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The South West Leaders Program is a mentorship initiative aimed at supporting professional development within the South West community.

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The 2026 Program is in progress currently, submit an EOI for 2027's cohort to swleaders@bgcci.com.au

If you're thinking about professional growth, take the first step:

Be part of a mentorship pairing that suits your experience and goals as a Mentor or Mentee
Share leadership journeys with your match and the wider cohort
Network
Build meaningful relationships
Set goals

Who is the program for:

Open to all individuals in the South West
Across all levels and stages of leadership journey

How does the program work:

This initiative is free
Set your own goals and meeting schedule, with an expectation of monthly catchups
Mentees are expected to drive the relationship, with assistance and support from the Mentor.
Many people in the program have participated multiple times.

How are Mentor/Mentee matches made:

Participants are thoughtfully matched based on their goals, industry experience, areas of interest, and the skills or insights they are hoping to gain or share. The pairing process considers where mentors and mentees can best support each other, creating meaningful connections that encourage growth, learning, and mutual value.

The Program is supported by a series of events & activities, (some which will incur costs of tickets):"

Networking events such as keynote speaker breakfasts and sundowners
Annual Leadership Conference
Leadership 30’s & 60’s – online webinars featuring guest speakers from around the world
A regular newsletter with insights from local & international leaders

‍‍Am I a Mentor or Mentee?

Mentor:

Provide support and guidance by sharing knowledge and personal experiences to help mentees to navigate their goals
Actively listen and ask open-ended questions to encourage reflection and discussion
Offer constructive feedback and help the mentee set achievable goals

‍Mentee:‍

Engage actively by being open and honest about your goals and challenges, seeking guidance where needed
Set clear personal and professional development goals and take the initiative to schedule meetings
Be receptive to feedback, approaching it with an open mind and demonstrating respect for the mentor's time and insights

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Please note that both Mentors and Mentees must commit to the full program. Success in the program requires regular contact and participating in the learning events. Meetings do not all need to be face to face, so geographical location should not be considered an obstacle.

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The South West Leaders Program is open to Chamber Members & Non-Members.

In the unlikely event that a match is not working (availability, timing, work demands, incompatibility, etc), there is a No-Fault Exit Clause. A reserve list of Mentors and Mentees will be available, if needed.

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