NYWICI Communications Career Conference

Join NYWICI on September 25, 2025, at Spotify NYC for NYWICI’s highly anticipated Communications Career Conference—a dynamic half-day event from 12:00 – 5:00 pm designed to empower the next generation of leaders in communications. Whether you’re a student, recent graduate, or early career professional, the Communications Career Conference offers the opportunity to connect with industry trailblazers, gain real-world insights, and build the skills that matter most.

FEATURED PANELS AND KEYNOTE:

Keynote: The Power of Mentorship

• In our keynote, Erin Styles, Public Affairs, Communications and PR Lead at Spotify, and her mentor Ashok Sinha, Chief Communications Officer at Dow Jones, will explore how meaningful mentor relationships can transform careers. This duo will share their unique mentorship journey, revealing how it has created opportunities for both personal growth and professional excellence, while breaking down barriers in the industry. Through honest conversations and mutual learning, join this session to hear how you can cultivate similar connections to accelerate your own career trajectory.
• Speakers

Learn from Your Peers: Insights from Gen Z

• This engaging peer-to-peer panel features rising Gen Z professionals who are already making their mark on the industry. The session brings together voices who understand the unique challenges and opportunities facing today’s emerging workforce because they are living it. Panelists will share learnings on navigating career transitions, owning your success, and leveraging technology to create meaningful professional connections.
• Speakers
  • Avani Johnson, Chief of Staff at Hirsch Leatherwood (Moderator)
  • Maia Ervin, Director of Next Gen Practice at UTA Entertainment
  • Madeline Muldoon, Analyst Relations Manager at IBM
  • Erica Coven, Social Media Manager at TikTok

The Future of Journalism/Media Careers 

• Join us for an inspiring discussion with trailblazing women who are shaping the future of journalism and media careers across traditional and digital platforms. Our distinguished panel includes publishers, reporters and influencers who will share insights on navigating career opportunities, embracing new storytelling formats, and creating innovative content in today’s evolving media landscape.
• Speakers
  •  Ashley Carman, Music, Podcast, Audiobooks, Reporter, Bloomberg  
  • Debby Krenek, Publisher of Newsday and Former Matrix Honoree
  • Callie Schweitzer, Head of Premium Content and Community Strategy at LinkedIn

Building Your Personal Brand: From Strategy to Success

• Hear from accomplished communications leaders who will share strategies for building a personal brand that drives career advancement and growth. These expert panelists will reveal how they’ve leveraged their unique voices, expertise, and leadership styles to establish themselves, while maintaining authenticity and credibility. You’ll take away actionable strategies on developing a personal brand, amplifying your visibility across digital platforms, and using it to open doors, attract opportunities.
• Speakers
  • Annie Lohmeyer, Principal, Corporate Affairs at Korn Ferry (Moderator)

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