Winter 2008/2009
In This Issue
President's Message
NAMIC Newsflash
- What's Your NAMIC New Year's Resolution?
- Is NAMIC On Your Holiday Gift List?
- 2009 Annual NAMIC Conference Registration is Now Open!
- NAMIC Celebrates National Philanthropy Day and Honors Scripps Networks
Career Corner
NAMIC On the Scene
Membership Spotlight
- Member of the Month:Helen Miranda Smith
- Stay Connected to NAMIC!
- Is Your Membership Current?
- Create Your Profile and Upload Your Video on DiversityLive Today!
- Movers and Shakers
NAMIC Calendar
NAMIC Staff
President's Message
Dear NAMIC Members:
As the year comes to a close, we want to thank all of your for your contributions – personally, professionally and monetarily – in support of NAMIC.
During this past year, we have had the pleasure of seeing our programs grow and our members experience career success as a result of our industry’s continued embrace of the principles of diversity. Our year 2008 accomplishments include:
- Launch of DiversityLive.net, the online video network and professional networking site in partnership with Motorola
- Launch of a new chapter at DePaul University in Chicago, Illinois
- Record attendance of more than 700 industry executives at The Annual Awards Breakfast recognizing Next Generation Leaders
- Record attendance of nearly 850 industry professionals at the 22nd Annual NAMIC Conference, Diversity: Pipeline to Innovation
- NAMIC graduated Class VII of its Executive Leadership Development Program (ELDP), bringing the total alumni to over 200 executives in the industry
- Four sessions of the NAMIC Leadership Seminar were held in 2008, bringing the total alumni to over 400 professionals in the industry
- Launch of the Leadership Suite Webinar Series, bringing online, interactive educational sessions right to the convenience of your own office
- Expansion of the Regional Mentorship Program to three new markets – Atlanta, Chicago and the Carolinas
- Completion of the fifth installment of the NAMIC Employment Survey, A Look Toward Advancement: Multi-ethnic Employment in Telecommunications
- Revamped website, www.namic.com, to feature more user friendly functions and resources
NAMIC’s 18 chapters continue to produce local programs to enhance the career growth and development of our members. During our Chapter Leadership Forum in February, NAMIC-Atlanta was recognized as the 2008 Chapter of the Year.
We are looking forward to another year of excitement, change and opportunities. On behalf of NAMIC, we thank you for your generosity and your commitment to advancing the cause of diversity. We wish you a wonderful holiday season and look forward to working with you in the New Year.
Kathy A. Johnson
President
NAMIC Newsflash
What’s Your NAMIC New Year’s Resolution?
A new year will soon be here. Have you made a NAMIC New Year’s resolution to be a more engaged member? There are many opportunities for diverse professionals that comprise the NAMIC membership to be involved both nationally and locally. Be more visible in your market and the industry, and enhance your leadership skills.
Consider these NAMIC New Year's Resolutions:
- Renew your NAMIC membership.
- Encourage colleagues to join NAMIC.
- Create your profile on NAMIC’s DiversityLive: The NAMIC Video Network.
- Advance your career by participating in the L. Patrick Mellon Mentorship Program; become a mentor or mentee.
- Apply for one of NAMIC’s leadership development programs – the Executive Leadership Development Program (ELDP) or the Leadership Seminar.
- Hone your skills with NAMIC’s convenient e-learning opportunities through the Leadership Suite Webinar Series.
- Register here for the 2009 Annual NAMIC Conference (as part of Cable Connection-Fall), October 26-28, 2009 in Denver, CO.
- Get more involved with your local chapter; there are 18 nationwide.
- Become a member of the Diversity Roundtable – open to company diversity practitioners or those with a primary responsibility for diversity management.
- Join the Multicultural Marketing Committee. Those eligible for membership include marketing professionals with a primary responsibility for their company’s multicultural marketing efforts and initiatives.
- Offer your expertise to serve as a speaker for the Annual NAMIC Conference, the West Coast Creative Summit or an educational event offered by one of our chapters.
