2026: National Leadership Team Officers & Elected Positions Process
Please note, that this article has been updated following the Executive Committee's approvals at the 2024 Midyear Meeting in May.
Right now is when we begin laying the groundwork for our 2026 National Leadership Team officer & elected positions. Our application process is officially open and we would encourage any interested members to carefully review the full Candidate Credentialing & Campaign Rules Policy and newly updated 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.
What national officer positions are available?
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, however, the full desired qualifications for each position can be found in Section O of the Candidate Credentialing & Campaign Rules Policy.
- 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.
What are the qualifications for each role?
Other than being a member in good standing, our bylaws allow any member to run for national office. Note, however, that applying is the first step in the process. The Candidate Credentialing and Campaign Rules Committee (CCCRC) will seek preferred leadership qualities and experience as outlined in the Rules Policy. Prospective candidates should also consider the expectations for each role before running to ensure they understand the commitment of these positions to the Women’s Council of REALTORS®.
What are the steps involved and the timeline?
March 1 through June 30: Submission period
--Applications accepted for Potential Candidates
--Campaign Teams of Potential Candidates notified to CCCRC
Midyear Business Meeting 2024
--Credentials process begins
--Potential Candidate names to be put forth at Regional Caucuses
July 1
--Potential Candidate background checks to be performed. Candidates to comply with requests for information within a one-week timeframe.
On or before September 1
--CCCRC Chair to notify ineligible applicants.
On or about October 1
--Notification & Confirmation of Eligible Candidates released by CCCRC
--Campaign financial support can begin, if desired (see guide for more details)
November (National Conference)
--Candidate Forum--Speeches
Midyear Business Meeting 2025
--Candidate Forum/Q & A
--Election meeting
Candidate Credentialing & Campaign Rules Policy
NOTE: At the 2024 Midyear Meetings, the executive committee approved recommendations from the Presidential Advisory Group on the Campaign Rules and Candidate Credentialing process. Additional details will be communicated soon and will only impact national candidate campaigning for the current election cycle. For questions please reach out to jsaltman@wcr.org.
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 Jamie Saltman, jsaltman@wcr.org.