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Brave Talk: The Public Media Women in Leadership Conference

Join us for public media’s women’s conference, in partnership with the PMDMC.
PMDMC 2025 - Philadelphia

Thursday, July 10  |  10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Starting at $250 per person

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.

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

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.

Brave Talk Pricing
Early Bird: Feb 26 - Apr 25
$250
Standard: Apr 26 - June 6
$275
Late: After June 6 $315

We are grateful for our founding sponsor, CARS:

We are grateful for the continued support of:

Brave Talk FAQs

You will be given the option to add Brave Talk during your PMDMC registration. If you need to add it after you registered, please log in to our registration platform to modify your registration. Your Brave Talk registration will charge your registration fee to the credit card on file when you proceed to the payment screen.

Unfortunately, this event is only for registered attendees of the PMDMC.

We’re not able to discount or comp the Brave Talk event, sorry!

Because Brave Talk has limited spots, it is non-refundable. For information about the PMDMC’s refund and cancellation policy, see our conference FAQ.

For questions related to Brave Talk’s program and schedule, feel free to connect with PMWL directly by emailing pmwomeninleadership@gmail.com.