The Alliance for Women in Media Foundation (AWMF) has unveiled its 2026 Foundation Board of Directors.
“As we continue the momentum following last year’s landmark 50th anniversary of the Gracie Awards and look ahead to the 51st Annual Gracie Awards, strong and visionary leadership remains essential,” said Becky Brooks, President of AWM/F. “The talent, perspective, and dedication of this year’s Board will help advance the Foundation’s mission to recognize excellence in media and support the next generation of women shaping the industry.
OFFICER ROLES
Monica Bloom, Chair, Chief Marketing Officer, Kino Lorber Media Group
Catherine Badalamente, Incoming/Vice Chair, President & CEO, Graham Media Group
Katina Arnold, Immediate Past Chair, Senior Vice President, Disney Advertising Communications, The Walt Disney Company
Marie Tedesco, Treasurer, Former Chief Financial Officer, Beasley Broadcast Group, Inc. (Retired)
Chesley Maddox-Dorsey, Treasurer-Elect, CEO, American Urban Radio Superadio Networks
NEW DIRECTORS SERVING ON THE BOARD
Annie Howell, Chief of Communications, Hallmark Media
Thea Mitchem, Executive Vice President of Programming, iHeartMedia
INCUMBUNT DIRECTORS SERVING ON THE BOARD
Kenetta Bailey, Media, Content & Growth Executive
SERVING AS SPECIAL ADVISORS ON THE BOARD
Heather Cohen, President, The Weiss Agency
Mike McVay, President, McVay Media Consulting
Christine Travaglini, President, Katz Radio Group
