Women’s Leadership Initiative

Applications are closed for the 2023 – 2025 WLI term. 

                                                                                                                        

The WLI Council is focused on the following goals:

  • Promote the Advancement of Women, throughout their Careers, as Leaders in the Real Estate Industry.

  • Increase the number of Women who serve in Leadership Positions in the Real Estate Industry and ULI.

  • Increase the Visibility of Women Leaders in the Real Estate Industry and ULI.

  • Increase the Number of Women who are Active Full Members, and Support the Development of Young Women Members as Leaders in ULI and in their Professions.

At the heart of our mission is a belief that our communities can only truly thrive if they are built on the foundations of diversity, inclusivity, and social equity. In short, our communities must work for everyone. 

Who is WLI?

The Women’s Leadership Initiative (WLI) was established in 2011 as a global program of the Urban Land Institute. Today it has an active global Steering Committee in addition to 40 chapters in numerous countries around the world. The global WLI leaders support local programming and initiatives, helping to increase both the number and visibility of more women leaders throughout ULI’s vast network.

The Orange County/Inland Empire WLI Council formed in 2015 and currently has 31 members working to fulfill the objectives of the Women’s Leadership Initiative. The WLI Council brings experience from the public, private and non-profit sectors in finance, legal, design, planning, engineering, development, construction, marketing, and title. Together they are working to raise the visibility of Women in Real Estate by recognizing their excellence and acknowledging their accomplishments. This is a council of peers, mentors, and mentees supporting each other as they advance the WLI mission.​

Invitation to Join

All genders are welcome to this council. The WLI Council year starts July 1st – meetings held quarterly.

Interested in visiting as a guest – please contact Katie Holst at [email protected].

All ULI members are eligible to be members. Full ULI Membership is required for Leadership and Mentor positions.

Annual dues are $150 per year, paid up in full at start of two year term.

The WLI is now hosting a job board featuring job openings at member companies and beyond. If you are a job seeker, check back regularly for updates.

WLI members looking to post positions should contact [email protected].

Meet the OC/IE WLI Council

See Our Success

WLI Job Board