Women Communicators of Austin

We're proud to celebrate two WCA Peer Mentors recognized at this year's Banner Brunch Awards.

🏆 Paige Booth (left), recipient of the Gene Barnwell Waugh Mentor Award, has shared her marketing expertise as a WCA Peer Mentor since 2023, helping others grow with confidence.

🏆 Jacqueline Sinex (right), recipient of the Gladys Whitley Hearst Outstanding Member Award, is a respected Austin digital leader whose commitment to collaboration and mentorship reflects the best of WCA.

Together, they demonstrate the power of mentorship — leaders investing in the success of others.

Congratulations on these well-deserved honors, and thank you for helping make WCA a supportive and inspiring community.

Interested in becoming a mentor or mentee? The WCA Peer Mentor Program offers meaningful connections and professional growth opportunities.

Learn more at: https://ow.ly/aJl550ZcPsY

Kickstart your morning with purpose and connection at our next WCA Morning Mingle on June 26! Join us at BookPeople Coffee Shop for inspiring conversations, new friendships, and fresh ideas to fuel your day. Hear from Megan Hargrove, founder of The Unbuzzed Club and FreshOS, as she shares her journey of building a life and business on her own terms. Register today! https://ow.ly/XQ1F50ZbWCj

✨ Meet a Peer Mentor: Angel Leverett

Mentorship can make a lasting impact, especially when it comes from someone who leads with both strategy and heart.

Angel Leverett is the Vice President of Marketing & Communications at Austin Habitat for Humanity, where she leads strategic communications, brand management, media relations, and community engagement efforts across Central Texas. With more than a decade of experience in marketing, public relations, and nonprofit communications, she brings deep expertise in leadership, storytelling, and mission-driven brand strategy.

Angel is passionate about helping women grow into leadership roles, strengthen their professional voice, and build confidence in their careers. As a peer mentor, she is known for being supportive, practical, and honest, creating space for thoughtful conversations and meaningful growth.

If you are looking for a peer mentor who brings real-world leadership experience and a genuine commitment to helping others succeed, Angel is an incredible person to learn from.

👉 Apply for the WCA mentorship program and get matched: https://ow.ly/F8we50Z5XJF

If you're navigating a job search, the latest WCA Ask a Peer Mentor blog post offers practical advice from WCA mentors and leaders who hire, coach, and develop talent. Their message is clear: experience matters, but mindset matters even more.

Whether you're entering the workforce, making a career pivot, or helping others grow professionally, it's a worthwhile read.

You can read the blog here: https://ow.ly/8Yyg50Z94Al

Introducing the amazing women leading Women Communicators of Austin into 2026-27! They bring experience, heart, and a shared passion for empowering our community. Please join us in welcoming your new Board of Directors! 🎉

Join WCA for our next Morning Mingle featuring Megan Hargrove, founder of The Unbuzzed Club and FreshOS.

In this conversation-style workshop, “The Path Less Traveled: Building a Life and Business on Your Own Terms,” Megan will share insights on leadership, self-trust, and making aligned decisions, even when they don't make sense on paper, plus lead us in an interactive exercise to reflect on where we may be holding ourselves back.

Friday, June 26, 2026 | 9-10:30 am | BookPeople

RSVP for this free event: https://wcaustin.org/events/ #!event/2026/6/26/wca-morning-mingle

Don't forget: June Happy Hour is this Wednesday!

Sip and socialize with fellow professionals in a relaxed and welcoming setting. Plus, Postino is offering buy one, get one free drinks just for WCA attendees! 🥂

📍 Postino Bryker Woods, 1615 W 35th St, Austin, TX 78703
📅 Wednesday, June 3
⏰ 5:30–7:30 p.m.

RSVP for this free event: https://wcaustin.org/events/ #!event/2026/6/3/wca-happy-hour

It's not too late! You can still join us tomorrow, Saturday, May 30, for Banner Brunch 2026🌸 at Austin Central Library! There's still time to grab your ticket🎟️: https://wcaustin.org/events/banner-brunch/

Help us congratulate Riddhi Bora, recipient of the Jo Caldwell Meyer Scholarship. Riddhi’s dedication to communications and leadership at The University of Texas at Austin embodies the spirit of WCA—empowering women and championing the next generation of communicators.

We can’t wait to honor Riddhi, our award winners, and the vibrant Austin communications community. Let’s come together to celebrate excellence, leadership, and the power of women supporting women. 🌷🥂

Special thanks to our Leader Sponsors, FVF Law and Hot Dog Marketing and Premium Sponsors, Mat Pilates ATX and Sparker Works LLC, for making this event possible.

See you TOMORROW at Banner Brunch!

🌸 Banner Brunch 2026 is TOMORROW, Saturday, May 30! 🌸
📍 Austin Central Library
🎟️ Tickets: https://wcaustin.org/events/banner-brunch/

Women Communicators of Austin is proud to recognize Kimberly Brown of The University of Texas at Austin as the recipient of the Julie Tereshchuk Scholarship.

This scholarship honors emerging communicators who demonstrate talent, promise, and a commitment to the future of the profession. We are excited to celebrate Kimberly's achievements and support her continued growth as she prepares to make her mark in the communications field.

Join us tomorrow as we honor Kimberly, this year's award recipients, and the next generation of communications leaders. 👒🥂

Special thanks to our Leader Sponsors, FVF Law and Hot Dog Marketing and Premium Sponsors, Mat Pilates ATX and Sparker Works LLC, for making this event possible.

🌸 JOIN US FOR BANNER BRUNCH 2026: In Bloom 🌸
📍 Austin Central Library | 📅 Saturday, May 30, 2026
🎟️ Tickets: https://wcaustin.org/events/banner-brunch/

Please join us in congratulating Sarah Jane Farrell, recipient of the President’s Award at WCA’s Banner Brunch 2026!

Sarah Jane is Senior Marketing Manager at Livestrong, where she leads marketing and storytelling efforts focused on empowering cancer survivors. As Vice President of Communications for Women Communicators of Austin, she has helped strengthen WCA’s brand presence, improve strategic communications, and support greater engagement across the organization.

Known for her collaborative leadership and dedication to uplifting others, Sarah Jane consistently brings people together and helps ensure WCA’s communications reflect the strength and professionalism of its members.

Celebrate with us on May 30 as we honor award winners, scholarship recipients, and the incredible communications community across Central Texas — with brunch, connection, a silent auction, and fabulous hats included. 👒🥂

Special thanks to our Leader Sponsors, FVF Law and Hot Dog Marketing and Premium Sponsors, Mat Pilates ATX and Sparker Works LLC, for making this event possible.