Chantilly, VA – Women in Cable Telecommunications (WICT) today announced that the WICT Leadership Conference, held April 1-2 in Washington, DC, will host the world premiere of 41-year old Olympic swimmer Dara Torres’ book “Age Is Just a Number: Making the Impossible Possible at Any Time in Your Life” (Broadway Books). Torres joins an impressive slate of speakers appearing at the cable industry’s leading forum for women leaders.

The legendary Olympic gold medalist will inspire attendees to reach and maintain their peak performance as leaders by sharing how she stayed competitive while participating in five Olympic Games, including the 2008 Olympics in Beijing. Following her keynote address, a special pre-release book signing will be held by Torres exclusively for WICT Leadership Conference attendees.

Torres is part of a stellar line up of leaders brought together by the WICT Leadership Conference, including Political Activist and Strategist, Donna Brazile and Former White House Press Secretary, Dana Perino.

“There’s never been a more important moment to tap into the kind of strategic thinking and determination embodied by these dynamic women,” said Laurie Root, WICT Vice President of Education & Program Development. “The WICT Leadership Conference will present attendees with the tools and insight they need to successfully guide their companies and our industry through these challenging times.”

While the WICT Leadership Conference is a separate event from The Cable Show, attendees will enjoy access to The Cable Show exhibition floor. WICT’s 30-Year Anniversary Reception will also take place during the conference.

Register today at www.wict.org. Contact WICT Program Manager, Kim Woods, at kwoods@wict.org or 703.234.9804 with questions. The WICT Leadership Conference is part of the new Cable Connection-Spring that unites multiple industry events at one time and place.

About WICT
For thirty years, Women in Cable Telecommunications (WICT) has partnered with cable and telecommunications leaders to provide leadership programs and services, and create professional advancement opportunities for women. With over 7,800 members, WICT is the oldest and largest professional association serving women in the cable and telecommunications industry.

WICT develops women leaders who transform our industry through highly regarded professional events, educational programming and networking opportunities. Comcast, Turner Broadcasting System, Inc., Time Warner Cable, MTV Networks/BET Networks, Charter Communications and Rainbow are members of the 2008 WICT Leadership Circle and provide the highest level of financial support for WICT programs, services and advocacy.

ABOUT DARA TORRES

Dara Torres has set three world records and has brought home twelve Olympic medals, including four golds. She is the first American swimmer to have competed in five Olympics. She lives in Florida.

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