Call for Committee Members

WP&D Committees

Are you passionate about supporting Women in Planning and Development or interested in getting more involved with the organization?


WP&D is seeking enthusiastic members to join our two new committees - the Events Committee and Outreach Committee. This is a great way to get involved, gain valuable experience, and explore opportunities for future leadership within WP&D.


Ready to get involved? Submit your interest in joining WP&D’s committees by February 1st!

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Events Committee

Committee Member Position

The events committee is ideal for any member interested in helping to bring our events to life by assisting with event planning and day-of logistics. No experience is necessary. Committee members should expect to meet monthly and are encouraged to stay involved for a full calendar year if possible.

Outreach Committee

Committee Member Position

The outreach committee is ideal for members who are established professionals and who are passionate about helping us build partnerships by leveraging their own networks to solicit sponsorships, promote the organization and our events, and broadly support WP&D's mission. Committee members should expect to meet monthly and are encouraged to stay involved for a full calendar year if possible.

Events Committee Responsibilities

Ideal For:

  • Someone passionate about collaborating with the Board of Directors to help bring our events to life.
  • No experience is necessary—just enthusiasm and interest in supporting WP&D’s mission!
  • Available to all WP&D members, including students. Not a member? Join today!


What You'll Do:

  • Assist with event tasks as needed. Events may include: WP&Drinks, Small Talks, Summer Picnic, Holiday Party, professional development events, etc.
  • Help promote events and increase attendance.
  • Research and suggest event venues.
  • Help with event setup, teardown, and day-of logistics.
  • Coordinate with vendors, especially small women- and minority-owned businesses.
  • Welcome guests at the sign-in table.
  • Solicit event sponsorships and donations for event giveaways.
  • Share ideas for topics or speakers for future events.


What to Expect:

  • Monthly meetings with the committee and a WP&D Board liaison.
  • Be an additional point of contact on event days.
  • Involvement for the calendar year is encouraged but not required.
  • Support the committee’s work in a way that aligns with your interests and availability.

Outreach Committee Responsibilities

Ideal For:

  • Someone passionate about growing WP&D’s network, building partnerships, and supporting our mission.
  • Established professionals with broad networks who want to help grow WP&D’s presence and influence.
  • Available to all WP&D members. Not a member? Join today!


What You'll Do:

  • Assist with outreach tasks as needed.
  • Solicit sponsorships to support WP&D’s initiatives.
  • Promote WP&D to current and prospective members.
  • Learn and apply marketing techniques to promote WP&D.
  • Leverage your network to expand WP&D’s reach.
  • Identify opportunities to collaborate with other organizations and industries.
  • Support efforts to advance women across planning and development fields.


What to Expect:

  • Monthly meetings with the committee and a board liaison.
  • Calendar-year involvement is encouraged but not required.
  • Support the committee’s work in a way that aligns with your interests and availability.

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Questions & Comments

Email info@wpdchicago.com and a current board member will follow up with you.