Christine Bongard

Christine Bongard is the Founder & CEO of The WIT Network, a global nonprofit advancing women and their allies through leadership development, education, and community. A recognized technology and nonprofit executive, she brings more than 30 years of experience across the Microsoft and partner ecosystem, where she built and scaled businesses, led strategic alliances, and drove measurable growth.

Throughout her career - often as the only woman in the room - Christine developed a deep passion for creating spaces where women can connect, grow, and lead with confidence.Today, she leads a global community supporting thousands of members across industries and geographies, helping them transform experience into impact and confidence into influence.

Known for her warm, authentic, and direct style, Christine blends inspiration with practical, real-world insight. She is a sought-after speaker and leadership voice on topics including influence, sponsorship, career growth, and the evolving skills required to lead in today’s fast-changing workplace.

Her mission is simple but powerful: to ensure that every woman has the access, support, and opportunity to thrive and to lift others as they rise.