New England: Virtual Town Hall
2026-02-04 13:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York)
You’re Invited to The WICT Network: New England Virtual Town Hall
Wednesday, February 4, 2026
1:00 – 2:00 PM
Meet our chapter board members, have your questions answered and find out all the great opportunities we have planned for the year.
REGISTER HERE

Southwest: AI Prompting for Beginners
2026-02-11 14:30 - 15:00 (America/New_York)
Pivot Lab Micro Session
AI Prompting for Beginners – Free Virtual Event
Wednesday February 11, 2026
2:30 – 3:00 PM
AI is everywhere, but knowing how to use it effectively is still a mystery for many of us.
This Pivot Lab Micro Session is a bold, beginner-friendly introduction to AI prompting, designed for anyone who wants to understand how prompt engineering works without feeling overwhelmed or technical.
In just 30 minutes, you’ll learn:
· What prompt engineering really is (and why it matters)
· How small changes in prompts can produce better results
· A simple structure you can use immediately
· A live example showing prompts evolve in real time.
If you are curious about AI, exploring new tools or looking for practical ways to work smarter, this FREE session is for you!
What to Expect:
· 30-minute virtual lunch & learn
· Clear, practical teaching
· Real examples
· No pressure, no jargon
REGISTER HERE

Global: Rising Leaders Program
2026-04-13 00:00 - 2026-04-17 23:59 (America/New_York) | Four Seasons St. Louis, 999 North 2nd Street, St. Louis, MO, 63102, United States

Global: Signature Luncheon
2026-05-12 11:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | Cipriani 42nd St, 110 E 42nd St, New York, NY, 10017
The WICT Network Signature Awards Luncheon recognizes the leaders and organizations that are paving the way for the development of women in the media industry. The luncheon honors the industry’s best and brightest for their embodiment of The WICT Network Touchstones, which serve as the origin for all our initiatives. Among the accolades presented are the Woman to Watch and Woman of the Year.

Global: Executive Development Series
2026-05-13 08:00 - 2026-05-14 17:00 (America/New_York) | Dupont Circle Hotel, 1500 New Hampshire Ave, NW, Washington, DC, 20036, United States
Executive Presence & Influence
Part of the Executive Development Series
Executive presence is the ability to command attention, build trust and inspire others to follow you. In the high-visibility world of media, entertainment and technology, leaders are often judged in seconds on how they show up, what they say and how they say it. Executive Presence & Influence helps you shape those first impressions and everyday interactions so they consistently reinforce your leadership brand.
This EDS program blends practical frameworks, rehearsal and real-time feedback to develop a presence that is both authentic and impactful. Drawing on ideas such as the “7-11 rule,” which suggests that in the first seven seconds people form quick judgments about your credibility and likeability, the experience moves from inner mindset to outward expression. It culminates in the Confident Casual® target, where you project poise and authority while remaining approachable and engaging, in person and in virtual settings.
Program Purpose
The goal is to develop leaders who project clear, credible executive presence and use it to influence people and outcomes in a positive way. Participants sharpen their self-awareness, refine their communication style and gain practical tools to show up consistently in a way that inspires confidence, increases visibility and supports their career progression, including in AI-enabled workplaces.
Learn more here.

Global: Executive Development Series
2026-05-13 08:00 - 2026-05-15 17:00 (America/New_York) | Dupont Circle Hotel, 1500 New Hampshire Ave, NW, Washington, DC, 20036, United States
The Adaptive & Authentic Leader
Part of the Executive Development Series
The Adaptive & Authentic Leader prepares high-performing professionals to lead with clarity, resilience and integrity in a rapidly evolving media, entertainment and technology landscape. This EDS program blends strategic leadership training with personal discovery to develop leaders who are not only effective, but also self-aware and grounded.
In an environment where stakes are high and demands are complex, technical skills and leadership frameworks matter—but they aren’t enough on their own. This experience strengthens the inner and outer capacities leaders need to stay steady amid volatility and ambiguity, and to guide individuals, teams and systems with greater agility and confidence.
Program Purpose
The goal is to develop leaders who can combine power, agility and authenticity in how they show up and make decisions. Participants deepen their self-awareness, sharpen their strategic judgment and gain practical tools to communicate clearly, mobilize stakeholders and make confident decisions in complex environments.

