RALEIGH MARKET
Every Event We Host is Designed with Intention, From the Atmosphere We Create to the Way Each Session Flows
Elevating Women in Raleigh Land
Welcome to the Raleigh Market of Ladies in Land — where driven women in land development come together to grow, lead, and make an impact. Our loacal market connects professionals across disciplines throughout the Raleigh metro area, creating space for collaboration, mentorship, and meaningful industry relationships. Together, we’re strengthening our network, amplifying women’s voices, and shaping the future of land development in North Carolina.
Who We Are
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We lead with education.
Ladies in Land is built around real industry learning — not surface-level networking. Our markets host deep-dive discussions, site tours, and practical conversations that sharpen skills and build confidence.
We gather with purpose.
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Education Over Ego
We’re here to grow.Collaboration Over Competition
Strong women build stronger women.Leadership at Every Level
From entry-level to executive, leadership is developed here.Integrity & Accountability
We operate with standards — and we hold them.Long-Term Impact
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Ladies in Land was founded in 2023 to fill a gap in the industry.
Women were working across every stage of land development — but there was no centralized space designed to elevate them.
What started as one gathering quickly became a national movement.
Today, we are expanding across cities and universities, building an ecosystem of education, leadership, and opportunity for women shaping the built environment.
And we’re just getting started!
Upcoming Events
Our markets host monthly education-driven events designed to strengthen your knowledge, expand your perspective, and connect you with other women shaping the land development industry. Explore what’s coming up in your city and join the conversation.
2026 Market Initiatives
Expand Collegiate Engagement by building partnerships with local colleges and universities, participating in career fairs and outreach events, and connecting students with mentorship, internships, and career opportunities in land development.
National Collegiate Network
Professional Opportunities / Career Pathways
Expand Career Opportunities by increasing awareness and participation in the Ladies in Land National Job Board, connecting employers with qualified professionals and supporting career growth across the land development industry.
The Land Development Forum - Spring 2027
Increase participation in The Land Development Forum by expanding opportunities for members, sponsors, and industry leaders to connect, share expertise, and advance the future of land development through education and collaboration.
Expand Continuing Education opportunities by increasing access to accredited educational programs and pursuing CE credit offerings for professional engineers, landscape architects, and other licensed professionals across the land development industry.
Education, Courses & Certifications
Meet the Women Leading the Charge
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Pam Porter | 2026 Market Co-Lead
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Terri Martin | 2026 Market Co-Lead
Senior Market Ops Specialist at CBRE
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Your Name | Market Ambassador Lead
Interested in getting involved as a Market Ambassador Lead? Click HERE to apply!
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Your Name | Market Ambassador Co-Lead
Interested in getting involved as a Market Ambassador Co-Lead? Click HERE to apply!
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Your Name | Council Member
Interested in getting involved as a council member? Inquire below!
What you will learn
Own the Table
Access to the knowledge, relationships, and perspective that empower you to speak with authority and influence decisions. You’re equipped to contribute meaningfully, navigate complex conversations, and add value in every room. It’s about showing up prepared, grounded in expertise, and confident in your ability to lead with clarity and conviction.
Growth With Intention
Strategic support for growth means having the guidance and community that help you move forward with intention. With clear direction, shared insight, and trusted connections, you’re able to make smarter decisions and pursue opportunities that align with your goals. It’s growth that’s not accidental — but purposeful, supported, and built for long-term impact.
Informed Insights
Access to the right insights changes everything. You gain industry knowledge, practical guidance, and real-world perspective that keep you informed and strategically prepared. Instead of reacting, you anticipate. Instead of guessing, you understand. That advantage allows you to stay ahead of conversations, opportunities, and decisions that shape your career.
Clarity Through Mentorship
Mentorship and real-world insight provide the perspective that only experience can offer. Through shared lessons, honest conversations, and practical guidance, you gain clarity on challenges and confidence in your next steps. It’s learning grounded in reality — shaped by those who have navigated the path and are committed to helping you succeed.
Your Questions, Answered-
Ladies in Land is education-first.
Every event is built around real industry insight — entitlements, infrastructure, finance, permitting, governance, and more.We don’t host surface-level meet-and-greets. We host structured discussions, site tours, and expert-led sessions that help you grow your skillset and your confidence in the land development space.
Networking happens naturally around substance.
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Yes — and it’s one of the best places you can be.
Our chapters include professionals at every level — from entry-level analysts and engineers to directors and executives. Being in the room early exposes you to conversations, relationships, and knowledge that can accelerate your growth by years.
You don’t need to “arrive” first. You grow here.
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Perfect.
Many members attend their first event alone. Our chapter leaders intentionally welcome first-time attendees and help integrate them into conversations.
You’ll quickly find that the women in this room are approachable, collaborative, and invested in lifting each other up.
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As much or as little as you’d like.
You can:
Attend monthly educational events
Engage in discussions inside the Members Portal
Volunteer, mentor, or help lead initiatives
Your level of involvement is up to you — but the more you lean in, the more you’ll gain.
Raleigh Corporate Member
National 2026 Support
Annual 2026 Sponsors
We are grateful to our Raleigh Annual Market Sponsors for their continued support of Ladies in Land. Your partnership makes our programming, connections, and leadership opportunities possible. Thank you for investing in women and in the future of land development.
Support This Market
Help us continue delivering education, connection, and leadership opportunities in this market. Monthly support strengthens local programming and fuels long-term growth.