Membership Information


Overview: Membership in WICT

 

wictmembershipbrochureFor 30 years, Women in Cable Telecommunications, WICT, has helped develop women leaders in an industry undergoing constant change. We provide the support, programs and opportunities for women so that they may drive and participate in the shaping of our industry.  Since our founding, we’ve resolved to advance the position and influence of women through the spirit of collaboration within our organization and throughout the industry. The WICT Rocky Mountain chapter provides leadership programs and services, professional events, topical courses and networking opportunities to the women who are shaping the future of companies in the Rocky Mountain region and our industry as a whole. Download information about WICT Membership (pages 1 and 2).  To join WICT, click here.


Mission: Develop women leaders who transform our industry.


Key Programs

Supporting local women with compelling developmental programs and professional advancement opportunities are key objectives for WICT Rocky Mountain.  The organization balances networking, education and leadership-building activities to support women at all levels of their careers.



Mentoring - The WICT Rocky Mountain Mentoring Program matches WICT members with local industry leaders who offer insight and inspiration through a six-month mentoring and coaching relationship.  The journey in self-discovery and growth offers opportunities to build confidence and personal effectiveness in a safe and supportive environment.



Tech It Out - The WICT Rocky Mountain Tech It Out program promotes the wide scope of cable technology opportunities to women who are already employed in the cable industry, but who may not be fully aware of the options available to them.  Additionally, the program showcases the cable technology industry to women in other professions who have the necessary skill sets and would like to consider cable as a career path option.



Senior Executive Leadership and Alumni Program - Now in its fourth year, the Rocky Mountain Chapter sponsors this year-long leadership development program for women with senior leadership roles in the region.  In addition to the five full days spent exploring topics such as emotional intelligence, gender and generational differences, and power and risk taking, the twenty women who participate each year benefit from small group coaching sessions to facilitate their personal leadership growth.  The Senior Executive Leadership and Alumni Program is a wonderful opportunity for the chapter to provide something of value to the women leaders in the region and entice them back into the mainstream of the Rocky Mountain region activities.


Read more to learn about the benefits of WICT membership and how to become a member.

 

The following FAQs provide more information about membership in WICT and WICT Rocky Mountain.

Who can I contact at WICT Rocky Mountain about membership?

For more information about WICT membership, please visit our national site.  To learn more about membership in the Rocky Mountain chapter, please contact Norie Baker at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Does WICT serve different career levels?

WICT offers flexibility in membership options as you advance in your cable career whether you're a senior executive level, rising executive, mid-level competent professional, motivated young professional level and graduate or undergraduate full-time student.


What are the benefits of each membership category and cost of dues?

WICT offers four membership categories, each tailored to meet your needs during every stage of your career path. Entry and Full Time Student levels provide access to attend member-priced or member-only events at chapter and national levels. Regular and Executive levels allow members to vote for the volunteer board at their local chapter and receive targeted messages for programs and content specifically for their level. These categories are only guidelines and each professional must determine which category best suits them.

The four membership categories are:

Voting Memberships:

  • Executive - $275 annual dues: targets senior management positions, including CEO, president, vice president, sr. director, operations, sr. manager, general manager, etc. This membership level is a voting member that selects the volunteer board at the chapter level. Benefits include: targeted messaging, executive level programs, chapter access, online social networking, BMLI applicant (based on company approval), online member directory, recognition, volunteer opportunities, mentoring and more.
  • Regular - $175 annual dues: targets mid-management or supervisory level positions – titles could include manager, supervisor, team leader, etc. This membership level is a voting member that selects the volunteer board at the chapter level. Benefits include: targeted messaging, mid-level level programs, chapter access, online social networking, fellowships, online member directory, recognition, volunteer opportunities, mentoring and more.

Non-voting Memberships:

  • Entry - $75 annual dues: targets non-salaried positions with no supervisory or direct budgetary responsibilities such as administrative assistant, associate, trainee, etc. Benefits include: targeted messaging, entry level programs, chapter access, online social networking, fellowships, online member directory, recognition, volunteer opportunities, mentoring programs and more.
  • Full-Time Student - $35 annual dues: targets enrolled full-time (12 credit hours or more) at the undergraduate level and (6 credit hours minimum) at the graduate level in an accredited college or university. Benefits include: chapter access, online social networking, online member directory, volunteer opportunities, mentoring programs and more.

