WICT Global programs, including scholarships to the The WICT Network Leadership Conference. We invite eligible members to submit applications for this conference by July 3, 2026. Applicants should complete the application below. Applications will be randomly drawn by the Board. Applicants will be notified of the results of the scholarship recipient selection by July 8, 2026.

Event Details

Location: New York Hilton Midtown, New York City

Dates: October 6 – 7, 2026

FUTURE READY: Learn. Lead. Grow

The future is moving fast and leadership has to move with it. Join The WICT Network Leadership Conference for bold conversations, practical insight and meaningful connections across media, entertainment, technology, sports, gaming and adjacent industries.

Explore AI and emerging trends. Strengthen your leadership, strategy and influence. Grow your career, your network and your impact. Through inspiring keynotes, expert-led breakouts and dynamic networking, you’ll leave better equipped to lead what’s next.

New this year, The WICT Network’s inaugural AI Leadership Forum takes attendees deeper into the practical realities and leadership demands of an AI-enabled world. The Forum is open to both conference and non-conference attendees, and conference attendees may add it during registration at no additional cost.

Learn more information on this year’s conference.

Scholarship Eligibility Requirements

• Applicant is a female with primary membership in The WICT Network: Midwest
• Applicant is in a role serving the cable telecommunications industry
• Applicant has manager’s approval to participate in the program
• Applicant has not received a scholarship from The WICT Network: Midwest in the prior two calendar years
• Applicant agrees to volunteer for at least one The WICT Network: Midwest event within the next 12 months, which may include in person or remote committee planning
• Applicant will write an article and share quotes on their experience for use by The WICT Network: Midwest on the website/newsletter/social media, etc.

Scholarship Coverage

Registration fee: $2,395

Travel including flight and hotel