WICT Wisdom

Technology, Growth, Leadership and Mentorship In this episode of WICT Wisdom , host Stephanie Cobian is joined by Sarah Counnas, Senior Director of Technology Communication & Strategy, DreamWorks Animation Sarah currently serves as the Senior Director of Technology Communication & Strategy at DreamWorks Animation. At DreamWorks, she oversees the studio's entire software portfolio, builds impactful...

TALENT RELATIONS & TALENT-DRIVEN ENTERTAINMENT In this episode of WICT Wisdom , host Stephanie Cobian is joined by Jen Muccia , an accomplished Content Producer and Talent Booker. Jen brings over 20 years of experience as a media executive, producer, talent booker, and talent strategist. Her impressive career spans television, podcasting, and brand partnerships, having booked talent for a wide arr...

WICT Wisdom's Stephanie Cobian is joined by guest Linda Meighan, certified hypnotherapist, herbalist, and holistic health facilitator. She is the founder of Lovewelll (with 3 L's). Linda Meighan shares her journey to becoming a hypnotherapist and holistic health facilitator. Through Linda's own experience, she shares the importance of finding a community and the role it has in someone's career.  A...

WICT Wisdom's Stephanie Cobian is joined by guest Melissa Wallace, Co-Founder of Fierce Foundry and Co-Founder & Managing Director of Fivefoottwo Marketing.  Melissa Wallace shares her journey from a legal background to the entertainment industry, including her experience at DirectTV, A&E, and Superfly, as well as her founding of Fierce Foundry. Melissa has the need-to-know insights on current sta...

WICT Wisdom's Stephanie Cobian is joined by guest Janaé Désiré, Film and Television Executive.  Janaé Désiré shares her journey from non-scripted to scripted television, how her personal leadership skills have grown, and how leadership in entertainment has evolved through the years among women. She also shares what she thinks women and women leaders need to do in the near future to ensure both car...

WICT Wisdom's Stephanie Cobian sits down with Dahlia Guigui, COO, Executive VP of Development and Head of Production at Sunset Pictures. Dahlia Guigui discusses her family's passion for the arts, her personal philosophy on taking control of your destiny and how Sunset Pictures is paving the way with their new initiative for new industry leaders through a women's sports division and their youth men...

WICT Wisdom's Stephanie Cobian sits down with Evelyn Lee, Venue Group Manager for the LA28 Olympic & Paralympic Games. Evelyn brings a wealth of experience to her role at LA28, having held key positions with organizations such as the Honda Center, Live Nation Entertainment, House of Blues, and the GRAMMY Foundation & MusiCares. Despite the recent devastating fires in Southern California, plans for...

WICT Wisdom's Stephanie Cobian interviews Ariela Nerubay, Marketing Executive and Author of, Not Pausing: Redefining Women After Forty . Stephanie is joined by Ariela Nerubay, an accomplished marketing executive who has held executive roles with The Walt Disney Studios, Fox International Productions, Sony Pictures International, Televisa, and Univision Communications. Her expertise extends beyond...

The WICT Network: Southern California presents a recorded exclusive fireside chat with Terri Hines, EVP, Communications for Fox Sports. Terri joined FOX Sports in 2016 and serves as chief spokesperson responsible for leading the development of all communications, brand and social responsibility strategies.  This event was moderated by Aimee Galaszewski, Multimedia Sports Journalist, who currently...

WICT Wisdom's Stephanie Cobian interviews Falguni Lakhani Adams Stephanie is joined by Falguni Lakhani Adams, a network executive with over 24 years of experience in senior editorial management and production. She is an Emmy-winning network executive producer at VICE Media, where she creates and produce original content across various platforms and genres. She is also the co-creator of Getting Hot...

The WICT Network: Southern California presents a special from the screening of the Docuseries Unmuted by Without Exeption Films from early 2024 to WICT members.  Following a short introduction and audio sample from UNMUTED, listen to a panel discussion with producers, Charlotte Lubert and Milena Warns, and director, Dena Hysell-Cornejo led by Stephanie Cobian.  UNMUTED shares the harrowing, untold...

WICT Wisdom's Stephanie Cobian interviews Gloria Jolley and Paola Velasquez Stephanie is joined by Gloria Jolley and Paola Velasquez, The WICT Network: Southern California Chapter Mentorship Program Co-Chairs. Gloria and Paola highlight the WICT Network: Southern California Mentorship Program, how the program works, how to be a part of it, and the importance of mentorship among female colleagues....

WICT Wisdom's Stephanie Cobian interviews LaFaye Baker Stephanie is joined by LaFaye Baker, Stunt Cordinator & Executive Director of Diamond in the Raw. LaFaye Baker is the first African American stuntwoman to coordinate a big budget project, HBO's special Introducing Dorothy Dandridge starring Halle Berry. LaFaye is an Intimacy Coordinator and also the founder of the  Action Icon Awards  which re...

