The Goldie Initiative Mentor Program
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Question: How can I get a Mentor assigned to me through The Goldie Initiative?
Answer: Current Goldie Scholars are assigned mentors shortly after being accepted into the program for the academic year. Once they graduate, Goldie Scholars are welcome to continue the relationship with their Goldie Mentors informally, schedule permitting. 

Question: What is the time commitment of a Goldie Mentor?
Answer: We suggest mentors and mentees meet monthly virtually or in-person. Mentors are invited to exclusive networking events and leadership training sessions that we hope you can attend. Mentors are also encouraged to attend a networking event and host a job-shadow day if possible.   

Question: How can I apply to be a Mentor with The Goldie Initiative?
Answer: Complete the Mentor Interest Form. 

Question: How are Mentors assigned to Goldie Scholars?
Answer: Goldie Scholars complete a mentorship questionnaire which helps the Mentor Matching Task Force create the matches. The pool of potential mentors is built from The Goldie Initiative network and CRE executives who complete the Mentor Interest Form.  

Question: How many Goldie Mentors are assigned each academic year?
Answer: There are approximately 40 Primary Mentors assigned to Goldie Scholars each academic year. 

Question: What happens if I am a Mentor candidate but unassigned to a specific Goldie Scholar?
Answer: All Mentors – assigned and unassigned – are entered into The Goldie Initiative’s Mentor Resource Pool, which is a developing network of senior executive women in the Commercial Real Estate Industry.  

Question: I don’t have time to fulfill all of the required expectations to be a considered a Goldie Mentor, but I still want to advise Goldie Scholars and/or Alumnae on a limited basis. How can I help?
Answer: Join Goldie Connect to connect with rising stars in CRE. Email Kelsey Cleland, kcleland@goldieinitiative.org for more information.

Question: What is Goldie Connect?
Answer: Please visit our Goldie Connect page.

Do you have another question? Contact us.