Cox Enterprises: Presenting Partner of WIT Connect 2025

Women In Technology (WIT) is proud to announce Cox Enterprises as the Presenting Partner of WIT Connect 2025, one of Atlanta’s most powerful events celebrating and supporting the advancement of women and girls in the field of technology.

Cox Enterprises has a long-standing commitment to innovation, equity, and community impact—values that align perfectly with WIT’s mission to educate, equip, and empower women and girls to excel in technology careers. As the Presenting Partner of WIT Connect, Cox is playing a key role in helping to shape technology’s future by investing in tomorrow’s talent.

WIT Connect is a signature networking and fundraising event that brings together Georgia’s top technology leaders, companies, and rising professionals for an evening of purpose and connection. The funds raised directly support WIT programs like WIT Girls, WIT Campus, and WIT Single Mothers—providing critical resources, education, and career access for women and girls across Georgia.

“We are incredibly proud to be the title sponsor of WIT Connect in 2025. Our commitment to fostering innovation and empowering future leaders aligns seamlessly with WIT, and this is a pivotal event that supports what we all aim to do: advance women in STEM.”

– Carolyn Pleiss, Senior VP and CIO for Cox Enterprises, and WIT Board Member.

Cox Enterprises: Empowering Futures Through WIT

Cox Enterprises continues to demonstrate the true meaning of partnership by investing in the next generation of technology leaders—especially through their support of WIT’s Single Mothers Program. One shining example of this impact is Kasius “Kash” Williams, a program graduate who secured a role at Cox and has thrived within their IT department.

Last year, Kash was honored as a WIT Awards Finalist, recognized for her innovation, leadership, and inspiring journey from student to professional. Her story is a powerful reminder of how corporate support can change lives and elevate underrepresented talent in tech.

Read more about Kash’s journey and the role Cox played in supporting her success: Read the article here

Meet the Cox Enterprises Executive IT Team at WIT Connect

This year, Cox Enterprises is bringing an incredible lineup of IT leaders to the WIT Connect Executive Auction. The winning bidder will receive an exclusive in-person meeting at Cox’s corporate office with members of their executive IT leadership team:

Fred Anochie – Vice President, Enterprise Platforms
Brian Cox – Chief Information Security Officer
Rex Hancock – Vice President, Team Member Experience
Adam Nice – Vice President, Data, Intelligent Automation & AI
Carolyn Pleiss – Chief Information Officer

This is a rare opportunity to connect directly with some of Georgia’s most forward-thinking technology leaders. Their top priorities include:

Application Development (Software, Services, Staffing)
Security & Compliance (Software/Hardware, Services, Staffing)
Data & Analytics (Software, Services, Staffing)
AI & Emerging Technologies (Software, Services, Staffing)

This auction package offers invaluable face time, insights, and relationship-building with decision-makers who are shaping the future of technology at Cox.

About Cox Enterprises

Cox Enterprises is a global company with 50,000 employees and $23 billion in revenue. As a values-driven, family-led private corporation with four generations of leadership, Cox has the freedom to invest in long-term growth and innovation. Through its major divisions—Cox Communications and Cox Automotive—Cox is a national leader in both the communications and automotive industries. Recognized brands under the Cox umbrella include Autotrader, Kelley Blue Book, and Cox Homelife.

About Women In Technology (WIT)

Women in Technology (WIT) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to addressing the underrepresentation and challenges women and girls face in technology. WIT empowers women and girls to excel from the classroom to the boardroom by providing education, exposure, and experience. Our programs are designed to ensure a diverse tech talent pipeline, challenge stereotypes, and bring about significant change in the industry.

With a global membership of over 37,000 and a team of more than 250 volunteers, WIT delivers professional development and networking opportunities to our members and offers free programs to over 4,000 students.

Committed to making Georgia the state with the highest percentage of women in the STEM workforce, WIT partners with the community to provide opportunities that support women throughout their education and careers.