CFA Society Chicago
Mentorship Program Overview
Tentative 2026 SCHEDULE
Mentor Profile Collection: November 2026 – December 2026
Mentee Application Collection:November 2026 – December 2026
Only CFA charterholders that are current with their CFA Society Chicago dues will be considered for program selection.
Mentee Application Selection & Matching: December 2026 – January 2027
The Mentorship Program Subcommittee will select mentees through a blind application review process. Selection and pairing notification emails will be sent out in January 2027. Mentor-Mentee matches will be made with consideration of similarities in professional backgrounds/interests, and stated goals for the program.
Program Orientation: January 2027
CFA Society Chicago will host a networking event that will include a program overview presentation and opportunity for Mentor-Mentee pairs to meet and begin planning for the program.
Program Duration: 6 months from Orientation Meeting (January 2027 through July 2027)
Suggested Meeting Schedule: 1 Mentee-Mentor Mixer + 1 Meeting/Month + optional attendance at one non-Mentorship Program CFA event together
Program Conclusion:
CFA Society Chicago will hold a networking event in July to wrap up the mentorship program including tips for the future and feedback.
Program Benefits
Mentors
Opportunity to share your expertise and to collaborate with more junior colleagues.
Mentees
Gain a longer-term perspective on how you want to navigate your career.
You may only apply for one, mentor or mentee.