- Serve as a judge for the Excellence in Multi-cultural Marketing Awards (EMMA) or the Vision Awards.
- Attend NAMIC’s Annual Awards Breakfast, West Coast Creative Summit and Vision Awards.
- Author an article for inclusion in NAMIC’s Cultural Lens- a quarterly newsletter featuring effective marketing strategies and tactics to target multi-ethnic communities.
- Purchase advertising space on either namic.com, diversitylive.net or in our bi-weekly e-newsletter, Diversity Scoop.
Interested in being a more involved NAMIC member? If so, please contact NAMIC at (212) 594-5985 or info@namic.com
Is NAMIC On Your Holiday Gift List?
Sustain the Work of NAMIC. Make a Personal Contribution Today.
The impact of our country’s current economic climate has spared no business, including those in our industry, and it is in times like these that the work of NAMIC is even more important.
We must ensure that our industry continues to keep multi-ethnic diversity and inclusion at the forefront and, we must also ensure that our members continue to have access to professional development and networking opportunities that will keep them gainfully employed for years to come. In order to achieve these goals, we ask that you continue the tradition of personal support of the NAMIC Foundation.
The coming year promises to be another one of growth for NAMIC, but we know it will be even more challenging to secure financial resources given the enormity of industry budget cuts. With your support, we can maintain our national leadership development and mentoring programs; continue to grow our Annual Conference and Awards Breakfast; support our local chapters; grow our membership; continue to be an invaluable resource to our industry; and so much more.
NAMIC recognizes that these are hard times for everyone, but members and supporters are encouraged to make a contribution within their means. Contributions of all amounts are welcome.
Click here to download a contribution form.
Make the amount of your personal contribution to the NAMIC Foundation go further. If your employer has a matching gifts program, just follow this simple formula:
Your personal contribution + a matching gift from your employer = more money for NAMIC!
All you have to do to match your gift by your employer is forward the appropriate paperwork to NAMIC to process.
Contributions to the NAMIC Foundation are tax-deductible to the extent allowable by law and will be acknowledged for tax purposes. Contributions made by December 31, 2008 can be deducted as charitable gift on your 2008 income tax-return.
To learn about other gift giving options to the NAMIC Foundation, please click here
Please feel free to contact Danny McGlone, NAMIC’s Vice President of Fund Development at (212) 594-5985, ext. 13 or danny.mcglone@namic.com should you have any questions about making a year-end charitable contribution.
2009 Annual NAMIC Conference Registration is Now Open!
Register Today and Save
In these tough economic times everyone is looking to save money wherever they can, and NAMIC is happy to do its part to help the industry!
Online registration for our 23rd Annual NAMIC Conference, October 26-28, 2009 at the Grand Hyatt Denver in Denver, CO, is now open. Take advantage of super-early bird pricing and register today.
REGISTER BY |
PRICE |
March 31, 2009 |
$900 – Member |
Group registration is back by popular demand for companies wishing to send multiple employees.
REGISTER BY |
PRICE |
September 10, 2009 |
$4,750 for 5 conference registrations ($950 each) |
To register online today, click here!
Multi-ethnic diversity and inclusion are top of mind in progressive companies and the Annual NAMIC Conference offers some of the best educational content. The 2009 Annual NAMIC Conference will be part of Cable Connection-Fall, the unity of national industry meetings and events produced by cable associations and professional societies into two weeks – one in the spring and one in the fall. While we may be in a new city, we will retain our tradition of strong educational content.
This conference has been an invaluable resource for more than two decades for all companies seeking to attract and retain diverse talent, maximize relationships with the growing multi-ethnic consumer marketplace and enrich the leadership skills of their employees. And it will continue to be so!
Who Should Attend?
