Mentoring
The Mentorship program is an embodiment of the commitment of SMPS Maryland to assist A/E/C marketers in their personal growth and professional development. The program teams marketers at all experience levels with seasoned A/E/C industry marketing professionals in a supportive, one-on-one environment. The program’s goal is to provide both the Mentor and Mentee with a professional relationship that is mutually rewarding.
The program provides confidential resources to marketers and their firms; expansion of professional networks; access to a broad range of marketing tools and information; and a forum to discuss career development.
How to Participate
If you have any questions about the program, please contact Ree Miskimon, CPSM or Elisabeth McCollum, CPSM. Look out for the chapter “Call for Mentors and Mentees.”
Eligibility
Mentee
An SMPS member in good standing committed to meeting with assigned Mentor over the program term from January to December. Mentees of all levels are welcome; beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels.
Mentor
An SMPS Member in good standing. Mentors are assigned as intermediate, advanced, peer-to-peer, and C-suite levels.
How the Program Works
Applications
All perspective Mentees and Mentors must complete the application form and return by the application deadline.
Pairing
Once the application is received, the applicant will be invited to the Mentoring Mixer where they will have an opportunity to meet prospective Mentees/Mentors. As a result of the mixer, Mentees will have met prospective Mentors and will provide their top three picks to the Mentorship Committee.
Mentorship Program
Once pairs are made, the first Mentorship Program meeting will take place in February with subsequent meetings/workshops taking place at various points throughout the year.
Each pair will be required to meet face-to-face at least one hour each month, but meetings can be customized to meet each individual‘s needs.
During the year, the Mentorship Committee will follow up with Mentors and Mentees to assist participants and evaluate progress of the relationships.
Commitment
The Mentor and Mentees each commit to being paired together for one year.
