Preliminary Program as of August 14, 2014Session Tracks: The Big Stage | Idea Lab | Chat Room | The Workshops

3:00 pm – 5:30 pmLiberty

WICT Chapter Leadership Panel & RoundtableBy invitation only

5:30 pm – 7:00 pm

Marquis Ballroom Promenade Upper Terrace

Betsy Magness 20th Anniversary CelebrationBMLI Alumnae and Full Conference Registrants only

BMLI is 20 and we are celebrating with a reception! On Sunday, September 14, from 5:30 – 7:00 pm, BMLI alumnae will gather with other conference attendees for a special reception celebrating the 20th anniversary of BMLI. This pre-conference reception provides an opportunity to connect with classmates and expand your network with panoramic views of Times Square as your backdrop.

8:00 am – 8:45 am5th Floor Foyer Continental Breakfast

8:45 am – 9:45 am

Westside Ballroom, 5th Floor

Conference Opening, Keynote and WICT 35th Anniversary Tribute

Maria E. Brennan, CAE, President & CEO, WICT Ann Carlsen, Founder & CEO, Carlsen Resources, Inc. David L. Cohen, Executive Vice President and Chief Diversity Officer, Comcast

Corporation Gail Sermersheim, Founder & First President of WICT (retired HBO)

Sponsor: Comcast NBCUniversal

10:00 am – 11:15 am Innovation Inspiration: A Culture of Creativity

The Big Stage

Westside Ballroom, 5th Floor

Efficiency and high-performance execution—staples of successful corporate operations—are no longer enough to stay competitive. To ensure long-term viability, organizations must innovate and tackle industry “disrupters” head on. Yet inside established, complex organizations, providing the culture and conditions necessary for innovation can prove difficult. Fortunately, there is a quiet revolution happening in corporate America. By implementing lessons learned from lean and nimble start-ups, big companies are reaping big rewards. Step in as our panel of strategists and leaders delve into game-changing approaches transforming the business of the business.

Bernadette Aulestia, EVP, Domestic Network Distribution, Home Box Office Jennifer Ball, EVP, Marketing & Content Partnerships, Univision

Communications Inc. Molly Battin, Chief Media and Business Insights Officer, Turner Media Group Erica Dhawan, CEO, Cotential

10:00 am – 11:15 am

Idea Lab

Julliard Complex, 5th Floor

The Self-Aware Leader: Roadmap to Reinvention

Our work routinely challenges us to find faster and better ways of doing things—to reinvent and re-think. Yet the speed of business pushes leaders to maintain a pace that may be exhilarating one day and exhausting the next. Leaders who move too fast risk missing important pieces of data that inform solid decision making. Self-aware leaders slow themselves down in order to speed themselves up. They recognize patterns around them to increase momentum and productivity. This interactive session presents practical and relevant disciplines based on research of more than 700 leaders. The session highlights four proven pillars, touching on factors as diverse as critical thinking proficiency to a commitment to generosity that might just change the way you approach your work, your team and the business.

Daniel Gallagher, SVP, Strategic Growth Initiatives, Comcast - Spectacor

10:00 am – 11:15 am

Chat Room

Lyceum Complex, 5th Floor

The Power of Story

Storytelling isn’t just for kids. Used to influence, persuade, motivate and inspire, telling a compelling story is an essential business tool in your personal and professional arsenal. And fortunately, it is a skill that can be learned. Stories inspire us and serve as the emotional glue that makes a meaningful connection between your objective and the audience you want to influence. Our session will provide a deeper understanding of the elements of a story and will give you insights about why it is such a vital tool.

Jane Praeger, Founder & President, Ovid, Inc.; Faculty, Columbia University

10:00 am – 11:15 am

The Workshops

Majestic Complex, 6th Floor

Amplify Your Presence with Passion & PurposePart I: Five Easy Steps to Create an Authentic Brand

Far too many people are too busy, and too few are ultimately fulfilled. How often do you step away from your daily task list to check on the direction you are heading? Join us for some fun. In this two-part workshop, you will have the opportunity to step out of your day-to-day and step up to a new view. In PART I you will get creative, drawing on the strengths, talents and passions you bring to the table. You will discover your unique key words, power tags and value. In PART II you will craft your mission and vision, learning how to wrap it all together to create a powerful plan to hold yourself accountable to your dreams. You will be working with other women who will

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challenge your thinking. Who knows? They may become your new partners in this quest for an even more fulfilled life.

