WAYS TO SUPPORT WIE

Join WIE as an individual member by signing up for membership, which is priced at $25. This not only grants access to a vibrant network of professionals but also signifies a personal commitment to fostering diversity and inclusion within the exhibition industry.

Individuals and organizations can contribute to WIE's mission by becoming sponsors. This can take the form of financial donations or sponsoring specific events organized by WIE. By providing financial support, sponsors play a crucial role in facilitating the various programs and initiatives that empower women within the industry.

Companies can demonstrate their commitment to gender diversity by becoming a corporate member of WIE. Corporate memberships are tiered based on the size of the company, ranging from $500 to $1500. This not only provides valuable networking opportunities for employees but also aligns the company with a commitment to supporting women in the exhibition sector.

Sponsoring specific events organized by WIE is a targeted way to support the organization. Whether it's a networking event, a speaker series, or a workshop, sponsors contribute to the success of these initiatives and help create a platform for women to connect, learn, and grow.

Actively engage with WIE's mission by joining a committee. This hands-on involvement allows individuals to contribute their skills, expertise, and time towards specific initiatives and projects undertaken by WIE. Committee participation provides a direct way to shape and enhance the impact of the organization.

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Panel Parity: Shaping the Narrative

Illuminate our commitment to balanced representation. Join us in breaking barriers as we ensure that every panel reflects the rich tapestry of qualified, interested and available talent within our industry.

Mentorship Program: Guiding the Future

Step into a world of professional growth and collaboration. Our Mentorship Program connects experienced leaders with aspiring talent, fostering a culture of support and empowerment.

Virtual Speaker Series: A Platform for Inspiration

Immerse yourself in thought-provoking discussions. Our Virtual Speaker Series brings industry visionaries to provide their personal and professional journey, insights, trends, and inspiration from the forefront of entertainment.

Scholarship Program: Investing in Potential

Our Scholarship Program empowers deserving individuals with the resources to attend industry events and make a lasting impact in the world of exhibition.

Interested in becoming a member or a corporate sponsor? Learn more at WomenInExhibition.com

Yelena Makarczyk, known as Yelena Skye in her production endeavors, is truly the quintessential renaissance woman. Born and raised in Ukraine and some of the most far-flung regions of the Soviet Union, she arrived at UCLA as an international student at the tender age of 15. She learned English while rooming with other foreign students doing the same, creating bonds that have lasted a lifetime. She studied filmmaking, literature and linguistics, and soon after was part of a team that made an Emmy-winning documentary on the Romanov dynasty. Her multi-language skills organically cemented her career in localization. She became an expert in subtitling and dubbing in L.A.’s postproduction industry, known for having one of the most impressive rolodexes of translators anywhere.

You call yourself, above all, a “catalyst.”

Can you elaborate on that?

I have always straddled multiple aspects of filmmaking, from the conception, writing and production side, to the purely post-production realm. I know firsthand how essential it is to get both ends of the process right – even if little glamour attaches to the localization side of it. (Notice how there is no award for Best Subtitling at the Oscars? There should be.) Here’s a story that illustrates how essential that part of the process is: About a decade ago, I was contacted by an indie French filmmaker who had sunk virtually his last dime into making his movie, and when it came time to submitting it to an American film festival he hired the cheapest translator he could find. At the L.A. screening, there were several instances when the audience laughed