Betsy Magness Graduate Institute

Connect and Reconnect With BMLI Alumnae — A Powerful B2B Network

PROGRAM OVERVIEW

Created by The WICT Network and developed in partnership with the Center for Creative Leadership, the Betsy Magness Graduate Institute (BMGI) is designed anew annually to build upon the Betsy Magness Leadership Institute curriculum providing graduates with the latest tools, techniques and disciplines to hone their business strategies.

As a BMGI participant, you can expect to experience all that you’ve come to appreciate about Betsy Magness programs – learning, inspiration, community and reconnection! You will not only learn about the latest trends in leadership and strategic thinking from innovative subject-matter experts, but there will be ample time for networking with your peers.

2024 Program Information

November 13-15, 2024

Philadelphia, PA

The W Philadelphia.

The program will open with a welcome reception at 6:00 pm on Wednesday, November 13, and conclude by 1:00 pm on Friday, November 15.

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Registration:
$1,950/members
$2,280/non-members 

Registration fee covers program costs including materials and daytime meals. Travel, hotel and dinners are the responsibility of participants.

 

Stories of Change, Thriving Amid Adversity

Wednesday, November 13

Welcome Reception: 6:00 – 7:30pm                                     

Raise a glass to welcome the current BMLI Classes 50 & 51 and reconnect with our distinguished community of BMLI Alumnae and industry leaders.

Thursday, November 14

The WICT Network’s BMLI & BMGI Networking Breakfast: 8:00 – 9:00am

Sponsored by Comcast, this networking breakfast will celebrate Comcast’s support of BMLI and its community of alumnae.

Session Time: 9:30am – 4:30pm

Themed Stories of Change, Thriving Amid Adversity, this session challenges conventional leadership paradigms and introduces the concept of anti-fragility — moving beyond resilience and grit to thrive in the face of disruption. Rooted in rigorous research from the Center for Creative Leadership and other pioneering sources, the sessions will provide transformative insights and tools crafted to leverage change as a catalyst for growth and innovation. Under the guidance of seasoned experts, you will delve into and practice core leadership competencies that foster anti-fragility. Depart with a robust personal action plan ready to implement strategies that strengthen teams, foster creativity and drive continuous improvement.

Linda King, Master Trainer and Leadership Solutions Facilitator, Center for Creative Leadership

Jonathan Vehar, Innovation Thought-Leader and Leadership Solutions Facilitator, Center for Creative Leadership

Friday, November 15

Session Time: 8:00 – 10:00am

Join Marcia Dawkins, Ph.D., for the keynote workshop, Building Your Fortress of Fortitude, which focuses on the art of storytelling as a powerful tool for building resilience, strength and success. This session will demonstrate how personal and organizational stories can be used to navigate adversity, inspire growth and create meaningful impact. Through a human-centered approach, participants will gain practical techniques for using storytelling to practice resilience, sharpen self-awareness, cultivate confidence and foster connection in both professional and personal settings.

Marcia Dawkins, Ph.D., Author, Speaker and Creative Consultant

Session Time: 10:30-12:30pm

Join Paragon Performance Evolution for a workshop on Optimal Leadership & Growth Mindset, where we will explore the challenges of leading in a world that changes faster than we are equipped to handle. This session underscores the need to optimize our “human operating system” through enhanced self-awareness and emotional regulation. By cultivating a more balanced and aware state, we can tap into our full potential, embody the qualities necessary to thrive and effectively guide our teams through complexity and change. This internal growth is crucial for driving sustainable success in leadership and organizational performance. And on a personal level, proven techniques will be shared to decrease stress and anxiety, improve sleep, increase mental clarity and decision making, create deeper interpersonal connections, and optimize communication.

Jeff Benton, Founder & CEO, Paragon Performance Evolution

Brett Weinroth, Partner & Managing Director, Paragon Performance Evolution

W Philadelphia

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Enhance Your Leadership Insights and Boost Your Strategic Vision for the Future

Each year, the program delivers fresh content, thoughtfully designed to address key management challenges and opportunities relevant to today’s top media leaders. Scroll down to see what past participants had to say about the experience and take a peek below at the 2023 program’s objectives.

Testimonials

“Being with the Betsy community in general! The connection back to the coaches, classwork / experience that we revisit at BMGI, it’s always a boost and great check-in to all the takeaways from our formal session.”
– SVP, Content Distribution & Strategy, Crown Media
“I really enjoy the content programmed for this event. It’s a great refresher to listen and share experiences with other powerful women in media and great reminder of all the tools available at our disposal to live an intentional and purposeful life.”
– VP, Content Distribution, NBCUniversal
“BMGI is a very carefully thought-out program and well-paced with facilitated discussions and clear ‘assignments’. Overall fantastic!”
– SVP, A+E Networks
“BMLI/BMGI is a well-organized and maintained program. I’m very proud to be a part of it and hope it will continue to train up more talented women leaders in our industry.”
– VP, Outsourcing Strategy and Support & eCare, Comcast

A Glimpse Back at Our 2023 Program

In 2023, the BMGI content was designed to help participants learn to:

  • Gain insights into unlocking boardroom opportunities.
  • Discover how prioritizing well-being boosts your professional performance.
  • Learn to approach adversity and complex issues from a broader perspective to expand your strategic leadership abilities.
Questions?

If you have any questions regarding this program or would like additional information, please contact Jessa Cooke.