Marketing Mentorship Program

Whatever your marketing specialty, this program is your opportunity to receive one-on-one guidance and support from a member of the Chicago marketing community. You’ll be matched with an experienced professional based on areas of mutual interest and expertise.

• Get info about the 2026–27 marketing mentors
• Apply to be a protégé

Key Benefits

1. Growth and development tailored to your marketing career
2. Learn from a marketing pro who has successfully managed their own career growth
3. Network with members of the Chicago marketing community at two in-person events

Protégés should be:

• employed in a marketing position
• an emerging marketing professional with 1–5 years of experience
• able to provide clear goals for participation in the program
• willing to commit to actively participate and engage with mentors for 9 monthly one-on-one meetings (September through May)
• a current member of AMA Chicago (non-members may purchase a 1-year membership during registration)

Mentors are sought from all marketing specialties, including market research, social media, DEI, digital/SEO and project management. Share your valuable experience in managing your own career and overcoming obstacles. Apply to be a mentor.

Mentors must have:

• 10+ years of professional marketing experience
• a proven track record of success in senior marketing roles
• strong communication and leadership skills
• willingness to provide guidance, support, and constructive feedback
• a current AMA Chicago membership
• availability for an initial training session and monthly one-on-one meetings with a protégé