CFA Society of Austin Mentoring Program
is scheduled for November 2021 – May 2022

 

Purpose: Provide a one-on-one relationship built on encouragement, trust, and development for another CFA Society of Austin member. Develop skills and work toward personal/professional goals through networking and knowledge sharing.

Eligibility: Limited to current members of the CFA Society of Austin. If you are not a member, please sign up here.

Enrollment Period: Applications will be accepted during September 1 – September 30 (Deadline). Applications may be downloaded (see links below).

Program Orientation: Mid-October. CFA Society of Austin will host a networking event, virtual or outdoor, that will include a program overview presentation and an opportunity for mentors/mentees to meet and greet.

Mentor-Mentee Matching: Late October. Mentor/Mentee matches will be made by the Mentorship Program Committee and will consider pairing preferences submitted following mentee and mentor meeting, similarities in professional backgrounds/interests and stated goals for the program. 

Definition of Mentoring:

“Mentoring is defined as a professional relationship in which the Mentor assists the Mentee in developing specific skills and knowledge that will enhance the Mentee’s professional and personal growth.”

Benefits to the Mentee:

• Professional and leadership development
• Gain new perspectives on how to accomplish your goals
• Career planning
• Career growth

Benefits to the Mentor:

• Chance to give back and make a positive impact on another member’s professional development
• Demonstrate leadership skills and enhance your own professional development
• Opportunity to learn and grow your career from “reverse mentoring”

 

Fill out the Mentor Application here.

Fill out the Mentee Application here.

Please submit completed applications to Mentor.Program@cfaaustin.org by Thursday, September 30, 2021

Questions?

Questions regarding the CFA Society of Austin’s Mentoring Program can be directed to Mentor.Program@cfaaustin.org.