The Alliance for Women in Media Announces 2025 Board of Directors & Officers
The Alliance for Women in Media (AWM) is pleased to announce the 2025 National Board of Directors and Officers. “As we prepare to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Gracie Awards—five decades of recognizing the incredible achievements of women across all media—strong leadership is more important than ever,” said Becky Brooks, President, AWM/F. “The dedication and expertise of this year’s Board will ensure that we continue to connect, elevate and advance all women in media, driving our mission forward for years to come.”
OFFICER ROLES
- Katina Arnold, Chair, Vice President, Corporate Communications, ESPN
- Monica Bloom, Vice Chair, Chief Marketing Officer, Kino Lorber Media Group
- Annie Howell, Immediate Past Chair, Chief Communications Officer, Hallmark Media
- Catherine Badalamente, Treasurer, President & CEO, Graham Media Group
- Marie Tedesco Treasurer-Elect, Former Chief Financial Officer, Beasley Media Group (Retired)
NEW DIRECTORS SERVING ON THE BOARD
The following leaders will begin serving on the AWM Board of Directors for a two-year term:
- Rebekah Dopp, Founder and President, Exponent
- Ann Hailer, President of Broadcast, Locality
SECOND-TERM DIRECTORS SERVING ON THE BOARD
The following leaders will serve a second term on the AWM Board of Directors:
- Cori Abraham, SVP, Entertainment Unscripted Development, NBCUniversal Television and Streaming
- Jayne Bussman-Wise, VP, Growth, Strategy & New Ventures, Professional Women’s Hockey League (PWHL)
- Chesley Maddox-Dorsey, CEO, American Urban Radio Network
INCUMBENT DIRECTORS REMAINING ON THE BOARD
The following leaders will continue serving on the AWM Board of Directors:
- Isabel Lara, Chief Communications Officer, NPR
- Jaclyn Levin, President, Shriver Media; Founder, Unruly Women Media
- Thea Mitchem, Executive Vice President of Programming, iHeartMedia
- Christine Moran, Founder, Principal Consultant, Crosstype Collective LLC
- Debra OConnell, President, News Groups and Networks, Disney Entertainment
Board photos and bios can be found on the AWM website.
Please note, the announcement of the AWM Foundation Board of Directors will be released at a later date.
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About the Alliance for Women in Media (AWM): The Alliance for Women in Media connects, recognizes and educates women across the media industry. AWM is a diverse community that facilitates industry-wide collaboration, education, and innovation. Established in 1951 as American Women in Radio & Television (AWRT), AWM is the longest-established professional association dedicated to advancing women in media. AWM harnesses the promise, passion and power of women in all forms of media to empower career development, engage in thought leadership, and drive positive change for our industry and societal progress.
Media Contact:
Jenny Rayyan
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jennyrayyan@allwomeninmedia.org
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