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General Expectations
This is a mentee-driven program. What does this mean exactly? Mentees will take charge of the discussions and agendas. This does require some prep work and thought - but this role reversal ensures that mentees get the most out of the experience, w...
Should I Be a Mentee or Mentor?
You cannot apply for both so here is information on each to help you decide: Mentees This is a mentee-driven program. Mentees are emerging leaders. They have a strong sense of their development needs and can identify one or more areas in which t...
Who Can Participate in the Program?
The HBA mentoring program is a members-only program; both mentors and mentees must be (or become) HBA members to participate.  In most regional programs, if you are not a member, your membership fee will be included at the time of registrati...
How do the EMEA, Canadian, and Asia-Pacific Mentoring Programs work?
The HBA mentoring program will be virtual. If mentoring pairs wish to meet in-person, they are welcome to do so. 1:1 - one mentor is matched with one mentee. Though in EMEA, mentees can choose to participate in either a 1:1 match or a circle/g...
How do the US Regional Mentoring Programs work?
The HBA Mentoring Program is mostly virtual. However, some regions and mentoring groups/pairs may wish to meet in-person. As long as participants are comfortable with these circumstances, you are welcome to do so. Mentoring takes place in grou...
Can I participate in the EMEA Mentoring Program if I reside in the US (and vice versa)?
Yes! Mentees and mentors can apply to the program that will be most beneficial to them. We just ask that you keep local time zones in mind, as this may affect your ability to join your mentoring meetings.
Will I Be Able to Secure a Job Through the Mentoring Program?
The HBA mentoring program is not a forum for job-hunting.
Is This a Women-Only Program?
No!   HBA mentoring programs are inclusive and men are encouraged to participate in the program. Male allies can apply as mentees or serve as mentors.
Mentoring Program - Important Dates
These dates are approximate; check with your specific region for more detailed information regarding mandatory events. Early bird registration: Available until 31 December Regular registration: 1 January – 31 January Matching - Pairs/Gro...
Once I enroll, where do I find program resources?
The HBA Mentoring program uses a mentoring platform called Qooper. Qooper provides mentors, mentees, and connectors with: Lessons and learnings to further discussions or assist you with coming up with discussion topics. A means to schedule meeti...
What criteria do you use to match mentors with mentees?
We ask each participant to fill out a matching survey which asks questions such as: Your current job situation Areas of interest or growth Preliminary goals Industry (and possible industries that mentees may want to explore) Functional Area L...