Leadership is often described as a journey, not a destination. For CEOs, executives, and leaders at all levels, this journey is filled with high-stakes decisions, constant challenges, and the pressure to inspire and guide others.
Mentorship for leaders and executives is not just a tool for personal growth—it's a strategic asset that directly impacts organizational success. Whether a CEO is steering a growing startup or a senior executive is overseeing a well-established company, or a leader is looking to drive industry-wide impact, a mentor provides the trusted guidance needed to reflect, learn, and make informed decisions.
At the executive level, many leaders face a sense of isolation. The higher one climbs in their career, the fewer opportunities exist for candid feedback and meaningful support. A mentor, especially one who has already navigated similar leadership challenges, offers an invaluable sounding board for strategic ideas and business decisions.
Through mentorship, executives and leaders can address complex issues—from managing change and scaling organizations to balancing stakeholder interests and personal well-being—without the fear of judgment or repercussions.
Beyond strategic problem-solving, mentorship helps executives sharpen emotional intelligence, improve communication skills, and enhance their ability to inspire and lead teams. A mentor offers fresh perspectives, helping leaders identify blind spots, discover growth opportunities, and sharpen their long-term vision.
This mentoring relationship encourages continuous improvement, pushing leaders to stay adaptable and innovative. At the same time, mentors help leaders build resilience and navigate crises, ensuring they can lead confidently even in uncertain times.
For executives and CEOs, mentorship is not just about overcoming immediate challenges but also about building a lasting legacy. By working closely with a trusted mentor, leaders can ensure their leadership leaves a positive, long-term impact on their organization, their industry, and the next generation of leaders. Moreover, mentorship can create a ripple effect, as mentees grow into confident, capable leaders themselves.
Fortunately, the top mentors for CEOs, executives, and leaders are ready to connect with you on Upnotch. If you’re a leader looking to give back, create change, and foster a culture of knowledge sharing, you can join Upnotch as a mentor. Or, you can join as a mentor and mentee!
Upnotch is FREE for all professionals to join, offering a platform designed to improve Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) by providing access to leadership opportunities and mentorship to individuals who have historically been excluded from these critical growth avenues. Join Upnotch today and become part of a community that supports leadership at every level.
Nancy Martin – Life & Career Transition Coach |
Nancy Martin, Owner of Reclaim Flourish, is a professional career and life transitions coach who specializes in helping people navigate significant life and career changes. With a passion for supporting those facing burnout, layoffs, or other challenges, Nancy empowers individuals to move through difficult transitions with grace and purpose. Before becoming an entrepreneur, she spent 20 years in the Fortune 200 sector, startups, and academia, with a diverse background ranging from engineering to environmental policy to business development.
Nancy is an experienced mentor, drawn to helping mid- to senior-level leaders who are eager to enhance their leadership skills, advance in their careers, or find better work-life balance. She is especially passionate about supporting women who seek to build confidence and make a bigger impact in their roles.
Praise for Nancy |
Nancy is a truly exceptional mentor and leader. Her guidance and support have been invaluable to me as I navigate my career path. She has helped me gain clarity on my goals and aspirations, and provided me with a supportive community to turn to for advice and encouragement.
Iliana Quinonez – Startup Advisor |
Iliana Quinonez advises and invests in Latinx and underrepresented minority (URM) founded startups, while also providing executive and career coaching to tech professionals and those looking to transition into the industry. With an impressive track record leading solution engineering teams at major companies like Salesforce, BEA Systems, SAP, and Informix Software, Iliana brings extensive experience to the table.
Her career highlights include co-leading the first mobile payments projects in Latin America and Spain at Sybase365, creating innovative mobile customer experience prototypes for Marriott at Magnet Systems, and launching Salesforce’s initial mentorship program for solution engineers. Additionally, Iliana played a pivotal role in leading the first formal Latinx Employee Resource Group (ERG) activities at Dreamforce, underscoring her commitment to diversity and inclusion in tech.
Praise for Iliana |
Iliana is a great mentor for anyone looking to learn about how to start and grow a business/company in a smart and strategic way. She knows how to coach, and her experience and background provides tangible solutions to any challenges you may face as a founder. I feel extremely lucky to have her in my life.
Rosanne Arnet – Leadership & Development |
Rosanne Arnet is Leadership & Development Manager at VIATechnik, LLC. She has over 15 years of experience in the tech industry, working with a variety of companies to help them improve their leadership and development programs. She is passionate about helping people reach their full potential and believes that everyone has the ability to be a great leader. Rosanne is a coach and facilitator, and she has a master's degree in industrial and organizational psychology and is a certified learning strategist.
Rosanne is a great mentor because she is patient, supportive, and always willing to go the extra mile to help her mentees succeed. She is also a great listener and is always open to new ideas. Rosanne is interested in mentoring people who are interested in developing their leadership skills, as well as people who are interested in learning more about change management, organizational development, and leadership.
Praise for Rosanne |
Rosanne is an outstanding mentor who brings curiosity to the session. Her positive attitude and ability to foster an open, supportive environment make exploring new ideas a truly rewarding experience. She is dedicated to professional growth and inspiring those around her.
George Kuruvilla – Technology Leader |
George Kuruvilla is a seasoned technology leader whose expertise spans technology, business, and leadership. Passionate about problem-solving and team-building, George excels at creating and scaling innovative and collaborative teams that thrive on diversity. With extensive experience in global organizations, he understands the value of varied backgrounds and cultures in driving impactful change. George sees himself as a "player-coach," actively working with his team, empowering them to reach their full potential, ensuring their voices are heard, and earning their trust.
With a focus on Information Technology leadership, particularly in pre-sales and new initiatives, George has a proven track record of helping customers navigate SaaS, enterprise architecture, and digital transformation projects. His wide-ranging experiences have shaped him into a lifelong learner committed to making a positive impact on others, and he remains eager to continue connecting with and learning from those around him.
Praise for George |
My meeting with George was one of my favorites of all time, and we both believe this was not a random chance encounter. We connected not just on a professional level, but also in our love for music and our faith. Looking forward to keeping the sharing sessions going!
Mariya Arshaluysyan - Founder & Leadership Coach |
Mariya Arshaluysyan has an international background and is Leadership Coach & Founder of Mariya Arshaluysyan Leadership Coaching. She is on a mission to help driven first-time female managers transform into extraordinary leaders and have a confident start in their leadership journey. With 15 years of professional development, research, and leadership experiences, Mariya has cracked the code of transformation into a confident and authentic leader, focusing on self-mastery.
She specializes in helping ambitious women avoid first-time managers' mistakes, define their personal fulfillment formula, develop emotional intelligence and resilience, make confident decisions, build and maintain trust in their teams, and communicate effectively in any situation. Mariya would be an exceptional mentor for women preparing for promotions, seeking to develop leadership skills, or navigating their journey as first-time managers or leaders.
Praise for Mariya |
Mariya was very enlightening and knowledgeable about entering the world of leadership. She has provided me with useful information that I can apply to my goal of becoming a leader and excel in the role. I want to thank Mariya for her help and encouragement in getting me started on my journey to leadership.
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