38th Annual Conference

Diverse Voices!

Defining the Future...

October 22-23, 2024

New York

Countdown to the Conference

Registration

Standard Member: $1,650

Standard Non-Member $1,925

Tuesday One-Day Pass: $1,050

Wednesday One-Day Pass: $1,050

Cablefax Diversity List Reception (already included in the standard registration package and Tuesday One-Day Pass. This ticket option is for those wishing to attend only the reception): $225

Cancellation Policy

A $150 administrative fee will apply to all cancellation registrations on or before September 20, 2024. There will be no refunds after this date.

Schedule

(Subject to change)

NAMIC Zen Den (Meditation Room)

6:00am - 8:00pm

Royale, 6th Floor

Registration Open

9:00am - 7:00pm

6th Floor Registration Booth

Speak Up, Stand Out! Build Unshakable Confidence to Amplify Your Impact and Influence

10:00am - 11:00am

Jolson, 9th Floor

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Beyond the Code: Why Emotional Intelligence Matters More Than Ever in Tech

10:00am - 11:00am

Cantor, 9th Floor

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Break

11:00am - 11:15am

INFOSE: Redefining Leadership in the Age of Disinformation

11:15am - 12:15pm

Jolson, 9th Floor

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Turning Turbulence into Triumph: Leading Teams Through Transformational Change

11:15am - 12:15pm

Cantor, 9th Floor

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A+E Global Media Fireside Chat with Mark Garner: Legacy and Leadership

12:30pm - 1:00pm

Cantor, 9th Floor

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Opening General Session

1:30pm - 2:30pm

Westside Ballroom, 5th Floor

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Break

2:30pm - 2:45pm

Think Like A CEO! Transform Your ERGs from Clubs to Groups of Dedicated Employees Driving Business Impact!

2:45pm - 3:45pm

Shubert, 6th Floor

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Reignite, Recharge, and Reshape: Strategies to Overcome Burnout and Foster Workplace Resilience

2:45pm - 3:45pm

Majestic, 6th Floor

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Break

3:45pm - 4:00pm

Unlocking the Power of Multicultural Influencers to Engage with Gen Z

4:00pm - 5:00pm

Majestic, 6th Floor

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The Growing Intersection of Sports

4:00pm - 5:00pm

Shubert, 6th Floor

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Break

5:00pm - 5:15pm

Self-Promotion Without Selling Out

5:15pm - 6:15pm

Shubert, 6th Floor

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Cultural Currency: Tapping Into the African American Audience to Understand Its Invaluable Impact

5:15pm - 6:15pm

Majestic, 6th Floor

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NAMIC Welcome Reception: Celebrating 45 Years of NAMIC & the 2025 Cablefax Voices of Impact List

6:30pm - 8:30pm

Astor Ballroom, 7th Floor

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NAMIC Zen Den (Meditation Room)

6:00am - 11:00am

Royale, 6th Floor

Registration Open

8:00am - 12:30pm

6th Floor Registration Booth

Coffee and Connections (open to all conference attendees)

8:00am - 8:45am

5th Floor Foyer

Unapologetically Breaking Barriers: A Journey to Leadership, Inclusion, and Success

9:00am - 10:00am

Lyceum, 5th Floor

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Unlocking Hidden Value in TV Scripts: Using NLP to Decode Content's Impact

9:00am - 10:00am

Julliard, 5th Floor

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Networking Break

10:00am - 10:15am

Purpose × Platform: Designing Campaigns That Resonate and Scale

10:15am - 11:15am

Julliard, 5th Floor

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You Don't Owe Happiness

10:15am - 11:15am

Lyceum, 5th Floor

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Annual Awards Luncheon, Sponsored by Charter Communications

11:30am - 1:30pm

Westside Ballroom, 5th Floor

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Speakers

Rashida Jones

President of MSNBC

Honorary Conference Chair

Accommodations

New York Marriott Marquis
1535 Broadway, New York, NY 10036

The room rate at the New York Marriott Marquis is $369 per night until September 27. To reserve your room, click below or call toll-free (800) 843-4898.

38th Annual NAMIC Conference

Excitement is building for the 38th Annual NAMIC Conference, themed “Diverse Voices! Defining the Future…” on October 22 and 23, 2024 at the New York Marriott Marquis. Join us in a celebration of diversity, equity, and inclusion that’s set to redefine the media, entertainment, and technology industries.

Diversity Week

Diversity Week is composed of a series of conferences and events focused on advancing diversity business practices in media, entertainment and technology. More than a thousand executives gather annually to participate in activities during the week, showcasing their company’s commitment to diversity, participating in educational sessions, gathering to celebrate diversity champions, and setting a course for best practices.

Industry diversity groups NAMIC, The WICT Network, and the Walter Kaitz Foundation are joining forces once again to host Diversity Week 2024. This year’s programs will amplify and celebrate industry achievements in workplace diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging, underscoring the importance of normalizing inclusiveness in our workforce culture.

Sponsorship Opportunities

2024 Conference Sponsors

Sponsorship opportunities are available for the 38th Annual NAMIC Conference. Please contact Sandra Girado, Vice President, Events and Partner Relations at sandra.girado@namic.com.

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