This flexibility in membership provides options for you from first-hire throughout your career advancement.


Why does WICT have an entry-level membership and a regular membership?

WICT created the Entry-level membership in an effort to bridge the gap between student and first-hire employee. Entry -level membership provides access to attend member-priced or member-only events at chapters at an affordable price. Entry-level membership provides exposure to networks of people and skill-building programs to the first-hire employee.


What is the membership year and how are dues calculated? Should I join mid-year?

WICT Membership is based on the calendar year, January 1 - December 31. When you join as a new member, you pay the full year amount in dues. The following year, your renewal fee is prorated (reducing your renewal by the number of months you weren’t a member in the year you joined) depending on when you joined. For example, if you joined in March, the next membership year, you'll receive a discount for two months. The formula looks like this: Executive Member annual dues are $275/12 x 2 =$45.83. At renewal time, you pay $229.17; a pro-rated discount of $45.83) and so on based on your member level.


What is a Primary Chapter?

Belonging to the primary chapter of your choice is a free membership benefit. Please select one of the 19 chapters. Most members choose the closest chapter as primary chapter and/or choose a primary based on your business region.

Even if you don’t live near an active WICT chapter, WICT provides multiple ways for you to get and stay in touch with other members. Through access to the WICT Online Member Directory and the members-only area of the website, you can follow-up on a contact you made at a program, without having to leave the office.

If you are an executive or regular member to your designated primary chapter, you approve the chapter board of directors, as well can serve as a chapter volunteer leader.


Can I belong to more than one WICT chapter?

You may choose to join additional WICT chapters for $30 each. By extending your reach, you increase your access to local chapter activities and networking opportunities. However, you must maintain one primary chapter membership. To add a chapter or change your current primary chapter, contact This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .


How do I access the members-only area of the website?

Log on with your primary email and password. Please use the forgot my password on the Log in page. If you no longer have access to your prior email, please contact membership at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . and we can update your contact or member record so you can easily log in to My WICT to view member content or to renew, etc.


How can I get in touch with my chapter president?

Now that you’ve joined, we encourage you to contact your local chapter to find out more about how it can meet your needs. You can access your Chapters Presidents under the Chapter/Membership Services and click on WICT Chapters to access their contact information. We encourage you to participate and get involved.

When you join or renew, your primary chapter has access to your information to assure you are notified of chapter events/newsletters, etc.


How do I change my contact information?

Choose one of the following methods:

  1. Log on to the website and click on "Edit Profile" to update your record.
  2. E-mail your updated information to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

  3. Call membership at 703.234.9817.


Can I renew my membership online?

Absolutely. Log on and click on "Renew Now" to renew your membership. You can renew for the current dues year from November 1 and October 31. E.g. If you are renewing in November 2009, you'll be doing so for the 2010 dues year. Online renewal requires the use of a credit card payment.

Should you wish to renew using a check or money order, simply return your renewal invoice and profile we mailed to you, with payment by mail. You can also print a pdf of the membership application as well. Mail to WICT offices at: WICT, 14555 Avion Parkway, Suite 250, Chantilly, VA 20151.


What happens if I don't renew during renewal season?

WICT’s membership renewal season is November 1 - March 31. If you don't renew by April 1, your membership will become lapsed. While you still may renew after that date, you will not maintain immediate access to the members only area of the website, such as access the Membership Online Member Directory and other resources on the website. Nor will you be guaranteed communications on upcoming programs or eligibility for fellowships and discounted member rates at national and local chapter programs/events. Make sure to keep your membership current so you don’t miss out on any member benefits.


I'm a lapsed member, can I renew after March 31?

Yes you can. When you renew after March 31, you will be considered a lapsed member. Lapsed members mean you were a current member last year prior and were extended 3 months this year; you have received 3 additional months of membership. Renew online or renew over the phone by calling our membership department at 703.234.9817. Keep your membership up-to-date, so you're kept current on upcoming events, news and resources, as well, attend chapter member-only events or attend programs both nationally and locally at the member discount price.


How many members and chapters does WICT have?

There are nearly 8,000 members belonging to 19 local WICT Chapters across the country.


What if there isn't a WICT Chapter near me?

