Community Improvement & Capacity Building
Women In Cable Telecommunications
WASHINGTON, DC
Total revenue
$7.1M
Total expenses
$6.9M
Net assets
$16.4M
Grants received
$1.1M
14 grants
EIN
363814358
Tax year
2024
Mission
The wict network develops women leaders who transform our industry.
Programs
5 programs
Membershipour membership resources, educational programs, and original research support the professional growth of our community and strengthen our leadership in the industry. Members gain access to top-tier development and networking opportunities; on-demand educational content through the wict network's online learning library, including webinars and conference sessions; and connection tools such as the wict network member app, which enables members to network and collaborate across the globe.
Other servicesother services include marketing & communications, association outreach, program development, and capacity building. The wict network's local chapters offer vital connections throughout the u.s., europe, the u.k., and latin america. Chapters also offer meaningful leadership opportunities through committees and chapter board service. Chapter leaders work collaboratively to deliver programs and events focused on leadership, technology, mentoring, networking, and personal brand development. The organization also publishes regular industry news and insights.
Special eventsthe wict network hosts two signature events annually. The signature awards luncheon features the wict network's par research initiative, showcasing thought leaders from both inside and outside the industry to highlight the business case for gender diversity in the workplace. The touchstones luncheon, held during leadership development week, celebrates leaders and organizations that are paving the way for the development of women in the media industry.
Initiativesthe wict network drives industry change through research, advocacy, education, and the development of future-ready leaders.a cornerstone of this work is the par initiative, which tracks and supports the advancement of women in media, entertainment, and technology across three critical dimensions: pay equity, advancement opportunities, and resources for work/life integration.the par initiative serves as a roadmap for identifying and addressing inequities, helping companies improve practices related to recruitment, retention, and compensation. By establishing industry benchmarks, the par initiative plays a key role in creating a more equitable and inclusive work environment for all.
Professional educationthe wict network provides customized professional education programs tailored to the needs of companies across the industry, supporting leadership growth and organizational development.
Financials
FY 2024
Revenue
Expenses
People
31 listed
MARIA BRENNAN
PRESIDENT & CEO
$824K
40 hrs/wk
LEIGH WOISARD
CHAIR
$3K
4 hrs/wk
LISA ANSELMO
AT-LARGE DIRECTOR
—
4 hrs/wk
SAMIRA BAKHTIAR
AT-LARGE DIRECTOR
—
4 hrs/wk
VAL BORELAND
AT-LARGE DIRECTOR
—
4 hrs/wk
ROY CHO
AT-LARGE DIRECTOR
—
4 hrs/wk
PATTY DONALDSON
AT-LARGE DIRECTOR
—
4 hrs/wk
LAURA GENTILE
AT-LARGE DIRECTOR
—
4 hrs/wk
SARA HINZMAN
AT-LARGE DIRECTOR
—
4 hrs/wk
LORI LEBAS
AT-LARGE DIRECTOR
—
4 hrs/wk
SORAYA LOERTS
AT-LARGE DIRECTOR
—
4 hrs/wk
ANN MCGLENNEN
AT-LARGE DIRECTOR
—
4 hrs/wk
CINDY PARSONS
AT-LARGE DIRECTOR
—
4 hrs/wk
KIA PAINTER
AT-LARGE DIRECTOR
—
4 hrs/wk
LAURA PETERSON
AT-LARGE DIRECTOR
—
4 hrs/wk
TINA SIMMONS
AT-LARGE DIRECTOR
—
4 hrs/wk
ASIF SADIQ
AT-LARGE DIRECTOR
—
4 hrs/wk
NATHAN WATT
AT-LARGE DIRECTOR
—
4 hrs/wk
CRYSTAL BARNES
COMMITTEE CHAIR
—
4 hrs/wk
ALAKA WILLIAMS
COMMITTEE CHAIR
—
4 hrs/wk
JUSTIN CONNOLLY
COMMITTEE CHAIR
—
4 hrs/wk
KAREN BUCHHOLZ
COMMITTEE CHAIR
—
4 hrs/wk
RHONDA CRICHLOW
COMMITTEE CHAIR
—
4 hrs/wk
CATHERINE BOHIGIAN
TREASURER
—
4 hrs/wk
MICHELLE RICE
VICE CHAIR
—
4 hrs/wk
LESA FARIS
CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER
$279K
40 hrs/wk
LAINE CULBREATH
SVP, FINANCE & ADMINISTRATION
$184K
40 hrs/wk
JESSA COOKE
SVP, EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS
$169K
40 hrs/wk
CYNTHIA KEY
SVP, STRATEGY & BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT
$150K
40 hrs/wk
KRISTIN EDWARDS
SVP, MEMBER & CHAPTER DEVELOPMENT
$150K
40 hrs/wk
GREGORY HICKMAN
FORMER EVP
$119K
0Independent contractors
CREATIVE CENTER FOR LEADERSHIP
CURRICULUM DEVELOPMENT
NEW YORK MARRIOTT MARQUIS
EVENT SERVICES
PROTEUS INTERNATIONAL
CURRICULUM DEVELOPMENT
STANFORD UNIVERSITY
CURRICULUM DEVELOPMENT
CONFERENCE DIRECT LLC
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Grants received
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$1.1M from 6 funders · 14 grants · 2020–2024
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