Mentoring

Mentoring Program

The WX Mentoring Program is designed to promote the advancement of women in the real estate profession. Now in its twelfth year, the program matches WX Scholars with WX members as mentors. Through formal programs and both formal and informal mentoring, the program provides young women at the start of their careers in the real estate industry the opportunity to leverage the knowledge and experience of WX members. All WX Scholars are eligible to participate in the structured program for two years.

Events

The Mentoring programs aim to present a combination of educational and professional development events, and to address current topics for discussion and analysis. The 2023-2024 Mentoring Program included the following events:

Kick of Cocktail Reception | The program kicked-off the year with a cocktail party for the first event in September. WX Mentor-Mentee pairs met and gathered for an evening of networking with appetizers and refreshments at Venable LLP. The evening was a spectacular success. Mentor-Mentee pairs met for the first time and became acquainted and started building meaningful relationships.
Staying in Balance | In January, the WX Mentoring Committee welcomed Vibrant, a group that leads wellness initiatives and is dedicated to helping people achieve mental and emotional well-being through groundbreaking solutions that deliver high-quality support, when, where, and how they need it. WX mentees and mentors participated in a workshop to better understand how mental health intersects with work productivity and success, as well as feel empowered to manage work affairs with confidence. The event was split up into two segments on “Understanding the ‘Thinking’ and ‘Doing’ Brain” and “Addressing Wellness.”
The Ultimate Career Night | The Mentoring Program hosted its ninth annual Career Night event in March. The symposium style event comprised panels on Asset & Investment Management, Development, Design, & Construction, as well as Multi Sectors. Participants selected two of these panels, each hosted by WX Members who shared personal stories as well as practical advice for how to succeed in their fields of expertise. The event concluded with Mentor-Mentee networking over light bites and refreshments.
Ask For More | In April, the Mentoring Committee hosted a private roundtable discussion at J.P. Morgan on how to effectively negotiate in various situations by asking the right questions. It was an event designed to provide a forum for mentees to ask questions, discuss issues they are facing in the workplace, and seek advice from WX members. Over lunch, WX members shared past experiences and helpful tips they’ve learned throughout their careers. Participants received a complimentary copy of Wall Street Journal best seller: Ask For More by Alexandra Carter.
Being Values-Driven |In May, the WX Mentoring Committee hosted a one-hour Zoom workshop, led by Elaine Kleinberg to help provide mentees with tools to discover their core values and use that information to ensure their goals are aligned. The workshop focused on first understanding individual and personal core values before setting personal and professional goals. The message mentees were able to take away from the workshop was that their core values are fundamental to their being, and when their goals are aligned with their core values, they will know they’re on the right path to success.
Final Event Boat Cruise |The WX Mentoring Program invited mentees and mentors aboard the Luxury Yacht Manhattan for an evening boat ride around Manhattan to celebrate the successful conclusion of another great program year! Attendees enjoyed a beautiful spring evening in the company of one-another, while taking in the views over cocktails refreshments.
Personal Finance & Investment Planning | An optional one-hour Zoom workshop was hosted by CFP Planning & Investments Professional, Jeffrey Quinn of Wilmington Trust. Jeff addressed the daunting task of navigating personal finances, especially with today’s student loans and current economic state. Many young professionals face challenges in gaining control of their financial lives amidst these pressures. In this session, mentees gained practical knowledge on navigating financial decisions, understanding investments, and building a secure financial future from a seasoned expert in this field.