Walk of Fame is an inspiring celebration of influential leaders in cable, who go above and beyond, push for success and change that brings immeasurable impact to our industry. Each year, 500+ gather to honor veteran leaders, up-and-coming talent, and game-changing industry contributors who exemplify WICT’s Touchstones of Leadership. This evening event attracts industry attendance from all levels, including national C-suite executives. Honorees embody WICT’s vision to create women leaders who transform our industry.
Our 2023 Walk of Fame event will be held on May 5th, 2023
at Seawell Ballroom at the Denver Performing Arts Center
Event Schedule
VIP Reception – 4:00-5:00 p.m.
General Reception – 5:00-6:00
Dinner – 6:30
Program – 7:00-8:30
After party – 8:30-10:00
Parking Garage Address:
1350 Arapahoe St., Denver, CO 80204
Rates:
0-59 Min- $5
1-2 Hrs.- $7
2-5- $10
5-12- $16
12-24- $21
Event Rate- $15+
Early Bird (in before 7:30am, out by 6pm)- $9
The parking garage is open 24/7 and managed by SP+, not the Denver Center for Performing Arts. Please visit their website www.parking.com.
There is no free short-term parking in the garage. Parking will not be validated. It is not possible to reserve specific parking spaces in the garage.
For more information including vendor parking details, view the parking guide.
Hotel Teatro is offering a discounted rate through April 4th.
$215+/night ($110+/night savings). This rate is for the Traditional Run of House room. Discounted Parking is available at $25/night.
Call the direct hotel number at 303-228-1100 or the Reservation Supervisor at 303-228-1113 and ask for The WICT Network discount for the May 5th Walk of Fame event.
View 2023 Walk of Fame Sponsorship Packages here
We are incredibly grateful for our sponsors and auction donors. Some examples of auction items we are looking for:
- Sporting equipment & accessories
- Technology tools & gadgets
- Restaurant gift certificates
- Entertainment experiences (music, sports, etc.)
- Personal care experiences (spas, salons, etc.)
- Travel experiences (lodging, airfare, etc.)
This is a list of suggestions, we are open to all ideas! Please contact the following lisa_wright@comcast.com for more information.
View a pdf of award categories
Woman of the Year
- A female in the Telecommunications Industry at the VP level or above who exemplifies The WICT Network Touchstones of Leadership and embodies The WICT Network’s mission to develop women leaders who transform the industry.
- An Executive who has made increasingly significant contributions throughout their career to their company and the overall industry.
- An Executive who has achieved top industry status and shows great resolve to help others along their path.
- An Executive who champions gender diversity efforts, embraces exemplary diversity and inclusion practices, and who consistently enables women in Telecommunications to achieve their full potential, as evidenced through their passion, words, and actions.
- An Executive who takes initiative, leads by example, is a role model to others in the industry, and demonstrates strong leadership skills and business savvy.
- An Executive who is active in their support of, and/or time with The WICT Network Global and/or the Rocky Mountain Chapter.
- Nominee must have at least five years total in the industry (does not have to be consecutive).
- Nominee must be a member of The WICT Network Rocky Mountain Chapter by 02/01/23, as confirmed by The WICT Network Global, and reside in Colorado, Utah, Nebraska, Montana, and Wyoming – or spend at least half of their time in one of those states.
Woman in Technology
- A female in the Telecommunications Industry at the Director level or above who exemplifies The WICT Network Touchstones of Leadership and embodies The WICT Network’s mission to develop women leaders who transform the industry.
- A leader who has made increasingly significant contributions throughout their career to their company and the overall industry because of their impressive technical knowledge and accomplishments, and/or their demonstrated expertise in delivering new products or technology.
- A leader who is committed to the continued growth of women pursuing careers in technology, champions gender diversity efforts, embraces exemplary diversity and inclusion practices.
- A leader who is committed to supporting Middle School, High School, and/or College student STEM outreach and programs.
- A leader who takes initiative, leads by example, and whose passion about technology inspires others.
- A leader who is active in their support of, and/or time with The WICT Network Global and/or the Rocky Mountain Chapter.
- Nominee must be a member of The WICT Network Rocky Mountain Chapter by 02/01/23, as confirmed by The WICT Network Global, and reside in Colorado, Utah, Nebraska, Montana, and Wyoming – or spend at least half of their time in one of those states.
Mentor of the Year
- An individual in the Telecommunications Industry at the Director level or above.
- An individual in the Telecommunications Industry who exemplifies The WICT Network Touchstones of Leadership and embodies The WICT Network’s mission to develop women leaders who transform the industry.
- An individual with a strong history of mentoring and coaching women throughout their career.
- An individual who consistently enables women in Telecommunications to achieve their full potential, as evidenced through their passion, words, and actions.
- An individual who supports the development and/or expansion of mentoring programs within their company and/or the industry.
- A leader who is active in their support of, and/or time with The WICT Network Global and/or the Rocky Mountain Chapter.
- Nominee must be a member of The WICT Network Rocky Mountain Chapter by 02/01/23, as confirmed by The WICT Network Global, and reside in Colorado, Utah, Nebraska, Montana, and Wyoming – or spend at least half of their time in one of those states.
Industry Partner of the Year
- A Telecommunications Industry company/representative that is not a Cable Operator or Programmer.
- A company/representative who is a key champion of The WICT Network Rocky Mountain Chapter, exemplifies The WICT Network Touchstones of Leadership, and supports The WICT Network’s mission to develop women leaders who transform the industry.
- A company/representative who champions gender diversity efforts, embraces exemplary diversity and inclusion practices, and who consistently enables women in Telecommunications to achieve their full potential, as evidenced through the company’s/representative’s passion, words, and actions.
- A company/representative that takes initiative, leads by example, is a role model to other companies/people in the industry, and demonstrates strong leadership and business savvy.
- If nominating a company, company must have a Colorado, Utah, Montana, Wyoming, and/or Nebraska presence.
- If nominating an individual, they must be a member of The WICT Network Rocky Mountain Chapter by 02/01/23, as confirmed by The WICT Network Global, and reside in Colorado, Utah, Nebraska, Montana, and Wyoming – or spend at least half of their time in one of those states.
