Participant Eligibility Criteria

• All participants must be WISE members in good standing. 
• Mentees:  Mid-level professionals with 7-10 years industry experience. 
• Mentors:  Senior-level professionals with a minimum of 15 years industry experience. 

Program Structure and Commitment

• Program will kick off this Fall and run though Spring 2009 (approximately six months). 
• Initial teleconference call to review expectations of mentor and mentee. 
• On-site group sessions will be held at the kick-off, midpoint, and wrap-up of the program. 

      Attendance is required as these sessions are critical elements of the program. 

• Mentor pairs are asked to meet every 4 weeks either by phone or in-person. 

Matching and Application Process

• You MUST be a member of WISE to apply.  Join online at http://www.wisesf.com/membership

• Online mentor program applications are available until September 18th at

      http://www.wiseworks.org/handler.cfm?cat_id=30202&cat_id=30203

• The mentoring committee will review the applications and determine the appropriate matches. 
• Participation is based on the quality of match. 
• You will be contacted with an update on your application in late September. 

Program Benefits

• Learn how to make the most of your career and navigate the sports and events industry. 
• Gain new perspective and strategies on industry, company and professional challenges. 
• Expand professional networks. 
• Opportunity to explore new ideas and alternatives in safe setting. 

For more information, visit wiseworks.org or contact Mary Beth Carpenter at marybethcarpenter@gmail.com / 650-670-7799.