A learning opportunity for professionals at all levels from every discipline, including those in:
- Ad Sales
- Affiliate Relations
- Business Affairs
- Corporate Communications
- Digital Media
- Diversity Management
- Finance
- Government Relations
- Human Resources
- Marketing
- New Media
- Production
- Programming
- Public Affairs
- Research
- Sales
- And many other areas
Questions
- To suggest speakers, propose session ideas or inquire about registration, please contact Sandra Girado, Meetings and Events Manager at (212) 594-5985, ext 23 or sandra.girado@namic.com
- To learn more about how to sponsor the conference or exhibit at the Career Expo, contact Danny McGlone, Vice President for Fund Development at (212) 594-5985, ext. 13 or danny.mcglone@namic.com
NAMIC Celebrates National Philanthropy Day and Honors Scripps Networks
At a luncheon held on November 17th at Cipriani in New York City, the Association of Fundraising Professionals – Greater New York Chapter observed National Philanthropy Day. NAMIC participated by honoring Scripps Networks. NAMIC was one of 15 organizations who honored a donor or volunteer for their philanthropic contributions or gift of time.
The featured speaker was Malaak Compton-Rock, Activist, Philanthropist, and Founder, The Angel Rock Project, who enlightened the sold-out audience during a discussion with ABC News Correspondent Deborah Roberts. Ms. Compton-Rock discussed her commitment to philanthropy from her first job in the nonprofit sector at the U.S. Fund for UNICEF to the formation of The Angel Rock Foundation, which serves as a pathway for those seeking pertinent information on how to lead a life of service.
NAMIC honored Scripps for being engaged, involved and supportive of the organization. Scripps was also acknowledged for their commitment to diversity, which is pervasive in everything they do from the people they hire to the programming they create to the vendors they do business with.
This was the fourth consecutive year that NAMIC participated in National Philanthropy Day. Corporate donors that NAMIC has previously honored include BET Networks (2007), Lifetime Networks (2006) and MTV Networks (2005). NAMIC’s Vice President for Fund Development, Danny McGlone, served on the National Philanthropy Day Committee that planned the luncheon.
Pictured above (left to right): Lisa Choir Owens, SVP, Partnerships & Digital On-line Distribution, Scripps Networks & NAMIC Board member; Lenore Washington Graham, VP, Strategic Resourcing, Scripps Networks & NAMIC Board member; and John W. Hicks, President, Association of Fundraising Professionals-Greater New York Chapter.
Career Corner
Need Career Advice During These Changing Times?
Applications Now Being Accepted for the L. Patrick Melon Mentorship Program
The goal of the L. Patrick Mellon Mentorship Program is to facilitate diversity in the communications industry by pairing NAMIC members with industry executives, for a nine-month period, who will assist them with their career advancement strategies. For the past 15 years, the L. Patrick Mellon Mentorship Program has been our industry’s key catalyst for bringing seasoned executives together with aspiring diversity professionals.
Be a part of the movement; get involved today!
In these tough times, it’s more important than ever that you remain at the top of your game. Sign up now for the L. Patrick Mellon Mentorship Program and strengthen your professional currency.
To learn more about the L. Patrick Mellon Mentorship Program, please visit our web site at www.namic.com If you have questions, please contact Faride Precil, Manager of Education Programs, at 212-594-5985 or via e-mail at faride.precil@namic.com
Last Chance to Save With 2008 NAMIC Job Bank Rates
Post a job today!
The NAMIC Job Bank is the leading resource for connecting employers and highly qualified diverse job candidates in the communications industry.
Now is a great time to post your jobs before our scheduled price increase takes effect. NAMIC has made some important enhancements to the Job Bank over the past year. In addition to providing the same great features and functionality you have come to expect, you’ll enjoy these new packages:
- Five 30-Day Job Postings
- Ten 30-Day Job Postings
And don’t forget the additional benefits such as the Featured Employer Profiles. You can promote your company to job seekers with banner advertising and your own profile page.
On January 1, 2009, job posting packages will increase, so purchase a multiple-job posting package today and take up to one year to use them all. That way, you can lock into 2008 pricing and save.
Job Seekers: The NAMIC Job Bank is free to all NAMIC members and provides you with access to the best employers and jobs in the communications industry.
