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The CPHI Mentorship Programme

Mentorship programme
Connecting experience and ambition within pharma

Welcome to the CPHI Mentorship Programme, a new and exciting initiative to pair professionals at an early point in their career with more experienced industry leaders. Mentors can share knowledge and insights on their own career path to help mentees plan for a long and successful one themselves.

Benefits

Why Mentorship Works

Mentorship programs excel because they:

Networking opportunities

Boost confidence

Address workplace barriers

Career advancement

Commitment to diversity

Foster inclusive cultures

Provide inspiring role models

Minority employee progression

Why should you invest in mentorship?

Professional and personal development 
 

Mentorship programs are powerful tools for both professional and personal growth. Here’s why:
 

Empowerment: 87% of participants feel more confident and self-assured in the workplace.


Retention:
94% of employees in mentoring programs are more likely to stay with their company due to the learning and development opportunities provided.

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Diversity and Inclusion

1 Representation: Minority representation at management levels has increased from 9% to 24%.

2 Promotion and retention: Promotion and retention rates for minorities and women have improved from 15% to 38%.

3 Leadership opportunities: Women benefit from guidance to navigate career challenges and seize leadership roles.

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Small business growth

1 Business Success: 92% of small businesses attribute their growth and survival to having a mentor.

2 Opportunity: Despite the benefits, only 25% of small and medium business owners have a mentor, presenting a significant market opportunity.

Mentorship programme

Want to join?

Discover the transformative impact of mentorship and join us in creating a supportive and thriving professional environment.

people

Join as a mentor?

Are you...
  • Experienced in your chosen field within pharma

  • Eager to share your knowledge and insights with new professionals

  • Available for about an hour a month to meet online with your mentee

people

Join as a mentee?

Are you...
  • Keen to plan a successful career path

  • Willing to listen and take advice from a more experienced professional

  • Available for roughly one hour each month to connect with your mentor