MIW Sets Management 101 Leadership Webinar Jan. 15

RADIO ONLINE | Wednesday, December 17, 2025 | 2:54pm CT

Mentoring and Inspiring Women in Radio (MIW)

Mentoring and Inspiring Women in Radio (MIW) has announced an upcoming professional development webinar, Management 101: Becoming an Impactful Leader, scheduled for January 15 at 2pm ET.

The one-hour interactive session will bring together senior executives from across the audio and media industry to share practical leadership skills, modern management approaches, and insights for navigating ongoing digital and cultural change within radio and audio companies.

The panel will feature Erik Hellum, Chief Operating Officer of Townsquare Media Group; Dara M. Kalvort, Vice President of Digital Sales at StreamGuys; Kieran Geffert, Senior Vice President and Market Manager for Audacy San Francisco; and Mary Boyle, Vice President and General Manager of WGN Radio Chicago at Nexstar Media Inc.

Panelists will discuss what defines effective leadership in today's media environment, common challenges faced by new managers, strategies for leading teams through digital transformation, and how to balance empathy with accountability. The discussion will also address key performance indicators beyond ratings and revenue, the leadership skills expected to be critical over the next five years, and actionable steps for advancing individual leadership development.

The webinar aligns with MIW's mission to strengthen the next generation of radio leadership by providing access to mentorship, education, and professional support aimed at helping women advance into management and executive roles.

"We're thrilled to bring together such respected leaders to share their experience and guidance," said Sheila Kirby, MIW Board President. "Leadership is not a title, it's a practice. Our goal is to equip emerging and aspiring managers with the mindset and tools needed to lead with clarity, purpose, and impact."

Registration for the webinar is open here.