Mentee

Seeking a Mentor?

Are you a professional looking to gain industry insights and accelerate your career growth from an experienced economic development professional? Apply to be a MEDA Mentee today! Ideal candidates are eager to learn, open to guidance, and committed to actively engaging in a structured mentorship experience. Mentees should be prepared to set goals, seek insights from experienced professionals, and build lasting connections within Maryland’s economic development community.

Mentee Requirements

• Schedule an initial meeting to establish goals, define expectations, and align on communication preferences 
• Conduct monthly check-ins with your mentor (in-person or virtual) to discuss progress toward goals, challenges, and opportunities for improvement
• Attend at least two Quarterly Group Coaching Sessions
• Participate in at least one industry event, conference, or webinar with your mentor
• Maintain MEDA Membership
• Complete a midway check-in survey and an end-of-year evaluation

2025/2026 Cohort Timeline

• Application Period: April 27 – August 1, 2025
• Application Review: August 2 – August 22, 2025
• Mentor/Mentee Matching: August 25 – August 29, 2025
• Program Start: September 1, 2025
• End of Year One: August 1, 2026

Mentorship Program participants must be MEDA members. Not a member yet? Sign up here!