The WIT Network

What The WIT Network does

The WIT Network is a US-based 501(c)(3) non-profit organization founded in 2018 and headquartered in Cedar Knolls, New Jersey, that operates a global membership community for women and their allies. As of 2026 the organization reports 14,000-15,000+ members across 80-83 countries and 60+ active local communities, and it was rebranded from "Women in Technology (WIT)" to "We Ignite Transformation" to broaden its mission beyond technology into all industries. The core product is a member management platform (powered by MemberLeap) layered with curated programming: a free Community tier and a $195/year Core individual tier, a corporate seat-based membership ladder (Corporate 25 at $1,750 to Premier 10,000+ at $60,000+), the annual Igniting Excellence conference, ATHENA Leadership Circles (in partnership with ATHENA International), Connect Mentoring Circles, Ignite Insights webinars, Transform Skills Studios workshops, and an exclusive IBM SkillsBuild integration providing 1,000+ courses in 20 languages with IBM-recognized credentials.

The revenue model is a hybrid of individual subscriptions, corporate seat-based subscriptions, conference and sponsorship revenue, and tax-deductible donations including a Women's History Month scholarship campaign targeting 1,500 women. Distribution is split between self-serve individual signups via the website and direct enterprise sales to corporate buyers, with named enterprise customers including IBM, Microsoft, PwC, Lenovo, Sony, Blackbaud, BMC Software, Ingram Micro, Insight, TD SYNNEX, and others. The organization is led by Co-Founder and CEO Christine Bongard, supported by a small team of approximately five people including a fractional CMO/IBM SkillsBuild Program Manager, a Programs Manager, a Membership Concierge, and a Sales Administrator, with strategic advisory from former tech executives.

The underlying technology stack is a third-party member management platform (MemberLeap) integrated with IBM's SkillsBuild learning environment; the organization does not develop proprietary AI/ML or core infrastructure. Strategic alliances with IBM SkillsBuild, ATHENA International, Microsoft, and IAMCP provide content, credentialing, and channel reach. As a non-profit, The WIT Network does not have external equity investors, a parent entity, or disclosed financial statements, and ownership is characterized as founder-led governance under a board structure.

Name

The WIT Network

Legal name

The WIT Network

Website

https://thewitnetwork.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2018

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

The WIT Network is a US-based 501(c)(3) non-profit membership community for women and allies, offering individual and corporate membership tiers, leadership and mentoring programs, an annual conference, and IBM SkillsBuild credentialing, serving 14,000+ members across 80+ countries.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Professional Community and Membership Organization

NAICS

Professional Organizations (81392), Business Associations (813910)

SIC

Services-Membership Organizations (8600), Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Mentoring, Coaching, Alumni Networking & Peer Support Platforms (EDAFAMAN)

akta.pro secondary industry

Professional & Business Networking Communities (MPACAJAB)

Keywords

• Women in technology
• Professional community membership
• Leadership development programs
• Corporate membership tiers
• Career mentoring circles

Headquarters

HQ city

Cedar Knolls

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Individual Membership Fees: Core annual memberships at $195/year or $20/month. Community membership free with limited access.
2. Corporate Membership Fees: Tiered corporate memberships from Corporate 25 ($1,750) to Premier 10,000 ($60,000+). Organizations pay annually for employee access.
3. Donations and Scholarships: 501(c)(3) non-profit organization accepting tax-deductible donations. Women's History Month scholarship campaign targeting 1,500 women.
4. Conference Revenue: Igniting Excellence annual conference generates revenue through ticket sales and corporate sponsorships. On-demand replay passes sold at $79.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

The WIT Network is a global non-profit membership community that provides women and allies with educational programs, leadership development, mentorship, and networking opportunities. It sells tiered individual and corporate memberships, delivers structured programs such as the ATHENA Leadership Circles and IBM SkillsBuild curriculum, and runs an annual conference plus 60+ local chapters worldwide.

