynamic people in our business as they discuss their challenges and triumphs.

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MEMBER MIXER

The original way to be social! Strengthen bonds with fellow members and make new connections.

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SKILLS FOR SUCCESS WORKSHOPS

Learn the skills you need to more your career forward. Each workshop focuses on a special topic that will build your competencies in leadership, career development, and professional aptitudes.

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EXECUTIVE WOMEN’S LUNCHEON

WICT NY’s Premier event is our annual executive luncheon where business leaders discuss pressing issues in our industry, sharing ideas, discussing best practices, and focusing on making an impact.

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WONDER WOMEN LUNCHEON

WICT NY hosts this amazing luncheon with Multichannel News which honors amazing women in our industry. It is always an inspiring afternoon of networking and celebrating the accomplishments of the best and brightest women in telecommunications.

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LET’S TALK TUESDAYS

These interactive networking events facilitate discussions of special topics. They are a great way for members to learn from senior industry leaders, interact with peers and share experiences.

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TECH IT OUT

WICT helps women stay in the know and engaged with everything trending in tech. Members will learn from industry thought leaders and develop a sharper awareness of opportunities in cable technology.

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Our Mission

WICT develops women leaders who transform our industry. With over 10,000 members, WICT is the largest and was the first national organization serving women in cable media. As a WICT member you can benefit from highly acclaimed training and development programs offered by the national organization and your local chapter. WICT national offers high profile programs including the Betsy Magness Leadership Institute, Rising Leaders and the annual Leadership Conference. WICT also advocates for women in cable by commissioning original research under the PAR Initiative, which measures and supports the advancement of women in the cable and telecommunications industry.

The WICT New York Chapter brings together professionals from over 100 cable, media and telecommunications companies in the greater New York area for programs and events which create opportunities for leadership development and professional networking. If you’re looking for career advancement, want to expand your network or are new to the industry, WICT NY membership and programs can help:

Access to business contacts at all levels that can lead to new opportunities.
Network with and learn from industry leaders and peers. You never know where the next great idea will come from.
Leadership development seminars, workshops and mentoring programs that fill in the gap from those offered by your company.

Membership is open to women and men at every career level, as well as to students.

The New York chapter’s events and programs give members personal access to business and career thought leaders. Join us at one of our events to start learning all that WICT NY has to offer. We hope to be a part of your career journey.