American Farm Bureau Convention

AFBF Convention

Women's Leadership Committee Events

Jan. 9 - Jan. 11

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The Women's Leadership Committee (WLC) events are inspiring, impactful, educational and fun. Join any or all of the scheduled events below during your time at the 2026 Convention.

WLC Schedule of Events

Friday, Jan. 9

5:00 - 6:00 p.m.

Women’s Communications Boot Camp Alumni Workshop (invite only)

Digital Storytelling for Impact

Featuring: AFBF Managing Director, Brand Marketing-Morgan Walker

Discover how to use digital storytelling to make a positive impact. Hear from AFBF experts and members as they share strategies, tips, and tools for creating compelling videos that connect and inspire.

ACC – 304CD

5:30 - 6:30 p.m.

Credentials Committee Meeting

ACC - 208A

Saturday, Jan. 10

8:00 a.m.

Women’s Leadership Networking & Regional Caucuses

ACC
Midwest – Room 303C
Northeast – Room 303A
Southern – Room 304CD
Western – Room 303B

9:00 - 10:15 a.m.

Women in Ag Meet-and-Greet

Open to all registered women attendees.

ACC – Room 304AB

9:45 a.m.

Women's Delegate Check-in

ACC - Room 304AB

10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Annual Meeting of the American Farm Bureau Women

Keynote Speaker: Coach Kiah

Join us for the Annual Meeting of the Farm Bureau Women to hear an inspiring keynote from Coach Kiah — a California cattle rancher turned motivational speaker — who will empower us to Imagine. Grow. Lead. in Anaheim! During the business portion, AFBWLC will conduct their business and regional representatives will be elected.

ACC - Room 304AB

1:30 – 2:30 p.m.

State Chair and Vice Chair Training (Invite Only)

ACC – 303A

The Speed of Trust

Featuring AFBF Managing Director of Leadership Development, Elise Cruce

Explore key principles from The Speed of Trust and learn how building trust can strengthen committee relationships, improve collaboration, and enhance effectiveness.

4:30 - 5:25 p.m.

From Ideas to Impact: Grassroots Advocacy in Action

International Year of the Woman Farmer panel hosted by AFB Women’s Leadership Committee

Grassroots voices are the foundation of strong agricultural policy, and when those voices come together, they can accomplish extraordinary things. This panel will highlight how the visionaries behind the International Year of the Woman Farmer turned ideas into action. Attendees will hear the importance of building relationships, forming coalitions, and sharing common challenges to create momentum for change. By working together, grassroots leaders can move issues across the finish line and shape the policies that matter most to rural communities. Attendees will leave energized, inspired, and ready to partner with their local, state, and national Farm Bureaus—confident in their ability to advance big goals and make a lasting impact.

ACC - Cultivation Center Stage
Trade Show Floor, Hall D

Sunday, Jan. 11

7:00 - 7:45 a.m.

Sunrise Service

Hosted by the AFBWLC

Begin your day in reflection and renewal. Join us for an uplifting Sunrise Service featuring an inspirational message and a medley of spiritual music to center your heart for the day ahead.

ACC - Hall C