Leader to Watch
- A leader in the Telecommunications Industry at the Manager, Sr. Manager, Director, or Sr. Director level (or technical equivalent) who shows tremendous potential and growth, and with impressive professional accomplishments.
- A leader who exemplifies The WICT Network Touchstones of Leadership.
- A leader who champions gender diversity efforts, embraces diversity and inclusion practices.
- A leader with a strong commitment to their company and the industry at large.
- A leader who takes initiative, leads by example, and whose passion about their work inspires others.
- A leader who is active in their support of, and/or time with The WICT Network Global and/or the Rocky Mountain Chapter.
- Nominee must have at least one year in the industry.
- Nominee must be a member of The WICT Network Rocky Mountain Chapter by 02/01/23, as confirmed by The WICT Network Global, and reside in Colorado, Utah, Nebraska, Montana, and Wyoming – or spend at least half of their time in one of those states.
Rising Star
- A front/first line leader (a people manager of individual contributors) or individual contributor in the Telecommunications Industry.
- A rising star who exemplifies The WICT Network Touchstones of Leadership.
- A rising star who leads by example, and demonstrates remarkable potential through their extraordinary performance, engagement, and impact on their team.
- A rising star who shows a willingness to grow personally and professionally.
- Nominee must have at least one year in the industry.
- Nominee must be a member of The WICT Network Rocky Mountain Chapter by 02/01/22, as confirmed by The WICT Network Global, and reside in Colorado, Utah, Nebraska, Montana, and Wyoming – or spend at least half of their time in one of those states.
Young Person to Watch
- A current or recently graduated (in the last 6 months) High School or College student who exemplifies The WICT Network Touchstones of Leadership.
- A High School or College student who demonstrates remarkable potential through their extraordinary leadership, creative problem-solving, and courage in the face of life’s challenges.
- A High School or College student who shows tremendous potential and growth, and who has impressive personal, school, and community accomplishments.
- A High School or College student who takes initiative, leads by example, and whose passion inspires others.
- Ideally, the nominee will have an interest in a Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM), Technology, or Telecommunications career.
- Nominee must reside in Colorado, Utah, Nebraska, Montana, and Wyoming – or spend at least half of their time in one of those states.
Lifetime Achievement
- An individual who retired (or is retiring) from the Telecommunications Industry at the VP level or above in 2022 or 2023 who has made increasingly significant contributions throughout their career to their company and the overall industry.
- An individual who exemplifies The WICT Network Touchstones of Leadership and embodies The WICT Network’s mission to develop women leaders who transform the industry.
- An individual with a reputation as a mentor and/or sponsor in the industry and inspires those around them.
- An individual who champions gender diversity efforts, embraces exemplary diversity and inclusion practices, and who consistently enables women in Telecommunications to achieve their full potential, as evidenced through their passion, words, and actions.
- An individual who is active in their support of, and/or time with The WICT Network Global and/or the Rocky Mountain Chapter.
- Nominee must have at least ten years total in the industry (does not have to be consecutive).
Woman of the Year
- How does the nominee exemplify The WICT Network Touchstones of Leadership? Please address all 7.
- How does the nominee embody The WICT Network’s mission to develop women leaders who transform the industry?
- What high level contributions has the nominee made to their company and the industry?
- How does the nominee champion gender diversity efforts and embrace exemplary equity, diversity, and inclusion practices?
- How does the nominee take initiative, lead by example, serve as a role model to others in the industry, and/or demonstrate strong leadership skills and business savvy?
- How is the nominee active in their support of, and/or time with The WICT Network Global and/or the Rocky Mountain Chapter?
- Does the nominee have at least five years total in the industry (does not have to be consecutive)?
- Is the nominee a member of The WICT Network Rocky Mountain Chapter?
- Does the nominee reside in Colorado, Utah, Nebraska, Montana, or Wyoming – or spend at least half of their time in one of those states?
- How do you think this nominee would react to being chosen for this award?
- Is there anything else you would like to tell us about this nominee?
- Include at least two endorsements from the nominees’ supervisor, peers, and/or industry leaders. Include names, titles, and email addresses. (May be uploaded as one or more separate documents here).
Woman in Technology
- How does the nominee exemplify The WICT Network Touchstones of Leadership? Please address at least 4 of the 7. Many previous winners’ nominations have included all 7.
- How does the nominee embody The WICT Network’s mission to develop women leaders who transform the industry?
- Tell us about the nominee’s technical passion and knowledge, technical accomplishments, and/or demonstrated technical expertise.
- How does the nominee support Middle School, High School, and/or College student STEM outreach and programs?
- How is the nominee active in their support of, and/or time with The WICT Network Global and/or the Rocky Mountain Chapter?
- Is the nominee a member of The WICT Network Rocky Mountain Chapter?
- Does the nominee reside in Colorado, Utah, Nebraska, Montana, or Wyoming – or spend at least half of their time in one of those states?
- How do you think this nominee would react to being chosen for this award?
- Is there anything else you would like to tell us about this nominee as it relates to this award?
- Include at least two endorsements from the nominees’ supervisor, peers, and/or industry leaders. Include names, titles, and email addresses. (May be uploaded as one or more separate documents here).
Mentor of the Year
- How does the nominee exemplify The WICT Network Touchstones of Leadership? Please address at least 4 of the 7. Many previous winners’ nominations have included all 7.
- How does the nominee embody The WICT Network’s mission to develop women leaders who transform the industry?
- How has the nominee mentored women throughout their career?
- How has the nominee mentored men throughout their career?
- How has the nominee supported the development and/or expansion of mentoring programs within their company and/or the industry?
- How is the nominee active in their support of, and/or time with The WICT Network Global and/or the Rocky Mountain Chapter?
- Is the nominee a member of The WICT Network Rocky Mountain Chapter?
- Does the nominee reside in Colorado, Utah, Nebraska, Montana, or Wyoming – or spend at least half of their time in one of those states?
- How do you think this nominee would react to being chosen for this award?
- Is there anything else you would like to tell us about this nominee as it relates to this award?
- Include at least two endorsements from the nominees’ supervisor, peers, and/or industry leaders. Include names, titles, and email addresses. (May be uploaded as one or more separate documents here).
