1. MENTORING 2013-2014 P ROGRAM Y EAR Alex Alvarez Peter Dill ISM Houston Mentoring July 29, 2013

2. Mentoring Program Summary Mission: – A volunteer service offered by ISM-Houston members for students, professionals and in transition professionals who are members of an ISM- Houston and student affiliate 2013-2014 Goals: To advance the 3 demographics being student, professionals and individuals in transition socialization into the supply chain business world – Encourages students to pursue Supply Management career paths – Develops current members & future leaders of ISM-Houston – Provide a support resource for the professional in-transition Primary Metrics and Targets – Meet program plan target dates and budget – At least 30 mentors/mentees participate with mentoring program – 90% of participants complete the term of the mentoring calendar year

3. Mentoring Program Benefits to the Mentee – Learn from a seasoned professional – Acquire new knowledge and perceptions – Acquire insight on company cultures, dynamics, politics and etiquette – Make new contacts and grow a network – Gain greater career clarity – Gain self confidence – Opportunity to gain insight for further development via partnering with Career Services

4. Mentoring Program Benefits to the Mentor – Opportunity to share expertise and relive professional experiences. – Demonstrate ability to develop new and current talent – Acquire a fresh perspective on professional issues and work/life balance (get out of your rut!) – Perform a valuable community service – Advance ISM standards for current and future generations of ISM professionals – Playing a valuable role of supporting individuals In- Transition – Pay it forward!

5. Mentoring Program What this Program is not — A work program, whether for pay or for free. An avenue for the student, professional, or in- transition professional to seek employment, internship or full time, with the Mentor’s company or organization. In any way affiliated with any internship program at the Mentor’s company or organization.

6. Mentoring Program General Guidelines – Mentor is advisor/coach only – No compensation is to be provided to either the Mentor or the Mentee – If there are any questions regarding the mentor/mentee relationship, do not hesitate to contact any of the program chairs: Alex Alvarez, alvarez.alex@gmail.comalvarez.alex@gmail.com Peter Dill, peterdill89@gmail.competerdill89@gmail.com Michelle To, UH Student Contact, alumni@ismbauer.orgalumni@ismbauer.org Dr. Victor Wayhan, UH Faculty Contact, vwayhan@uh.edu vwayhan@uh.edu

7. Mentoring Program Time Requirements – Six month commitment – Sessions should occur once or twice a month – Sessions should run about 1-1/2 hours each – Pre-arranged meeting times and locations determined by matched pair – Sessions held on campus, at mentor’s place of business or in public location such as Starbuck’s

8. Mentoring Program Mentor & Mentee Commitment – Value each other’s time – Respect the each other’s experience and knowledge – Stay in touch – Keep scheduled appointments – Be on time and be prepared – Require mentee participate with Career Services Workshops in focus areas such as Current Career Enhancement, Job Transition Support and Networking – Be fully engaged

9. Mentoring Program Suggested First Meeting – First meeting at the mentor’s place of work – sets the tone – Identify and agree on goals, venue, time, frequency, rules of engagement, etc. – Tour the mentor’s workplace – Review resumes of both Mentee and Mentor – Set the next meeting date at the end of every session

10. Mentoring Program Suggested Activities Over the 6 Months – Discuss career goals, paths, challenges and possibilities – Review Curriculum Options – Discuss current business issues – Talk about various industries and roles – Attend a business meeting with mentor – Discuss a typical day-in-the-life – Attend professional association meeting – Provide feedback on student’s course work – Practice interviewing skills

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