RIBBA is dedicated to advancing the business opportunities and vitality of Black-owned and minority businesses and professionals in Rhode Island by providing mentorship and education opportunities to individuals throughout their academic and career journeys.

About the Program​

The LEAP (Leadership Equity Accelerated Pathway) Mentor Program’s MISSION is to train and support individuals through their academic and early careers by providing well-informed programs and services that strengthen their skills and support the many complex challenges they face.

The program will take place over the course of 5 months, starting in December 2022 through May 2023. Pairs will meet for at least 1.5 hours per month and take part in mentor program meet-ups, educational workshops, and have access to career & business coaching.

Mentors will be matched with college through early career aged mentees. Mentor and Mentee pairs will work together solving attainable goals, resolving challenges and removing barriers with the support of RIBBA.

Mentors are expected to meet with their mentees monthly, attend trainings and mentor meetups, and work with RIBBA staff to provide any additional support required.

For more information or questions, please contact Joel Mejia | joel@ri-bba.org.