Women in Leadership of Central Illinois
Promoting leadership among women
What is WIL?
Women in Leadership of Central Illinois is an organization dedicated to empowering and supporting women in the region by providing opportunities for professional growth, networking, and leadership development.
Through events, mentorship, and community engagement, we bring together women from diverse industries to share knowledge, build confidence, and inspire one another to achieve their personal and career goals while contributing positively to their communities.
Upcoming Events
WOMEN IN LEADERSHIP 2026 AWARDS
Pinnacle Leader for Lifetime Achievement – Trista Westhafer
Woman Leader of the Year – Michelle Webster
Community Leader of the Year – Audrey Kamm
Career Leader of the Year – Erika Guerico
Outstanding New Member of the Year – Jennifer Wickert
WIL Scholarship Recipients – Ellie Osko &Wynette Tyree
Are you a student in need of help?
Sign up for the WIL Scholarship Fund
Committed to Celebrating YOU
Women in Leadership of Central Illinois is a group dedicating to uplifting and celebrating the women in our CIL community. We are based in Peoria, and welcome women from all around the Central Illinois area!
Come experience this wonderful group of women supporting women in Central Illinois.
Donate To WIL Today!
Donating to WIL helps to build up our WILCIL scholarship fund and allows us to have more money for more events to bring the community together and promote and better the standings of women within our community
Show Your WIL Pride
JOIN US!
Women in Leadership welcomes all women leaders who want to join our organization so that we can congrigate and promote the success and development of women leaders in Central Illinois.