Champions Program

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Women are over mentored and under sponsored.

Tired of hearing the same career advice and not getting the results you need?

The Champions Program connects you with executives in your field, so you can make influential connections, build powerful alliances, and have a voice in the rooms you aren't in yet.

About the Program

Expect more than mentorship.

The Champions Program fuels women's career growth in the tech industry through sponsorship, not just guidance. We are bringing in seasoned tech leaders to become your champions - advocating for you, leveraging their influence and networks to unlock doors to those big, game-changing opportunities.

This kind of sponsorship is vital for women, addressing the challenges we face in this predominantly male industry. Through the Champions Program, expect to gain invaluable insights, access to critical projects, and advocacy in important decision-making arenas. This sponsorship is about empowering you to not just participate in tech but to lead and innovate, breaking through barriers and setting new standards in the industry.

The Toast Champions Program is an opportunity to transform your career trajectory, offering a pathway to significant roles and a network of influential advocates dedicated to your success.
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Yes, men will be involved.

Men's involvement is vital because they hold the majority of leadership positions in tech. Given the natural tendency of individuals to gravitate towards those similar to themselves, men are more likely to sponsor other men. However, through targeted training and awareness, men can learn to become effective sponsors for women, challenging this unconscious bias.

We understand that not all men truly understand how to sponsor women. That's why we've brought in decolonial training facilitator, Jacqueline Jennings, to equip male sponsors with the skills to effectively support and advocate for women. Champions will complete 4 weeks of training prior to being matched, and will have ongoing sessions throughout the 6-month program.
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Applications are now closed.