named programs · 3 · from sources
What they call their work
Annual Spring and Fall Conferences
Networking and professional development events held in Albany and downstate New York for industry women
Leadership Development
Board and committee roles within WICE provide leadership experience; members serve in structured roles such as President, Secretary, and Conference Chair
Member Spotlight Series
Regularly published interviews highlighting the careers and experiences of women in energy and communications, aimed at inspiration and visibility
activities · 4 groups
What they do
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Professional Networking Events 2 activities
- Hosts semiannual professional conferences for women in communications and energyOrganizes spring and fall conferences across New York State, including in Albany and both upstate and downstate regions, to provide networking, learning, and dialogue opportunities on leadership, industry challenges, and work-life balance. Events include panel discussions, personal narratives, and interactive sessions for over 1,000 professionals.
- Provides professional development and networking opportunitiesOffers a range of member-exclusive events, including facility tours, educational webinars, and access to job postings, to support career advancement for women in communications and energy sectors. Serves a network of approximately 1,400 individual members across New York State.
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Donated Attire Distribution 1 activity
- Conducts community outreach and charitable initiativesCollects gently used women's clothing and accessories for donation, raises funds through raffles, and partners with nonprofit organizations to support professional women in need and promote community giving.
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Women's Leadership & Career Advancement Networks 1 activity
- Operates a mentorship program for women in the energy industryRuns a structured mentoring program that supports the professional development of emerging women leaders in the energy sector, facilitating cross-generational dialogue and career advancement for employees of member organizations.
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Business Member Promotion Services 1 activity
- Produces content and visibility for women in the sectorHighlights women and projects within member organizations through blog features and member spotlights, promoting recognition and professional visibility in the communications and energy industries.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2023
revenue
Total revenue$58K
Contributions & grants——
Program service revenue$58K100%
Investment income——
Other revenue—
expenses
Total expenses$46K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits—
Grants paid out$1K
balance sheet
Total assets$46K
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Investments—
Liabilities—
Net assets$46K
2 years on record · 2022–2023 · YoY revenue +10.4%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2023
Who runs it
board members · 7
- AMBER SISSON — BOARD MEMBER
- JALILA AISSI — BOARD MEMBER
- JOY ZIMBERLIN — BOARD MEMBER
- KARA KREUGER — BOARD MEMBER
- MELISSA REESE — BOARD MEMBER
- RACHEL FRIEDMAN — BOARD MEMBER
- TABITHA ROBINSON-ZOGBY — BOARD MEMBER
relationships · 23
Who they work with
- Alliance for Clean Energy NY Partner — Organization represented in WICE Board-level membership.
- Avangrid Partner — Partner organization featured on WICE's website under "Where we work"
- Barclay Damon LLP Partner — Organization represented in WICE Board-level membership.
- Bottomless Closet Partner — Organization receiving clothing donations and fundraising support from WICE events.
- CSz Boston Partner — Partnered to deliver an interactive networking session at the WICE Winter Conference 2026.
- Con Edison Partner — Multiple leadership team members are employed by Con Edison, indicating organizational alignment or collaboration.
- Consolidated Edison Partner — Organization represented in WICE Board-level membership.
- Couch White, LLP Partner — Leadership team includes a partner at Couch White, LLP, indicating professional affiliation.
- Dress for Success Partner — Organization receiving clothing donations and fundraising support from WICE events.
- Energy and Power Research Institute Partner — Organization represented in WICE Board-level membership.
- Girls Incorporated Partner — Partner organization for volunteering initiatives in New York.
- Harris Beach PLLC Partner — Host organization of WICE member and collaborator in energy industry legal and regulatory matters.
- Interfaith Partnership for the Homeless Partner — Partner organization for volunteering initiatives in New York.
- March of Dimes Partner — Partner organization for volunteering initiatives in New York.
- Meals on Wheels Partner — Partner organization for volunteering initiatives in New York.
- Memberplanet Partner — Uses Memberplanet to manage membership profiles and processing.
- NYS Reforming Energy Vision Government — Conference topics highlight the NYS Reforming Energy Vision, indicating alignment with or focus on this state initiative.
- National Grid Partner — Organization represented in WICE Board-level membership.
- New York Independent System Operator Network — NYISO is a member organization of WICE, enabling employee participation in WICE events and activities
- New York Power Authority Partner — Leadership team includes a member employed at NYPA, suggesting professional ties between the organizations.
- New York Power Authority Partner — Organization represented in WICE Board-level membership.
- New York State Public Service Commission Partner — Organization represented in WICE Board-level membership.
- Robson Woese, Inc. Partner — Organization represented in WICE Board-level membership.
strategies · 3
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Peer Dialogue for Professional Advancement 79 orgsmethodology: peer_dialogue_for_advancementBy fostering structured dialogue among women at all career levels, we produce greater self-development and professional advancement because peer exchange normalizes challenges, builds confidence, and enables knowledge transfer across experience levels.shared approach: Networked Advancement →
- Workforce Pipeline Development 79 orgsmethodology: workforce_development_pipelineBy prioritizing the recruitment, selection, and development of women, we increase gender representation in the utility industry because targeted investment in early and mid-career stages builds a sustainable pipeline of talent.shared approach: Networked Advancement →
- Member-Driven Development Model 19 orgsmethodology: member-driven_programmingBy designing programs and conferences based on member feedback, we produce higher engagement and relevance because the content reflects actual needs and priorities of women in the industry, increasing ownership and sustained participation.shared approach: Member-Driven Co-Creation →