Product overview

The WIT Network is a global nonprofit organization offering a community-powered platform for women and allies, operating primarily as a membership-based organization with individual and corporate membership tiers. The product portfolio includes ATHENA Leadership Circles (a 10-week virtual leadership program in partnership with ATHENA International), the annual Igniting Excellence Conference (flagship in-person event), IBM SkillsBuild partnership (1,000+ technology courses), mentoring circles, webinars (Ignite Insights), workshops (Transform Skills Studios), and local community events across 60+ global communities. Individual membership includes Core ($195/year) and Community (free) tiers, while corporate membership offers tiered plans from 25 to 10,000+ members. The organization also runs a Women's History Month Scholarship Campaign providing 1,500 scholarships for women in career transition.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• ATHENA Leadership Circles A 10-week virtual leadership development program designed to empower women leaders through eight guiding principles of the ATHENA Leadership Model, featuring live sessions, guest speakers, and interactive group discussions led by certified ATHENA facilitators.
• Igniting Excellence Conference An annual flagship conference held in San Diego bringing together women and allies in technology, leadership, and business for keynotes, workshops, mentoring, and networking experiences.
• IBM SkillsBuild Program A world-class educational initiative in partnership with IBM providing 1,000+ online courses covering AI, cybersecurity, data analytics, cloud, UX design, and workplace readiness, offering IBM-branded digital credentials exclusively for Core and Corporate members.
• Core Individual Membership Full-access individual membership providing complete access to webinars, workshops, mentoring circles, local community events, and preferred pricing for conferences and special events, priced at $195/year or $20/month.
• Community Membership (Free) Free membership tier offering select access to webinars and special programs, opportunities to connect through select programs and experiences, and access to program updates and discounted opportunities.
• Corporate Membership Plans Organizational membership plans available in multiple tiers (Corporate 25, 50, 100, 250, 500 and Premier 1,000, 2,000, 5,000, 10,000+) providing team access to all programs, community, and experiences with pricing ranging from $1,750 to custom quotes.
• Local Community Events In-person networking events organized through 60+ active global communities across North America, Latin America, EMEA, and Asia Pacific, including cities such as Austin, NYC, Seattle, Toronto, London, Singapore, and Sydney.
• Women's History Month Scholarship Campaign A fundraising initiative providing 1,500 scholarships for women who are unemployed, returning to the workforce, or navigating career disruption, funding full membership access including education, mentorship, professional networks, and community support.

Quantifiable outcome

• 800+ women have completed ATHENA Leadership program
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers17 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature2 records

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• IBM SkillsBuildcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerExclusive partnership bringing IBM SkillsBuild curriculum to WIT Network members. Provides 1,000+ courses in 20 languages covering AI, cybersecurity, data analytics, cloud, UX design, and workplace readiness. IBM-branded digital credentials recognized across industries. Available exclusively to Core and Corporate members.
• ATHENA InternationalcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerExclusive partnership delivering ATHENA Leadership Circles - a 10-week virtual leadership development program based on 8 guiding principles. Over 800 women have completed the program. Built on ATHENA International's 40-year history developing women leaders.
• Tech MahindraminorGTM or Marketing PartnerEvent venue host for Bellevue/Seattle/Washington community event. Provides garden-court community setting for member meetup.
• NobleOne ConsultantsminorGTM or Marketing PartnerEvent sponsor providing special gifts for early bird attendees at Bellevue/Seattle community event.
• MicrosoftcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPremier corporate member, major event sponsor, and strategic ecosystem partner. Supports WIT Network's mission to advance women in technology across the Microsoft partner ecosystem.
• CanvaminorGTM or Marketing PartnerCreative tools partner providing design capabilities for WIT Network marketing and member resources.
• IAMCPminorGTM or Marketing PartnerInternational Association of Microsoft Channel Partners collaboration for member networking and professional development.
• Ultimate PartnerminorGTM or Marketing PartnerMicrosoft partner ecosystem collaboration for member resources and professional development.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• AnitaB.org: Nonprofit organization focused on women in computing through conferences (Grace Hopper), training, and community; comparable as a women-in-tech membership/conference nonprofit serving similar enterprise sponsors.
• Women Who Code: Global nonprofit community advancing women in technology through local chapters, mentorship, and technical programming; comparable in mission, community-led GTM, and chapter-based global footprint to The WIT Network.
• Girls in Tech: Global nonprofit with chapters and programs supporting women in technology via education, mentorship, and career programs; directly comparable mission and chapter-network structure.

Others

• The National Association of Women Business Owners (NAWBO): Membership organization for women business owners offering networking, advocacy, and education across local chapters; comparable as a tiered women-focused professional association with chapter-network model.

Broad incumbents

• Catalyst: Established nonprofit focused on workplace inclusion for women with research, advisory, and corporate memberships; comparable as a higher-end, corporate-funded DEI/membership nonprofit targeting enterprise DEI leaders.
• AAUW (American Association of University Women): Long-established nonprofit advancing women through education, leadership, and STEM programs; broadly comparable as a multi-tier membership nonprofit with corporate and individual supporter programs.
• National Center for Women & Information Technology (NCWIT): Nonprofit coalition advancing women in computing through academic and industry partnerships; comparable as an institutional women-in-tech nonprofit with corporate membership model.

Emerging players

• Lean In Circles (Lean In): Community-based women leadership platform organizing peer Circles, education, and corporate partnerships; comparable as a peer-support and leadership development community rather than a tech-specific chapter network.
• Girl Develop It: Nonprofit providing coding workshops and learning communities for women; comparable as a niche women-in-tech education and community organization with chapter-based learning events.
• Black Girls in Tech: Nonprofit focused on representation and career advancement for Black women in technology through mentorship and events; comparable as a community-driven, women-in-tech nonprofit with membership programming.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/thewitnetwork

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles9 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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