STATE COLLEGE — CBICC Connect, the young professionals arm of the Chamber of Business and Industry of Centre County, recently announced a new initiative designed to connect experienced leaders with aspiring business professionals.
Connect’s mentorship program is seeking business people of all ages who desire to give back to the community, have valuable experience or knowledge that could help others with their careers, or are interested in learning more about an industry and meeting other professionals, to serve as mentors or mentees.
Vern Squier, CBICC president and CEO, said the mentorship program is not only an important component of Connect’s efforts to enhance the young professional experience in Centre County, but can also serve as a valuable learning opportunity for experienced business people.
“The mentor/mentee experience is a win for both sides, as each can learn something from the other. The program will foster dynamic business leaders at every level,” Squier said.
Heidi Wrights, community manager for PSECU’s State College Financial Center and coordinator of the Connect mentorship initiative, said Connect and CBICC members are excited about the program.
“This is yet another way to take Centre County to the next level, and is easy and appropriate to do considering the incredible talent that is here,” Wrights said.
Scott Good, president of Goodco Mechanical Inc. and Energy Stewards Inc. and a Connect mentor, agreed.
“Over the years, I have been blessed with many mentors and advisers that have helped me to advance my business career and personal development to help me achieve a certain level of success,” Good said. “I feel it is my responsibility as a business leader in the community to share some of that knowledge with others with similar desires and aspirations that I had when I was starting.”
For more information, visit www.cbiccconnect.com.
