The Ceresa Mentor Program
A radically better mentoring experience… for mentors.
The Ceresa Mentor Program is an invitation-only, volunteer program for exceptional humans committed both to supporting a new generation of leaders and seeking their own continued personal growth.
Why mentor with Ceresa?
Maximize Your Impact
Fully prepared and motivated mentees (two months of self-work and coaching to prepare)
The power of seven hours: make a long-lasting impact with limited time off your calendar.
Magical matches: we match using 70+ professional & personal data points
100% virtual delivery means no time in traffic or coffee shops. Safely create real impact without leaving your office or home
Grow as a Mentor
Receive comprehensive training and resources on mentoring best practices
Navigate difficult topics with your mentee using practical discussion guides and resources
Our engaged community of mentors and Ceresa experts are there to support your journey
Thrive as a Leader
Rich professional enrichment for you (e.g., joining a for-profit board; stepping into CEO roles, storytelling workshops, and more)
Access to an exclusive online community of diverse leaders and in-person events
Opportunities to elevate your public profile with speaking and editorial opportunities
“I absolutely LOVED mentoring my mentee. She was motivated, engaged, and worked hard on her journey for the entire time.
I feel the tools provided are great for mentors to use and prepare for each session. I honestly wouldn't change anything about the mentor experience from the Ceresa side. I am so thankful for the opportunity to give back, and I would absolutely mentor again…”
— CFO, Major Health Organization & Ceresa Mentor
You’ll be in great company.
Ceresa Mentor Community Breakdown (%) by Title
An exclusive, vibrant community of growth-minded leaders around the world.
50%+ are C-level, 75% hold VP or above title
Rich experience across tech, consumer products, healthcare, finance, nonprofit…
Deep expertise in operations, engineering, product, finance, HR, marketing…
Diverse lived experiences including race, sexual orientation, gender identity, military service, family and marital situation, disability, immigrants, first-generation college…
Located throughout the US, Europe, and India
From our Mentors…
“I felt our meetings were productive, my mentee was always prepared, and we had clear items to discuss (that I had experience in)... It was great to pour my time and attention into a clearly defined relationship where I could support someone from outside my ‘circle.’”
“The best attribute of this program was the “fast track” of getting to the crux of what my mentee needed. Not having a coffee date without clear needs and watching the relationship stagger is a relief!”
“Seeing immense growth in my mentee in such a short period of time was really rewarding. The clarity with which she can now define her goals and devise plans to achieve them, as well as her clearly expanded confidence are amazing. I'm glad I could play even a small role in helping her get there.”
FAQs
How does the program work?
Ceresa offers a nine-month Leadership Accelerator for rising leaders, combining structured assessments and 360 feedback, three executive coaching sessions, data-driven mentor matching, and six months of high-impact, external mentorship (that’s you!) to drive meaningful change.
What is your business model?
Ceresa is a mission-driven, for-profit company. Companies or individual participants pay to go through the 9-month Leadership Accelerator at pricing that is highly affordable compared with alternatives such as executive coaching.
Our mentors work on a volunteer basis: we hold ourselves to a very high standard to ensure that they have both an incredible mentoring experience and rich opportunities for continued professional and personal growth.
Am I the right fit to be a Ceresa mentor?
Ceresa Mentors reflect a growing global, diverse community of leaders. We are always looking for successful professionals passionate about mentoring – we’d be thrilled to have a conversation with you to assess a mutual fit.
What is the time commitment?
Once matched with your mentee, you’ll engage once a month for six months: prep and meeting time generally take 70 minutes/month on average.
And, everything is virtual, so no need to determine a meeting place or fight traffic. We find that also means less small talk and more impact!
What if I’d like to sign up but can’t start mentoring right away?
Please, join us! As part of your onboarding, just let us know in the platform when you’ll be available for matching.
Who might I be matched with to mentor?
Ceresa participants range from first-time manager to C-level executive and are on a strong leadership track. They come to us in three ways: sponsored by our partner employers, directly as individuals investing in their own growth, and through our annual scholarship program focused on leaders in the nonprofit sector.
How is the content delivered?
You – and your mentee – will be supported throughout your journey with high-impact, researched based tools and curriculum, all delivered virtually and on-demand (and today, in English) through the Ceresa platform.
In addition to training materials, you’ll have full digital access to your mentee’s assessments, goals, and notes.
The Power of Mentoring
Together, we’re changing the face of tomorrow’s leadership. With Ceresa, a new generation of diverse leaders are changing their trajectories with high-impact mentoring, coaching, and more.
Are you ready to join us?
Sign up to make it official.