WCA Get Smart Conference

Austin’s Premier Conference for
Communications Professionals – Get Smart 2026

SAVE THE DATE!

 

Friday, October 16, 2026

at

KMFA Classical 89.5 Venue

KMFA Classical Radio Studio
41 Navasota Street
Austin, Texas 78702

 

Check out this video from past conference events for a sense of what makes it so special.

Video credit: Anacacho Productions

GET READY

Get Smart is a half-day professional development program featuring expert speakers on a range of Communications topics.

WHAT TO EXPECT

Networking — Speakers — Lunch — Collaboration — Swag — Door Prizes  

Registration Information Coming Soon

Questions? Contact the WCA Get Smart VP of Professional Development. Investing in Get Smart as a sponsor is a great way to connect with a network of intelligent and forward-thinking professionals. If you’re interested in learning more about sponsorship opportunities, please contact us!

2022 Get Smart Conference Photo
Get Smart Photo Speaker 2023 Meme Styles
WCA Get Smart Conference 2021
Get Smart Conference Photo 2023 Sara S

2026 Get Smart Event Agenda

8:00 a.m.
Venue opens for check-in

8:30 a.m.
Coffee, networking, light snacks 

Conference Starts at 9:00 a.m.

9:00 a.m. – 9:15 a.m.
Get Smart Conference Begins
Opening remarks and housekeeping

More details in development! Coming soon.

1:00 p.m.
Event Concludes +
After Party begins!

Please note that the conference agenda is subject to change without prior notice. While we make every effort to ensure the accuracy of the schedule, speakers, topics, and session times may be updated or modified as necessary.

 

PROGRAM & SPEAKER LINEUP

 

WCA Get Smart Conference 2021

TIME TO CONNECT

Morning Coffee & Networking

Come early to check-in and network with fellow WCA members, peers and community leaders! Check-in table opens at 8:00AM with coffee and light breakfast snacks. Programming starts at 9:00AM.

Central Machine Works Venue

AFTER PARTY

Mix & Mingle

Where: TBD

When: After Get Smart

Note: There is no cost to attend this after party event, but drinks & refreshments are self-pay.

WCA Hat Swag

EPIC GIVEAWAYS

We will have some swag and door prizes in store for our guests.

Stay tuned for fun items from our sponsors and the WCA crew.

SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

Putting on Get Smart requires the support of sponsors. Sponsorship is a great way to support your local business community, reach a large audience, and build goodwill. Women Communicators of Austin has over 250 members and over 1,800 newsletter subscribers, over 5,100 followers on Facebook, Instagram, & LinkedIn combined. We expect 75-100 attendees for the event.

Read About Sponsorship Levels Here

Our communicators ​have reach, authority, buying power, and influence!

We are offering companies the opportunity to be a Get Smart Conference event sponsor for a wide range of benefits:

  • A hyperlinked mention on the event website
  • A social media shoutout prior to the event
  • An intro and thank you at the event
  • A logo on shared screen with the next program topic/speaker at beginning and during transitions between sessions
  • A mention in the invitation, reminder, and wrap-up email

If you’re interested in becoming a Get Smart sponsor this year, please contact our VP of Sponsorship Kathleen Hackney.

THANKS TO OUR 2025 SPONSORS

If you’re interested in learning more about sponsorship opportunities, please contact VP of Development Kathleen Hackney .

WEBii - sponsor and supporter of WCA
Austin Habitat for Humanity ReStore - Sponsor and supporter of WCA
Mat Pilates ATX supports WCA Get Smart