Women in Media and Marketing Awards Luncheon
The fourth annual Women in Media and Marketing Awards Luncheon, held on Thursday, May 21, 2026, brought together more than 300 leaders from the media, marketing, and advertising industries.
Representing more than 100 companies, attendees gathered at Tribeca 360 to recognize outstanding advocates for women's health and to support Breastcancer.org's mission to ensure that no one faces breast cancer alone.
Over four years, the event has raised more than $1.3 million for Breastcancer.org's critical work.
Special Guest: Elana Meyers Taylor
Elana Meyers Taylor is the most decorated female bobsledder and the most decorated Black Winter Olympian of all time. With six Olympic medals to her name, she claimed her first gold at the 2026 Winter Olympics at age 41 — a triumphant moment that captivated hearts worldwide. Elana celebrated her victory by signing "Mommy won Gold" to her two deaf sons, and in her joy, took a moment to thank her children's nanny for being an integral part of her success.
A proud mother, Elana knows firsthand the village it takes to compete at the highest level while raising a family.
Elana will sit down with Breastcancer.org founder and chief medical officer, Dr. Marisa Weiss, to discuss training at the highest level, motherhood, and the village you need to do it all.
Our 2026 Honorees
The Women in Media and Marketing Awards Luncheon, benefiting Breastcancer.org, honors and recognizes the contributions of some of the most dynamic women in the industry, as well as accomplished individuals and organizations in the media and marketing industry who have shown themselves to be advocates for women’s health and for people impacted by breast cancer.
Corporate Visionary
Karen Saltser
Chief Executive Officer, Bloomberg Media
The Corporate Visionary Award honors agents of change who approach the status quo from a unique perspective. Whether a fundamental new idea in media and marketing or looking at healthcare through a transformative lens, these changemakers envision a future rooted in equity and inclusion — especially for people impacted by breast cancer.
Individual Advocate
Amy McGovern
Head of Agency Partnerships, East Coast
Best Buy Ads
The Individual Advocate Award celebrates the achievements of those who have shown exceptional dedication, leadership, and commitment to promoting women's health, while also supporting individuals in the media and marketing industry affected by breast cancer. Their work has resulted in real-world improvements in the lives of women and individuals affected by breast cancer.
Caregiver
Jacqueline Farrell
Senior Manager, Fan Engagement and Alumni Relations NY Rangers
MSG Sports
The Caregiver Award celebrates those who have shown exceptional dedication, empathy, and commitment to caring for a loved one affected by breast cancer and acknowledges that breast cancer has a profound impact on the family and loved ones of those diagnosed.
Our Past Honorees
Individual Advocate
Elizabeth Rutledge, Chief Marketing Officer American Express (2025)
Amy Armstrong, Director, Global Customer Development, Amazon Ads (2024)
Cara Lewis, US Chief Investment Officer, dentsu (2023)
Corporate Visionary
Beiersdorf (2025)
Adobe (2024)
Publicis Groupe (2023)
Corporate Champion of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Adrianne Smith, SVP/Sr. Partner and Chief Diversity and Inclusion Officer, FleishmanHillard (2024)
Interpublic Group (2024)
Unilever (2023)
Caregiver
Jacob Lewis, Owner Baltimore North Food Truck (2025)
Jason Brum, Video Advertising Sales, Apple (2024)
David Roter, Senior Director, Global Client Partnerships, Netflix (2024)
Thanks to Our Sponsors
Platinum Sponsor
Supporting Sponsor
Gold Sponsors
Silver Sponsors
Flower Table Décor Sponsor
Special Thanks to Our Industry Partners
Additional Thanks
Host Committee
Katie Kulik, Event Chair
Founder and Chief Executive Officer, NET Revenue
Member, Breastcancer.org Board of Directors
Carl Fremont, Event Chair
Chief Executive Officer, Quigley-Simpson
Member, Breastcancer.org Board of Directors
Sheila Buckley
Global Head of Magnify Division and Business Development
Prohaska Consulting
Jennifer Churchill
Vice President, Enterprise Sales and Strategic Client Partnerships
Kargo
Stephanie D'Introno
Director, Integrated Marketing and Communications
De'Longhi America
Nicole Ellingson
Vice President, Group Creative Director
Quigley-Simpson
Heidi Gray
Chief People Officer
Kargo
Judith Hammerman
Partnerships X/xAI
X
Elizabeth Izard Apelles
Founder
Greater Honeycomb
Judy Jackson
President
JLC Ventures
Cara Lewis
Executive Vice President, Head of Agency Sales
TelevisaUnivision, Inc.
Matt Liebhaber
Managing Director, Client Partnerships
Infillion
Lena Petersen
Chief Brand and Communications Officer
Stagwell
Sheevani Raikundalia
Executive Head of Financial Services Advertising Bloomberg Media
Laurinda Rainey
Chase Auto Head of Consumer and Digital Channels
Chase
Beth Reilly
Chief Executive Officer and Principal Consultant
DigitalMatter, LLC
Carrie Seifer
Executive Vice President, Global Revenue
Integral Ad Science
Christy Tanner
Chief Executive Officer and President
New York Public Radio
Jan Weinstein
About Breastcancer.org
Breastcancer.org is a leading patient-focused resource dedicated to providing reliable, up-to-date information and support to those affected by breast cancer. Founded in 2000 by chief medical officer Marisa C. Weiss, MD, we empower people with research, expert information, and a dynamic peer support community to help them make the best decisions for their lives. Since inception, our nonprofit organization has reached 256 million people worldwide.
Breastcancer.org is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, tax ID #23-3082851. All donations are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law.