Kimberly Maki, Corporate VP, Corporate Communications & Public Relations, Bright House Networks

11:15 am – 1:15 pm

Broadway Ballroom, 6th Floor

At The Touchstones Luncheon WICT will honor the2014 Woman of the Year and Woman to Watch

with opening remarks by Michael K. Powell, President & CEO, NCTA

Recognizing:

Woman of the YearChristine Driessen

EVP & CFOESPN, Inc.

Woman to Watch (Programmer)Jennifer Mirgorod

EVP, Brand DistributionTurner Broadcasting System, Inc.

Woman to Watch (Operator)Deborah Picciolo

SVP, Residential Technical OperationsTime Warner Cable

Premier Sponsor: SundanceTV

1:30 pm – 2:30 pm

The Big Stage

Westside Ballroom, 5th Floor

Smart Decisions: Leading in a Complex World

Making smart decisions is difficult. Making smart decisions in highly complex and uncertain circumstances is even more so. Yet never has it been so important! The ability to navigate tough choices, sift through overwhelming amounts of information, and recognize opportunities is exactly what pushes you out in front of the competition. From big data and analytics to good, old-fashioned instinct, find out what’s driving top strategists as they lead their teams and organizations. Sit in on this provocative discussion with some of media’s most innovative leaders and several out-of-the box thinkers to learn how to tie information, data, and ultimately choices to your bottom-line success.

Deborah Brecher, Managing Director, Management Consulting, Accenture

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Joan Gillman, President Time Warner Cable Media/EVP TWC, Time Warner Cable

Rebecca Glashow, SVP, Digital Distribution & Partnerships, Discovery Communications

Mary Meduski, EVP & CFO, Suddenlink Communications Melody Tan, Senior Vice President, Content Distribution & Marketing, MTV

Networks

1:30 pm – 2:30 pm

Idea Lab

Julliard Complex, 5th Floor

The Power of Vulnerability: Risk, Reward, and Resilience

We all dream of success in our careers, and it looks different for each of us. Whether you have reached middle management, achieved executive leadership, or earned a position in the C-Suite; real success requires more than intellect and hard work. How we “show up” affects our ability to achieve career goals and sustain our success. Vulnerability is a critical aspect of success. Our ability to be vulnerable influences how confident we truly are in those successes, however we define it. Join Dr. Kym for a provocative and frank discussion on how practicing vulnerability will strengthen the quality of your professional relationships, enrich the quality of your total career experience, and allow you to be truly confident in your success.

Kym Harris, PhD, President & CEO, Your SweetSpot Coaching and Consulting, LLC

1:30 pm – 2:30 pm

Chat Room

Lyceum Complex, 5th Floor

Leading During Turbulent Times: Mobilizing Yourself & Your Team for Change

Looking into the future is a waste of time if you don’t have people inside your organization serving as Change Champions. If you think you only need to be focused on the next big deal, new program or cool technology—think again. Business has found itself in the middle of a tornado and is looking for a ray of sunshine. All too often, especially during times of flux, organizations focus on the tactics -- losing sight of the big picture and the impact on people doing the actual work. What works? Developing yourself and your employees to be Change Champions and making sure everyone is ready when transitions actually happen. Join this strategy-filled session and learn how to tailor messaging for change. You will discover a three-step process for preparing yourself and your team to be ready.

Esther Weinberg, CEO, MindLight Group, LLC

Sponsor: Cable ONE1:30 pm – 2:30 pm

The Workshops

Majestic Complex, 6th Floor

Amplify Your Presence with Passion & PurposePart II: Build Your Blueprint for Brand Activation

Far too many people are too busy, and too few are ultimately fulfilled. How often do you step away from your daily routine to check on the direction you are heading? Join us for some fun. In this two-part workshop, you will have the opportunity to step out of your day-to-day and step up to a new view. In PART I you will get creative, drawing on the strengths, talents and passions you bring to the table. You will discover your unique key words, power tags and value. In PART II you will craft your mission and vision, learning how to wrap it all together to create a powerful plan to hold yourself accountable to your dreams. You will be working with other women who will challenge your thinking. Who knows? They may become your new partners in this quest for an even more fulfilled life.