WICT Wisdom's Stephanie Cobian interviews Merideth Mehlberg Stephanie is joined by Merideth Mehlberg, Author & Executive Coach. Merideth is an executive coach, career strategist and CEO peer facilitator. She helps senior leaders elevate their performance, impact and career fulfillment. Merideth is also the author of, Your Finest Work: Career Fulfillment in a Complicated World . Stephanie and Merid...

WICT Wisdom's Stephanie Cobian interviews Mentor Erica Renee Davis & Mentee Kate Berumen Stephanie is joined by Erica Renee Davis, on-air talent, reporter at FOX Bet Super 6, and Kate Berumen, production assistant.  We are joined by The WICT Network: Southern California's Mentor Erica Renee Davis and her current Mentee Kate Berumen from our mentorship program. We discuss the importance of mentorsh...

WICT Wisdom's Stephanie Cobian interviews Holly Henderson Stephanie is joined by Holly Henderson, Senior Vice President of Distribution, Hallmark Media Prior to working with Hallmark Media for 10+ years, Holly was Director, Affiliate Sales at TV Guide Channel. Additionally, Holly was recently presented The WICT Network: Southern California Catalyst Award at the Wonder Women Awards by Multichannel...

WICT Wisdom's Stephanie Cobian interviews Lindsay Nesmith Stephanie is joined by Lindsay Nesmith, The WICT Network: Southern California Vice President & J.E.L. Music Group Inc. In addition to being the new Vice President for The WICT Network: Southern California, Lindsay Nesmith is a songwriter, vocalist and voice over artist. She owns and operates a reputable music company, J.E.L. Music Group inc...

WICT Wisdom's Stephanie Cobian interviews 5 Amazing Film & TV Women in honor of Women's History Month.  This roundtable of powerhouse women discuss the challenges they've faced launching and running their women-owned production companies, the importance of Women's History Month, and their advice for others looking to start their own media paths. Guests include:  Danielle Green is the Director of P...

WICT Wisdom's Stephanie Cobian interviews Chulee Techopichetwongsa.  Stephanie is joined by Chulee Techopichetwongsa, Talent Sourcing Partner at Comcast. Chulee has a BA in Psychology (Multi-Culturalism), a Masters in Organization Leadership and has worked with such companies as Spectrum, Time Warner Cable and Warner Bros before landing at Comcast. Not only does she work in professional recruitmen...

WICT Wisdom's Stephanie Cobian interviews Yasmine Tanres.  Stephanie is joined by Yasmine Tanres, a Multi-lingual & Cultural On-Air Host and TV Personality.  As an on-air host, Yasmine covers lifestyle, news and entertainment topics. She originally hails from London but her work spans across Asia and Europe. Some of her work includes being an Entertainment Reporter on Fab TV and PopFuzion TV, and...

WICT Wisdom's Stephanie Cobian interviews Sarah Pilla.  Stephanie is joined by Sarah Pilla, Emmy-Winning Journalist, On-Air Reporter, Producer & Writer at Spectrum News 1, Los Angeles.  Sarah is a dynamic, Emmy-Award winning environment journalist with a passion for storytelling and connecting with audiences. Environment and climate change are primary topics she covers. With a diverse background e...

WICT Wisdom's Stephanie Cobian interviews Barbara Nelms.  Stephanie is joined by Barbara Nelms, Chapter President of Rocky Mountain and Portfolio Manager at Paramount+ Barbara Nelms is a superwoman in the TV and media industry as she not only is Portfolio Manager at Paramount+ but she is also the President of the WICT Rocky Mountain Chapter that covers 5 states: Colorado, Utah, Nebraska, Montana a...

WICT Wisdom's Stephanie Cobian interviews Tara Brock.  Stephanie is joined by Tara Brock, Sr. Product Manager at NBCUniversal. Moving from Life Fitness to the Isadora Agency to NBCUniversal right before the 2020 pandemic hit, Tara is an experienced project manager in multiple industries working with and creating digital products. Within this tech sphere, Tara encompass the use of analytics, softwa...

WICT Wisdom's Stephanie Cobian interviews Angela Kozlowski.  Stephanie is joined by Angela Kozlowski, Director, Digital Sales Strategy at COX Media. Angela is responsible for driving revenue through developing and implementing strategies across all Cox Media markets. Angela has been a sales leader in the digital advertising space for over 7 years leading a team of digital consultants and partnerin...

WICT Wisdom's Stephanie Cobian interviews Angela Massie.  Stephanie is joined by Angela Massie, VP of Live Storytelling at The Weather Channel. As VP of Live Storytelling for The Weather Channel tv network, Angela (Angie) Massie is responsible for presentation of content and field coverage during the network's live programming hours. During her tenure, she also assumed the role of interim Head of...