CREW Atlanta Mentoring Program
Applications will be available October 15th for Mentors and Proteges.
CREW Atlanta Mentoring is a structured, year-long professional development program designed to cultivate emerging talent, foster meaningful relationships, and encourage the exchange of knowledge and experience. Through guided mentorship, participants gain greater professional confidence, enhance their strategic thinking skills, and expand their visibility within the commercial real estate industry. Mentoring provides a unique opportunity to accelerate professional growth, gain valuable insights, and build connections that can have a lasting impact throughout one's career.
MISSION STATEMENT:
CREW Atlanta Mentorship program exists to advance, empower, and retain women in Commercial Real Estate by pairing emerging professionals with experienced industry leaders.
TIMELINE:
October 15, 2025 – November 30th: Applications accepted
January 2026 - Speed Networking Event and Kick Off
January 2026 – Protégé and Mentors will receive notice of their pairings
February 1, 2026 – Commitment Letters Due
May 2026 - Event Two - Lunch Speaker
August 2026 - Table Topics - Breakfast Event
December 2, 2026 - Closing Event
BENEFITS:
CREW Atlanta Mentoring participants will:
Develop close relationships with cohorts and other participants
Build contact networks with other leaders in CRE and gain exposure beyond your immediate professional circle
Strengthen your own leadership and communication through reflection and advising
Gain exposure to diverse experiences, perspectives and career paths
Proteges can:
Build confidence in their professional abilities and decision-making
Expand industry knowledge and understanding of career opportunities
Receive guidance on career planning
Learn from real-world experiences, challenges, and successes
Accelerate professional and personal development
Mentors can:
Gain fresh perspectives and insights from emerging professionals
Enhance their ability to develop and inspire others
Experience the personal satisfaction of contributing to another's growth and success
Increase engagement within the CREW Atlanta community
Refine their own skills and knowledge through meaningful dialogue and reflection
Leave a lasting impact on the future of the commercial real estate industry
DETAILS
This is a year-long program where mentors and protégé pairs (CREW Mates) will meet independently with each other with guidance and support from the program leaders. There will be quarterly in person events. Accountability and ownership of your participation is expected. A formal commitment letter will be required prior to starting the program. Participation in the Mentoring Program for CREW members is one of the benefits of membership and there is no cost for members. We welcome non-CREW members to register as proteges. There will be a fee of $250 for non-members.
Some potential topics that may be covered are:
• Current struggles the protégé may be experiencing
• Strengths and leadership identity
• Negotiation
• Confidence
• Leadership and Influence
• Personal Branding
• Technical expertise building
• Long-term career pathways
