This newsletter is intended for the leaders of Women's Council. This important information should be read thoroughly and shared with your local members as needed.
Edition 4-2024 | March 28, 2024
Final Renewal Reminders for Past Due Members
March 31 is the last day for past due members to pay their outstanding balance! Log into wcr.org and click My Account, then click Invoices to begin the renewal process. All members who do not renew by March 31 will be dropped from rosters and will have a $35 reinstatement fee.
Note for leaders, your network builder will look different on April 1 after the drop takes place.
2024 Midyear Business Meeting Voter Eligibility
The 2024 Midyear Business Meeting Election is taking place in Washington, D.C on Wednesday, May 8, 2024. You must register by April 24 at 11:59 pm Central Time to be eligible to vote. Register here
Eligible voting delegates include all members of the National Governing Board* and 2024 Local Presidents.
Communication Notice: All voter information, including links for voting day, will be sent to the email address associated with your wcr.org login. If you need to update your email, the deadline is April 24, 2024.
Unsure about when you vote? Use our simple infographic.
Unable to Attend Elections at Midyear Meeting?
Designated Alternate Voter Procedures and Timelines
State and Local Presidents – if for any reason you are not able to attend the 2024 Midyear Business Meeting and vote at the Election, you may designate your voting privileges to another member of your network in good standing. You must provide an authorization notice using the designated alternate voter form AND ensure the alternate is registered for the Midyear Meeting by April 24 at 11:59 pm Central Time for the alternate to be eligible to vote.
- This is the only formal notice we will give to networks about designated alternate voters.
- We do not accept emails or telephone calls outlining designated alternate voters.
- The purpose of the Election is to elect the national leaders of the Council - President-elect, First Vice President, Treasurer, and three National Liaisons.
- The Delegate and/or Alternate must hold REALTOR® or REALTOR®-ASSOCIATE membership and also be a current member in your network. Please review National Bylaws Article X for the full details.
- If you have questions about this, please send them in writing to Jaclyn Flores, jflores@wcr.org. Title subject line “Delegate Alternate Voting Question” so that we may efficiently assist you and please be specific in your request and provide as much detail as possible (your name, network name, etc).
- All election policies must be followed strictly and in writing and no on-site informalities are allowed.
Webinar TODAY! Automate Your Business to Increase Efficiency
March 28 | 1:30 pm Central with Shay Hata
Would you like to have more free time? Shay will share her tips and tricks to automate communication with buyers and sellers so they feel like you're holding their hand every step of the way while you free up time to focus on other activities. We'll discuss different CRM’s to help determine the right CRM for you, using Google Forms to conduct intake interviews with new buyers and sellers, and automating the tasks associated with each transaction. She will demonstrate how to set up different automated communication techniques for buyers and sellers including email, video, drip campaigns, reports and more. Learn how to increase your production while working smarter, not harder.
Next Town Hall Meeting: April 23, 2024
Our second Town Hall Meeting with the 2024 Leadership Team will be held on April 23rd at 12:30 pm Central. Make plans to join us and connect with the leadership team on zoom!
Mark your calendar and register today.
Become a National Volunteer in 2025
Encourage your members to fill out the Leadership Identification & Development application for 2025. Everyone received this article in Council Corner eNews with all of the details earlier this month. The application period ends on May 31, 2024.
2026 Leadership Team Process
Our application process to be part of the 2026 Leadership Team is officially open, and we would encourage any interested members to carefully review the full Candidate Credentialing & Campaign Rules Policy. We look forward to collaborating with leaders who are dedicated to the Mission & Vision of Women's Council and are eager to further develop the professional advancement of women in the industry. The application period ends on May 31, 2024.
The Latest Resources from NAR
NAR President Kevin Sears shares an update on the association's settlement agreement to resolve home seller litigation and highlights NAR's ongoing work to advocate for members and consumers.
NAR members can continue to access the latest information about the settlement on facts.realtor.
2024 Supporting Women of Real Estate Grant Program: Now Open!
The National Association of REALTORS® and the Women’s Council of REALTORS® are offering a strategic partnership with local and state REALTOR® associations to organize one-day conferences with a focus on women in real estate.
The Supporting Women of Real Estate Grant provides local and state REALTOR® associations with the opportunity to receive funding to provide new and innovative programs focused on advancing women in the real estate industry. The goal of this program is to inspire women professionals to take on greater leadership roles in both business and organized real estate. The application period ends on June 14, 2024.
Our PMN Fast Track Promo is ending on March 31!
Save money by attending our upcoming, highly discounted, virtual course (save $100 vs. live national offerings). We've added new PMN courses, webinars & Hiveologie courses to our calendar!
Additionally, during this time, we have eliminated the track requirements - So you only need to login and pay for the application, and complete 3 courses to earn your PMN Designation. What are you waiting for? Apply today!
Upcoming National PMN Course Offerings to share with your members!
- May 6 (Washington, DC) - Successful Communication: Speaker & Spokesperson Training
- May 7 (Washington, DC) - PMN Pop-Up Course: Breaking Barriers - Women in Leadership
2024 Mastermind Groups - Secure your spot today!
Women's Council Masterminds are groups of peers who meet once a quarter on Zoom to brainstorm, share knowledge, offer support, do business and NETWORK! If any of your local members have an interest in Global, Commercial, Broker/Owner and/or Business Building topics, encourage them to sign up for one or multiple groups to take advantage of this exclusive membership benefit.
NEXT UP!
Commercial Mastermind: March 28, 2:00 pm CT
Officer Travel Requests
Are you inviting a 2024 Leadership Team member to attend your state or local event? Please use our Jotform to submit your request! We will review and reply to your request within a week.
Midyear Meeting Registration is OPEN
Registration is open for the Midyear Meeting in Washington, D.C. Get the details and make plans to join us from May 7-9, 2024 at the newly renovated Westin Washington, DC Downtown.
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