Executive Mentorship Program
In this episode of the Chamber podcast series, young professionals talk about their experiences in the mentorship program and it has helped them grow professionally. Listen >
Are you a business executive interested in mentoring a young professional? Are you a young professional interested in being mentored by a business executive?
Then join the Executive Mentorship Program of the GenNEXT Council, a workforce development initiative of the Albany-Colonie Regional Chamber and the Chamber of Schenectady County.
This program connects ambitious, young professionals with seasoned, high-level business executives charged with supporting them in their professional and personal development.
The logistics are simple: An executive mentor will be matched with a young professional and requested to meet with the mentee a minimum of five times during the course of the program.
Mentors are expected to share their knowledge and experiences, coach and guide their mentee, facilitate networking and provide a positive role model.
Mentees are expected to take responsibility for relationship, actively listen and ask questions, be prepared and maintain respect.
Suggested Activities
Below is a list of suggested activities that aim to connect, develop and empower young professionals. Use this as a guide and be creative when planning activities. We strongly encourage participation at future mentorship events as well as Chamber functions throughout the year.
- Attend a Chamber function to network with other professionals.
- Attend functions that provide exposure to regional assets such as cultural events, economic development programs or other social events.
- Discuss a project or issue with your mentor/mentee and offer perspective based on professional experiences.
- Attend an on-site business meeting.
- Take a company tour with your mentor to learn about their organizational culture and work environment.
To participate in this valuable program, fill out an application depending on whether you wish to be a mentee or mentor. For more information contact Amanda Corneau at (518) 431-1436.
Mentee Application | Mentor Application