Mentorship

Obi-Wan Kenobi cultivated the skills of a local farm boy. Master Po motivated his grasshopper with a single stone. Mr. Miyagi waxed nostalgic with a bullied teenager. Mentorships offer a unique path to self-discovery; whether you're the teacher or the student. But let's face it, this isn’t Hollywood. Fortunately, as an Ad Fed member the force is with you. The Mentorship Program is an opportunity to meet professionals who are knowledgeable, experienced, enthusiastic and committed to supporting the professional development of mentees. We call it turning hindsight into foresight.

Mentorship

The AdFed Mentorship Circle program is designed to allow members to individually interact with industry mentors by meeting them in an informal group setting called a Circle Group. These Mentorship Circle Events are held four times a year and offer networking, discussion and group mentorship based on areas of interest. The AdFed Mentorship Circle program does not facilitate the match an individual mentor and a mentee. However, these events are designed to allow a mentor and potential mentee to make a connection, and possibly develop a mentor/mentee relationship outside of AdFed. Participants can also choose to simply attend quarterly Circle Events where mentorship will happen via group discussions.

The format of this event allows participants and industry professionals the chance to talk one on one and in a group discussion setting. It is a great opportunity to learn from the best and the brightest in the industry, network with professionals and learn from your peers.

Cost

FREE for members, $15 for students and $25 for non-members. Registration is recommended but dropins are welcome. All registered attendees receive one free drink ticket.

Areas of Focus

  • Interactive (planning and strategy, social, UX, design, technology)
  • Account Services
  • Creative (designers, copywriters, art directors, creative directors)
  • Public Relations
  • Corporate marketing

Contact the Mentorship Committee