19th Annual “Leap Into Leadership” Conference Opens Registration for Wyoming Women

CHEYENNE, WY – The Wyoming Women’s Legislative Caucus (WyWLC) is proud to announce that registration is now open for the 19th Annual Leap Into Leadership Conference, held February 25–26, 2026, in Cheyenne. This premier event is dedicated to empowering women to take their seats at the table in community and government leadership.

Honoring Our Past, Shaping Our Future

The conference kicks off Wednesday afternoon in a venue steeped in history: the Historic Supreme Court in the Wyoming State Capitol.

“It was in this Chamber in 1889 that representatives enshrined women’s suffrage within our state constitution,” says Representative Elissa Campbell. “Because of the events that transpired here, Wyoming became the first state to guarantee these rights, making this one of the most historically significant chambers in the nation.”

A Dynamic Lineup of Speakers

The 2026 program is designed to provide actionable “keys and tips” for navigating leadership paths. Highlights include:

• State Auditor Kristi Racines: Providing insights into statewide executive leadership.

• Katie Groke: Former National Program Manager for the White House Project, Groke will lead a session on Campaigning and Storytelling 101, drawing on her extensive experience training women to run for office.

• Nina McConigley: The Legislative Reception and Dinner will feature the PEN Open Book Award-winning author and Wyoming native. McConigley will share compelling insights on the diverse contributions of women to the Equality State.

Interactive Workshops and Legislative Access

The second day of the conference (February 26) bridges the gap between citizens and policymakers:

• Coffee with Legislators: An informal morning session to connect directly with state representatives.

• Expert Panels: Workshops will cover Bridging Tribal Governance, Local Government Impact, and Navigating State Policy.

• Live Observation: The event concludes with a guided Capitol tour and the opportunity to observe the Wyoming House and Senate in active session.

“Each year, we build a stronger event to support our mission of fostering female leadership,” says former Legislator and WyWLC Board Member and Leap into Leadership Conference creator, Rosie Berger. “We want to ensure Wyoming women remain an integral part of the leadership conversation for years to come.”

Registration Details

• Full Two-Day Program: $115

• Legislative Reception & Dinner Only: $85

• Register Online: https://wyowlc.org/leap-into-leadership/

About the Wyoming Women’s Legislative Caucus: WyWLC is a non-partisan organization advocating for the increased participation of women in leadership roles across both public and private sectors in Wyoming.

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Join the Wyoming Women’s Legislative Caucus for “Lunch with Legislators”!

Mark your calendars! The Wyoming Women’s Legislative Caucus (WWLC) is thrilled to invite you to our next installment of the “Lunch with Legislators” free webinar series. “This is a fantastic, free opportunity to connect directly with influential women serving in the Wyoming State Legislature,” states Program Coordinator, Annie Wood.

• Date: Monday, December 15, 2025
• Time: 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM (MST)
• Cost: Free!
• Location: Hosted virtually via Webinar (link to be provided upon registration)

The program will feature three of our remarkable Wyoming Women Legislators who will share their unique experiences: Representative Trey Sherwood, Representative Elissa Campbell and Senator Schuler. They will discuss their journeys to running for office, key takeaways from their years in session, and what it’s like to serve the people of Wyoming.

The event will be moderated by the Wyoming Women’s Legislative Caucus Program Coordinator. Following the discussion, there will be dedicated time for an interactive Q&A session. This is your chance to ask the legislators questions directly about policy, state government, their legislative priorities, and how you can get more involved in Wyoming politics.

Don’t miss this opportunity to gain insight and inspiration!

If you would like to attend, please RSVP to info@wyowlc.org. You will then receive the webinar login information.

The Wyoming Women’s Legislative Caucus is hosting a free webinar, “Lunch with Legislators” on October 18, 2024 from 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm.
Wyoming Women’s Legislative Caucus Program Coordinator will moderate while we hear from four of our incredible Wyoming Women Legislators. Representative Trey Sherwood, Representative Sandy Newsome, Senator Schuler and Senator Ellis will talk about their journey running for office and their years in Session. There will be time for questions from the audience.
If you would like to attend, please RSVP to info@wyowlc.org. You will then receive the webinar login information.