Michigan Presenters is excited to announce a second annual cohort of the Michigan Presenters Mentorship Program! Designed to create cross-generational mentorship, networking, and peer support, we are seeking applicants for this program that are passionate about sharing knowledge, asking questions, learning from others, and creating connections.
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Program Goals
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Facilitate genuine cross-generational connection and mentorship
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Professional development and knowledge transfer specific to the performing arts presenting field
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Networking and peer support; support for new and emerging talent, as well as long-serving professionals
Timeline
July 1, 2023 Applications open
July 14, 2023 Applications due
July 25, 2023 Matches Confirmed
August 2023 – March 2024 Mentorship Program Period
August 2023 Full Cohort Kick-off
Monthly Individual Mentorship Team Zoom
Meetings
March 2024 Full Cohort Wrap-up
Structure
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Three-person Mentorship Teams with one experienced professional, one mid-career, and one new to the field.
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Full 2023-24 Cohort to meet at least twice, at minimum for the program’s kick-off and conclusion. Additional Cohort gatherings may occur as part of conferences and/or regional meet ups.
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Individual Mentorship Teams to meet via Zoom monthly over the 8-month program period.
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Team matches will be made based on goals expressed for the program by each applicant, professional goals, experience, and personality.
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One Michigan Presenters board member will check in with team members throughout the 8-month program period for feedback and support.
Participant Expectations
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Employed by an organization that is a member of the Michigan Presenters Network.
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Attend Cohort kick-off and wrap-up sessions.
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Participation in 90% of monthly Membership Team meetings.
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Participation in a majority of MPN Member meetings, regional meet ups, conferences, and other membership-wide initiatives
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Participate in program evaluation.