The Leadership Conference
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2026 Leadership Conference
The WICT Network Leadership Conference is the premier gathering of leaders across media, entertainment and technology. Held annually during Leadership Development Week, the conference united professionals committed to advancing their careers and the industry.
This year’s theme —The Power of Us: Elevate. Innovate. Accelerate.— celebrated the strength of community and the shared leadership needed to thrive in today’s dynamic workplace. Through bold keynotes, expert-led breakouts and curated networking, participants explored new ideas, sharpened essential skills and walked away with actionable strategies for lasting growth.
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The WICT Network gratefully acknowledges the generous support of our sponsors, whose partnership makes the Leadership Conference possible. Their commitment to advancing leaders in media, entertainment and technology helps drive meaningful change and empowers the next generation of leaders across our industry.
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Travel and lodging information
New York Marriott Marquis
1535 Broadway
New York, New York 10036
(212)-398-1900
Although the hotel sleeping room deadline has passed, please visit the New York Marriott Marquis website to check for remaining availability.
Accessibility information
The WICT Network is committed to creating an inclusive and accessible experience for all attendees. The New York Marriott Marquis offers accessible guest rooms, meeting spaces and common areas in compliance with ADA guidelines. If you require specific accommodations, please contact us at events@wict.org so we can best support your participation.
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Past events
Leadership Conference 2024
The WICT Network was thrilled to once again open Diversity Week 2024 with our annual Leadership Conference. This year’s theme, “Fueling Your Power and Purpose,” took center stage. Our distinguished speakers, drawn from diverse backgrounds and spanning industries, academia and thought leadership, addressed how to cultivate resilience, adaptability and authenticity, critical characteristics for effective leadership in a dynamic industry marked by rapid change.
Leadership Conference 2023
The WICT Network 2023 Leadership Conference, held September 18-19, 2023, at the New York Marriott Marquis, featured more than 60 executives, academics, journalists, entrepreneurs and athletes who shared their wisdom with over 400 conferees. Below we relive the 2023 Leadership Conference and Touchstones Luncheon experience through a pictorial review.
Leadership Conference 2022
The WICT Network 2022 Leadership Conference, held October 10-11, 2022, at the New York Marriott Marquis, featured more than 70 executives, academics, journalists, entrepreneurs and athletes who shared their wisdom with over 700 conferees. Below we relive the 2022 Leadership Conference and Touchstones Luncheon experience through a pictorial review.
Contact Us
Have a question? We’re here to help. Use the form below to get in touch with The WICT Network team. Whether you have questions about registration, accommodations, sponsorship or programming, we’re happy to assist. A member of our team will respond as soon as possible.