National Conference

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Open to all with a ticket.

Master the essential skills needed to navigate real estate negotiations with confidence in any market. Learn to set clear expectations, craft strong offers, and effectively manage common negotiation challenges such as pricing, inspections, contingencies, and financing. Strengthen your ability to advocate for your clients, communicate value, and influence outcomes in both buyer and seller scenarios. Walk away with practical tools to consistently achieve successful results and build lasting client trust.

This course counts as credit towards the PMN designation. Ticket sales will remain open until the event ends at 6:30 on 11/4. Based on availability.

Instructor: Carrie Little, PMN

Early Bird Rate Through 9/30: $149

Regular Rate 10/1 – onsite: $169

Refund policy:  Submit a written request for a refund no later than October 14th.  No refund will be given after this date.

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Is this your first time attending a national conference? Join this orientation session to get acquainted with the venue, learn about the schedule, and meet other newcomers. Our Women’s Council community is excited to welcome you!

Open to all with a ticket.

• Free event access is available to members who pay PMN designee and candidate annual fees & are registered for the conference as either WCR Only or Premier Access. Be sure to stop by the WCR registration desk to pick up your free ticket.
• Guest tickets are available for purchase for non-PMN designees and candidates.
• Awards presented to new PMN designees who earned their designation between June-November 2026!
• If you are not yet a PMN Candidate and are interested in learning more about the designation, now is the perfect time. By becoming a PMN candidate, you can save on your ticket fee for this event and gain access to our exclusive PMN network. Learn more here!

Early Bird Rate Through 9/30: $25
Regular Rate 10/1 – onsite: $30

Refund policy: Submit a written request for a refund no later than October 17. No refund will be given after this date.

Coffee, tea and pastries will be available from 7:30 – 8:30 a.m., program starts at 8:00 a.m.

Grab a coffee and pastry and then get ready to start your day with our Conference Welcome and keynote speaker, Colleen Hauk!

The 2-Minute Test: Speak with Impact, Own Every Moment

Can you lead the room in under two minutes? In this bold, interactive session, speaker and presence expert, Colleen Hauk, challenges attendees to command attention, deliver with authority, and turn their voice into impact.  Witness the “2-Minute Test,” a live coaching experience where selected participants deliver brief talks and receive on-the-spot coaching that sparks real transformation.  Whether you’re facilitating a meeting, advocating for your association, or delivering a presentation, you’ll walk away with practical tools that separate the forgettable from the unforgettable.

Key Outcomes
– Increase your influence by making intentional shifts in how you show up when it matters most.
– Earn trust and credibility faster in high-stakes conversations, meetings, and presentations.
– Communicate with clarity and confidence so your message moves people to action.

Colleen Hauk

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Colleen Hauk is a powerhouse keynote speake, executive coach, bestselling author, and communication expert who transforms the way leaders show up—with presence, clarity, and influence. With 25 years of leadership experience, including 15 as a corporate executive, Colleen blends real-world credibility with an energetic, inspiring style that moves audiences from insight to immediate action.

Three Concurrent Sessions

Brought to you by your National Liaisons, gather with your region and discuss current issues of interest that will provide you a road map of everything exciting and new at Women’s Council.

Join us for a special celebration of the remarkable accomplishments of Women’s Council as we recognize our Certified Networks and 2026 Leadership Institute Class!

The Opportunity and Growth Committee’s role is expanding Women’s Council’s reach and fostering a diverse and inclusive leadership environment. With a focus on leadership and talent identification, the committee aims to cast a wider net to identify emerging leaders and cultivate their potential within our membership.

Friday, November 6, 2026 

6:00 p.m. – 9:15 p.m. 

Join Women’s Council for the installation of 2027 National President, Carolyn Altman, PMN and the national leadership team: President-Elect, Kim Sitton, PMN; First Vice President, Charmaine Hickey, PMN; and Treasurer, Eileen Oldroyd, PMN and National Liaisons. This will be an elegant evening of celebration.  Attire: Formal wear is recommended.  

Carolyn Altman, PMN
2027 National President

Ticket Pricing:
Early Bird Rate Through 9/30
Tables of 10 – $1,450
Individual Tickets – $150

Regular Rate 10/1-10/22
Individual Tickets – $160

• Schedule: 6:00 – 6:45 p.m. Reception, 7:00 – 9:15 p.m. Dinner/Program & Afterparty immediately following.
• Ticket sales close at midnight on October 22. No tickets will be sold after this date.
• Seating is assigned on a best-available basis. To sit with specific people, all tickets must be purchased in one order. Individual seating requests cannot be accommodated.
• Tickets will be issued under the purchaser’s name. For group orders, the purchaser is responsible for picking up and distributing all tickets.
• Tickets may be picked up at the WCR registration desk or at Will Call on the night of the event.
• For special dietary needs, contact events@wcr.org by October 22. Vegetarian meals will be available upon request at the event.

Refund Policy: Written requests for refunds must be submitted by October 14. No refunds will be issued after this date.

Meet in the hotel lobby at 7:00 am for a brisk walk with your Women’s Council friends.

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9:00 a.m. – Governing Board Sign in

Meet the Candidates for 2028 Leadership Team.

National Governing Board Members: 2026 National Leadership Team, Past National Presidents, 2026 National Liaisons, 2026 Executive Committee, 2026  State Presidents & State Liaisons.