- Advanced job searching options
- Confidential
- Access to top employers
- Increased exposure for your resume
- Optional email alerts of new jobs
Employers: With over 2,000 professional members in 18 chapters across the country, the NAMIC Job Bank offers the most targeted access to diverse candidates for your communications industry job openings, plus:
- Quick and easy job postings
- Discounts on multiple job postings
- Highly qualified candidates
- Featured employer profiles
- Online reports to provide you with job activity statistics
- Simple pricing options
NAMIC members can search the Job Bank for FREE.
Click here to access the Job Bank.
Chapters In Action
NAMIC chapters have been busy these past two months with a strong roster of events.
NAMIC-Atlanta
October 22, 2008
Business Savvy in a Slumped Economy
Turner Broadcasting System, Inc.
Atlanta, GA
NAMIC-Atlanta hosted a timely event focused on how to get smart about your money and learn how to contribute to your company’s bottom line. Attendees gained insights from representatives with Deloitte Consulting that provided financial advice to interested parties. The event was sponsored by Turner Broadcasting Systems Inc.
Speakers included:
- Mark Horn, Principal, Strategy and Operations, Deloitte Consulting, LLP, & NAMIC Board member
- Ian Cooper, Senior Manager, Financial Management/CFO Services, Deloitte Consulting, LLP
Pictured above (left to right): Arthur Tompkins, Manager, Ad Insertion, Comcast; Mark Horn, Principal, Strategy and Operations, Deloitte Consulting, LLP & NAMIC Board member; and Ian Cooper, Senior Manager, Financial Management/CFO Services, Deloitte Consulting, LLP.
NAMIC-Mid-Atlantic
November 6, 2008
Social Networks: The Latest, Greatest Recruitment, Job Search and Branding Tool?
NCTA Headquarters
Washington, DC
The panel highlighted best practices for using social networks like My Space and Facebook. Industry experts in the fields of human resources, talent management and digital media informed attendees on how to build their personal/professional brand and how they identify “must have” candidates. The NCTA and TV One sponsored this event.
“Being a part of the social networking event for NAMIC was a great pleasure. Not only did I get to share my experience but I gained so much knowledge from my panel mates,” said James Hill, Director, Digital Media, TV One.
Moderator:
- Pam Ford, Director, Communications, NCTA
Panelists:
- Nissan N. Copemann, VP, Program & Development, T. Howard Foundation
- James Hill, Director, Digital Media, TV One
- Peter Keeled, Director, Human Resources, Sprint
- Bill Murray, Senior Associate, Strategic Communications Group
Pictured above (left to right): Pam Ford, Director, Communications, NCTA & NAMIC-Mid-Atlantic President; James Hill, Director, Digital Media, TV One; Peter Keeled, Director, Human Resources, Sprint; Nissan N. Copemann, VP, Program & Development, T. Howard Foundation; and Bill Murray, Senior Associate, Strategic Communications Group.
NAMIC-Mid-Atlantic
October 23, 2008
Jump Starting a Career in the Communications Industry
Howard University School of Communications Annual Job Fair
Washington, DC
Panelists engaged Howard University students in a conversation about their career paths and shared perspectives on diversity/inclusion in the cable and telecom industries. More than 35 students, industry leaders and NAMIC members attended the event.
Moderator:
- Michelle Rice, EVP, Distribution and Strategy, TV One & NAMIC Board member
Panelists:
- Darlene Chapman-Holmes, Senior VP, Marketing, American Life TV
- Veronica Hutchinson, VP, Programming, BET & NAMIC Board member
- Earle Jones, VP, Federal Affairs, Comcast Eastern Division & NAMIC Board member
- Karen Proctor, PHR, US Campus & Intern Recruitment Manager, Discovery Communications
- Ryan Washington, T-Howard Foundation intern and Bowie State student
Pictured above (left to right): Ryan Washington, Bowie State University – Student, T Howard Intern - Class of 2008; Veronica Hutchinson, VP, Programming, BET & NAMIC Board member; Earl Jones, VP, Federal Affairs, Com cast Eastern Division & NAMIC Board member; Darlene Chapman-Holmes, SVP, Marketing, American Life TV Network; Karen Proctor, PHR, US Campus & Intern Recruitment Manager, HR Organization and Talent Management, Discovery Communications, LLC; and Michelle Rice, EVP, Distribution and Strategy, TV One & NAMIC Board member.