If you’re interested in starting your own local chapter, please contact us at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it - this is an email that is sent to an actual staff person's inbox. Chapter expansion information is being developed by our Chapter Relations contact and is forthcoming.


How can I get involved?

The more involved you get in WICT by networking, participating and attending programs and events, the more you’ll get out of your membership. You can expand your leadership skills by serving on a chapter board, local committee, mentoring and writing for the e-newsletter to name a few (contact Mary Busby, Director of Communications at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it ). In addition, you can also get involved in recruiting your colleagues and peers through the recruit-a-member program and contact your chapter for more volunteer opportunities.


Am I eligible to vote for a chapter board, if I'm an affiliate member to an additional chapter?

No. If the chapter is not your primary chapter, you're not eligible to vote for a chapter board to one of your additional chapters you affiliate with. Additional chapter memberships allow you to attend chapter functions at the WICT chapter member price, attend a member-only chapter event, as well guarantee you receive communications. One of the main reasons to belong to additional chapters is to expand your network because you do business and travel to that area or you may have other work-related reasons. You can only vote for your chapter board as a primary chapter member.


Are WICT Memberships Transferrable?

No, memberships in WICT are by individual and when an individual leaves their position at one company, they take that membership with them.


What is the Transitional member program?

Current WICT members who have been affected in response to industry consolidation and layoffs, can still find support, connections, and stay involved in WICT. WICT wants to support current members who become unemployed, regardless of the circumstances. WICT offers $100.00 off Executive and Regular level member dues. Staying involved in WICT and the profession is so vital and can help accelerate opportunities for employment in the cable industry. Nearly 80% of all jobs are found through a professional network and WICT continues to provide involvement for individuals seeking employment.


Who is eligible for the Transitional member program?

Unemployed Executive or Regular members who are or were current members in the past year (Calendar year 2007 and 2008) may qualify.


What is the Transitional member program renewal process?

In order to receive the $100.00 discount off Executive or Regular member levels, please contact membership services at 703.234.9817 or write to mailto: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it and WICT will assist you.


What are the benefits the Transitional member program?

There are a number of benefits, including:

  • Networking at chapter and national activities and programs
  • Access to Career Center and members-only area of website
  • Keeping in the Know with chapter and national e-newsletter
  • Guaranteed member communications on upcoming programs locally/nationally
  • Member rates on local and national programs
  • Attendance at members-only local events
  • Subscription discounts


The Value of WICT Membership

How WICT develops it members:

  • Broadens their business acumen by exposing them to issues outside of their functional area of expertise
  • Provides opportunities to look at industry issues more strategically
  • Allows for exposure to and engagement with the industry’s most senior leaders
  • Through its local and national programs, builds the following leadership and managerial skills:
    Strategic thinking, public speaking, written and verbal communications
    Financial analysis
    BudgetingRelationship development
    Negotiation and influence management
    Team building
    Conflict resolution
    Project management


Fundraising WICT’s Programs:
Focus on education, advocacy and networking
Programs are offered on both national and local levels
Program topics focus on customer relationships, emerging technology/content mobility, industry trends, strategic partnerships, personal branding, and career management


For those new to the industry:
Educational programs on local and national level introduce participants to cable industry basics.
Chapter programs offer the opportunity for new members to engage with other women industry leaders at all levels.− Career center promotes opportunities for advancement within the industry.
Cable Bootcamp program allows for deeper dive into operations of the industry.
WICT local chapter mentoring programs allow for pairing of mentors and mentees for more personalized leadership development.

 

For Emerging Leaders:
Rising Leaders program develops high potential middle management leaders.
Executive Development Seminar (EDS) examines leadership skills unique to women leaders.
Betsy Magness Leadership Institute takes an intensive look at participants’ leadership styles and attributes.
Chapter Leadership Conference develops the managerial and leadership abilities of chapter officers.
Skills are directly transferable to positions held within their company.


For Senior Leaders:
Opportunity to serve as a speaker, panelist or facilitator at local and national WICT programs.
Opportunity to serve as a committee member or member of the WICT national Board of Directors.
Opportunity to serve as a mentor to a rising leader or to a student/outsider looking to enter the cable industry.
Exclusive networking events that allow for interaction with industry peers and private interaction with keynote speakers.

 

Last Updated on Tuesday, 08 June 2010 14:35

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