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Kimberly Maki, Corporate VP, Corporate Communications & Public Relations, Bright House Networks

2:45 pm – 3:45 pm

The Big Stage

Westside Ballroom, 5th Floor

Navigating Your Career: Moves for Mobility

Keeping forward momentum in your career can be challenging, if not confusing. We are often so focused on immediate responsibilities and short-term results that we forget to think about the long-view. And the long-view requires planning. How do you chart your position, determine your direction and plan the best route? What questions do you need to ask yourself and what could derail you from your course? Join this candid discussion with leading industry executives as they provide insights on how you can foster your own development and position yourself for career growth.

Jocelyn Cooley, SVP, Human Resources & Talent Management, BET Networks Sandra Kapell, EVP, Human Resources & Administration, Cablevision Systems

Corp. Rhonda Taylor, EVP & Chief People Officer, Cox Communications Crystal Washington, Senior Vic, Senior Vice President, External Relations and

Vendor Management, Scripps Networks Interactive

2:45 pm – 3:45 pm

Idea Labs

Julliard Complex, 5th Floor

Media & Entertainment Overview: Megatrends and Their Implications

Digital disruptions abound at an unprecedented pace as content providers compete for slivers of consumer attention. What does this mean for today’s media and entertainment companies? In a constantly shifting landscape, the ability to successfully leverage current trends and forecast upcoming developments has never been more important. We invite you to participate in a briefing of the top trends reshaping the future of cable, from mobility and the Internet of Everything to the Maker Movement and alternative currencies. Our overview uncovers the top ten catalysts for growth that impact companies across all sectors of media.

2:45 pm – 3:45 pm

Chat Room

Lyceum Complex, 5th Floor

Team Trust: Communication & Influence Through the Art of Improv

Are you ready to have some fun? The tenets of improvisation, when used in business, can result in the invention of new thought patterns and practices and better ways to interact. The fundamentals of improvisation translate well to work challenges. In fact, some of your thorniest day-to-day hurdles—such as collaboration, building on others' ideas, and balancing the requirements of the team with individual needs—can be improved with the mindset required for effective improv. Join this high-energy presentation and step up to thinking about your team-building skills in a whole new light.

Deanna Moffitt, Senior Instructor, Business Improv

2:45 pm – 3:45 pm

The Workshops

Majestic Complex, 6th Floor

Productivity Hacks: Tech Tools for Taming Time

Your inbox is full, you have a big report due tomorrow, and four meetings on your calendar that are going to take up most of your day. Sound familiar? In today’s fast-paced business environment there never seems to be enough time in the day or days in the week. Join Jill Duffy, writer of the Get Organized column for PCMag.com and

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author of Get Organized: How to Clean Up Your Messy Digital Life, who will give you actionable tips and tools you can use to become more productive and better organized. Jill’s tips and techniques may even get you home in time for dinner.

Jill Duffy, Writer & Technology Analyst, PC Magazine

3:45 pm – 4:15 pm5th Floor Foyer

Sponsor: Neustar, Inc.

4:15 pm – 5:15 pm

Westside Ballroom, 5th Floor

Inside the Neuroscience of Gender Equity

As the business world debates the nuances of “Leaning In” and grapples with how to “Thrive,” research in the field of neuroscience is quickly picking up steam as a tool to move these crucial conversations forward. Join Stanford GSB Lecturer and neuroscientist Dr. Tara Swart as she shares insights on the inner workings of high performance, group dynamics, and conditions for leveling the playing field. She will provide tips and tangible steps for promoting mental agility, facilitating diverse thinking and cultivating a culture of success.

Tara Swart, PhD, CEO, The Unlimited Mind; Lecturer, Stanford Graduate School of Business

Sponsor: Accenture

5:30 pm – 7:00 pm

Broadway Lounge, 8th Floor

Big Apple Reception

WICT welcomes you to New York with a networking reception that boasts the best view in the city, over-looking the heart of Times Square and the Theater District. The comfortable and sophisticated Broadway Lounge hosts our Annual Big Apple Reception where you can catch up with colleagues and make new friends after a full day of sessions and learning.

Sponsor: A+E Networks5:45 pm – 6:30 pm

Broadway Lounge, 8th Floor

Structured Networking: Speed Mentoring

Back by request for the second year; join us for a unique mentoring experience that merges speed networking and executive mentoring. The mentoring roundtables will take place during our annual Big Apple Reception and will feature eight senior level cable executives to act as table hosts.

Building on participant feedback from our inaugural year, our table hosts will spend 10-12 minutes discussing and answering questions on several diverse topics. After the allotted time you will change tables to meet a new host as well as a new group of cable professionals. At the end of 45 minutes, you’ll have met not only your table mates but three industry leaders. You'll experience networking taken to the next level.

