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Mentor Application 1

Thank you for your interest in participating in the NEXUS Class of 2022. NEXUS Mentors are proven leaders we would like to see duplicated in the next generation. As part of the application process we are asking you to answer the mentor questionnaire no later than JULY 1. The questionnaire will be key in matching you to your ideal protege. It is important to the process to answer the questions as thoroughly as possible as well as be fully committed to the expectations outlined in the questionnaire. You will be contacted via email later this summer.

As we plan for the Class of 2022, safety for NEXUS participants is our priority. We will take all precautions to provide a safe in-person meeting environment. The NEXUS Board and Program Committee are being intentional and are committed to bringing the NEXUS Class experience back to its fullest. We are dedicated to providing an environment for our participants to develop personally and professional with an interactive and engaging experience.

The mission of NEXUS is to encourage and equip the next generation of leaders for Memphis through proven mentoring, teaching, and service. To the best of your ability, can you commit yourself to the following expectations to ensure your leadership development in the upcoming NEXUS Class of 2022.

To attend an in-person Orientation on August 21, 2021; 8:30am-4:00pm. Virtual or a location to be determined.
To fulfill the $500 Tuition Fee
To complete the assigned curriculum. (including books, articles, TED Talks, etc.)
To meet individually once per month with your Mentor/Protege
To complete one Service Project organized and agreed upon by the NEXUS Class. (3-4 hour commitment)
To attend in-person at least seven of the nine Thursday evening speaker sessions; 5:30-8pm.

Dinner sessions begin with dinner at 5:30pm and ends promptly at 8pm.

The session dates are as follows:

  • September 9, 2021
  • October 7, 2021
  • November 4, 2021
  • December 2, 2021
  • January 6, 2022
  • February 3, 2022
  • March 3, 2022
  • April 7, 2022- NEXUS IN MOTION
  • May 5, 2022-GRADUATION
Yes, at this time my schedule allows for my availably of the above requirements.Not at this time

Mentor Questionnaire

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Partners

Testimonials

  • Kem Wilson, Jr. Principal, Kemmons Wilson Companies, NEXUS Mentor & NEXUS Board Member

  • ALANA HU PERKOVIĆ, Regional PR Business Partner, First Horizon Bank, NEXUS Alumni & NEXUS Board Member

  • Levernese Mell, Supply Chain Manager, International Paper, NEXUS Alumni & NEXUS Program Committee Volunteer

  • Lauren Brown, Sr. Liaison, Direct Marketing-Mass Marketing, ALSAC, NEXUS Protégé, Class of 2021

  • Steve French, Retired, NEXUS Mentor, Class of 2021

  • Ally Velderman, Director of Camps and Programs, Service Over Self, NEXUS Protégé, Class of 2021

  • Mario Cole, Assistant Project Manager, Nickson General Contractors, NEXUS Protégé, Class of 2021

  • Hanna Oysel, NEXUS Protégé, Class of 2020, Adams Keegan, Inc., Client Service Manager

  • Warren Ramson, NEXUS Protégé, Class of 2020, Absolute Storage Management, Inc., Property Account

  • Caroline Keubler, NEXUS Mentor, Class of 2020, Community Foundation of Greater Memphis, Director of Development