WiCT Legacy Awards 2024
Legacy Award Networking Reception
The 15th Annual Women in Consumer Technology Legacy Awards!
When: Tuesday, January 9th, 2024 – from 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Location: Venetian Hotel — San Polo 3405 and 3406 Ballrooms
Master of Ceremonies
Kinsey Fabrizio
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Becky Magnotta
MBA, PCC, CPQC
Homestead Coaching and Consulting.
Becky Magnotta is President of Homestead Coaching and Consulting.
Her coaching uses her deep corporate experience which includes over 30 years with companies such as DISH Network, and Chevron, and 20 years of Leadership and Talent Development experience. She has been an Executive Coach for 7 years.
As a coach, Becky has supported all levels of executives in every field including consumer technology, medicine, finance, software development. Becky has helped leaders from the C-Suite and in Operations, Sales, Marketing, IT, and Human Resources.
Becky enjoys public speaking and has presented talent management, leadership, and coaching topics at many international conferences and events and various on-line interviews.
Becky has a bachelor’s degree in piano performance from the University of Denver, and an M.B.A. with a finance emphasis from Regis University in Denver.
Outside of work, she enjoys reading, playing music, traveling, hiking spending time with family and friends – and especially her husband, Steve.
Opening Remarks
Becky Magnotta
MBA, PCC, CPQC
Homestead Coaching and Consulting.
Becky Magnotta is President of Homestead Coaching and Consulting.
Her coaching uses her deep corporate experience which includes over 30 years with companies such as DISH Network, and Chevron, and 20 years of Leadership and Talent Development experience. She has been an Executive Coach for 7 years.
As a coach, Becky has supported all levels of executives in every field including consumer technology, medicine, finance, software development. Becky has helped leaders from the C-Suite and in Operations, Sales, Marketing, IT, and Human Resources.
Becky enjoys public speaking and has presented talent management, leadership, and coaching topics at many international conferences and events and various on-line interviews.
Becky has a bachelor’s degree in piano performance from the University of Denver, and an M.B.A. with a finance emphasis from Regis University in Denver.
Outside of work, she enjoys reading, playing music, traveling, hiking spending time with family and friends – and especially her husband, Steve.
Announcing Our 2024 Class of Legacy Award Honorees!
Becky Magnotta
MBA, PCC, CPQC
Homestead Coaching and Consulting.
Becky Magnotta is President of Homestead Coaching and Consulting.
Her coaching uses her deep corporate experience which includes over 30 years with companies such as DISH Network, and Chevron, and 20 years of Leadership and Talent Development experience. She has been an Executive Coach for 7 years.
As a coach, Becky has supported all levels of executives in every field including consumer technology, medicine, finance, software development. Becky has helped leaders from the C-Suite and in Operations, Sales, Marketing, IT, and Human Resources.
Becky enjoys public speaking and has presented talent management, leadership, and coaching topics at many international conferences and events and various on-line interviews.
Becky has a bachelor’s degree in piano performance from the University of Denver, and an M.B.A. with a finance emphasis from Regis University in Denver.
Outside of work, she enjoys reading, playing music, traveling, hiking spending time with family and friends – and especially her husband, Steve.
Woman to Watch
Becky Magnotta
MBA, PCC, CPQC
Homestead Coaching and Consulting.
Becky Magnotta is President of Homestead Coaching and Consulting.
Her coaching uses her deep corporate experience which includes over 30 years with companies such as DISH Network, and Chevron, and 20 years of Leadership and Talent Development experience. She has been an Executive Coach for 7 years.
As a coach, Becky has supported all levels of executives in every field including consumer technology, medicine, finance, software development. Becky has helped leaders from the C-Suite and in Operations, Sales, Marketing, IT, and Human Resources.
Becky enjoys public speaking and has presented talent management, leadership, and coaching topics at many international conferences and events and various on-line interviews.
Becky has a bachelor’s degree in piano performance from the University of Denver, and an M.B.A. with a finance emphasis from Regis University in Denver.
Outside of work, she enjoys reading, playing music, traveling, hiking spending time with family and friends – and especially her husband, Steve.
Carol Campbell Inspiration Award
Becky Magnotta
MBA, PCC, CPQC
Homestead Coaching and Consulting.
Becky Magnotta is President of Homestead Coaching and Consulting.
Her coaching uses her deep corporate experience which includes over 30 years with companies such as DISH Network, and Chevron, and 20 years of Leadership and Talent Development experience. She has been an Executive Coach for 7 years.
As a coach, Becky has supported all levels of executives in every field including consumer technology, medicine, finance, software development. Becky has helped leaders from the C-Suite and in Operations, Sales, Marketing, IT, and Human Resources.
Becky enjoys public speaking and has presented talent management, leadership, and coaching topics at many international conferences and events and various on-line interviews.
