The Association of Event Venues (AEV) has, today, unveiled a new mentoring programme for junior event managers.
The programme rose out of the junior event managers working group which launched in January of this year.
Intended for newly qualified and junior event managers, event assistants or co-ordinators starting their careers, or any venue placement students studying or training for a career in event management, the mentoring programme offers a fully customised 12-month plan to support growth and career development.
Rachel Parker, director, AEV said “We are delighted to introduce the new mentoring programme. It is important we invest in our industry’s future and ensuring the talent grows and learns from current experience is vital.”
Jill Wadge, team manager – event management (conferences & exhibitions), Scottish Event Campus (SEC) and current event managers working group chair, commented “We are excited about the mentoring programme, it gives us a chance to share and shape those following in our footsteps. The next generation, so to speak, are enthusiastic about the industry and looking to increase their expertise, confidence and all-round event industry knowledge.”
Parker added, “Thank you to our member event managers and heads of events for volunteering their time, experience, knowledge and passion for our industry.”
Candidates can peruse the mentors via the AEV website, review their bios and select the preferred person to support their career. Once paired with a mentor a start date is agreed to suit both parties. All sessions are confidential.
Author: Adam Parry
Adam is the co-founder and editor of www.eventindustrynews.com Adam, a technology evangelist also organises Event Tech Live, Europe’s only show dedicated to event technology and the Event Technology Awards. Both events take place in November, London.
