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  • 1.  Mentoring?

    Posted 07-17-2015 08:27 AM

    Hello,

    I'm trying to run, as the president of the board of directors, a small science center in a community of around a quarter million. I am wondering if there are any mentoring programs out there or mentoring institutions or just down right people willing to just talk out there. I know a lot of resources exist, which is the problem: There is so much out there I'm having a hard time sifting through it. Any suggestions would be appreciated. 

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    Philip Cardella
    President of the Board of Directors
    Imagination Station
    Lafayette IN
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  • 2.  RE: Mentoring?

    Posted 07-19-2015 01:13 PM

    My son works for an organization, Mass Mentoring, in Massachusetts that provides all kinds of support for institutions that do mentoring.  I believe they could direct you to similar organizations in your area.  Their email is below.
    http://massmentors.org
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    Lynn Baum
    Principal
    Turtle Peak Consulting

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  • 3.  RE: Mentoring?

    Posted 07-20-2015 10:51 AM

    Dear Philip,

    Are you looking for mentorship for the science center's staff or for board members?  As those who have benefited from wonderful mentors, we are always happy to have conversations with colleagues.

    Best wishes,

    Lisbeth

    www.bow-bridge.com

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    Lisbeth Mark
    Managing Principal
    New York NY
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  • 4.  RE: Mentoring?

    Posted 08-09-2015 08:19 PM

    Thank you for responding. I'm sorry I've taken forever responding. I am looking for a mentor for me! At present, I am operating the museum and serving as president. I am a bit overwhelmed as we have no paid staff at present, just a handful of wonderful volunteers. So, I could use an ear to listen and a brain or two to pick for ideas on how to get us where we need to go under my stewardship. So, I'm open to any suggestions anyone might have! Thanks. I promise I won't take so long responding in the future.


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    Philip Cardella
    President of the Board of Directors
    Imagination Station
    Lafayette IN
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