Industry Partner of the Year
- Tell us about this company – what is its professional mission?
- How does the company champion The WICT Network Touchstones of Leadership? Please address at least 4 of the 7. Many previous winners’ nominations have included all 7.
- How does the company champion The WICT Network’s mission to develop women leaders who transform the industry?
- How does the company champion gender diversity efforts and embrace exemplary equity, diversity, and inclusion practices?
- How does the company consistently enable women in Telecommunications to achieve their full potential, as evidenced through the company’s/representative’s passion, words, and actions?
- How is this company/representative a role model to other companies/people in the industry?
- Does this company have a Colorado presence?
- If you are nominating an individual, are they a member of The WICT Network Rocky Mountain Chapter?
- How do you think this company’s leadership/representative would react to being chosen for this award?
- Is there anything else you would like to tell us about this company/representative as it relates to this award?
Leader to Watch
- How does the nominee exemplify The WICT Network Touchstones of Leadership? Please address at least 4 of the 7. Many previous winners’ nominations have included all 7.
- How does the nominee show tremendous potential and growth?
- What are the nominee’s high level professional accomplishments?
- How is the nominee committed to their company and the industry?
- How does the nominee champion gender diversity efforts and embrace exemplary equity, diversity, and inclusion practices?
- Does the nominee have at least one year in the industry?
- How is the nominee active in their support of, and/or time with The WICT Network Global and/or the Rocky Mountain Chapter?
- Is the nominee a member of The WICT Network Rocky Mountain Chapter?
- Does the nominee reside in Colorado, Utah, Nebraska, Montana, or Wyoming – or spend at least half of their time in one of those states?
- How do you think this nominee would react to being chosen for this award?
- Is there anything else you would like to tell us about this nominee as it relates to this award?
- Include at least two endorsements from the nominees’ supervisor, peers, and/or industry leaders. Include names, titles, and email addresses. (May be uploaded as one or more separate documents here).
Rising Star
- How does the nominee exemplify The WICT Network Touchstones of Leadership? Please address at least 4 of the 7. Many previous winners’ nominations have included all 7.
- Is this nominee a front/first line leader (a people manager of individual contributors) or an individual contributor?
- How does the nominee show tremendous potential?
- How does the nominee show a willingness to grow personally and professionally?
- Does the nominee have at least one year in the industry?
- Is the nominee a member of The WICT Network Rocky Mountain Chapter?
- Does the nominee reside in Colorado, Utah, Nebraska, Montana, or Wyoming – or spend at least half of their time in one of those states?
- How do you think this nominee would react to being chosen for this award?
- Is there anything else you would like to tell us about this nominee as it relates to this award?
- Include at least two endorsements from the nominees’ supervisor, peers, and/or industry leaders. Include names, titles, and email addresses. (May be uploaded as one or more separate documents here).
Young Person to Watch
- Is the nominee a current or recently graduated (in the last 6 months) High School or College student?
- How does the nominee exemplify The WICT Network Touchstones of Leadership? Please address at least 4 of the 7. Many previous winners’ nominations have included all 7.
- How does the nominee demonstrate their leadership, creative problem-solving, and/or courage in the face of life’s challenges?
- What are the nominee’s high level personal, school, and/or community accomplishments?
- Is the nominee interested in a Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM), Technology, or Telecommunications career?
- Does the nominee reside in Colorado, Utah, Nebraska, Montana, or Wyoming – or spend at least half of their time in one of those states?
- How do you think this nominee would react to being chosen for this award?
- Is there anything else you would like to tell us about this nominee as it relates to this award?
Lifetime Achievement
- Is this nominee retiring in 2023, or did they retire in 2022 from the Telecommunications Industry?
- How does the nominee exemplify The WICT Network Touchstones of Leadership? Please address all 7.
- How does the nominee embody The WICT Network’s mission to develop women leaders who transform the industry?
- What high level contributions has the nominee made to her company and the industry?
- How has the nominee mentored and/or sponsored others in the industry?
- How does the nominee inspire those around them?
- How does the nominee champion gender diversity efforts and embrace exemplary equity, diversity, and inclusion practices?
- How is the nominee active in their support of, and/or time with The WICT Network Global and/or the Rocky Mountain Chapter?
- Does the nominee have at least ten years total in the industry (does not have to be consecutive)?
- Does the nominee reside in Colorado, Utah, Nebraska, Montana, or Wyoming – or spend at least half of their time in one of those states?
- How do you think this nominee would react to being chosen for this award?
- Is there anything else you would like to tell us about this nominee?
- Include at least two endorsements from the nominees’ peers and industry leaders. Include names, titles, and email addresses. (May be uploaded as one or more separate documents here).
The WICT Network: Rocky Mountain held its first Walk of Fame event in 2000 as a small awards ceremony for WICT members and industry professionals. Today, the Walk of Fame has grown to become the annual “who’s who” event for professionals in the cable telecommunications industry, attracting more than 600 guests each year. Honorees are announced in advance of the Walk of Fame event and their achievements are highly publicized throughout the industry. This even sells out every year, so get your tickets early!
Explore below to see who has been honored.
