Amanda Sawney

Meet Amanda Sawney, a dynamic force in the marketing and communications landscape who has been transforming brands and driving innovation for over 15 years. At the heart of her impressive career lies a profound commitment to media, entertainment, and the advancement of diversity, inclusion, and women's leadership.

As the Senior Vice President of Marketing and Communications at The WICT Network, Amanda orchestrates powerful marketing strategies that amplify the organization's mission, wielding her expertise in digital marketing to create meaningful impact. Her strategic vision and leadership continue to shape the organization's narrative and reach.

Before this role, Amanda left an indelible mark at SiriusXM and Pandora as Senior Manager of Partnership Marketing. There, she masterfully crafted integrated marketing strategies that not only elevated brand visibility but also catalyzed growth through strategic partnerships and high-impact industry events. Her dedication to fostering inclusive workplaces shone through her active involvement in employee resource groups, including the Women's group, Black Leadership Advisory Council (BLAC), and the National Leadership Committee for Mixtape.

A proud alumna of McKinsey Academy's prestigious Management Accelerator program, Amanda's expertise extends to steering communications and marketing initiatives for global associations, where she consistently demonstrated her talent for maximizing organizational impact through strategic communications and creative execution.

This New York native's academic foundation is as impressive as her professional achievements, holding a Bachelor of Arts in Communications and Journalism from Howard University and a Master of Arts in Corporate Communications and Public Relations from Georgetown University. Amanda maintains active engagement with industry-leading organizations, including the Georgetown Entertainment Media Alliance (GEMA), National Association for Multi-ethnicity in Communications (NAMIC), and ColorComm, continuing to champion diversity in communications.