NAMIC-New York
November 13, 2008
Mentor/Mentee Relationships
CBS Broadcast Center
New York, NY
This program was designed to give members insight and advice on how to maximize their mentor/mentee relationships. Members were given tips on the types of mentoring relationships needed to succeed in their careers, establishing a unique commitment with their mentor and the benefits of multi-mentorship. CBS sponsored this event that attracted more than 50 people from publishing, media, and advertising.
“I have been to tons of panels on different topics but the NAMIC event gave me a real look at what it means to have a mentor in our industry at this time,” added Lisa Peters, Line Producer, BET NEWS. “The panelists had great stories and experiences that fit directly into what I'm doing and who I am speaking with on a daily basis. It inspired me to be a better mentor to newcomers in the industry and to also look to see who I know that can serve as a mentor to me as I continue to develop professionally.”
Moderator:
- Joan Baker, SVP, Public Relations, Push Creative & Author, Secrets of Voice-Over Success
Panelists:
- Nekoosa Mumbi Moody, Music Editor, The Associated Press
- Tiffany McGee, Staff Writer, People Magazine
- Raymond O' Neal Jr., GM & Executive Producer, UptownLife.Net
- Russell Torres, Director, BET News & Public Affairs
Pictured above (left to right): Nekesa Mumbi Moody, Music Editor, The Associated Press; Joan Baker, SVP, Public Relations, Push Creative; Raymond O'Neal Jr., GM & Executive Producer, UptownLife.Net; Russell Torres, Director, BET News & Public Affairs; Timikal Bobo, Freelancer & NAMIC-New York Programming Co-Chair; Anthony Fields, Director, Entertainment Research, NBC Universal & NAMIC-New York Programming Co-Chair; David Brown, Segment Producer, VH1 & NAMIC-New York Programming Co-Chair; Tiffany McGee, Staff Writer, People Magazine.
NAMIC-Philadelphia
November 5, 2008
Private Screening of HBO’s “The Black List”
Comcast Center
Philadelphia, PA
Nearly 100 NAMIC-Philadelphia members and guests were treated to a special screening of the critically acclaimed HBO documentary, “The Black List.” The program was hosted by Bret Perkins, VP, Government Affairs, Comcast Cable Communications & 2008 NAMIC-Philadelphia President and Barbara Gee, VP, Strategic Sales Alliances, Comcast Cable Corporation & 2009 NAMIC-Philadelphia President-elect. Following the screening attendees took part in an engaging discussion lead by Payne Brown, VP, Strategic Initiatives, Comcast and Executive Producer of "The Black List". Brown provided background on the inspiration for the project and discussed the representation of multi-ethnic communities in the media.
Pictured above (left to right): Payne Brown, VP, Strategic Initiatives, Comcast Corporation; Barbara Gee, VP, Strategic Sales Alliances, Comcast Cable & 2008 NAMIC-Philadelphia President; Bret Perkins, VP, Government Affairs, Comcast Cable & Immediate Past NAMIC-Philadelphia President; and E. Steven Collins, Director, Urban Marketing & External Relations, Radio One Philadelphia.
NAMIC-San Francisco
October 14, 2008
Professional Development Conference
San Francisco State Downtown Campus
San Francisco, CA
NAMIC-San Francisco hosted their 1st Annual Professional Development Conference for more than 150 participants. The theme was New Games. New Rules. New Opportunity. NAMIC National President Kathy Johnson welcomed the participants and shared her vision for the future of NAMIC and its initiatives. Sponsors of the conference were HBO, The Africa Channel, Comcast, KBLX, Sportsnet, Showtime, AETN, and NBC Universal.
