Celebrating Mentorship Month at BIC!
Throughout January we observe Mentorship Month, where we come together to celebrate the power of intentional relationships and the importance of mentorship in our society.
At BIC, we believe that development goes beyond just training. Through the work of collaborative, cross-functional teams, we are able to achieve more together than we can alone. By sharing ideas, thoughts and perspectives with each other, we’re able to come together to drive BIC forward and positively influence others.
Since the launch of our global program in 2017, almost 500 team members have participated in our mentorship program at BIC and over 4,600 mentoring hours have been reported! Through our programs, we provide our business leaders and team members with the skills they’ll need to continue driving BIC forward by...
- Increasing cross functional connections
- Promoting knowledge sharing and building a robust global learning network
- Driving engagement across regions
- Reinforcing our learning culture
Still curious about what makes mentorship so powerful? Check out what our most recent mentors and mentees had to say about their experiences with the program.
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Molly Leonard, Senior National Account Manager Walmart Shave, based in Charlotte, NC
“This mentorship has challenged me to think beyond the basics and take a more forward-thinking approach, strengthening my ability to develop strategies that resonate with both buyers and consumers. With my mentor's extensive industry background, I have been able to learn from his past experiences and apply those insights to navigate current challenges and improve my planning and decision making.”
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Yiannis Voultzatis, IMM Process & Molds Optimization Manager, based in Anixi, Greece
“Through mentorship, I have identified different ways to coach my team as a leader. Even more importantlly, I have identified key areas of opportunity for myself that will help me continue to grow as a professional and as a person. This effort for continuous personal improvement and growth will definitely help me unlock my full potential, so that I can bring more value to BIC, while becoming a successful professional and expert in my technical field.”
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Karla Traconis Sr. Marketing Manager, based in Mexico City, Mexico
“One of the things I am most passionate about in life is being able to inspire others. Being a mentor has given me the opportunity to further develop my communication and active listening skills, while also serving as an opportunity to reflect on the growth I have had throughout my career. I find that this experience has validated some of my known strengths and helps me discover new ones.”
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Willy Mbugua, End to End planning Manager – East Africa and Nigeria, based in Nairobi, Kenya
“Through the mentorship program, I upscaled my team’s management skills resulting to improved collaboration and performance. The program also helped me enhance my soft skills - I am now able to solve problems and work-place conflicts timely and confidently."
Are you interested in unlocking the power of your potential? Explore our open roles and join Team BIC today.