WISE Within Local Program

WISE Seattle Mentorship Program:
WISE Within

Local, one-to-one in-person mentorship in Seattle starts May 2025!

The WISE Seattle Mentorship Program, WISE Within, connects women at various career stages to facilitate professional development through 1:1 mentoring sessions and group activities.

Eligibility:

To participate, you must be a professional-level WISE member in good standing through 2025. Membership will be verified, and applicants must meet the following requirements:

  • Mentee: Early Career – 1-5 years of experience
  • Mentee: Professional – 8+ years of experience
  • Mentor: Professional – 5+ years of experience
  • Mentor: Executive – 15+ years of experience or currently at the executive level
Program Timeline:
  • Receiving Applications: until March 31, 2025
  • Kickoff Session: May 2025
  • Social & Service Group Events: Throughout The Summer
  • Wrap-Up Retreat: October 2025

How It Works:

WISE Within provides members an opportunity to:

  • Build a mentoring relationship through one-on-one mentoring sessions.
  • Attend group sessions that foster networking, career discussions, and problem-solving.
  • Create an individual growth plan to focus on specific career goals over the program's six-month duration.
  • The mentoring process is collaborative and confidential, ensuring mutual support, trust, and goal-setting from the outset.

How to Apply:

The application process has begun! After submission, WISE Seattle will conduct interviews to best match mentor-mentee pairs.

    Program Expectations:

    • Participants commit to a one-to-one mentoring relationship.
    • Mentees will develop a growth plan to improve one specific skill during the program.
    • Mentors will guide mentees in creating actionable steps for measurable progress.
    • Group sessions will offer opportunities for broader professional connections and career discussions.

    Why Participate?

    The program allows mentors to share insights, while mentees bring fresh perspectives. It’s a valuable opportunity for both parties to grow and expand their networks.
     
    Benefits of Being a Mentor:
     
    • Guide and nurture the next generation of leaders.
    • Expand your professional network.
    • Learn from mid-level professionals’ values and work styles.
    • Enhance your communication skills.

    Benefits of Being a Mentee: 

    • Learn from an experienced professional.
    • Gain new perspectives on challenges and opportunities.
    • Expand your network and develop a strategic career focus.

    Join WISE Within Seattle to gain the support, skills, and connections that empower you to thrive—because advancing your career is easier with the right network. Whether you're a mentor ready to shape future leaders or a mentee seeking fresh perspectives, the Mentorship Program offers meaningful connections and real development. How will you grow your career—and someone else’s?

    Words From Past Participants

    Logan Clements, Freelance Event Producer, Logan Strategy Group, Mentee: “My mentor helped me through several big decisions, and I’m grateful for the time and energy the WISE team put into this program.”



    Angela Sgarlata, Production Manager, ROOT Sports NW, Mentor: “WISE did a great job pairing me with my mentee. I gained new perspectives and confidence in my work experiences.”



    Eloise Evans, Sr. Client Services Coordinator, BDA LLC, Mentee: “I appreciated the chance to connect with people outside my usual circle, gaining insights from their experiences.”