Global: Senior Executive Summit
2026-05-19 08:00 - 2026-05-20 17:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual
Dates to be confirmed.
The WICT Network’s Senior Executive Summit is an exclusive, invitation-only program crafted for top-ranking professionals in media, entertainment and technology. In partnership with the Stanford Graduate School of Business (GSB), this premier program merges the impactful community of The WICT Network with the excellence of Stanford’s top-rated business school and business leaders.
Each year the curriculum is all new—customized to ensure participants are learning the latest and newest innovations in strategic leadership and business research. Participants can take part year after year for continued executive education or for one single year.

Greater Philadelphia: Tech It Out
2026-05-20 | Live! Casino & Hotel, 900 Packer Ave., Philadelphia, PA, 19148, United States

Global: Rising Leaders Program
2026-06-08 08:00 - 2026-06-12 17:00 (America/New_York) | San Diego Mission Bay Resort, 1775 East Mission Bay Drive, San Diego, CA, 92109, United States
Exceptional Leadership Training for Up-and-Coming Industry Professionals
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
The WICT Network’s Rising Leaders Program (RLP) is a premier professional development program for emerging leaders in media, entertainment and technology. Participants learn how to build and develop high-performing teams; expand their organizational impact; build alliances; assess diverse leadership styles, and more. During this week-long, intensive immersion program, participants take part in leadership analysis and case study work while expanding their professional networks.

Global: Applications Open for TechConnect
2026-06-15
The TechConnect Initiative, developed in partnership with the SCTE Foundation, fosters one-on-one mentoring relationships between senior and rising technology professionals in our industry.
This program is designed to provide a strong network for career growth, knowledge sharing, and leadership development, helping participants navigate workplace challenges and advance in their careers. The WICT Network and SCTE Foundation will support the mentors/mentees by offering online resources and tools, underwriting event registrations and memberships, as well as providing a sense of community as the designated mentees embark on their mentoring journey. Our shared goal is to ensure all participants have the resources and connections they need to thrive and drive innovation in the ever-evolving tech landscape.

Global: 2027 Rising Leaders Applications Open
2026-09-01

Global: Betsy Magness Graduate Institute
2026-09-17 | Virtual
Virtual program
Created by The WICT Network in collaboration with Paragon Performance Evolution, the Betsy Magness Graduate Institute (BMGI) is designed exclusively for alumni of the Betsy Magness Leadership Institute.
Each year, BMGI is reimagined to build on the foundational BMLI experience, offering timely, practical tools to help participants lead with greater clarity, confidence and impact.

Global: Leadership Conference
2026-10-05 08:00 - 2026-10-07 17:00 (America/New_York) | Hilton New York Midtown, 1335 6th Ave., New York, NY, 10019
2026 Leadership Conference
October 5-7, 2026
New York Hilton Midtown

Global: Touchstones Luncheon
2026-10-06 11:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | Hilton New York Midtown, 1335 6th Ave., New York, NY, 10019

Global: Rising Leaders Programme International
2026-10-27 08:00 - 2026-10-30 17:00 (Europe/London)
The WICT Network continues to expand its global footprint and educational offerings with the third delivery of Rising Leaders Programme International. This programme provides a cost-effective opportunity for companies to offer their high-potential employees graduate-level leadership training to ensure their continued motivation and engagement. The curriculum will address the latest industry trends and challenges, providing a tailored experience for Rising Leaders across the industry.
Over the course of the programme, European-based content experts from Proteus International will share their decades of experience with participants. The intensive programme covers various aspects of leadership such as mindset, self-talk, emotional intelligence, social styles, power dynamics, executive presence, and listening and giving feedback.
Testimonials from partnering organizations speak volumes about the transformative impact of the programme. As one nominating organization expressed, “The feedback I have received from participants has been off the charts. They left the course feeling inspired and motivated, and their enthusiasm was truly exceptional. I have never witnessed such overwhelmingly positive feedback from any course attendee before!”
Location TBD.

Global: Applications Open for 2026-2027 BMLI
2026-11-15

Global: Rising Leaders Program
2026-11-16 08:00 - 2026-11-20 17:00 (America/New_York)
Exceptional Leadership Training for Up-and-Coming Industry Professionals
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
The WICT Network’s Rising Leaders Program (RLP) is a premier professional development program for emerging leaders in media, entertainment and technology. Participants learn how to build and develop high-performing teams; expand their organizational impact; build alliances; assess diverse leadership styles, and more. During this week-long, intensive immersion program, participants take part in leadership analysis and case study work while expanding their professional networks.
Location TBD.
