SMPS Austin 2012 Mentoring Program

The SMPS Austin Chapter is kicking off the 2012 Mentoring Program. Our 2011 program was a big success and we are making some additions which should make the 2012 program even better! Although this is a Members Only opportunity, it’s not too late to join SMPS and participate in this program.

Junior members (protégés) will be paired with experienced A/E/C marketers (mentors) from non-competing firms to learn more about marketing and business development. Once matched mentors and protégés typically meet once a month to cover a series of topics individually determined by the pair. This year we also anticipate offering:

• “Finding your Strengths” testing (for Mentors and Protégé’s); including a complimentary copy of “The Strengths Finder 2.0” book.
• Suggested A/E/C activities the Mentors and Protégé’s can attend together (i.e. site visits, pre-bid meetings, various association meetings, etc.);
• Two meetings where all mentors and protégé’s can interact and learn from each other’s experiences;
• A mid-year speaker discussing topics which may include leadership, networking, professional effectiveness, career development, etc.
• Final program graduation lunch.

In general, mentors will have more than 10 years experience in the A/E/C industry while protégés will be asked to have a minimum of 2 years experience (to reduce participation from those temporarily working in the industry).

Cost to become a protégé is $120. There is no cost to become a mentor.

This is an exciting opportunity for our more junior members to develop their skills through the insights and knowledge of our more experienced members.

If you are interested in participating in the 2012 mentoring program as a mentor or a protégé, or if you have any questions about the program, please contact Karen Ward at 512-442-1122 / klward@terracon.com by Monday, November 14th.