2022 Honorees
| Award | Name | Title | Company |
| Woman of the Year | Shannon Saviers | Vice President | Sand Cherry Associates |
| Woman in Technology | Michelle O. Johnson | Sr. Director, Planning and Design | Comcast |
| Mentor of the Year | Camilla Formica | Chief Revenue Officer | NCTI |
| Industry Partner of the Year | Stacey Slaughter | President, CEO | NCTI |
| Lifetime Achievement Award | Jana L. Henthorn | Industry Leader, Community Activist | |
| Leader to Watch | Raquenel Garcia | Sr. Director, Data Insights | Charter |
| Leader to Watch | Michelle Vendelin | Director, Innovation Services | CableLabs |
| Leader to Watch | Kelly Overton | Sr. Product Manager | Charter |
| Leader to Watch | Hope Pompey | Sr. Manager, Tech Ops | Comcast |
| Leader to Watch | Hannah Hardi | Marketing Director | The Cable Center |
| Leader to Watch | Gia Roe | Director, Lab Engineering | Charter |
| Leader to Watch | Crystal Allen | Executive Director, Customer Engagement Marketing | CSG |
| Rising Star | Prathima Chaganty | Operations Engineer | Comcast |
| Rising Star | Jessica Loomer | Sr. Manager, Accessibility | Charter |
| Young Person to Watch | Laura Ivonne Jaime Gonzalez | DSST College View High School |
2020/2021 Honorees
| Award | Name | Title | Company |
| Woman of the Year | Dana Filip-Crandall | SVP, Customer Experience and Call Center Operations | Comcast |
| Woman in Technology | Jennifer Andreoli-Fang | Distinguished Technologist | CableLabs |
| Mentor of the Year | Brian Lucyk | Managing Director | Slalom Consulting |
| Industry Partner of the Year | Larry Wolcott | President | Rocky Mountain SCTE |
| Leader to Watch | Stacy Adams | Senior Manager, Innovation & Incubation | Comcast |
| Leader to Watch | Michelle Hunt | Director, Engineering | Charter |
| Leader to Watch | Kevin Uyeno | Director, Project Deployment | Charter |
| Leader to Watch | Susan Woolard | Principal Engineer, Voice Engineering | Comcast |
| Leader to Watch | Michael Wulf | Manager, HR Analytics | Charter |
| Rising Stars | Andrea Carricato | Service Delivery Coordinator | Zayo |
| Rising Stars | Shelly Moorman | Senior Enterprise Product Manager | Charter |
| Young Person to Watch | Keidyfer Leon | Student | Overland High School |
2019 Honorees
| Award | Name | Company |
| Woman of the Year | Jodi Robinson | Charter |
| Woman in Technology | Elisia Reed | Charter |
| Mentor of the Year | Shane Portfolio | Comcast |
| Industry Partner of the Year | Rachel Beisel | CableLabs |
| Leader to Watch | Cindi Thompson | Charter |
| Leader to Watch | Jen Shadboldt | Charter |
| Leader to Watch | Janice Silver | The Cable Center |
| Leader to Watch | Megan McCourt-Merk | Sand Cherry Associations |
| Leader to Watch | Jill Johnson | Comcast |
| Leader to Watch | Jason Foisy | Comcast |
| Rising Stars | Denise Hunt | Comcast |
| Rising Stars | Daisy Henderson | Comcast |
| Rising Stars | Robin Perman | Comcast |
| Rising Stars | Courtney Beckham | Charter |
| Young Woman to Watch | Monserrat Vazquez | The Cable Center |
| Award | Name | Title | Company |
| Woman of the Year | Jana Henthorn | President & CEO | The Cable Center |
| Woman in Technology | Laura Moche | Senior Director Engineering | Charter |
| Mentor of the Year | David Eng | Distinguished Engineer | Comcast |
| Industry Partner of the Year | Sand Cherry | Boutique Consulting Firm | Sand Cherry |
| Woman to Watch | Holly Hinze | Director Commercial/Residential Products | Charter |
| Woman to Watch | Marjorie Truitt | Director Residential Product Reporting | Charter |
| Woman to Watch | Kelley Rapoza | Director Technology Services | Charter |
| Woman to Watch | Jennifer Kramer | Director Human Resources | Comcast |
| Woman to Watch | Christina Stephens | Director Technical Operations | Comcast |
| Woman to Watch | Lisa Schwab | UpRamp/Cable Labs | |
| Young Woman to Watch | Sravani Katamaneni | STEM School | Highlands Ranch |
| 17th Annual Walk of Fame May 25th, 2017 | ||
| NAME | Award | Company |
| Robin Tolva | Woman of the Year | Charter Communications |
| Adrianne Hinds | Woman in Technology | Cablelabs |
| Rich Jennings | Mentor of the Year | Comcast |
| Slalom Consulting | Industry Partner of the Year | Slalom |
| Ashley Berry | Young Woman to Watch | |
| Frances Augustine | Woman to Watch | Comcast |
| Kinsley Civili | Woman to Watch | Charter Communications |
| Kei Foo | Woman To watch | Charter Communications |
| Lisa Vandermark | Woman To watch | CSG |
| Robin Veit | Woman To Watch | Starz |
| Emily Winger | Woman To Watch | Comcast |
| 16th Annual Walk of Fame 2016 | |||
| NAME | Award | Company | Title |
| Jenelle Chaplin | Woman To Watch | Comcast | Director, Customer Care Strategic Initiatives (west division) |
| Shashikala Shamarao | Woman To Watch | Charter Communications | Director, Technology Services |
| Erin Kusmierski (Toney) | Woman To Watch | Charter Communications | Director, Wireless Internet Products |
| Grace Wiggins | Woman To Watch | Charter Communications | Sr. Supply Chain Demand Planner |
| Natalie Makowka | Woman To Watch | Comcast | Sr. IT Solutions (Comcast Business) |
| Judy Batenburg | Woman in Technology | Starz | SVP IT Services |
| Christopher Marsh | Mentor of the Year | TWC | VP of Web & Commerce Engineering |
| Sarah Gustashaw | Woman of the Year | Comcast | VP, Finance Mountain West |
| 16th Annual Walk of Fame May 21, 2015 | |||
| NAME | Award | Company | Title |
| Kathy Carrington | Woman of the Year | Charter Communications | Senior VP-Corporate Services |
| Rich DiGeronimo | Mentor of the Year | Charter Communications | Executive VP, Product & Strategy |
| Maria Rothschild | Woman in Technology | Comcast | Director, National Video Deployment Engineering |
| Tom Gorman | Partner of the Industry | opXL, LLC | President |
| Megan Reeder-Holman | Woman to Watch | Starz Entertainment, LLC | VP of Sales & Affiliate Marketing |
| Pamela Kelley | Woman to Watch | Comcast | Senior Director Human Resources – Nat’l Customer Ops |
| Angela Peleschka | Woman to Watch | Comcast West Division | Vice President Credits and Collections |
| Cat Reusswig | Woman to Watch | Time Warner Cable | Sr. Director Web Portals, Engineering Web & Commerce |
