WORTH-while
Mentorship
Rooted in care. Guided by experience. Powered by community.
A Space to Grow,
and to Give Back
In recreation, tourism & hospitality, we know how to make people feel at home. We give so much of ourselves to help others, but rarely pause to ask for help ourselves. This mentorship program creates a space to change that, together.
It’s a way for women across the industry to say:
I see you. I’ve been there. You belong here.
Whether you're here to lead or to learn, this is your invitation to invest in yourself and in the future of our industry.
“I rediscovered my fire and my drive. I am grateful to have found this space. This alone influenced how I will move forward in life and my career.”
Tia Johnston
District Sale Representative, Gordon Food Service
Who It’s For
If you're just starting out, and wondering what comes next
If you're in transition and looking for perspective or clarity
If you’ve built experience and want to share what you’ve learned
If you believe in the power of women supporting women
Then you belong here.
Program Schedule
Each 3-month cohort is thoughtfully designed to foster connection, reflection, and growth. The experience includes a virtual welcome session to ground the group, monthly one-on-one conversations between mentors and mentees (about 2 hours per month), a midpoint check-in to reconnect, and a closing session to reflect, celebrate progress, and carry lessons forward.
Interested in being a mentee?
Whether you're new to the industry or navigating a transition, mentorship can be a powerful way to build clarity, confidence, and connection.
As a mentee, you'll:
Be matched with an experienced woman in the industry
Build leadership and communication skills
Explore challenges in a supportive space
Set meaningful goals, and be encouraged to reach them
Learn what it means to lead with care
Interested in being a mentor?
You don’t need to have all the answers, just the experience of showing up, learning, and growing along the way. You might be the leader someone else is waiting for.
As a mentor, you'll:
Support a woman on her leadership journey
Refine your own coaching and communication skills
Share insights from your lived experience
Contribute to a stronger, more connected industry
Be reminded of how far you’ve come
Feeling Ready to Jump In?
Before you apply, here’s what to expect and how to know if it’s the right fit.
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To participate as a mentee, you should:
Be currently or recently working in recreation, tourism or hospitality
Be ready to commit to a 3-month cohort (2 hours/month)
Be willing to communicate regularly with your mentor
Collaborate on goals and learning outcomes
Be open to feedback and self-reflection
Complete a short evaluation at the end of the program
Pay a $50 participation fee (non-refundable)
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To participate as a mentor, you should:
Have 5+ years of experience in recreation, tourism or hospitality
Be open to joining two 3-month cohorts per year (Spring and Fall)
Commit to ~2 hours/month for mentorship conversations
Support your mentee in building and pursuing their goals
Provide a learning space (online or in person)
Complete a short evaluation at the end of the program
What Participants Are Saying
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"Becoming a mentor helped me realize that the sum total of all our personal experiences and accomplishments as women yield so much more wisdom than we could even begin to realize"
Joie Alvaro Kent
Award-winning cookbook author, Cofounder of Indáy, Filipino Chef Exchange and NOMAD Micro Homes
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"I now have more hope for what’s ahead, and I know I’ll get there. I just need to be patient and keep moving toward my goals."
Ninfa Segovia
Food & Beverage Server, Hilton Vancouver Airport Hotel
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"I learned to be more confident and found strengths I didn’t know I had. Thank you WORTH for providing the best mentor match I could have possibly hoped for! This program is fantastic."
Kiyomi Kodama
Hospitality Consultant
Ready to Get Started?
Mentorship starts with a single step.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
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Out of province applicants are welcome to apply; however, depending on the availability and suitability of mentors, we cannot guarantee a match and acceptance into the program.
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Once the intake form is received and confirmed, the mentees will be connected with a mentor who best matches the experience, skills, and qualifications required to meet the protege’s intended outcomes. Providing as much detail on your application form as to which sectors, areas of interest, and goals you hope to achieve from the mentorship experience, will help ensure a great match!
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When you apply as a mentee, you are committing to participate in the program for the full 3 months.
Mentors are asked to commit to the program for two 3 month periods (Spring and Fall)
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Our next cohort will begin in Fall 2025. Application intake will open on August 5, 2025.
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There is no charge for mentors to participate in the program. It costs mentees a $50 fee to participate. We strongly encourage employers to cover the post of the program.