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 2024 Walk of Fame event will be held on May 17th, 2024. Stay tuned for more information.
All registered participants will receive an email with the details of the event.
If you haven’t received this email or if you have any questions, please contact wict.rm.reg@gmail.com
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 (last 10 years).
2023 Honorees
| Award | Name | Title | Company |
| Woman of the Year | Amy Lynch | President, Northeast Division | Comcast |
| Woman in Tech | Katie Collins | Sr. Director, Mobile Services & Product Experience | Charter Communications |
| Mentor of the Year | David Debrecht | Vice President, Wireless Technologies | CableLabs |
| Industry Partner | Computer Futures represented by Elizabeth Lam |
Sr. Community Program Manager | |
| Leader to Watch | Barbara Nelms | Director, Technology Standards & Certifications | Charter Communications |
| Leader to Watch | Devaki Parma | Director, Wireless Products | Charter Communications |
| Leader to Watch | Jana Cornelison | Sr. Manager, Business Intelligence & Process Effectiveness | Comcast |
| Leader to Watch | Stephanie Brawley | Sr. Director, Video Operations | Charter Communications |
| Leader to Watch | Veronica Bloom | Sr. Director, Data Science | Charter Communications |
| Rising Star | Becky Woods | Project and Executive Manager | The Cable Center |
| Rising Star | Dana Linton | Principal Engineer | Charter Communications |
| Rising Star | Petr Kucheryavyy | Sr. Manager, Accessibility | Charter Communications |
| Lifetime Achievement | Charlotte Field | SVP, Network Operations | Charter Communications |
| Lifetime Achievement | Sherita Ceasar | Former SVP, Technology Environment & Strategy | Comcast |
| Volunteer of the Year | Elizabeth Moorhead | Principal Security Engineer | Charter Communications |
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 |
| Robyn 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 |
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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