WICT SOUTHEAST: RED LETTER AWARDS
Since 2004, WICT Southeast’s (formerly WICT Atlanta) Red Letter Awards have been honoring members who
personify the WICT Touchstones of Leadership and demonstrate outstanding achievement and leadership. These
individuals actively enhance the perception of the cable and telecommunications industry through their community and
professional involvement. Below is a brief overview of the award categories and previous recipients.
Please note: The recipient’s company and position title reflects the time the award was received.
 Catalyst Award for Women in Technology: Recognizes a woman in a technology position who has made
significant contributions to the industry and acknowledges outstanding achievements in personal and
professional growth.
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2010: Rhonda Holt, SVP, Digital Media Technologies & Media Asset Management, Turner
2009: Kristine Faulkner, VP, Product Development and Management, Cox Communications
2008: Sandy Sexton, VP, Financial Systems Development and Enterprise, Scripps Networks
2007: Veronica Sheehan, SVP, Network Operations, Turner
2006: Rhonda Lowry, VP, Executive in Residence, Turner
2005: Angie Simmons, SVP, Network Operations, Turner
2004: Roberta Christopher, Executive Director, Cox Communications
 Horizon Award for Woman to Watch: Celebrates a woman with a consistent record of professional success
and job excellence. She is a strong strategic leader, a role model and significant contributor to the growth of
her organization.
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2010: Sheri Gates McGaughy, VP, Legal, The Weather Channel
2009: Jennifer Dorian, SVP, Network Strategy and Brand Development, Turner
2008: Lisa Chang, EVP, Human Resources, The Weather Channel
2007: Shirley Powell, SVP, Corporate Communications, Turner
2006: Kathy Payne, VP, Programming, Cox Communications
2005: Becky Powtan, EVP, Distribution & Business Affairs/General Counsel, The Weather Channel
2004: Robin Sangston, VP and General Counsel, Cox Communications
 Inspiration Award for Woman of the Year: Honors a woman who has had a milestone year and has
contributed to the evolution of the cable telecommunications industry over the course of her career. She is a
visionary leader who is highly regarded by her employees, clients and peers for career achievement, a
dedication to excellence and quality work-life balance.
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2010: Lynne Costantini, EVP, Affiliate Sales & Marketing, Scripps Networks
2009: Jennifer Danger, SVP, Domestic Distribution, Discovery Communications
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2008: Loretta Walker, SVP and Chief Human Resources Officer, Turner
2007: Wonya Lewis, EVP and General Manager, The Weather Channel
2006: Deborah Wilson, President, TWC Companies, The Weather Channel
2005: Louise Sams, EVP and General Counsel, Turner
2004: Jill Campbell, SVP, Operations, Cox Communications
 The Mentor Award: Acknowledges a man or woman who has a history of investing in the personal and
professional development of individuals within the cable telecommunications industry. This award can also be
presented to an individual who has championed women's issues in the workplace, developed mentoring
initiatives and/or consistently supported company or industry mentoring programs.
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2010: Melissa Sykes, VP, Content Diversity, Scripps Networks
2009: Kathy Hatala, VP, Sales and Marketing, Turner
2008: Jennifer Hightower, VP Regulatory Affairs, Cox Communications
2007: Sophia Kelly, VP, Programming, Turner
2006: Angela Gray, VP, Human Resources, Comcast
2005: Peggy Ballard, Strategic Communications, Scientific Atlanta
 Rising Star Award for Emerging Leaders: Recognizes women who show potential to be influential leaders
within their organization and the cable telecommunications industry. This award is presented to women who
have established competency and success in their area of expertise and are moving into formal or informal
leadership roles.
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2010: Kathy Gray, Executive Producer and Director of Project Services, Turner Studios/Turner
Broadcasting; Heather Jagels, Manager of Creative Services, DIY Network/Scripps Networks; and
Laura Poffenberger, Senior Product Manager and Producer, Yahoo!
2009: Michele Koch, Director of Affiliate Marketing, Gospel Music Channel; Kathy Noakes, Sales
Development Executive, HBO; and Brandii Toby-Leon, Director, Public Relations, DIY
Network/Scripps Networks.
2008: Vicky Free, VP, Entertainment Marketing, Turner, and Michelle McGuire, Senior Director of
Technology Planning, Turner.
2007: Jerilyn Bliss, VP, Corporate Communications, Scripps Networks; Amy Cohn, Executive
Director, Public Affairs, Cox Communications; Alex Dombronovich, VP, Business Development and
Marketing, WICT National; and Misty Skedgell, VP, Corporate Communications, Turner.
2006: Denise Myers, Marketing Manager, Cox Communications; Judy Nussbaum, Corporate Counsel,
Cox Communications; Ruby Patton, Manager of Supplier Diversity, Cox Communications; and
Jennifer Storms, VP, Sports Marketing and Programming, Turner.
2005: Susan Leepson, Director, Public Relations, Cox Communications
Milestone Award: Recognition to companies in the cable and telecommunications industry who mark 30 years or
more of cable excellence.
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2010: “40 Years of Cable Excellence,” Turner Broadcasting System, Inc.
Special Red Letter Awards presented in prior years include:
 2008 Honorary Award: Jim McCaffrey, EVP, Operations and Strategy, Turner
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