1. MENTORING PROGRAM ICON WA | 2017-2018 APPLICATION PACK
THE INFLUENCE, COLLABORATION
& OPPORTUNITY NETWORK
FOR B2B PROFESSIONALS
MENTORING PROGRAM
ICON WA | APPLICATION PACK

2. OVERVIEW OF OUR MENTORING PROGRAM
PROGRAM TIMING AND STRUCTURE
The WA chapter of ICON is proud to launch our inaugural reverse, cross-industry mentoring program to match professionals aspiring to leadership with established senior leaders, to help build a culture of inclusive leadership across our membership.
The program will run from October 2017 to December We recommend mentors and mentees should meet at least once a quarter in person.
The suggested length of each meeting is one hour.
This meeting can be arranged as is suitable for the mentor and mentee- perhaps catch up over coffee.
Additional communication may include phone or interaction, as agreed.
RULES AND ETHICS
Mentors and mentees should:
Take turns shouting coffee during the meetings.
Provide at least 24 hours' notice when moving an agreed meeting.
Respect confidentiality surrounding every meeting and communication.
Refrain from engaging in unprofessional, dishonest, unlawful or discriminatory conduct (goes without saying).
Contact your ICON WA chair if you have any concerns during the program.
MENTORING PROGRAM | ICON WA | 2017
THE INFLUENCE, COLLABORATION & OPPORTUNITY NETWORK FOR B2B PROFESSIONALS

3. OBJECTIVES AND BENEFITS RESPONSIBILITIES
The program encourages mentors and mentees to:
Identify and create strategies to achieve career goals.
Share leadership experience and helpful advice.
Expand networks.
Mentors will benefit from:
Increased awareness to relevant emerging trends, new technology and innovative solutions as applied in another industry.
Sharpening inclusive leadership capabilities.
Giving back by helping to shape the careers of other B2B professionals.
Exposure to fresh perspectives and skills from professionals earlier in their careers.
Expanding leadership skills by co-developing solutions to practical challenges.
Mentees will benefit from:
Access to senior leaders from diverse industries.
Strategies and tools for achieving career aspirations.
Increased self-esteem and confidence.
Skill expansion and development.
Insight into leadership and career progression pathways.
Mentors and mentees are both required to:
Agree on the date, time and location for each meeting.
Come to each meeting with a goal, topic or question (ideally communicated ahead of time so both parties have time to consider the points for discussion).
Actively listen and explore scenarios and outcomes with an open mind.
To brainstorm a proposed course of action/next steps, whilst ensuring the affected person retains ownership of the challenge/opportunity and how to best manage.
Provide encouragement to help explore options relative to their career path.
Remain objective to provide clear, non-judgmental observations. To describe the benefits or consequences observed and offer helpful insights to achieve a desired outcome.
MENTORING PROGRAM | ICON WA | 2017
THE INFLUENCE, COLLABORATION & OPPORTUNITY NETWORK FOR B2B PROFESSIONALS

4. APPLICATION FORMS
MENTOR PROGRAM

5. ICON WA MENTORING PROGRAM APPLICATION
Mentor or Mentee: please circle the option that best fits you*:
Mentor Mentee
*If you are unsure, as a rough guide, a mentor would have 5+ years in their industry and would be at a manager level or higher.
Pricing: Mentees - $65 for ICON WA members and $80 for non-members. Mentors and Students - gratis. (This cost covers your entry to the launch event.)
PERSONAL DETAILS
NAME
JOB TITLE
SECTOR
AREAS OF INTEREST AND EXPERTISE
COMPANY
OFFICE ADDRESS
OFFICE PHONE
MOBILE PHONE
YEARS’ EXPERIENCE
LINK TO LINKEDIN PROFILE (for matching)
CAREER SUMMARY
PROFILE INCLUDING ANY SPECIFIC GOALS
E.g. I graduated from XYZ University in 2006 and commenced a career in FMCG marketing before moving across to professional services in I have since worked in comms/bus development/marketing roles with the view to heading up a BD stream in the future. My interests include brand management and on the weekends I love training for marathons!
CURRENT POSITION
TITLE/ROLE
COMPANY
LENGTH OF TENURE
PREVIOUS POSITION
MENTORING PROGRAM | ICON WA | 2017
THE INFLUENCE, COLLABORATION & OPPORTUNITY NETWORK FOR B2B PROFESSIONALS

6. MATCHING QUESTIONS
Why do you want to be involved in the ICON Mentoring Program and are there any skills you are looking to develop?
What are you looking for from your mentoring relationship and what characteristics best describe your ideal mentor/mentee?
What type of industry/sector are you most interested in learning more about? (e.g. legal, accounting, engineering, consulting, media, advertising, other)
Are there any specific skills or leadership experience you would like to see from your ideal mentor/mentee?
What is your elevator pitch? (short description how you might introduce yourself, demonstrating your personal brand/unique characteristics)
Are there any other comments, information or preferences you would like us to consider? (e.g. location, charity, common interests)
MENTORING PROGRAM | ICON WA | 2017
THE INFLUENCE, COLLABORATION & OPPORTUNITY NETWORK FOR B2B PROFESSIONALS

7. MENTORING PROGRAM CONTACTS
Kristy Rewell (Mentoring Program Coordinator) |
Christa Queern (WA ICON Chair) |
Zoe de Reus (WA ICON Vice Chair) |