Connecting and empowering women in the assessment profession
About WIN
The Women’s Initiative Network (WIN) is an IAAO Affinity Group dedicated to supporting women in the assessment profession through mentorship, education, and networking opportunities. Since our founding in 2015, WIN has provided a platform for women to share experiences, develop leadership skills, and advance professionally within the property assessment field.
Our mission is to create a supportive community that fosters the growth and success of women in assessment through collaborative learning, professional development, and advocacy.
Events & Programs
WIN’ing Conversations
Our quarterly webinar series focuses on professional development topics relevant to the assessment field. The 2026 theme is “Growth at Every Stage” with seasonal focus areas:
Q1: Personal Growth and Self-Awareness – Tuesday, February 17, 2026
Growing with Intention: Self-Awareness at Every Stage of Your Career Presented by Rebecca Malmquist, CAE, FIAAO, SAMA
Growth doesn’t happen by accident—it starts with self-awareness. In this interactive webinar, participants will explore how self-awareness serves as the foundation for personal, professional, and leadership growth. Through guided reflection, practical tools, and a brief self-assessment, attendees will gain insight into their values, triggers, and impact—and learn how to turn everyday work experiences into opportunities for growth.
Designed for professionals at every career stage, this session will help you pause with purpose, take ownership of how you show up, and grow with clarity and confidence.
Participants will leave with:
- A clearer understanding of internal and external self-awareness
- A self-assessment to identify their current growth stage
- Practical tools to navigate feedback, stress, and change
- One actionable growth experiment to apply immediately
Whether you are early in your career or stepping into expanded leadership responsibilities, this session will support you in growing with intention—wherever you are in your journey.
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Q2: Professional Growth – Tuesday, May 12, 2026
Q3: Collective Growth – Tuesday, August 11, 2026
Q4: Sustainable Growth – Tuesday, November 10, 2026
All WIN’ing Conversations are held at noon Central Time.
2026 Annual Conference (Calgary, Alberta, Canada) October 13-16, 2026
WIN hosts several events during the IAAO Annual Conference:
- WIN Luncheon featuring guest speaker (to be announced)
- Interactive two-part session featuring WIN leadership addressing succession planning, strategic renewal, resilience building, and collaboration through practical garden metaphors
- Participation in the Affinity Group Reception
Past Events
2025 Annual Conference (Orlando, Florida)
- WIN Luncheon featuring Carol Cox, communications expert
- Session: “Level Up with WIN Presents Beyond the Agenda: Holding Effective Meetings”
- Affinity Group Reception
2025 Webinars:
- January 2025: Robert’s Rules of Order with Amy Rasmussen
- November 2025: AI as Your Communication Partner with Carmen Trammell
Get Involved
Joining WIN is a valuable opportunity to connect with colleagues who share similar experiences and challenges in the assessment profession.
Benefits of Membership:
- Professional networking with women in various stages of their assessment careers
- Access to specialized educational content through our quarterly WIN’ing Conversations webinars
- Mentorship and leadership development opportunities
- Participation in WIN events at the annual IAAO Conference
How to Join:
- Sign up for our mailing list
- Join our discussions on IAAO Connect
- Attend our next virtual meeting or webinar
Membership is open to all IAAO members interested in supporting women in the assessment profession.
Leadership
The WIN Affinity Group is led by a dedicated team of assessment professionals who volunteer their time to ensure the group’s success and impact.
2026 Leadership Team:
- Group Leader: Carmen Trammell
- Associate Group Leader: Ana Torres
- Communication Coordinator: Dorothy Jacks
- Treasurer/Liaison: Rebecca Malmquist
- Past Group Leader: Chesney Leafblad
- At-Large Member: Adrianne Bailey
- IAAO Headquarters Liaison: Tammy Brown
Resources
Additional resources and documents will be available through IAAO Connect.
Contact Us
For questions about WIN or to get involved, please contact Carmen Trammell at ctrammell@leonpa.gov.
Connect with us on IAAO Connect or sign up for the WIN email list.
News & Updates
- January 2026: Carmen Trammell assumes Group Leader role for 2026-2027.
- May 2025: WIN officially transitions to Affinity Group status within IAAO.
- April 2025: WIN leadership team appointed for 2025, focusing on expanding opportunities for women in assessment.