Brave Talk 2025:
The Public Media Women in Leadership Conference

WE LOOK FORWARD TO SEEING YOU AT Brave Talk 2025!

Brave Talk is the only conference designed specifically for women working in public media. It’s an energetic and interactive full-day gathering where you can ignite your leadership potential and connect with women at all levels of the public media system – from newbies to CEOs. We’ll have keynote speakers addressing the big, critical issues we’re all facing, plus speed-mentoring and lunch included. Hands-on activities will give you the opportunity to learn, be inspired, and grow in a supportive environment. Brave Talk provides actionable strategies to help emerging and mid-level leaders set their sights on the C-Suite. With a focus on mentorship, innovation, and fun, Brave Talk is the perfect platform to spark new ideas and form lasting connections. Brave Talk is a special session of Public Media Development & Marketing Conference. To attend Brave Talk, just make sure you’re registered for the full PMDMC conference. Once you’re in, you can add Brave Talk to your agenda!

BRAVE TALK 2025 REGISTRATION FEE IS ONLY $250, AND FREE FOR PMWL AFICIONADA MEMBERS.

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Public Media Women in Leadership Celebrates 10 Years and 10 Times The Impact.

Thursday, JULY 10, 2025 | 10am-5:00pm | PHILADELPHIA, PA

PMWL is proud to partner with Greater Public to bring you the seventh year of Brave Talk: The Public Media Women in Leadership Conference at the PMDMC. We’re also thrilled to announce that at this year’s Brave Talk, PMWL will celebrate our 10th Anniversary under the exciting theme, “She’s Got The Lead – 10 Years and 10 Times The Impact.” This milestone honors PMWL’s ongoing commitment to connecting women across public media, paving pathways to career excellence, and championing greater representation in leadership roles.

To celebrate, we’re offering a gift for every Early Bird registration. When you arrive at Brave Talk, you’ll receive PMWL’s stainless steel, 16-ounce, lightweight tumbler. A great way to show your support for women leaders in public media.