Bridge Builders Mid-Level to Senior-Level Mentorship Program

Apply for the 2026 Fall Cohort. Applications close Sept. 1.

Virtual Orientation: Sept. 2 | 6-7 PM

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The Bridge Builders Mentorship Program is designed to provide tech professionals with the opportunity to build a relationship with and learn from senior executives. Mentors will have the opportunity to share their learned and lived experiences to help mid-level tech professionals advance in their careers.

“The most rewarding part of my experience as part of this programme is to learn & grow through the lens of the mentees via their challenges and their difficulties in navigating life, making assumptions on risk, and calculating their trajectories.”

-Andrew Su, Senior Cybersecurity Analyst and Bridge Builders Mentor

“For me, it was a great experience […] we had a good program and some great discussions, and the team was able to gain some insights and coaching moments along the way as they explored their career aspirations“

-Atul Verna, CEO of Coredian and Bridge Builders Mentor

Program Overview

This program fosters an environment where seasoned professionals can share their valuable, real-world experiences and expertise to guide and support mid-level tech professionals as they navigate their career paths. Through this mentorship, participants can gain personalized advice, uncover strategies for overcoming career challenges, and receive guidance on advancing to the next level.

 

  • Participating mentors are matched with 1-3 mentees.
  • Small group mentoring sessions are mandatory monthly for six months; 1:1 mentoring is optional
  • The time commitment is flexible but can range from 1-4 hours per month
  • A volunteer group coordinator will manage scheduling and communications.
  • The recommended meeting format is a hybrid model, involving a combination of virtual and in-person meetings.

 

 

The Problem

Participants benefit from learning firsthand from senior-level professionals, gaining guidance on managing teams and advancing within their careers. This program helps build strong professional networks and supports upward mobility in the tech field.

 

Lack of Formal Mentors

  • While 76% of professionals recognize the importance of having a mentor, only 37% currently have one.

Skill Development

  • A 2025 survey revealed that 83% of businesses consider it important to develop leaders at all levels, yet less than 5% have implemented leadership development programs across all levels.

 

 

Our Solution

The Bridge Builders Mid-Level to Senior-Level Mentorship Program offers a range of solutions to help mid-level tech professionals refine their leadership and management skills, advance in their careers, and build strong professional relationships.

 

1:1 Executive Mentorship

  • Participants are paired with senior executives who offer personalized guidance, share career insights, and help navigate challenges—an approach that 75% of executives credit as a key factor in their success.

Career Advancement Strategies

  • Mentors help mentees identify opportunities for growth, refine their professional goals, and create actionable plans for career progression.

Increased Productivity

  • Companies who implement formal mentorship programs experience a 72% increase in productivity.

 

 

Mentee Qualifications

 

  • Must be a technology professional
  • Required title or position: Supervisor or above
  • Manage staff of 1-3 people
  • Must report to an executive director and above
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Mentor Qualifications

 

  • Required title or position: Executive Director, VP, C-Suite, Managing Partner, or Board Director
  • Must be available for at least one hour per month for mentoring sessions.
  • Must supervise at least five direct reports.
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Interested in Sponsoring this Program?

 

Multiple sponsorship opportunities are available to you! View the program prospectus below!

 

Program Prospectus