Each year, WHF puts on over a dozen events designed to respond to members' interests. Events range from panels to tours, large luncheons to small brown bags, parties to professional skill workshops. Events are held mornings, lunch hours and evenings.
Our programs feature state and local elected and appointed officials, financial institution executives, community-based and private real estate developers, and architects and planners, among others. We provide substantive programming with a unique view to an issue or idea. While we welcome both women and men, we make an effort to showcase women who are doing interesting work and providing access to mentors across generations and experience levels for women.
We strive to create a sense of intimacy and access at our events, without a sense of exclusivity. Members readily engage with other members and with guest speakers.
Our events change from year-to-year although we always have a mix of types of events. Below is an illustrative list of programming. To see upcoming events, please visit our Events Blog or sign up for our mailing list by emailing [email protected].
WELCOME BACK HAPPY HOUR
A local bar in NYC; light bites are provided.
September. In-person.
WHF’S MENTORSHIP PROGRAM
This program pairs volunteers as mentors and current members mentees to participate in a mentorship program over a 6-month period.
November through May (ongoing). Virtual/in-person (your choice!). Members only (for mentees).
THREE LUNCH AND LEARNS: MEMBERS’ ONLY PRESENTATION ON A SPECIFIC TOPIC
Virtual. Members only.
PANEL
A panel presentation discussing a topic of interest.
November/December. In-person.
WOMEN EXECUTIVES ROUNDTABLE
Attendees rotate between the executives in small groups, participating in intimate 15-minute conversations and Q&A sessions.
February. In-person.
MEMBERS’ MEET-UP
Members meet with a Board member/officer and other members for a meal to connect and collaborate. WHF covers the cost up to $45/per person.
Late Winter/Spring. In-person.
KEYNOTE SPEAKER
An intimate discussion with a leading figure in housing and finance.
March/April. In-person.
ANNUAL MEMBERS’ DINNER
We recap the year’s programming, hold Board/officer elections, conduct general membership business and connect with colleagues.
May/June. In-person. Members only.
SUMMER TOUR
A tour of an exciting real estate/commercial development.
June-July. In-person.