2027 National Leadership Application Process
2027: National Leadership Team Officers & Elected Positions Process
Right now is when we begin laying the groundwork for our 2027 National Leadership Team officer & elected positions. Our application process will be open April 1st – June 30th. We encourage any interested members to carefully review the full Candidate Credentialing & Campaign Rules Policy and position descriptions in the Network Glossary. Below, we’ve provided a brief overview of the national positions available, along with a timeline. 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.
Available one-year term positions include President-elect, First Vice President, and Treasurer. Each year, three National Liaison positions are also available to represent each of the three geographical regions. Below is a short description of each position, full descriptions of positions can be found in the Network Glossary.
- National Liaisons shall oversee, support and promote the work of the Women’s Council in their respective regions, and work directly with state leadership, and local leadership (if there is no state network), and report to the Leadership Team to further the mission of the Council, in such matters as may be assigned to them.
- The Treasurer shall serve as chairperson of the Finance and Budget Committee and shall review financial matters of the Women’s Council monthly. The Treasurer shall report on the financial affairs of the Women’s Council to the Executive Committee and the Governing Board.
- The First Vice President approves the records and performs other such duties as are customary to the office, including acting as Secretary for the Governing Board and the Executive Committee when necessary.
- The President-elect shall perform the duties of the President in the event of the President’s disability or absence. This position automatically moves up to President.
As long as a member is in good standing, our bylaws permit them to run for national office. However, applying is just the first step in the process. Candidates must meet the position qualifications outlined in the Position Descriptions. The Candidate Credentialing and Campaign Rules Committee (CCCRC) will evaluate applicants based on preferred leadership qualities and experience defined in the Rules Policy. Prospective candidates should also review the expectations for each role to fully understand the commitment required for these positions within the Women’s Council of REALTORS®.
April 1 through June 30: Submission period
–Applications accepted for elected positions
Midyear Business Meeting 2025
–CCRC is elected or appointed
–CCRC Term of service begins the day following the Midyear Business meeting thru the following year at the adjournment of Midyear meeting (typically May to May)
On or before July 31
–Applicant background checks to be performed. Applicants to comply with requests for information within a one-week timeframe
On or before August 15
–CCCRC Chair to notify ineligible applicants
–Remaining eligible applicants to be invited to Candidate Bootcamp to meet final credentialing requirement.
September 14 through October 1
–Candidate Bootcamp held for final credentialing requirement
On or about October 1
–Notification & Confirmation of Candidates released by CCRC
–Candidates will be notified that campaigning must not begin until January 1 of the following year. Early campaigning can be potential terms for disqualification by the CCRC
–Campaign financial support can begin
November (National Conference)
–Candidates have the opportunity to address Governing Board in a short speech.
Midyear Business Meeting of the Election Year
–Candidate Forum/Q & A
–Election meeting
We are actively seeking members to apply for national leadership positions who are committed to moving the Mission & Vision of the Women’s Council forward. If you have any questions about the process, please email Jessica Apostle, japostle@wcr.org
Among the new qualifications this year we want to highlight that all 2027 National Candidate Applicants are required to take spokesperson training prior to submitting their application. Spokesperson training is being offered at the Midyear Meeting on Monday, June 2nd in Washington.
Eligible candidates for 2027 positions should SAVE THE DATE for Candidate Bootcamp, an in-person candidate training program between September 14 and October 1. Candidate Bootcamp is the final credentialing requirement. This program will only be available to candidates pending their background check and eligibility. Additional details will be shared after the application is submitted.
Check this page frequently for updates.