Strong and effective mentoring is a critical factor in the success of minority professionals. Because of its importance, the Toigo Foundation has placed Mentoring at the center of its APEx™ leadership curriculum.

We believe that Mentoring is more than a one-time encounter and exchange of contact information; we believe it is a process that takes place throughout one’s career, a cycle that includes coaching, formalized mentoring, and the expectation that, upon graduation, the Fellow will reciprocate by becoming a Coach and a Mentor. Fellows benefit from a structured program of coaching and mentoring during business school, and Alumni are able to tap into advanced professional mentoring resources.


Uniquely designed training programs impart the relevant tools to form a strong partnership. In the Toigo definition of Mentoring, everyone benefits. Mentors and Coaches gain perspective and skills, which are immediately transferable to the day-to-day work life.

All Mentors and Coaches become part of a dynamic team of advocates, colleagues, peers, and other professionals who serve as a supportive network to help prepare Fellows and Alumni for the responsibilities they will assume as successful financial professionals and industry leaders.