Forum Mentoring Program


THE 2026 FORUM MENTORING APPLICATION IS NOW CLOSED.

Mentoring Program 2027

We are thrilled by the enthusiasm for our mentoring program. The 2026 Forum Mentoring Program has been filled.

Applications for our 2027 program will open October 1, 2026.


Find the application process and criteria here.

The Forum Mentoring Program is a one-of-a-kind professional development experience for emerging women leaders in the Philadelphia region. Established in 2006, the program has benefited more than 400 mentees and serves as a way for Forum members to give back to the next generation of women leaders. The program’s focus is to enhance the leadership abilities and to elevate the skill level of emerging women leaders who have a desire and the potential to advance in their careers.


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Program Overview

  • Duration: This is a 12-month program beginning with an orientation each December. Mentees attend monthly mentoring circles in either Center City or King of Prussia. There are no meetings during the summer months. 
     
  • Format: Two groups of mentee circles meet monthly to discuss a variety of professional topics (career goals, personal and career development, workplace challenges, etc.). Topics are selected by the consensus of each circle. 
  • Please note that all sessions are group sessions. This is not a personal coaching program or a 1:1 mentoring experience. 
     
  • Exposure to Forum Members: Mentees have a unique ability to meet and network with Forum members each month. Forum members provide guidance and facilitation on topics for each monthly meeting.


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Sponsor Benefit

Advocate sponsors and above may nominate a qualified mentee from their company to benefit from the Forum Mentorship Program.


Learn more about Sponsorship with The Forum.

The Forum Mentoring Program is made possible by the generosity of Forum sponsors Brandywine Realty Trust and CliftonLarsonAllen.