Celebrating 35 Years of Mentorship
2026 Forum & IVWG

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You’re Invited: Join Us in Celebrating 35 Years of Mentorship
At the 2026 Forum & IVWG, we are proud to celebrate the more than 850 mentor-mentee pairs who have come together to create lifelong professional and personal relationships. If you have been part of this journey, you are invited to join us for special mentorship programming, memories, and connecting with both old and new friends.

Special Reunion Invitation
As a thank you for your commitment to the WDS community, all mentor-mentee pairs both past and present will receive a $50 discount on Forum registration. To receive this discount:

  • WDS will email a discount code to all mentors and mentees we have on record.
  • Didn’t receive your code by September 15? Please email us at [email protected].

A Gift of Gratitude: Mentors Covering Registration
To honor the tradition of giving back, mentors will have the option to cover their mentee’s registration. If you choose to do so:

  1. Please include your mentee’s name on your registration form.
  2. Submit your mentee’s registration fee along with your own.
  3. Connect directly with your mentee to let them know you’ve covered their registration so they can plan their attendance.

Be a Part of the Celebration
The WDS Mentorship Reunion is more than just a discount—it’s a chance to connect, reflect, and celebrate the relationships that have shaped our community for 35 years. The following special programming has been added in honor of this special celebration!

  • Mini Mentorship Moments: Choose Your Own Table Adventure
  • 35 Years of Mentorship: Lessons, Legacies, and Lifelong Bonds
  • Dinner & Awards: Special Mentorship Recognitions TBA

Share Your Story
If you are a current or former WDS mentor or a recipient of the WDS Mentorship Award, please share a brief testimonial and pictures from your experience. Send them to [email protected] to be featured throughout the Forum.

Want to become a Mentor? Do you need a Mentor?
Visit the WDS mentor directory. Please note this program is available to WDS members only.