Elevate Your Career
Who are WEL Members?
WEL members are dynamic Florida executives leading the way in their industries—from rising Directors to influential Board Members. They are decision-makers, changemakers, and trailblazers committed to advancing their leadership, expanding their influence, and shaping the future of business. As a WEL member, you’re not just part of a network—you’re part of a movement empowering leaders to thrive at the highest levels.
Begin Your WEL Journey
STEP 1: WEL Membership CRiteria
Criteria For All Candidates
- Are recognized leaders in their field and have established a broad sphere of influence.
- Will have at least seven years of managerial experience.
- Can demonstrate a commitment to the mission of WEL.
Determine if you meet at least one of the designations below:
Candidates currently employed (or in transition) by Corporations
- Are or were a C-level/senior executive with broad strategic and managerial responsibility.
- Serves as a member of senior leadership within the top two levels of the organization.
Candidates currently employed (or in transition) in a Small Businesses and Professional Services Firm
- Will be a Partner or equivalent in a $2 million annual revenue or greater professional services firm.
- Will have demonstrated interaction at a senior level with the corporate/business community with significant clients served.
Candidates currently employed (or in transition) as “Individual” Consultants or Sole Practitioners
- Will be a Partner or equivalent in a $2 million a
- Will direct the business full-time.
- Will have been active for at least five years in the current business enterprise or have an established
background in the same business or professional arena. - The consultant will generate revenue of at least $350,000 with significant clients served.
- The consultant will demonstrate interaction at a senior level with the corporate/business community.
- nnual revenue or greater professional services firm.
- Will have demonstrated interaction at a senior level with the corporate/business community with significant clients served.
Candidates currently employed (or in transition) by the Not-for-Profit Sector
- Will serve as the Executive Director, or its equivalent, or if employed by a large not-for-profit organization, will hold a senior leadership role with significant strategic and managerial responsibilities.
- The agency will demonstrate interaction with the corporate/business community.
- The agency serves a large number of clients and has a significant budget and/or scope of service.
Candidates currently (or in transition) in Political Office and the Government Sector
- Serve as Chief Executives of federal, state or local governments.
- Serve as Members of Congress or state legislators.
- Serve as Cabinet members or hold equivalent positions with federal, state or local governments.
- Individuals in government with other positions that are comparable in scope to senior roles in corporations or professional firms.
STEP 2: WEL MEMBERSHIP LEVELS
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SAPPHIRE (fka Charter) |
FLORIDA DIAMOND |
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WEL Virtual Programs & Workshops |
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WEL In Person Programs & Workshops |
Preferred Pricing |
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WEL Member Only Events |
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WEL Member Only Gatherings |
Preferred Pricing |
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WEL Member Directory & Connections |
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WEL Executive & Board Candidate Opportunities |
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WEL Annual Signature Event |
Preferred Pricing |
Enhanced VIP Preferred Pricing & Seating |
WEL VIP Reception(s) with Speakers and Sponsors |
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WEL Board Boot Camp |
Preferred Pricing |
Enhanced Preferred Pricing |
WEL Event Recordings |
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WEL/Leaderboard Webinars and Thought Leadership |
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WEL/FWOB Census Study Presentation of Florida’s Russell 3000 Companies |
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WEL Resources (handouts, presentations, recordings) for Members Only |
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Featured in WEL’s Equilar Online Listing |
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One-On-One with WEL Advisory Board |
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Athena weekly live virtual learning events including salons with top experts and peer groups to connect over shared roles, industries, and goals |
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Athena’s vast on-demand learning library |
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Athena executive & board candidate search support |
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Athena Member Engagement Advisor (MEA) providing personalized resource recommendations, introductions, and support |
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Athena in-person events including large-scale summits and intimate boutique gatherings across the country |
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Full access to Athena’s member directory of 1000+ top women leaders around the country |
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$475 / YEAR |
$3,000 / YEAR |
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*One-On-One Hour with an Advisory Board Member:
Contact WEL Admin when you are ready to schedule your one-on-one.
LEARN MORE ABOUT FLORIDA DIAMOND AND SAPPHIRE MEMBERSHIP HERE!
Learn More Step 3: Begin Your Membership Application
To begin your membership application, please confirm that you meet the membership criteria by checking the box below.
