AAF Orlando Mentorship Program

The AdVantage Mentorship Program is about more than guidance. It’s about creating lasting impact. By connecting emerging talent with seasoned professionals, and pairing new business owners with established leaders, the program strengthens Orlando’s creative ecosystem.

Participants gain confidence, clarity, and community, while mentors shape the future of the industry, one relationship at a time.

Career Track

Designed for students and early-career professionals who want to sharpen their skills, expand their networks, and gain confidence navigating the advertising, marketing, and design industries. Mentors provide guidance on resumes, interviews, portfolios, and real-world career growth. Space is limited to 15 mentees for the 2026 cycle.

Program Structure

• Kickoff & Orientation: January 15, 2026 – Theme: Build Your Blueprint
• Monthly Themes:
  • February: Build Your Brand
  • March: Build Your Voice
  • April: Build Your Perspective
• Closing Celebration: April 30, 2026

What to Expect

For Mentees (students, professionals, or business owners):

• Career insights tailored to your stage
• Practical feedback and accountability
• Connections to Orlando’s creative community

For Mentors:

• Opportunity to give back and shape future leaders
• Strengthen your leadership by investing in people and businesses
• Expand your network with tomorrow’s trailblazers

Apply

• Applications Open: September 2025
• Deadline: December 2025

Apply Now to Mentor or Be Mentored

Enterprise Track

Built for emerging agency and creative business owners ready to take their companies to the next level. Participants are paired with business leaders who share practical insights on operations, scaling, sustainability, and client management. Space is limited to 5 mentees for the 2026 cycle.

What to Expect

For Mentees:

• Guidance Tailored to You: Whether you’re a student, early professional, or business owner, your mentor will help you navigate your unique goals.
• Skill Building: Get practical feedback on resumes, portfolios, pitches, or business strategy.
• Accountability: Set clear objectives and have someone who helps you stay on track.
• Expanded Network: Build lasting relationships with leaders and peers in Orlando’s creative community.
• Confidence & Clarity: Walk away with greater confidence in your next steps, both personally and professionally.

For Mentors:

• Give Back with Purpose: Share your knowledge and experiences to help others grow.
• Strengthen Your Leadership: Gain fresh perspective while honing your ability to guide and inspire.
• Expand Your Network: Connect with emerging talent, rising professionals, and fellow business leaders.
• Mutual Growth: Mentorship is a two-way street mentors often learn new ideas and approaches from their mentees.
• Recognition & Impact: Be part of shaping the next generation of creative leaders and strengthening Orlando’s creative economy.

Apply

• Applications Open: September 2025
• Deadline: TBD

Apply Now to Mentor or Be Mentored