Presenters Included:
- Ron Phillips, VP, Human Resources, Comcast-Denver
- Grace Killelea, VP, Talent and Leadership Initiatives, Comcast
- Sylvia High, Author, “Little Book of Big Questions”
- Eric Brown, EVP, The Africa Channel
- Melanie Shelby, Managing Director, Gray, Greer, Shelby & Vaughn, LLC
- Jeffrey Hatchell, Owner, Over the top Coaching, and President, San Francisco Bay Area Black MBA’s
- Laurie Giammona, Regional VP, Customer Care, Comcast
- Steve White, Regional SVP, Comcast
- Dr. Brenda Wade, Author, Noted TV Personality
Pictured above (left to right): Kathy Johnson, President, NAMIC; Hank Fore, Area VP, Comcast Cable; Linda Crayton, Regional Senior Director, Government Relations, Comcast Cable & NAMIC-San Francisco President; and Steve White, Regional Senior VP, Comcast Cable.
NAMIC-Southern California
Digital Media Panel
November 13, 2008
Fox Studios
Century City, CA
Approximately 200 people attended this exceptional panel that featured senior executives from across the industry. They discussed the impact on changing revenue strategies, realignment of business structures and the need for top-tier talent to lead the charge towards achieving commercial success.
"It was great to hear how much the customer impacts innovation. The panel had a great mix and really made me think," said Mark Walker, Hay Group.
One of the key takeaways was that in order to remain competitive in the marketplace we all must gain a better understanding of who our customers are and build a greater technical acumen around digital media and its affect on content development, infrastructure and distribution.
Moderator:
- Brian Wright, Director, Recruitment, Fox Networks Group & NAMIC-Southern California Membership Co-chair
Panelists:
- Mitchell Christopher, VP, Technical Operations, Time Warner Cable
- Darrell Porcher, Director, Information Technology & E-Commerce, Retail and Web Marketing, Sony Electronics
- Lucinda Sanders, Executive in Residence, University of Colorado & CEO, National Center for Women & Information Technology
- Steve Simonian, VP, Engineering & Operations, Fox Networks
- Deborah Williams, Director, Domestic and International Sales, The SPACECONNECTION, Inc.
Pictured above (from left to right): Brian Wright, Director, Recruitment, Fox Networks Group & NAMIC-Southern California Membership Co-chair; Steve Simonian, VP, Engineering & Operations, Fox Networks; Darrell Porcher, Director, Information Technology & E-Commerce, Retail and Web Marketing, Sony Electronics; Lucinda Sanders, Executive in Residence, University of Colorado & CEO, National Center for Women & Information Technology; Deborah Williams, Director, Domestic and International Sales, The SPACECONNECTION, Inc.; and Mitchell Christopher, VP, Technical Operations, Time Warner Cable.
Membership Spotlight
Member of the Month: Helen Miranda Smith
NAMIC-South Florida President
Regional VP, Human Resources
Comcast Cable
How long have you been a NAMIC member? Three years.
Why did you decide to join NAMIC? I was excited about the development opportunities and the focus on multi-ethnicity.
What is the most valuable benefit of being a NAMIC member? I was most fortunate to participate in NAMIC’s Executive Leadership Development Program (ELDP). ELDP was a wonderful opportunity both professionally and personally. It provided an opportunity to build my network outside of my comfort zone. I will remember my classmates for a very long time.
How are you involved with/engaged in NAMIC? I am currently the NAMIC-South Florida President.
Tell us a little about your position at Comcast Cable? I am the Region VP of Human Resources for the South Florida Region of Comcast. We have 2,500 employees in the South Florida Region. My team and I work closely with our functional partners in developing our employees, focusing on organization development, workforce planning/recruitment, and having effective employee relations.
What lead you to seek a career in the communications industry? The cable industry has no boundaries or walls. There is an unlimited opportunity for career enhancement.
