In today's changing marketplace - with demanding customers and tough competition - you can't do it alone. Not only do you need to be connected to the top professionals in the industry, but also to the cutting-edge training, real estate industry information and wealth-building strategies that will build your business and secure your future.

When you join Women's Council, you tap into powerful programs that yield tangible results for you and your business - as well as networking and referral opportunities at the national, state and local levels. Following are just a few of the benefits of belonging.

Networking and Referrals: Your Women's Council membership will open up a whole new world of networking opportunities through local chapter programs and special events. In addition, the backbone of our member network is our online Referral Center.

Each member receives a free Member Expertise Profile with color photo in the Referral Center to capture industry involvement and community leadership, as well as professional specializations, cities served and education. This is a free form of personal advertising that will be used to determine a member's area of expertise for referrals, speaking and interview opportunities, organization appointments and more. If you are already a member, simply log in now and visit Update My Member Expertise Profile.

Members can also enhance their Referral Center experience and really stand out from the competition with banner advertising.

At Women's Council, you'll experience a support system like no other. You'll belong to a network of 13,000 motivated real estate professionals who understand that you're never too experienced to learn something new or too successful to provide sound advice to your peers.

As the official voice of Women's Council, eConnect includes profiles of the most influential women in real estate, as well as the latest practical tips and techniques on growing your business. This digital newsletter is e-mailed to Council members monthly.

Performance Management Network:  As Women's Council's official REALTOR® designation, the Performance Management Network provides the real-world skills that you need to face an evolving market. Designed by some of real estate's best and brightest minds, our courses dig deep into the hot topics that are driving the market and shaping your business.

We will continue hosting our meetings on the first Wednesday of the month. The time will be from 11:30 AM to 1PM.  The cost for our lunches will be $25 for Realtor/Broker members.  Our meetings will be at Canyon Gate Country Club located at 2001 Canyon Gate Drive Las Vegas, NV 89117.  We will also be hosting our Annual Fashion Show so mark your calendars for Saturday, May 5th. Oh Yes… it is Kentucky Derby. If you are interested in helping with planning please contact me at 702-292-2352.

Thank you so much for taking the time to read this article and please know I welcome all comments and suggestions. Please visit www.wcr.org for further benefits and services offered through WCR membership. You can reach me at 702-292-2352 or email me at phyllisduran@aol.com.