The ULI Northwest Women’s Leadership Initiative (WLI) Council in Portland, Oregon, is a cross disciplinary group of professionals from the private and public sectors involved in the real estate industry. The WLI mission is to provide opportunities to become actively involved in helping shape the region’s conversation in promoting the advancement of women throughout their careers, by both increasing the number of women who serve in leadership positions, and by increasing the visibility of women leaders in our region, industry and within ULI.

Committee Goals

Recruitment and Membership within ULI

• Assist ULI Northwest’s Membership Committee in increasing the percentage of women within the local membership.
• Provide recommendations and outreach to potential women for all ULI Northwest committee opportunities.
• Ensure that ULI Northwest’s leadership and management is filled with diverse female candidates.

Programming

• Assist ULI Northwest Committees to select women candidates for speaking and panel roles throughout the year.
• Curate programs for industry professionals that enhance the mission of WLI. These programs focus on one of the following areas:
  • Professional Development
  • Mentorship
  • Community Involvement
  • Networking
  • Education
  • Equality and Inclusiveness