| Kris Shrader | Woman to Watch | Comcast West Division | Director of Outsourcing Operations |
| 15th Annual Walk of Fame May 22, 2014 | |||
| NAME | Award | Company | Title |
| Maggie Chan Jones | Woman of the Year | Level 3 | Senior VP, Marketing |
| Steve White | Mentor of the Year | Comcast – West Division | President |
| Michael Turner | Partner of the Industry | RevGen Partners | President & CEO |
| Angela Plomondon | Woman in Technology | Charter Communications | Senior Director, Video Operations |
| Cheryl Davis | Woman to Watch | Charter Communications | Senior Director, Product Management |
| Sally Huriaux | Woman to Watch | Comcast – Mile High Region | Director, Project Management |
| Adrianne Steiss | Woman to Watch | CSG International | Executive Director, Global Corporate Marketing |
| Michelle White | Woman to Watch | Comcast – West Division | Senior Director, FP&A |
| MacKenzie Roebuck-Walsh | Woman to Watch | Comcast – West Division | Manager, Customer Experience |
| 14th Annual Walk of Fame May 2, 2013 | |||
| NAME | Award | Company | Title |
| Amy Blair | Woman of the Year | Liberty Global, Inc. | Senior VP, Chief Human Resources Officer |
| Peter Kalan | Mentor of the Year | CSG International | Chief Executive Officer and President |
| Nancy Davoust | Woman in Technology | Comcast Cable | Distinguished Enginneer Systems & Security Architect |
| Jodi Robinson | Woman in Technology | Starz Entertainment | VP Internet & Interactive Technology |
| Billi Capra | Teamwork in Innovation | Altitude Sports & Entertainment | Vice President, Broadcast Services |
| Kim Carroll | Woman to Watch | Charter Communications | Senior Director Strategic Program Management Office |
| Camille Hammond | Woman to Watch | Disney & ESPN Media Networks | Senior Director Field Sales |
| Veronica “Roni” Jellison | Womant to Watch | Comcast Cable – West Division | VP, Business Class Customer Service Stategy & Operations |
| Lori Lemmen | Womant to Watch | WOW! Internet Cable Phone | Director, Program Management Office |
| Kalpa Subramanian | Woman to Watch | Comcast Cable | Director, National Engineering & Technical Operations |
| Alexandra Ballas | Woman to Watch | Comcast Cable | Manager Public Relations Mile High Region |
| 13th Annual Walk of Fame 2012 | |||
| NAME | Award | Company | Title |
| Cathy Kuo | Woman of the Year | WOW! Internet, Cable and Phone | Chief Marketing Officer |
| Shelly Harper | Mentor of the Year | Altitude Sports & Entertainment | Senior VP, Programming & Production |
| Steve Raymond | Teamwork in Innovation | Disney ESPN Media Networks | Senior VP, National Accounts |
| Joe Rooney | Teamwork in Innovation | Cox Communications | Senior VP, Brand Marketing, Social Media & Advertising |
| Debbie Fitzgerald | Woman in Technology | CableLabs | Debbie Fitzgerald |
| Karen Abene | Woman to Watch | Starz Entertainment | Senior Director, Affiliate Sales and Support |
| Keely Rose Buchanan | Woman to Watch | Time Warner Cable | Manager, Communications |
| Amy Kim | Woman to Watch | Charter Business | Director of Marketing |
| Lisa Panepinto | Woman to Watch | Comcast West Division | VP of Operations Analysis & Planning, Customer Care |
| Angela Plomondon | Woman to Watch | Comcast | Senior Director Video Operations, Nat’ Engineering & Tech Ops |
| 12th Annual Walk of Fame May 12, 2011 | |||
| NAME | Award | Company | Title |
| Cynthia Carpenter | Woman of the Year | iBahn | Vice President Marketing, Americas |
| Maria Popo | Woman of the Year | Ubee Interactive | President, Americas |
| Mike Hayashi | Mentor of the Year | Time Warner Cable | Executive VP, Advanced Engineering &Technology |
| Marti Moore | Woman in Technology | Charter Communications | VP of Web Technology – Customer Experience |
| Cindy Parsons | Teamwork in Action | Comcasat | VP of Public Relations – Mile High Region |
| Ruth Rohs | Teamwork in Action | Comcast | Manager of Community Relations – Mile High Region |
| Patty Bullington | Woman to Watch | Charter Communications | Corporate Director of Marketing |
| Shelly Humphreys | Woman to Watch | Broadband Insights, Inc | Mangaing Director |
| Katherine Kirchner | Woman to Watch | Comcast | Executive Director of Operations |
| Angie Reynolds | Woman to Watch | Charter Communications | Curriculum Manager |
| Darla Thompson | Woman to Watch | CSG Systems | VP, Strategic Business Unit |
| 11th Annual Walk of Fame April 29, 2010 | |||
| NAME | Award | Company | Title |
| Abby Pfeiffer | Woman of the Year | Charter Communications | Senior VP, Human Resources |
| Scott Binder | Mentor of the Year | Comcast | Senior VP, Mile High Region |
| Gary Traver | Partner of the Industry | Comcast Media Center | Senior VP, COO |
| Carol MacBride | Woman in Technology | Comcast Spotlight | Senior Director, New Product Technology Development |
| Amy Bell | Woman to Watch | Starz Entertainment | Executive Director, Marketing Communications |
| Anne Collins | Woman to Watch | CSG Systems | Executive Director, Account Management |
| Sara Eder | Woman to Watch | Eder Communications | Principal and Owner |
| Shelly Guiou Thompson | Woman to Watch | Charter Communications | Vice President, Programming |
| Cindy Varga | Woman to Watch | Liberty Global, Inc | Program Manager, Office of the CTO |
| 10th Annual Walk of Fame May 6, 2009 | |||
| NAME | Award | Company | Title |
| Kelly Bumann | Woman of the Year | Starz Entertainment | VP Brand Strategy & Marketing Communications |
| Jill Stark | Woman of the Year | Charter Communications | VP, West Operating Group |
| Tom Feige | Mentor of the Year | Time Warner Cable | Regional VP of Northeast/National Division |
| Dr. Richard R. Green | Partner of the Industry | CableLabs | President and Chief Executive Officer |
| Sara Baack | Woman in Technology | Level 3 Communications | Senior Vice President, Voice Services |
| Nancy Hankins | Woman to Watch | Charter Communications | Senior Director, Procurement |
| Connie Keith | Woman to Watch | CSG Systems | VP, Charter Strategic Business Unit |
| Charlon McIntosh | Woman to Watch | Comcast Colorado | Vice President of Customer Care |
