Mentor Exchange

Elevate Your Marketing Career with
Mentorship from Canada’s Top Marketing Leaders

Marketing Leaders aren't Born. They are Mentored.

The AMA Toronto Mentor Exchange Program scientifically matches you with seasoned C-suite mentors who will guide to unlock your potential and propel your career forward.

This prestigious program is designed for mid-to-senior level marketing professionals in advertising, communications, marketing, market research, marketing technology or media, like you.

The program runs for 9 month each year from October to June. During the season you’ll gain:

Expert Insights: Learn from the best in the industry and gain a competitive edge.
Actionable Strategies: Develop a clear roadmap to achieve your specific career goals.
Lifelong Network: Build valuable connections within a thriving marketing community.

Program Timeline

Applications for Season 16 (2025/2026) are now closed.

If you’re interested in joining Season 17 as a mentee or mentor, please fill out the form below to stay in the loop.

Why Mentor Exchange?

Our Mentor Exchange Program scientifically matches pairings based on the data provided on mentee’s career goals.

Entering its 16th season, it’s the ‘Gold Standard’ for mentorship programs in North America.

We’re counting close to 850 Mentee graduates and over 300 alumni Mentors.

What's Included?

9 x 1 hour one-on-one virtual and/or in-person sessions with your matched mentor
1 year global membership with The American Marketing Association
- Networking opportunities with AMA Toronto members
- Preferred rates on any AMA digital and in-person events
1/2 day of leadership education provided by leading experts
Exclusive events for program participants including launch reception, networking event and graduation, food & beverages included
One complimentary event ticket to an AMA Toronto Signature event
A certificate of completion

Unmatched Value for Your Career Growth

The full value of the Mentor Exchange experience, including mentorship, events, leadership training, and AMA membership, is over $5,700.
Thanks to the support of our volunteer mentors and partners, your program fee is just $899 + HST.

An exceptional investment in your leadership journey.

Who Are You?

Mentee

Professionals over the age of 30 & actively involved in a career in advertising, communications, marketing, market research, marketing technology or media.
Have over 8 years of experience
Manager to VP level business professional
Committed to the program: 10 to 12 hours per season (October – June)

Mentor

An expert who provides wisdom and guidance based on their experience
Allows the mentee to observe his or her behavior, expertise, answers provides guidance and wisdom for the stated purpose
VP and above level business professional
Committed to the program: 15 to 20 hours per season (October – June)

Hear from Mentees:

Hear from one of our Mentors:

Expert Mentorship

Get scientifically matched with a seasoned marketing leader who will guide and support you.

JASON BOYER

CMO

Aquent

LEEANNE COMISH

President

C2 Marketing and Productions Inc.

VIRGINIA BRAILEY

Partner

Guided Futures Inc.

MANSI VAGT

Instructor & Expert in Residence

DMZ