The 2026 Women of the Year and Women to Watch Awards were presented at The WICT Network Signature Awards Luncheon, on Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at Cipriani 42nd St NYC. The event was an unforgettable celebration of exemplary women transforming the media, entertainment and technology industries.
2026 Women of the Year
Woman of the Year
Entertainment
Stephanie Mitchko
Chief Technology Officer & Global Head of Media Operations
AMC Global Media
Woman of the Year
Technology
Chandy Ghosh
Chief Operating Officer & GM
Sinch Emergency Services
2026 Women to Watch
Woman to Watch
Entertainment
Karen Bronzo
Chief Global Marketing Officer, US Networks & News
Warner Bros. Discovery
Woman to Watch
Technology
Pooja Jugran
Vice President, Strategy and Growth
Tech Mahindra
About the Awards
The Woman of the Year Award is bestowed on individuals who have made significant contributions to their company and the overall industry. They are proven leaders and assets who show great resolve to help others along their path. The WICT Network will select three honorees – one in media, one in entertainment and one in technology.
Attributes:
- Strong and articulate communicator who can rally others into action;
- Serves as a catalyst to advance the industry and its people;
- Inspires others through words and deeds;
- Listens to and connects with her peers;
- Leads fearlessly with a sense of purpose and vision.
This award is presented at The WICT Network Signature Awards Luncheon.
Note: Current members of The WICT Network Global Board are ineligible for this award.
The Woman to Watch Award honors individuals who show tremendous success and promise through their professional accomplishments. They demonstrate exemplary leadership skills in their company and a strong dedication to the industry. The WICT Network will select three honorees – one in media, one in entertainment and one in technology.
Attributes:
- Contributes significantly to transform her organization;
- Serves as a catalyst to help advance others at her organization;
- Serves as a role model and mentor to colleagues and others;
- Listens to and connects with her peers;
- Leads authentically with a commitment to her values.
This award is presented at The WICT Network Signature Awards Luncheon.
Note: Current members of The WICT Network Global Board are ineligible for this award.
Click here to view past recipients of the Women of the Year and Women to Watch awards.
*Note: an awards presentation was not held in 2020 due to the pandemic.
Past Honorees
Questions?
If you have any questions about our awards or the nomination process, please contact Louise Martin at lmartin@wict.org.
