SXSW EDU 2025

Mentorship: Linking Classroom Learning to Real-World Skills

Description:

As the workforce evolves with technological advancements and shifting dynamics, the need for adaptability, digital fluency, and lifelong learning becomes increasingly important. At the Network for Teaching Entrepreneurship (NFTE), mentorship from industry professionals bridges the gap between classroom learning and real-world skills. Our diverse volunteers, our "secret sauce," nurture future entrepreneurs. This panel explores the impact of volunteer engagement in entrepreneurial education, preparing young innovators for success in a dynamic workforce.


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Other Resources / Information

NFTE Volunteer Survey: https://nfte.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/NFTE-Volunteer-Study-2023.pdf
NFTE Volunteer Engagement: https://volunteer.nfte.com/
Entre News with two Volunteers of the Year: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BK4POOEU4D0 (beginning at 2:50)


Takeaways

  1. Understand how mentorship bridges classroom learning and real-world skills.
  2. Learn effective strategies for engaging volunteers in education.
  3. See how volunteer involvement fosters skills in young entrepreneurs.

Speakers

  • Anthony Curtis, Senior Manager, Volunteer Programs, Network for Teaching Entrepreneurship (NFTE)
  • Patty Alper, President of the Alper Portfolio Group, Author of Teach to Work, and NFTE National Board Member, The Alper Portfolio Group
  • Brandon Jones, Senior Vice President, Director of External Affairs, Comerica Bank
  • Christiaan van Driel, Director of Office Solutions and and awarded the 2024 Individual Volunteer of the Year for NFTE Mid-Atlantic, UBS

Organizer

Nathan Kisin, Executive Coordinator to the President & CEO, Network for Teaching Entrepreneurship (NFTE)


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