Becky has a bachelor’s degree in piano performance from the University of Denver, and an M.B.A. with a finance emphasis from Regis University in Denver.
Outside of work, she enjoys reading, playing music, traveling, hiking spending time with family and friends – and especially her husband, Steve.
Kinsey Fabrizio
Senior Vice President of Membership and CES Sales, Consumer Technology Association (CTA), and Class of 2023 WiCT Legacy Award Honoree
Gary Shapiro
President and CEO, Consumer Technology Association (CTA)
Stephanie Keough
Chief Merchant
World Wide Stereo
Stephanie Keough joined World Wide Stereo — an award-winning residential technology integration firm with premium retail showrooms in the Philadelphia area and a national e-commerce experience — in 2013 after a successful 20-year career in design and merchandising in the fashion industry. Brought in initially to focus on new acquisitions, she quickly expanded her role in the organization, becoming a Senior Buyer in 2015 and then the company’s current Chief Merchant. Her role includes the strategic vison and management of all brands, categories, and market footprint within World Wide Stereo’s successful multichannel business model. Keough’s positive and passionate energy for the industry has brought important recognition as one of Dealerscope’s Most Influential Buyers and Most Powerful Women in Consumer Electronics. She joined the ProSource Audio Committee in 2015 and is currently the chairperson. She shares the company’s motto of “doing well by doing good,” which has contributed to World Wide Stereo’s multichannel success.
Rosanne Lang
Executive Director, Tradeshows & Events
Crestron
Rosanne Lang boasts a 30-year career at Crestron, evolving from the sole member of the nascent marketing department to the current role of Executive Director of Tradeshows and Events. Her journey includes collaborating with Founder George Feldstein on the first CresNet II symbols manual, expanding global sales networks, and overseeing the growth of Crestron's Customer Experience Centers. Rosanne has significantly increased the company's exhibit presence, led initiatives like Crestron Velocity and Crestron Next (a virtual event spanning 108 countries), and manages over 100 tradeshows annually. Beyond Crestron, she advocates for exhibitors, contributing to CEDIA Expo, InfoComm, and ISE Steering Committees and Exhibitor Advisory Boards. Her leadership emphasizes enhancing attendee experiences and delivering heightened value to event exhibitors.
Melissa Matalon
Vice President, Membership
CTA
Melissa Matalon is the Vice President of Membership at the Consumer Technology Association™ (CTA), the U.S. trade association representing more than 1,300 consumer technology companies, and which owns and produces CES® - The Global Stage for Innovation. Matalon oversees all functions of membership including member engagement, retention, and growth. Her responsibilities include revenue generation and leading a team that manages member programs and development. Prior to her 13-year tenure at CTA, she worked for the non-profit organization Girls, Inc. and in healthcare consulting.
Maryellen Oswald
Partnerships Business Development Manager
Somfy
With more than 25 years in the consumer technology sector, Maryellen Oswald’s diverse journey includes roles in publishing, marketing, and events. As the Founder and Publisher of Connected Design Magazine, she reached a pinnacle in her career. Currently serving as the Partnerships Business Development Manager at Somfy Systems, she blends her tech passion with design principles. In 2021, she pursued interior design education, enriching her understanding of seamlessly integrating technology into Somfy's products. Beyond work, she’s an ardent sports enthusiast, enjoying golf and winery visits. Oswald's dedication extends to family, and her pursuit of excellence positions her as a mentor for women in the industry. In 2020, she earned recognition as one of Dealerscope's Most Powerful Women in Consumer Technology.
Erin Thomas
General Manager
SaaviHome
You’ll rarely catch Erin Thomas, General Manager of SaaviHome, without a smile on her face. With over a decade of small business development experience, Thomas joined the SaaviHome team — and CE industry — in 2020, bringing positive energy and a fresh set of eyes to a successful and growing integration company. As General Manager of SaaviHome she leads the day-to-day operations and serves as the in-house window treatment expert of the Denver-based firm. Additionally, Thomas has been instrumental in the recent launch of the SaaviHome Franchise Company. She’s an avid traveler who has been sprucing up on Duolingo in her free time.
Jamie Briesemeister
Co-Founder and CEO
Integration Controls
Jamie Briesemeister, Co-Founder and CEO of Integration Controls, spearheads a company dedicated to simplifying and enhancing homeowners' lives through thoughtfully curated technologies. In her leadership role, she actively engages the design-build community, providing education and design support for in home technology. Currently serving as the Vice-Chairperson on the board for CEDIA, Briesemeister promotes collaboration and inclusion of technology in the designed environment. She is a member of various industry associations, including the National Kitchen & Bath Association and the American Society of Interior Designers. As a CEDIA Outreach Instructor, she offers educational sessions and CEUs for design-build professionals. Recognized as a thought leader and award recipient, Briesemeister values her time outdoors, enjoying activities like hiking, gardening, yoga, and travel.
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