| Jennifer Pellegrino Stamm | Woman to Watch | The Cable Center | Marketing Manager |
| Missy Wood | Woman to Watch | Comcast Colorado | Senior Manager of Engineering Operations |
| 9th Annual Walk of Fame May 13, 2008 | |||
| NAME | Award | Company | Title |
| Tracy Baumgartner | Woman of the Year | Comcast West Division | Vice President, Public Relations |
| Marwan Fawaz | Mentor of the Year | Charter Communications | Chief Technical Officer & Executive Vice President |
| Jana Henthorn | Partner of the Industry | The Cable Center | Senior VP, Programs & Education |
| Sherisse Hawkins | Woman in Technology | Time Warner Cable | VP, Software Engineering |
| Grace Egan | Woman in Technology | Time Warner Cable | VP, Product Engineering |
| Christin Brown | Woman to Watch | WOW! Internet Cable Phone | Vice President, Marketing |
| Karen Eckmann | Woman to Watch | CSG Systems | VP, Corporate Communicatons |
| Jacyn Meyer | Woman to Watch | Starz Entertainment | Director, Affiliate Sales |
| 8th Annual Walk of Fame May 2, 2007 | |||
| NAME | Award | Company | Title |
| Judi Allen | Woman of the Year | ALLENStrategies, Inc. | President |
| Cathy Fogler | Woman of the Year | Charter Communications | VP, Video Programming & Product Management |
| Brad Dusto | Mentor of the Year | Comcast Cable | President – West Division |
| Cindy Bennett | Partner of the Industry | Organic People | President |
| Leslie Ellis | Woman in Technology | Ellis Edits | Independent analyst, columnist, author |
| Brenda Price | Woman to Watch | Time Warner Cable, National Division | Senior Director of Marketing |
| Corrina Ruttkar | Woman to Watch | CSG Systems, Inc. | Vice President, Customer Strategies |
| Vernise York | Woman to Watch | Comcast Colorado | Digital Voice Operations Manager |
| 7th Annual Walk of Fame May 25, 2006 | |||
| NAME | Award | Company | Title |
| Debbie Egner | Woman of the Year | Starz Entertainment Group | Senior VP, Affiliate Sales and Sales Operations |
| Nancy McGee | Woman of the Year | Adelphia Communications | Senior VP Marketing and Sales |
| Ed Nafus | Mentor of the Year | CSG Systems International, Inc. | CEO & President |
| Louise Atkinson | Woman of Influence | TeleTech | Senior VP of Strategic Accounts |
| Nancy Sanders | Woman of Influence | Time Warner Cable National Division | VP, Group Operations and Division Marketing |
| Connie Campbell | Woman of Influence | Adelphia Communications | Senior VP of Operations and Finance |
| Bonnie Cleaver | Woman in Technology | Comcast Media Center | Senior Director of Strategic Initiatives |
| Kelly Bumann | Woman to Watch | Starz Entertainment Group | VP of Key Initiatives |
| Cindy Parsons | Woman to Watch | Comcast – Colorado Region | Senior Director of Public Relations |
| 6th Annual Walk of Fame May 18, 2005 | |||
| NAME | Award | Company | Title |
| Leslie Grayson | Woman of the Year | Time Warner Cable – National Division | Vice President of Operations |
| Cathy Klistrom | Woman of the Year | Comcast – West Division | Senior Vice President of Customer Care |
| Ron Cooper | Mentor of the Year | Adelphia Communications | President & COO |
| Rebecca Lim | Woman in Technology | Starz Entertainment Group | Senior Director of Advanced Services |
| Maria Arias | Woman to Watch | Adelphia Communications | VP of Law and Government Affairs |
| Wendy Farley | Woman to Watch | Comcast – Colorado | Senior Director of Government Affairs |
| 5th Annual Walk of Fame May 13. 2004 | ||
| NAME | Company | Title |
| Sheryl Anderson | Starz Encore Group | Senior VP Human Resources & Administration |
| Louise Atkinson | TeleTech Holdings, Inc | Senior VP, Broadband |
| Lee Clayton | Charter Communications Inc | Senior VP, Operations Midwest Division |
| Leslie Ellis | Analyst, Colmnist, Author | |
| Charlotte Field | Comcast Corporation | Senior VP, Network and Technology |
| Ellen Filipiak | Adelphia Communications, Inc. | Senior VP, Customer Care |
| Cathy Kuo | WOW! Internet & Cable | Senior Vice President |
| Lisa Lee | Broadband Insights, LLC | Chief Executive Officer |
| Susan Rardin | Comcast Corporation | Vice President, Customer Care |
| Michelle Sie Whitten | Encore International | President & CEO |
| Cath Fogler | Adelphia Communications, Inc. | VP, Video Product Management |
| Juliet Randall | Qwest Communications, Inc. | Director, Local Voice Sercvices |
| Page Shaper | Charter Communications Inc | Director New Products |
| 4th Annual Walk of Fame May 6, 2003 | ||
| NAME | Company | Title |
| Linda Adams | Level 3 Communications | Group Vice President |
| Dana Crandall | Qwest Communications | Senior VP, Wholesale Customer Service Operations |
| Cyndee Everman | Time Warner Cable | VP Operational Support Systems |
| Lisa Lee | Broadband Insights, LLC | CEO |
| Midge Pierce | WAM! Starz Encore Group | VP, Programming |
| Mary White | Comcast Cable, Colorado Market | Senior Vice President |
| JoLynne Whiting | US West & Qwest Communications | Retired Officer |
| Linda Williams | Time Warner Cable National Division | VP, Human Resources |
| 3rd Annual Walk of Fame May 16, 2002 | ||
| NAME | Company | Title |
| Sam Klosterman | Wisdom Media Group | Vice President Affiliate Sales |
| Joanne Lintjer | Daniels & Associates | Director of Administration |
| Luisa Murcia | AT&T Broadband | Vice President – IP Technology Strategy |
| Nancy Murphy | AT&T Broadband | Senior Director, Regulatory Affairs |
| Midge Pierce | WAM! America’s Kidz Network – Starz | Vice President, Programming |
| Mary White | AT&T Broadband | Senior Vice Presdient |
| Linda Williams | Time Warner Cable | Vice President, Human Resources |
| 2nd Annual Walk of Fame May 17, 2001 | ||
| NAME | Company | Title |
| Ann Carlsen | Carlsen Resources, Inc. | Founder and CEO |
| Theresa Conley | AT&T Broadband | Vice President, Video Strategy & Product Management |
| Courtney Cowgill | Formerly AT&T Broadband | |
| Jana Henthorn | A&E Television Networks | Vice President, Affiliate Sales W. Region |
| Michelle Lee | AT&T Broadband | Vice President, National Access System |
| Sandy Monahan | AT&T Broadband | Senior Director, IT Systems Deployment & Operations Support |
