Emerald Coast

Message From the President

Dear Members and Strategic Partners,

As we walk into another year of growing our leaders with intent and purpose, I am humbled and honored to serve as your President for the Women’s Council of Realtors Emerald Coast. Our mission is clear: to advance women as business leaders in the real estate industry and in the communities we serve. With this as our anchor, I look forward to continuing our journey of growth, connection, and equipping others to lead.

This year, our theme, Leading With Purpose, Leaving a Legacy, will be the foundation of everything we do. It reflects our commitment to unity, collaboration, and collective success as we strive to elevate one another and strengthen our network. While remembering the foundation that has been laid before us, we will embrace those that have lead us into this space and equip the next generation of leaders to stand on the shoulders of those who have come before us. Together, we will create opportunities that inspire personal and professional growth for everyone.

Below is the remarkable team of leaders working alongside me this year. Our team is passionate about making 2026 a year of unforgettable opportunities, intentional growth and meaningful impact to our communities. Here’s a peek into some of our key objectives for the year ahead:

Empowerment Through Leadership Development and Education
Membership Growth & Engagement from all areas of our local acossiation
Cultivate an Inclusive Culture Across Our Network
Achieve National Network Certification
Strengthen Collaboration through Strategic Partner Engagement and Membership Involvement

To our members, thank you for your dedication, passion, and commitment to the Women’s Council, we are excited to have you remain a part of something so contagiously strong and growing. Your energy and expertise are what drive our success. To our Strategic Partners, we deeply appreciate your support and investment in our mission. Together, we create a powerful force for change and advancement in our industry and we could do none of what we do without you. To those considering becoming members for the first time, we welcome you! You will always have a seat at our table.

As we leap into 2026, let us remember that we are all in this together and when we are Leading with Purpose amazing things happen. Let’s make this year one of purpose, impact, and growth.

With humble gratitude and excitement,
Wanda Jackson
2026 President, Women’s Council of Realtors Emerald Coast