How has the industry evolved since you entered it? In the last 13 years, internet service, digital, on demand, and other great products have been introduced to our customers. Comcast has been in front of offering exciting products and services to our customers. It has been a great experience to work with people who are talented and have a commitment to the technology and customer service.
What’s the one thing about you that’s not on your resume that you are willing to share with other members of NAMIC? I love entertainment (movies, programming, and books). I am definitely in the right industry!
Favorite Quote or Personal Motto: Martin Luther King’s “I have a dream.” I find the speech extremely inspirational.
Stay Connected to NAMIC!
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Is Your Membership Current?
Don't let your NAMIC membership lapse! If your membership is up for renewal, please act today. Don't delay.
Not sure of the status of your membership? Contact NAMIC at info@namic.com or 212-594-5985, ext. 22.
To renew your membership and continue receiving NAMIC benefits, click here.
Create Your Profile and Upload Your Video on DiversityLive Today!
DiversityLive is NAMIC’s online community for media savvy users and original content. DiversityLive provides a unique user experience by providing NAMIC members with access to user-generated video content and professional networking opportunities.
Click here to visit DiversityLive and create a profile.
Movers and Shakers
Three NAMIC members have been named to CableFAX’s 20 Rising Stars in Cable. They include Bernard Bell, SVP, Office of the President, TV One; Mark Kang, VP, Affiliate Relations, The Sportsman Channel & NAMIC Board member; and Pragash Pillai, VP, Strategic Engineering, Bresnan Communications & NAMIC ELDP alumnus.
Vicki Free, NAMIC ELDP alumna, is moving within the Turner Broadcasting family of brands. She has been tapped by Turner’s Animation, Young Adults and Kids Media Group as VP, 360 Consumer Marketing. Prior to her new position, Free was VP, Entertainment Marketing, TNT/TBS/TCM.
Congratulations to all of the women that made CableFAX’s 2008 Most Powerful Women in Cable, including NAMIC President, Kathy Johnson and Mae Douglas, SVP/Chief People Officer, Cox Communications & Vice Chair of the NAMIC Board of Directors.
Nicole Llido, former NAMIC Project Manager, has just started a new role as the Marketing Coordinator for the Huntington Beach Conference and Visitors Bureau.
The Walter Kaitz Foundation’s Michelle Ray has been promoted to Senior Director, Programs and Strategic Initiatives. Ray had been Program Director.
Alicin Williamson, SVP, Corporate Responsibility and Public Affairs, MTV Networks was one of 42 women inducted into the YWCA of New York City’s Academy of Women Leaders. Williamson, Immediate Past Chair of the NAMIC Board of Directors, had the distinction of being the only person from the cable/communications industry inducted into the Class of 2008.
Dawn Williamson, VP/Sales Manager, Cartoon Network is moving to CNN as VP, Sales and Marketing in New York. Williamson is an alumnus of ELDP, Class VII.
Leon Morales has joined Innovar Partners as Business Development Principal. Morales was previously with Cox Communications.
Share your goods news with us via email at info@namic.com for inclusion in the next issue of InTouch.
NAMIC Calendar
2009 |
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February 11-13 |
ELDP Class VIII – Session 3 |
April 3 |
NAMIC Annual Awards Breakfast (As part of Cable Connection-Spring) |
April 17 |
NAMIC-Southern California West Coast Creative Summit/Vision Awards Luncheon Ceremony |
April 22-24 |
ELDP Class VIII – Session 4 |
April 23 |
ELDP Graduation |
October 26-28 |
23rd Annual NAMIC Conference |
NAMIC Staff
Kathy A. Johnson
President
James C. Jones
VP, Education Programs
Daphne Leroy
VP, Marketing & Communications
Daniel J. McGlone
VP, Fund Development
Stana Fields
Manager, Chapter & Membership Services
Sandra Girado
Manager, Meetings & Events
Faride Precil
Manager, Education Programs
Susan Waldman
Manager, Research & Publications
Maria Acevedo
Project Coordinator
Michelle Lewis
Office Administrator