| Nancy Murphy | AT&T Broadband | Senior Director, Regulatory Affairs |
| Pat Thompson | Daniels & Associates | Senior Vice President |
| Jillian Wachendorf | Starz Encore Group, LLC | Senior Vice President, Affiliate Marketing |
| Cathy Wilson | The Literature Library of Broadband Technology | CEO & Publisher |
| 1st Annual Walk of Fame May 18, 2000 | ||
| NAME | Company | Title |
| Colleen Abdoulah | Formerly of AT&T Broadband | |
| Ann Carlsen | Carlsen Resources | Founder & CEO |
| Jeanne Davison | Voyant Technologies | VP of Marketing |
| Suzy Dotson | AT&T Cable Services Denver | Director of Customer Service |
| Gayle Greer | GS2 | Principal & Co-Founder |
| Sandy Marquette | AT&T Cable Services Cheyenne | General Manager |
| Leslie Nittler | Starz Encore Group | Senior VP, New Media |
| Jan Peters | MediaOne | President & CEO |
| Kathy Stewart | AT&T Cable Services Fort Collins | General Manager |
| June Travis | WICT National | Past President |
| Jilliana Wachendorf | Starz Encore Group | Senior VP, Cable Sales & Affiliate Marketing |
| Priscilla Walker | Walker Innovations | President |
| Ruth Warren | Formerly of Jones Intercable | |
The WICT Network Touchstones of Leadership form the foundation for all of WICT’s initiatives serving as a compass along the path of strategic and effective leadership development.
KNOW YOURSELF and what you stand for and where you are headed.
You must understand who you are before you can decide who you want to be. Take stock of your strengths and weaknesses, and understand your limitations. Set realistic goals for yourself, keeping in mind that a balance between work and life makes for a healthy leader. Maintain your own morals, values and ethics, so you can hold yourself to the high standards you set. Unleash the leader within you, taking control of your career and steering it in the precise direction you want to go.
COMMUNICATE with passion and poise, in writing and in-person.
The strongest communicators do more than just talk. Aspire to deliver a speech powerful enough to inspire an entire auditorium or to put pen to paper in such a way that others can be rallied into action through the power of your words. Learn to negotiate for the best possible outcomes with both logic and compassion. The ability to do all this will make you a communicator who embodies conviction and passion – qualities a great leader needs to succeed.
LISTEN with more than just your ears.
Strive to be an active listener who processes what is being conveyed and learn from people through their words. It is by listening with your heart, as well as your head, that you will build lasting relationships strengthening your cohort and helping others around you to grow along the way.
CONNECT to your peers, your industry, and everything around you.
You cannot move forward without a keen understanding of your network – the people you work with and the industry you work in. Immerse yourself in the economics and business practices that affect your company, clients, and colleagues. Keep your ear to the ground. Be aware of your competition and gain the upper hand. Build a support system for yourself and those within your community. Great leaders get connected and stay connected, using every ounce of information to their advantage.
BE A CATALYST and set the wheels of change in motion.
Progress is never made by standing still or by relying on the same old ideas. As a leader you must push the envelope to transform our industry with innovative concepts that are bigger and better than ever before. Take initiative. Raise the bar. Demand equality on all fronts and embrace diversity. Above all, never accept less respect than you offer others, because change can only take hold if it is grounded in respect.
BE FEARLESS and confident in your convictions as you take risks and bring others along.
To be a great leader, look fear in the eye and turn it to your advantage as the force driving you into uncharted territory. Use the adrenaline to keep climbing the corporate ladder. Don’t surrender or retreat. Commit to your vision and believe in it above everything else. Others will sense your conviction and be willing to follow – without fear.
INSPIRE and others will follow.
Rally those around you to support your vision. Be a mentor, a guide, and a role model – one who learns from what she teaches. Help those around you achieve their full potential with a helping hand that paves the way for future leaders. Be dynamic and strong, and you will inspire others to embrace your vision as the one they want to be part of, and the one they choose to follow.
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Honorees
Woman of The Year
Amy Lynch
President, Northeast Division, Comcast
Amy is the senior executive responsible for all aspects of operations across 14 northeastern states from Maine through Virginia and the District of Columbia. With more than 25 years of experience in telecommunications, media and technology, Amy is a seasoned executive with deep operational, financial and management expertise. Most recently, she served as Senior Vice President, CX and Customer Operations for the West Division, overseeing all aspects of customer experience strategy, care and technical operations, logistics and tools.
Woman in Tech
Katie Collins
Sr. Director, Mobile Services and Product Experience, Charter Communications
Katie leads all aspects of Product design, development and delivery for Spectrum Mobile. With over 28 years of industry experience, Katie is committed to the continued growth of women pursuing careers in technology, is a strong advocate for WICT and for the development of women leaders in her organization.
Katie has directly impacted the success of Spectrum Mobile by driving a major technology roadmap that transformed Charter from a new entrant competitor in 2018 to a nationally recognized wireless carrier with more than 5 million lines.
Mentor of The Year
David Debrecht
Vice President, Wireless Technologies, CableLabs
David directs the execution and adoption of new wireless technologies and specifications for the secure delivery of high-speed data, video, voice, and next generation services for CableLabs members and the industry.
