I have absolutely loved working with my mentees this year. I believe it is our responsibility as professionals to empower others and help them discover a new perspective. The AMI program has been wonderful in providing structured focus topics, whilst giving the flexibility for mentees to work through a particular problem in any given month. I would highly recommend the program to both mentors and mentees as a most rewarding experience.

The mentor-mentee relationship is a special one where you have not just the opportunity to give back to the profession and contribute to the development of a future leader, but also to better understand the next generation coming into our industry. AMI's Emerging Marketers is a stand-out program which cleverly ensures a match between individuals with common interests or styles while also providing structure, process and professional development sessions for the mentees. The great combination of informal and formal learning, while building relationships and sharing experiences is why I so highly recommend the program to other Certified Practising Marketers who may be considering being a mentor.

I was thrilled to be a Mentor in the AMI Emerging Marketers program, it was is so rewarding to watch another marketer grow, as well as to continually understand the challenges faced in todays landscape. It is such a mutually rewarding experience, and an opportunity to give support and guidance that I would have loved two decades ago when I was starting out. The professional development webinars run along the program were also so interesting. A wonderful program and an exceptional opportunity for leaders in marketing to give back.

I was perfectly matched with my mentee. Thank you to AMI for providing this opportunity. We had an instant connection and were able to dig deep very quickly and progress through challenges and opportunities. The experience cemented the great work AMI are doing to help build the best of the best Australian marketers.

I have had the privilege of being a mentor in this program for a number of years and each year I really value the opportunity to meet young marketers. I’m always inspired by the opportunities that this program offers, both for mentees and also mentors. It’s terrific to hear mentees ideas and aspirations for their careers and this gives me new ideas and insights into my own work. Mentoring is so important for everyone of all ages, not only marketers. To have some insight into the nuances of your chosen role/profession and having the opportunity to work with someone who has gained experience in that role/profession is so valuable.

The AMI Mentoring Program over 7 months covers lots of soft skill topics that you don’t traditionally learn at University. From building self awareness and your personal Brand to being more planned in building your network. I enjoyed mentoring students and great to meet such smart, motivated young marketers.