OUR THE FUTURE OF RETAIL NEW YORK COHORT, IN A NUTSHELL

It’s simple! We connect industry experts (OUR MENTORS) with MENTEES (possibly you!) for a period of SIX MONTHS. If you are selected as a mentee in this cohort, you will be invited to meet your assigned mentor at least 3 TIMES (ideally, in person) during the course of the program, for a cup of coffee (or any other drink of your choice!) to start the conversation.

We provide meaningful opportunities for emerging talent to connect with and learn from experienced leaders across their industry. In this 2025 cohort, you’ll find mentors representing a wide range of specialties within retail—including Merchandising & Buying, Distribution, E-commerce, Sales, Marketing, Training, CRM, Finance, General Management….and more!  

TO PARTICIPATE:

• We ask that you live in or around the TRI STATE AREA so you can attend our cocktails and participate in other events organized in person in NYC.
• Have a look at our amazing ROSTER OF MENTORS.
• Have approximately 7-10 years of professional work experience (*if you have less or more, that’s OK, too. It’s the quality of the application that matters!)
• Complete the application below by MAY 11th 2025. Applications OPEN SOON.
• If you are selected as a mentee, we ask that you make a one time $70 membership donation to support the administration costs of the program including recruitment of mentors and mentees, coordination of events and general management of the organization. Yes, we provided charitable donation receipts. More information on benefits of being a mentee HERE.

WHAT HAPPENS NEXT?

• Our selection committee will regroup once the application period closes, and you’ll hear from us the week of May 19th with our decision.
• Got in? Amazing! You’ll meet your mentor at our Launch Cocktail, so go ahead and SAVE THE DATE: June 9th!
• Then, the 6-month Mentoro journey begins! But don’t worry, you won’t be navigating this alone. We’ll check in personally (yes, we’ll even call you!) to make sure your mentorship is running smoothly and helping you grow.
• Didn’t make it this time? Don’t sweat it! Stay connected, and we’ll be sure to keep you in the loop for our next cohort.