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Mentors: Sandra K. Howe, SVP, Global Marketing, ARRIS Susanne McAvoy, EVP, Crown Media Family Networks (Hallmark Channel &

Hallmark Movie Channel) Michelle Rice, EVP, Affiliate Sales & Marketing, TV One Leigh Woisard, SVP, Corporate Communications & Public Affairs, Cox

Communications Barbara Zaneri, EVP, Program Strategy, Scheduling & Acquisitions, BET

Networks

Space is limited to 40 participants for this event, and you’ll need to sign up in advance if you want your seat at the table. Sign-up starts pre-conference and will continue, based on availability, onsite at the WICT Registration Desk.

6:30 pm – 7:45 pmShubert Complex6th Floor

Women’s TechConnect SessionBy invitation only

Shannon Cassidy, Founder & CEO, bridge between, inc.

8:00 am – 8:45 am5th Floor Foyer Continental Breakfast

8:45 am – 10:00 am

Westside Ballroom5th Floor

Rarified Air: Profiles of Champions

Competitive sports share several fundamental characteristics with a competitive business environment, not the least of which is the desire to succeed, to win. Winning takes many forms; ranking first, outdoing your competition, and helping your team members develop their skills. High-performing individuals and teams demonstrate grit and mental agility. They create a culture of trust, combining equal parts confidence and accountability. In this session, we will explore the winning traits of several successful athletes who have trained their bodies and minds for competitive high performance. Tap in to the lessons they have learned along their journey and take away tips for creating your own next big win.

Cindy McConkey, SVP, Corporate Social Responsibility, Scripps Networks Interactive (Moderator)

10:00 am – 10:15 am5th Floor Foyer

Sponsor: Neustar, Inc.9:45 am – 11:15 am Special Activity: One-on-One Coaching Appointments

New this year – one-on-one quick coaching. Always wondered how a coach can help? This is your opportunity to find out. Sign up in advance to spend 25 minutes with an executive coach. Come prepared with a specific management or career development question and partner with a coach in a thought-provoking process designed to help

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clarify and shed light on your question. After you’ve signed up, we’ll assign you to one of our top coaches. Registration for the coaching appointments will open approximately 2 weeks prior to the conference. Watch your inbox for registration information.

Coaches: Shannon Cassidy, Founder and CEO, bridge between, inc. Laura Garnett, Executive Coach and Founder, Zone of Genius Kym Harris, PhD., President & CEO, Your Sweet Spot Coaching and Consulting,

LLC Lionel Schockness, Senior Consultant, Proteus International Esther Weinberg, CEO, MindLight Group, LLC

10:15 am – 11:15 am

Broadway Ballroom, 6th Floor

Fireside Chat: Journey of Impact and Change

“We believe strongly in empowering women as agents of sustainable change.” A powerful statement, and one that The Barefoot College lives every day. You don’t want to miss this lively talk with Meagan Fallone, CEO of The Barefoot College, and media maven Pat Mitchell. Meagan and Pat will explore the journey of The Barefoot College and the power that women have in the developing world to transform their communities and drive philanthropy. Learn about impact investing and hybrid philanthropy—two areas where women should be leading the way. Leave with a whole new perception of what you have the power to accomplish.

Meagan Fallone, CEO/Global Strategy & Development, The Barefoot College Pat Mitchell, Executive Vice Chair, The Paley Center

Sponsor: Scripps Networks Interactive

11:30 am – 12:45 pm

Westside Ballroom5th Floor

Closing General SessionPearls of Wisdom: The Courage to Create

Step In. Step Up. Stand Out. The featured speakers in this year’s Pearls of Wisdom have certainly been there and done that. Don’t miss this fast-paced, inspirational, rapid fire session as you learn how these thought-leaders have made a difference by fully embracing their passions, leading from the heart, and taking steps that have made lasting changes in the world around them.

Sponsor: AMC Networks

1:00 pm – 2:15 pmBroadway Ballroom6th Floor

L. Patrick Mellon Mentorship Program LuncheonPresented in partnership with NAMIC

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Sponsored by the Walter Kaitz Foundation

Registration and Information DeskLocation: 46th Street Registration – 5th Floor

Sunday, September 142:30 pm – 7:00 pm

Monday, September 157:00 am – 6:00 pm

Tuesday, September 167:30 am – 12:45 pm

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