July 2, 2026
Congratulations to our 2027 Leaders
Congratulations to our newly elected and appointed 2027 leaders. All of these important business matters and more were outcomes from our 2026 Midyear Meeting held in Washington, D.C. over June 15-18 earlier this month. Read the full recap.
Mission: Membership – Recruit to Win.
Mission: Membership is in full swing! This nationwide challenge is all about growing and strengthening Women’s Council networks through recruitment and member re-engagement.
Now through August 31, networks across the country are competing for the highest percentage of membership growth. The top-performing networks in each size category will earn a cash prize and national recognition.
Size Categories:
• Small: 20–40 members
• Large: 41–60 members
• Mega: 61+ members
Every new member. Every returning member. Every conversation counts.
It’s time to recruit, reconnect, and rise to the top.
Dues Change Form
Any network considering a change to its state or local dues amounts next year must follow National processes to ensure proper dues billing. National must be formally advised of new dues amounts, along with supporting documentation, by August 30.
2027 Officer Reporting Forms
Local & State Networks may begin reporting 2027 leaders on the appropriate form after holding elections. All reports must be submitted by September 30.
Open Applications
2028 National Leadership Application
Take the steps to learn about the 2028 National Leadership application process.
Leadership Institute
The Leadership Institute develops leaders with demonstrated potential through their local networks, with the goal of creating a nationwide network of industry experts actively involved in improving our Council.
Supporting Women of Real Estate Grant
The Supporting Women of Real Estate Grant provides local and state REALTOR® associations with an opportunity to receive funding to offer new and innovative programs that focus on advancing women within the real estate industry.
Upcoming Events
Achieving Excellence Series: The Power of Technology
July 13, 2026
10:00 – 11:00 a.m. CT
Technology done right makes leadership easier, communication clearer, and networks stronger. Join our 2026 National Liaisons, Ashley Almeida, Sarah Libengood, and Shauna Huisman, as they guide you through the national website. They will show you how to manage profiles, microsites, and various communication tools.
Achieving Excellence is FREE for all members. Registration required.
Network 360 Leadership Conference Registration is Open
August 19 – 21, 2026
Chicago, IL
This is an invitation-only event for 2027 Local Network Presidents, 2027 State Network Presidents, 2027 State Liaisons, and 2027 National Liaisons.
Registration and housing close on July 24.
National Conference Registration is Open
November 4 – 8, 2026
New Orleans, LA
Save money by registering at the Launch Rate through August 4
Join the Women’s Council of REALTORS® for an unforgettable conference experience focused on connection, growth, and inspiration. Held in conjunction with 2026 NAR NXT: The REALTOR® Experience.
Leadership Hub Reminder
The Leadership Hub is a dedicated resource designed exclusively for our nationwide network leaders at the Women’s Council of REALTORS®. Created with you in mind, the Leadership Hub serves as an on-demand training platform and a year-round roadmap to help you lead with clarity and confidence.
The Service Desk is now your first point of contact for customer service and support. This front-line, online system is designed to strengthen incident management and improve the leadership experience. It centralizes issue tracking, reduces the workload for network officers, and helps us quickly identify and communicate concerns through a single, efficient ticketing system.
NOTE: You must be logged in to wcr.org to access the Leadership Hub. Only network leaders who have been reported to National will have access to this page.
Next Steps: LID Process
Timeframe: July – August 10, 2026
Thank you to everyone who submitted a Leadership Identification & Development (LID) application!
Beginning in July, all submissions will be compiled and shared with each State President (or State Leader in areas without a State President). From there, the applications will be reviewed by the state’s Leadership Identification & Development Committee.
Each state may recommend up to 10 applicants for national volunteer opportunities. Recommendation forms will be available to State Presidents in early July.
Thank you for your willingness to serve Women’s Council. We appreciate your commitment to leadership and look forward to the next step in the process.