Mentoring Program
The Judith Sayler Mentoring Program
Unlock Your Potential Through Mentorship – Deadline to Apply is closed for 2026.
One of the most rewarding benefits available to our Professional Members, Associate Members, and Scholarship Recipients is our formal Mentoring Program which kicks off at the beginning of each year, lasting approximately 10 months. Be sure to check the Events Calendar or contact the Chapter Administrator for the official start date!
In this exclusive program, mentees of all ages and career stages are thoughtfully matched with experienced mentors—seasoned leaders within our chapter—who are passionate about guiding the next generation of facility professionals and associates.
Through one-on-one mentorship, participants gain:
- Personalized guidance on career development and growth
- Insights into the FM industry and best practices
- Opportunities to clarify goals, enhance skills and unlock professional potential
For emerging professionals and associate members who support the FM industry, the program also provides invaluable exposure to the world of FM, helping them take the first confident steps toward a fulfilling career. Join us and take advantage of this transformative experience—where knowledge, opportunity and connection come together to shape the future of FM.
Time Commitment
The mentoring program will last approximately ten-months with the mentee and mentor pairs meeting for one-on-one meetings in person or virtually for a minimum of 2 hours per month. Mentees and mentors are also required to attend the in-person and remote events (see schedule below).
The pairs will attend a mid-year group meeting for mentees to share their progress and networking. The program culminates with an end-of-year presentation on progress and an awards ceremony.
Mentoring Program Dates for 2026:
- January 14th – Mentoring Kick-Off Networking
- January 30th – Deadline to send in applications to be a mentee or mentor
- February 11th – First Meeting, Location: Moreno & Associates, Inc. 782 Auzerais Ave, San Jose, CA 95126
- March 18th – Check in calls (remote)
- April 15th – Second Meeting, Location TBD
- May 20th – Check in calls (remote)
- June 17th – Third Meeting, Mid-year Presentations, Location TBD
- July 15th – Check in calls (remote)
- August 19th – Fourth Meeting, Location TBD
- September 16th – Check in calls (remote)
- October 21st – Graduation and Awards Ceremony, Location TBD
Learn More
To learn more about the Mentoring Program, please download the Mentoring Program Brochure which gives an overview of the program and explains the roles and responsibilities of the mentee and of the mentor.
Interested in Joining
The Mentoring Program is open to members only. If you are interested in joining the program as either a mentee or a mentor, please complete the fillable application forms below by the deadline.
If you have any questions, please contact our chapter administrator at [email protected].
Comments from 2025 participants:
“The "speed-dating" kickoff and pairing-up was a great start.”
“I think that the networking aspect of the program is especially helpful and the meetings gave everyone a chance to get to know each other.”
“The mentor/mentee program was the best experience I‘ve had in the IFMA organization.”
“The program provided endless resources from people who have years and years of expert knowledge and experience.”
