Katie Couric, Rita Ferro honored at Gracies Leadership Awards Luncheon

NEW YORK -- The Gracies Leadership Awards Luncheon took place in New York City on Tuesday.

The Gracies recognize and celebrate the impact women have made in the media industry, and aim to embolden other female leaders.

Journalist Katie Couric was given the Icon Award.

Among the other honorees were leaders in television, music, production, and news, including Rita Ferro, the president of Global Advertising for the Walt Disney Company.

Disney is the parent company of ABC Owned Television Stations.