IAAPA Young Professionals Mentor/Mentee Program

Do you have the drive and determination to be among the next generation's leaders in the amusement and attractions industry? Fast-track your aspirations by learning from the best in the business. You'll be paired with industry veterans that will share their insight and knowledge to help you succeed and prosper in this industry. 

Program Purpose

The IAAPA Young Professionals Committee’s mission is to develop the industry’s next generation of leaders.  The mentor program was developed to support that mission by connecting young professionals with industry veterans.  The goal is to provide an opportunity for mentees to gain insight into career paths, community and professional growth.

Program Details

• The call for mentor & mentee applications for the 2025 program are now open. We will open them again in June for the 2025 version of the program.
• The mentorship program will run from January 1 - December 31, 2025.
• Mentor/Mentee pairs are expected to meet virtually at least 4 times throughout the year. In-person meetings at an IAAPA expo or another event are encouraged where possible.
• Mentors and mentees will meet on their own schedules. 

Please Note: Every effort will be made to match each eligible mentee applicant with a mentor. However, due to the popularity and demand for this program, IAAPA is unable to guarantee that all applicants will be paired for the 2025 session.

Qualifications and Expectations

Mentees

• Must be age 35 or under (excludes undergraduate students).
• Must be a member of IAAPA or a part of a member company.
• Able to communicate with mentor on a quarterly basis.
• Must be willing to provide feedback on the Mentor Program to assist in future development.
• Only mentees not enrolled in this program before will be considered for matching.
• For questions, please contact [email protected].

Apply To Be A Mentee

Mentors

• Must be a member of IAAPA or a part of a member company.
• Must have a minimum of 5 years of experience in the attractions industry.
• Able to communicate with mentee on a quarterly basis.
• Must be willing to provide feedback on the Mentor Program to assist in future development.
• For questions, please contact [email protected].

Apply To Be A Mentor