FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
March 30, 2026
CONTACT:
Amanda Sawney
SVP, Marketing & Communications
asawney@wict.org
The WICT Network Proudly Announces New Media Partnership with Deadline
WASHINGTON, DC (March 30, 2026) — The WICT Network today announced an exciting 2026 media partnership with Deadline, aligning two key industry leaders in media, film, television, streaming and more.
As The WICT Network continues expanding its reach, this collaboration will elevate thought leadership, spotlight industry innovation and increase visibility for the marquee programs for both The WICT Network Global and its Southern California Chapter throughout the year.
“It’s a new day as The WICT Network continues its rapid evolution in all aspects of communications with powerful industry publications such as Deadline,” said Maria E. Brennan, CAE, President and CEO of The WICT Network. “With a digital reach of over 26+ million monthly visits and deep connection to the creative and executive communities, Deadline closely aligns with our industry stakeholders and thousands of members. As we welcome incoming President and CEO Tracy Pitcher, these new horizons signal strong opportunities ahead.”
Through this partnership, Deadline will support coverage and promotion of The WICT Network’s flagship initiatives, including the annual Leadership Conference, the Signature Awards Luncheon, the Senior Executive Summit at Stanford and the organization’s global AI Summits.
In addition, with its solid presence in Los Angeles and across the West Coast, Deadline provides an opportunity to enhance visibility for WICT’s Southern California chapter and regional programming, building on existing engagement and momentum, like its renowned LEA Awards, in one of the industry’s most influential markets.
“As a preeminent resource for industry professionals, we are expanding our strategic presence across Southern California to support talent at every stage of their career, celebrate leadership, excellence and advocacy and foster a strong, inclusive pipeline of future leaders,” said Amy Pape, President, The WICT Network: Southern California.
The WICT Network will also amplify key news and initiatives from Deadline through its global professional community, helping extend the publication’s reach among leaders across media, entertainment, technology and adjacent industries.
About The WICT Network – Empowering Women across Media, Entertainment & Technology
The WICT Network is a global organization advancing leaders and future leaders across media, entertainment, technology, sports, gaming and adjacent industries. Our mission is to elevate the workforce by empowering and educating individuals through high-impact professional development programs, original gender research and a B2B network that supports talent development and advancement. For almost 50 years, The WICT Network has partnered with top companies and key stakeholders to strengthen the leadership pipeline. Founded in 1979 to advance women in cable television, The WICT Network has transformed into a digital powerhouse serving nearly 10,000 individuals through 24 domestic and international chapters, making The WICT Network the largest and oldest professional association of our kind. Charter Communications, Comcast NBCUniversal, The Walt Disney Company, Warner Bros. Discovery and NCTA Education Foundation are The WICT Network’s Strategic Touchstone Partners. To learn more about the organization and our research, visit www.wict.org and connect with us on Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn (@WICTHQ).
About Deadline
Founded in March 2006 as Deadline Hollywood Daily, Deadline has grown into the entertainment industry’s most trusted and authoritative breaking news source. Since its acquisition by PMC in 2009, the site has become an essential source for executives, industry thought leaders, and key decision-makers across entertainment, finance, tech and business who turn to Deadline multiple times a day for the latest news coverage. A testament to its engaged and loyal readership, Deadline is consistently cited by leading media outlets such as CNN, MSNBC, BBC and The Financial Times.
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