2026 Leadership Conference Social Challenge Series
The countdown to the 2026 Leadership Conference is on, and we’re inviting you to join the conversation and share your excitement! In the weeks leading up to the conference, join us for a series of social media activities designed to celebrate our community, spark conversations, and build anticipation. You’ll have the opportunity to share why you’re attending, reflect on memorable conference experiences, and connect with others before we gather.
Choose the challenges that inspire you most, or participate in all three! Explore the details below for key dates, participation information, and prizes.
Challenge #1: Kick Off the Countdown
Runs Monday, August 10 – Monday, August 17
Help us spread the excitement by reposting our conference post and add a few words about why you’re excited to attend the 2026 Leadership Conference. Don’t forget to tag us and use #WICTLeadership26.
Prize: $100 Gift Card
Winner Announced: Tuesday, August 18
Challenge #2: Share Your Story
Runs Tuesday, August 18 – Tuesday, August 25
Every Leadership Conference leaves us with unforgettable moments, meaningful connections, and lessons that shape our leadership journey. Share a memorable experience that made an impact on you. Your story could inspire someone else as we count down to this year’s conference. Don’t forget to tag us and use #WICTLeadership26.
Prize: $100 Gift Card
Winner Announced: Wednesday, August 26
Challenge #3: Get Future Ready
Runs Wednesday, August 26 – Wednesday, September 2
The agenda is live! Share the session you’re most excited to attend and tell us why you’re looking forward to it. Whether you’re focused on strengthening your leadership skills, exploring industry trends, or growing your network, we’d love to hear what’s at the top of your list. Don’t forget to tag us and use #WICTLeadership26.
Prize: $100 Gift Card
Winner Announced: Thursday, September 3
Need a Place to Start?
Take one of these templates and make it your own! Add your personal perspective, tag colleagues who are attending, and share what you’re most excited about.
To participate in the challenge, please review the guidelines below:
- Follow the instructions provided for each challenge.
- Submissions must be shared by the posted deadline.
- Unless otherwise noted, each participant may submit one response per challenge.
- Participants may share their submission on a social platform where The WICT Network maintains an official account: Facebook, Instagram, or LinkedIn.
- Submissions shared on platforms where The WICT Network does not have an official presence cannot be verified and will not be eligible.
- When instructed, include the designated hashtag and tag The WICT Network so we can locate your submission.
This challenge is not sponsored, endorsed, administered by, or associated with Facebook, Instagram, or LinkedIn. By participating, you acknowledge that these platforms are not responsible for this challenge.
Each challenge features its own prize, which will be announced with the challenge details.
- Winners will be announced on the date listed for each challenge.
- Winners will be contacted using the information available through their entry or registration.
- If a winner cannot be contacted within a reasonable timeframe, an alternate winner may be selected.
- Prizes are non-transferable and cannot be exchanged for cash.
By participating, you grant The WICT Network permission to:
- Share or repost your submitted content on marketing channels.
- Feature your submission in future conference promotions, newsletters, presentations, or social media.
- Edit submissions for formatting or length while preserving the original intent.
The WICT Network will credit participants when sharing their content.
