Fall 2024 Edition
LiT Mentoring
Leaders in Tech
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The Leaders in Tech (LiT) Mentoring Program is designed to foster growth and development for both mentees and mentors within the IT&C sector in Bucharest, with a focus on leadership in the technology space. This program is an opportunity for leaders willing to learn from practical experience to access insights from seasoned professionals, overcome challenges, and expand their network, while mentors contribute to shaping the future of the industry.
After a successful Proof of Concept in the summer called LiT Out of Hours, we’re ready to start the first edition of the LiT Mentoring Program.
What mentees from LiT Out of Hours are saying:
“I’ve been feeling the need for a mentor for a while now, and yesterday I had my first meeting with Bogdan Popescu from Leaders in Tech.
He gave me awesome insights into my main struggles as a team lead, how to communicate better with the clients, and ways to keep the team motivated. Bogdan shared some of his own experiences and gave me practical tips for dealing with some common challenges. Can’t wait for our next meeting!” – Cristina Nicolae
”Never had a mentor before, so I didn’t know exactly what to expect.
Of course, I had a full list of questions in my mind, but tried to have no expectations. Just let the conversation unfold naturally and try to learn as much as you can from someone that once was exactly in your shoes.
What I’ve got:
- fresh perspectives, sometimes you get to a point where your mind is too fixated on the problem and you cannot see what lies right in front of your eyes
- great inspiration to level-up my career in engineering
- insights into how somebody else made it when he was in the same place that you are now. Principles always stay the same.
No words to describe how valuable a mentor is at the right time.
Thank you Leaders in Tech for selecting me for this mentorship program and huge thank you Ioan-Maxim Posa!” – Tiberiu Neagu
“First Mentoring Session as a Mentee!
I’m thrilled to share that I’ve just completed my first mentoring session as a mentee, and I only have Leaders in Tech to thank for the opportunity.
🔑 Key Insights:
- The Value of Guidance: Having someone to provide direction and share their experiences is invaluable. My mentor offered insights that I hadn’t considered before, and it was soothing to see that there are others out there in the big business world with whom you have a lot in common.
- Personal Growth: This session was a reminder that growth happens when you step outside of your comfort zone and when attention is focused on the input, not only the output.
- Homework: Working Backwards- can’t wait to read the book and design my professional journey based on these ideas.
✨ I’m incredibly grateful to Stefan Ionescu for his time and openness. This session has energized me, and I look forward to our next discussions.” – Ramona Dimache
What’s in it for you as a mentee:
- Shortcut to Experience: Get direct access to the knowledge and experience of seasoned professionals.
- Structured Problem-Solving: Explaining challenges to a mentor helps clarify and structure your own thoughts, leading to better understanding and more effective solutions.
- New Perspectives: Gain fresh insights from diverse organizational cultures and approaches.
- Support System: Share challenges with others and realize you’re not alone, fostering confidence and problem-solving skills.
- Expanded Network: Build connections with other professionals and access potential introductions from your mentor’s network.
Get ready to learn from:
- Adrian-Nicolae Radoi – Senior Manager, Cloud & Engineering @ Deloitte
- Alexandra Popa – Sr. Delivery Manager @ Deloitte Technology
- Bianca Palade – Account Director CEE @ Fintech OS
- Bianca Vinturache – Director of Shared Services Platform Operations @ Orange
- Bogdan Popescu – VP of Customer Engineering @ FintechOS
- Bülent Duagi 🇷🇴 – Strategy Adviser for CEOs in Tech
- Cristina Niculescu, PMP – Business Unit Manager @ R Systems
- Ioan-Maxim Posa – CEO & Co-founder @ GambIT Group
- Laurentiu Matei – CTO @ Bit Soft
- Mihail Serafim – Sr. Software Engineering Manager @ Microsoft
- Radu Apostoae – Technology Executive | Ex-VP Platforms & Technology @ eMAG
- Stefan Ionescu – VP Network & Services Shared Operations @ Orange
- Veronica Ruxanda – Head of Development Romania Portal Products @ 1&1 Internet Development
✨ Together, our mentors bring a wealth of experience that cover most facets of leading Tech organizations or specific Tech teams.
💡 Discover more details about the mentors here:
https://padlet.com/leaders_in_tech/mentoring
Program Timeline and Stages:
- Applications open (Oct 25th – Oct 31st): After the kick-off, we invite you to apply to become a mentee in the program and select your preferred mentors.
- Matchmaking (November 1st): Mentors will choose mentees based on motivation, challenges, and objectives.
- Mentoring Sessions (November-February): Mentors and mentees will organize their sessions at their own pace, with regular check-ins to assess progress.
- Wrap-Up Session (Early March): Both mentors and mentees will share their experiences and outcomes, with feedback contributing to the program’s continuous improvement.
The next step?
We’re incredibly grateful to all 60+ talented and passionate individuals who have enrolled in the Leaders in Tech Mentoring Program. Your enthusiasm for growth, collaboration, and knowledge-sharing truly embodies the spirit of our community.
Due to limited seats, our team is in the process of selecting participants for this year’s cohort. If you applied, please stay tuned—we’ll be reaching out soon to those selected for the program.
Thank you once again for your interest and commitment to advancing tech leadership. We’re excited to begin this journey together and look forward to sharing updates in the coming weeks!
Event Details
Start:
November 2024
End:
February 2024
Event Organizer
Organizer:
LiT - Leaders in Tech
Email:
contact@leaders-in-tech.com
Location
Adress:
Hybrid - Bucharest, Romania / Online
Website:
www.leaders-in-tech.com