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  1. If I pay to join the HBA but don’t get accepted into the mentoring program, can I get my mentoring program fee back?

    Created On: 05/11/2020 in Events & Engagement Events Mentoring Program Information and FAQs Refund FAQs
    Yes. It is unusual not to be accepted into the mentoring program. However, if you do not get accepted into the program, your mentoring fees will be refunded.

  2. I live outside of the EMEA, Canada, Asia-Pacific, Latin America and the US. Can I participate in the HBA mentoring program?

    Created On: 05/11/2020 in Events & Engagement Events Mentoring Program Information and FAQs Registration FAQs
    Yes, please email mentoring@hbanet.org to discuss options. Please consider time zones when deciding which region's program to participate in, as your live participation will be necessary to get the most out of the program.  ...

  3. I live in EMEA but want a group experience. Can I apply to the US program?

    Created On: 05/11/2020 in Events & Engagement Events Mentoring Program Information and FAQs Registration FAQs
    Yes, you absolutely can. Please keep time zone differences in mind.   NEW in 2024, EMEA is now offering group experiences to registered participants of the program. In your matching survey, please specify if you'd like to participate in a group...

  4. I live in the US but want a 1:1 mentoring experience. Can I apply to the EMEA, Canadian, LATAM or Asia-Pacific programs?

    Created On: 05/11/2020 in Events & Engagement Events Mentoring Program Information and FAQs Registration FAQs
    Yes! You can apply for the EMEA, Canadian, Latin American or Asia-Pacific programs. Please just be mindful of time zones, as these programs will operate in their local times.

  5. I want to participate in the program but I am not an HBA member, can I still participate?

    Created On: 05/11/2020 in Events & Engagement Events Mentoring Program Information and FAQs Registration FAQs
    HBA membership is a requirement of the program. Both mentees and mentors must become an HBA member and remain a member throughout the program. We have bundled pricing to make it easy for you to purchase membership with your program registration.  ...

  6. I am between jobs. Can I get a discount on the mentoring fee?

    Created On: 05/11/2020 in Events & Engagement Events Mentoring Program Information and FAQs Registration FAQs
    Discounts for the mentoring program are not available but HBA does offer a assistance for HBA members in career transition . ...

  7. I registered for the mentoring program on the HBA website. What is the next step?

    Created On: 05/11/2020 in Events & Engagement Events Mentoring Program Information and FAQs Registration FAQs
    Once you register for the program on the HBA registration page, you will automatically receive a confirmation email outlining next steps and setting expectations. The link to the matching survey will be emailed to you within one week of registrat...

  8. If I miss the early bird rate, can I still get the early bird rate?

    Created On: 05/11/2020 in Events & Engagement Events Mentoring Program Information and FAQs Registration FAQs
    Once early bird registration closes on 31 December, the regular pricing begins; no exceptions. We recommend registering early.

  9. If I miss the registration deadline, can I still apply?

    Created On: 05/11/2020 in Events & Engagement Events Mentoring Program Information and FAQs Registration FAQs
    Once registration closes, it cannot be opened for those who miss the deadline.  We do run the program once annually, and encourage you to check back next year! Again, please register early if you know you wish to participate, in order to avoid any ...

  10. Mentoring Program - Important Dates

    Created On: 05/11/2020 in Events & Engagement Events Mentoring Program Information and FAQs General information/FAQs
    These dates are approximate; check with your specific region for more detailed information regarding mandatory events. Early bird registration: Available until 31 December Regular registration: 1 January – 31 January Matching - Pairs/Groups ar...