Texas Society of Association Executives
07/16/2024 | News release | Distributed by Public on 07/16/2024 12:08
Find Your Mentor this Year!
Find Your Mentor this Year!
July 16, 2024
Better Together Mentor Program
Applications for the program will be accepted until August 9, 2024.
Why Mentoring?
Participants in mentoring programs report a number of benefits from their participation: improved confidence, self-awareness, clearer career direction, better communication skills, listening skills, feedback skills, more assertive communication, and enhanced management skills.
"My mentor had a vast impact on me throughout this year. They served as a listening ear, a mentor, and a friend, which was not something that I knew I needed in the association space. The advice they gave me continually helped me stay afloat within my daily work and make positive choices, even when things felt hard at work. I look forward to staying in touch for a long time with my mentor."
- 2023 TSAE Mentee Participant
Key Program Dates
| Applications Open | June 3, 2024 |
| Applications Close | August 9, 2024 |
| Matches Notified | August 19, 2024 |
| Program Launch w/ live Q&A | August 29, 2024 |
| Progress Review Workshop | January 30, 2025 |
| Program Close | May 20, 2025 |
About the Program
In partnership with The Art of Mentoring, TSAE's Better Together Mentor Program is designed to provide a unique relationship opportunity for members to connect, share knowledge and support each other's growth and development.
By bringing together experienced professionals and those eager to learn, we create a vibrant and supportive environment for association professionals to thrive.
Mentees will gain personal and professional development through problem solving and constructive guidance from a Mentor and to recognize professional challenges and achievements.
Mentors will be given training to develop better coaching and leadership skills that will serve them beyond the program and into their personal career growth. It is a chance to share knowledge and leave a legacy while also reflecting on their own careers and experience.
Program Eligibilty Criteria
Mentees
- Association management professionals with at least 1 year of experience in the profession
- Member of TSAE
- Program commitment, including length of program, regularly meeting with match, and participating in surveys and events
Mentors
- Association management professionals with at least 5 years of experience in the profession
- Member of TSAE
- Program commitment, including length of program, regularly meeting with match, and participating in surveys and events
Both mentees and mentors must also be willing to complete the online training provided, review the support resources available and engage completely in the relationship process, connecting with your mentee/mentor at least monthly.
Program Application Fees
Nonrefundable after match is completed
| CEO Mentee | $250.00 |
| Non-CEO Mentee | $175.00 |
| Mentors | Free |
If you are interested in the program, but require financial assistance to participate, please provide your contact information by clicking here.