The Soundings Trade Only Group this week announced that its Women in the Industry 1+1 Mentoring Program will take place June 17-26.
The program invites professionals at all stages of their careers to participate in one-on-one, virtual mentoring sessions with marine industry leaders. Originally created to support emerging professionals, the program has evolved to reflect the industry’s growing desire for continued mentorship, learning and connection at every career level.
“The 1+1 Mentoring Program is about creating connections that strengthen careers and our industry as a whole,” Michele Goldsmith, vice president and general manager of the Soundings Trade Only Group, said in a statement. “One of the strongest messages we heard from the industry was that mentorship is valuable at every stage of a career. This year’s expanded program reflects that feedback and creates more opportunities for professionals to learn from one another.”
Individuals engage in personalized, 40-minute conversations focused on leadership, career growth, professional development and navigating opportunities within the industry. All genders are welcome to participate.
A virtual kickoff event June 17 from 9 to 10:30 a.m. (ET) will feature the panel discussion “Building the Next Generation of Leaders.” The panel will include Carly Hysell, associate director of global public relations and communications at Garmin; Caroline Carnahan, CEO and co-founder of Springfield Marine Group; and Victoria Low, CEO of the Magenta Project.
The registration period is May 15-31.
1+1 is sponsored by Yamaha Watercraft, West Marine, MarineMax, Springfield Marine, Sea Tow, Garmin and the Marine Retailers Association of the Americas.
