3. Diverse backgrounds of mentors to break down silos. There are a wide variety of careers, backgrounds, and experiences present in AEC industry professionals. This program will aim to pair people based on compatibility, not just similar career paths, because we feel that different perspectives can lead to broadened horizons. 4. Clear expectations of the time commitment. So many mentorship relationships fall apart not long after beginning. To ensure the success of this program, we want to set clear, manageable guidelines so that both parties know what is expected of them. Our team shares a common interest and passion for building the type of mentorship program each of us wish we had had access to during our career, and would be excited to participate in in the future.
Strategy
• Review of 2021 Cohort MentHER program documents and structure • Utilize others in our company (leadership, talent development team) at key check points to ensure our program is robust and will be successful for all demographics from different companies. • Take 2021 Cohort MentHER program surveys – Mentor Survey and Mentee Survey – and perform final adjustments before finalizing. • Review Notes from Symposium Judges feedback and alter our original vision as appropriate. • Q&A with established mentors o Best practices o Areas for improvement
o Loves o Hates • Draft Program Framework
o Survey for mentors and mentees o Program duration – 6-month/1-year ▪ Application window o Establish basis of 1-on-1 meetings ▪ Frequency - monthly? ▪ Format - virtual o Establish basis of group meetings ▪ Frequency - quarterly?
▪ Format – virtual with opportunities for in-person capstone at ElevateAEC Conference? ▪ Goal of check-in, information asked, format ▪ Frequency - Mid-Program and End of Program ▪ Award/acknowledgement for mentors at the end of the year
o Check-ins with Mentors/Mentees
o Conversation topics and themes ▪ Group meetings ▪ 1-on-1 meetings o Develop list of mentor training topics needed o Expectations
▪ Create clear outline for mentors and mentees ▪ Create commitment letters for mentors and mentees
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