David has 35 years of experience with wireless technology development in both government and commercial applications. He has served in a broad range of technology and product development roles, including various positions in R&D, product management, and technology development. David started his career at General Dynamics developing radar, radar warning, and electronic countermeasures prior to 25 years with Nokia.
Industry Partner
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Leader to Watch
Barbara Nelms
Director, Technology Standards & Certifications, Charter Communications
Barbara has been in the telecommunications industry since 2009. In her most recent role as a Director, Technology Standards at Charter Communications, she leads of team of experienced Product Delivery Managers. She is also leading the charge to build out the repository and governance for Digital Platforms’ technology standards, tech certifications self-service promotions program, and process and intake for all incoming projects and proposals. She is a passionate advocate for creating the industry’s future leaders, recently serving as WICT Rocky Mountain President
Leader to Watch
Devaki Parma
Director, Wireless Products, Charter Communications
During her 8 years with Charter, Devaki launched the first DOCSIS 3.1 eMTA and has led the renewed focus on delivering innovative WIFI solutions for SMB and Residential customers. Devaki has previously served as Director of WICT Speaks and the inaugural Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion for WICT Rocky Mountain. She is dedicated to leaving a legacy of leadership that not only inspires but sparks others to think differently about inclusion, equity, and diversity.
Leader to Watch
Jana Cornelison
Sr. Manager, Business Intelligence & Process Effectiveness, Comcast
Jana has been part of the telecommunications industry for over 20 years, and with Comcast since 2006. Currently, she helps influence leaders with data and process standards throughout the organization to improve business operations for the XOC and Engineering organizations. Her team has critical oversight of network reliability and provides related KPIs to drive success.
Leader to Watch
Stephanie Brawley
Sr. Director, Video Operations, Charter Communications
Stephanie joined Charter Communications and the cable industry in 2018. Her team provides tools and automation capabilities for Video Operations partners as part of Network Operations. Her main goal is to provide visibility and efficiencies which improve customer experience. Prior to joining Charter, Stephanie spent 13 years in the software development industry focusing on customer excellence, implementations and product management.
Leader to Watch
Veronica Bloom
Sr. Director, Data Science, Charter Communications
Dr. Bloom leads a data science organization focused on using data science and machine learning to support Spectrum’s product areas in internet, mobile and video as well as Spectrum’s customer-facing digital support platforms. Her team is also responsible for developing an industry-leading fraud model and supports multiple fraud programs across the company. Prior to Spectrum, she was employed as a Mathematician and Data Scientist for over a decade supporting research and development projects in the defense industry.
Rising Star
Becky Woods
Project and Executive Manager, The Cable Center
Becky’s career in the industry started in 2010, working for Jones/NCTI as Marketing Manager. After a brief stint at Paramount+, Becky joined the Cable Center in 2022 as Program and Executive Manager, providing cross-functional support for programs, marketing, and the executive team. Becky has served in various roles for WICT Rocky Mountain, and is currently the Director of Board Operations.
Rising Star
Diana Linton
Principal Engineer, Charter Communications
Diana has worked as an R&D Engineer for most of her career performing testing, tuning, and troubleshooting for military based products. Diana joined Charter in 2020 to support plant network equipment qualification efforts and actively participates in the development of standards and guidance documents for field operations.
Rising Star
Petr Kucheryavyy
Sr. Manager, Accessibility, Charter Communications
Petr has been with Charter since 2017 and works to build awareness around disability inclusion, as well as develop accessible products and services. He currently leads the Outreach function for Charter’s Accessibility team, engaging directly with the disability community. He also serves as the Product Owner for the Spectrum Access app, which is an innovative app, providing a library of Audio Description and Closed Captioning content.
Lifetime Achievement
Charlotte Field
SVP, Network Operations, Charter Communications
Charlotte has been with Charter since 2015. In this role, she led six verticals including: Service Delivery, Cloud Infrastructure and Operations, Operations Support Systems, Network Security, Operational Intelligence and APO Support and Implementation Centers.
Prior to Charter, Charlotte was a Senior Vice President at Comcast, leading a combined organization responsible for supporting the national infrastructure and operations for both the Enterprise and Customer Facing Networks/Products. Prior to the AT&T Broadband merger with Comcast, she was Senior Vice President for Technical and Network Operations Organization for AT&T Broadband. Charlotte previously held numerous technical and managerial assignments in AT&T Bell Laboratories, AT&T Long Lines and AT&T Communications.
Lifetime Achievement
Sherita Ceasar
Former SVP, Technology Environment & Strategy, Comcast
Sherita is a Dynamic Senior Global Executive with a track record of successful leadership in technology, P&L management, strategic planning, operations management, and transformation in multiple Fortune 500 companies. A passionate builder and mentor of high- performing teams, she has 35 years of national non-profit board leadership experience and is adept at turning around businesses, restructuring organizations, improving customer satisfaction, and executing digital transformation.
Sherita more recently retired from her role with Comcast, where she was responsible for the strategy, design, build and support of engineering laboratory operations and strategic planning for technical facilities supporting technology and product roadmaps for more than 1,600 facilities. She oversaw lab operations, technical facilities, and engineering. Prior, Sherita was Vice President & General Manager of GA KMA for Charter Communications. Earlier in her career, Sherita held positions of increasing responsibility at Scientific Atlanta, Inc.; Motorola, Inc.; and Northrop Defense Systems Division.
Volunteer of The Year
Elizabeth Moorhead
Principal Security Engineer, Charter Communications
Missy joined Charter at the end of 2016 working with the Vulnerability Management team. With 25 years of experience in the Cable industry, she has held roles at Comcast, AT&T Broadband, MediaOne Group and US WEST Corporate Development and Advanced Technologies groups.
Missy has been a member of the Rocky Mountain Chapter of the WICT Network since 1999. Over the years, Missy has volunteered supporting WICT Speaks programs, Tech It Out events, Walk of Fame events, Industry Kick-off events Programming committees & events, Membership committee, and chapter board assignments. Throughout the years, she has participated in several chapter programs such as Rocky Mountain Golf Institute, Mentoring programs and other workshops.