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Signature Awards Luncheon | Tuesday, May 12, 2026 | Cipriani 42nd St NYC
A Look Back at the 2025 Signature Awards Luncheon
On May 6, 2025, The WICT Network proudly hosted the Signature Awards Luncheon in partnership with the Motion Picture Association (MPA). Held at the iconic Four Seasons Hotel Beverly Hills, this inspiring event celebrated visionary leadership and the rising stars shaping the future of our industry.
The afternoon honored our 2025 Women of the Year and Women to Watch. These remarkable individuals continue to make a lasting impact across the media, entertainment and technology landscape.
The celebration began on a high note with a vibrant, high-energy performance by the Blue13 Dance Company. Their dynamic presence set an uplifting tone for the entire event.
Following the dynamic opening performance, Maria E. Brennan, CAE, President and CEO of The WICT Network, took the stage to deliver a powerful welcome. Her remarks underscoring the importance of the event and the industry leaders contributing to it.,
Soon after, Michelle L. Rice and Gail MacKinnon took the spotlight to introduce this year’s honorees. Their thoughtful words paved the way for a meaningful celebration of excellence, innovation and leadership. The afternoon unfolded as a stirring tribute to the extraordinary women shaping our industry’s future.
2025 Women of the Year and Women to Watch Honorees
At the heart of the Signature Awards Luncheon was honoring our 2025 awardees. Our Women to Watch honorees are exceptional rising leaders making their mark through bold vision, innovation and a strong commitment to excellence. Their passion and drive are already influencing the future of our industry in meaningful ways.
Women to Watch Honorees: Alison Hellman (Media), Rachel Solomon (Technology), Lauren Morrissey (Entertainment)
We were proud to honor our 2025 Women of the Year, outstanding leaders whose careers reflect a legacy of excellence, influence, and purpose. Their remarkable achievements have left an enduring impact on their organizations and the industry at large. Each honoree exemplifies what it means to lead with integrity, vision and strength. Congratulations on this well-deserved recognition.
Women of the Year Honorees: Jennifer Yohe (Media), Susan Tanamli (Technology), Elizabeth Wright (Entertainment)
To conclude the Signature Awards Luncheon, Orlando Hampton delivered closing remarks that brought the afternoon to a powerful and heartfelt finish. His presence and leadership served as a meaningful reminder of the importance of coming together to celebrate excellence across our industry. We’re grateful for his role in helping us wrap up an unforgettable event with inspiration!
The 2025 Signature Awards Luncheon was a powerful celebration of leadership, achievement and connection. We were proud to recognize this year’s exceptional Women of the Year and Women to Watch, and to bring together so many inspiring voices from across the industry.
Thank you to our outstanding board members for joining us at the 2025 Signature Awards Luncheon and for the invaluable contributions you make throughout the year. Your dedication, leadership, and unwavering support continue to elevate our mission and drive lasting impact across the media, entertainment, and technology landscape. We are deeply grateful for your commitment to advancing and empowering the leaders of tomorrow.
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.
The WICT Network held an exciting celebration of the 20th Anniversary of the PAR workplace diversity survey. In celebration of the anniversary, we created a special recognition for the six companies that have most consistently ranked at the top based on their PAR survey results.
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During the 2023 Signature Awards Luncheon, The WICT Network recognized the following top operators and programmers for their strong gender DEI efforts, based on data collected by the survey administrator, PwC. At the luncheon, we honored the 2022 Top Companies for Women to Work, based on our PAR survey results, including the top operators and programmers based on their achievements in demonstrating stronger gender diversity in the workplace.
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The WICT Network hosted a sell-out crowd with over 20 sponsor companies at The Plaza Hotel in New York City for its 2022 Signature Awards Luncheon, one of the organization’s key gender diversity platforms. An impressive roster of industry executives and leaders from across the media landscape celebrated the 50th anniversary of Title IX.
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Signature Luncheon
Tuesday, May 12
Cipriani 42nd Street
New York, NY
