This year, we're excited to bring together the Cooperative IT Mentoring Program and the Women in Power Mentoring Program into one expanded initiative-now open to all NRECA Voting Member employees. (Note: HR staff participate in a separate mentoring program.) The Empower Mentoring Program builds on the strengths of both efforts and opens the door to broader professional growth across the cooperative network.
The program is designed to help employees strengthen leadership skills, grow in their roles, and build meaningful connections across cooperatives. Participants can apply as either a mentor or mentee. We hope you’ll consider joining us and taking part in a supportive, growth focused community.
Join us on April 2 at 2:00 PM ET for an information session where we'll walk through the program's purpose, structure, and what you can expect as a mentor or mentee.
Register for the Information Session
What to Expect
Mentors and mentees are matched based on needs, skills, and experience. This cohort‑based, six‑month program (May–November) offers a variety of networking opportunities and resources to help you reach your goals, including:
- Monthly mentor and mentee coffee hours to connect with and learn from fellow participants.
- Presentations from subject‑matter experts on key professional development topics that enhance your skills and confidence.
- Meeting structure guides and monthly prompts to support productive, meaningful conversations.
- Reading Between the Lines, a robust book club with individual, partner, or cohort participation options.
Reasons to Get involved
- Grow from a task‑focused contributor into a strategic thinker and leader.
- Build a professional network across the cooperative community to support knowledge‑sharing, collaboration, and new perspectives.
- Engage with colleagues nationwide through a variety of learning and connection opportunities.
- Strengthen your confidence and expand your leadership and professional skill set
