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Reframing the future of media careers.

Madison Ave Mentors puts early-career media talent in the room with the industry's most senior leaders — starting with those who can open doors.

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The On-Ramp is Gone

Entry-level jobs in media and advertising once offered more than a paycheck. They gave people direct access to decision-makers and real-world learning.

Now, AI is removing those roles and the valuable experience that came with them. We’re working to create those opportunities on purpose.

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Curated In-Person Events

We bring a carefully selected group of early-career professionals together with senior leaders for real conversation.

With structured seating and rotating mentors, every mentee makes multiple meaningful connections.

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Where We're Headed

We plan to offer skills-based programming designed to help early-career professionals grow with confidence.

As we expand, we'll also include internship connections and job placement opportunities to help turn learning into real career momentum.

WHO'S IN THE ROOM

Mentees (Application-based)

  • College seniors graduating within the next 12 months

  • Professionals with 5 years or less of full-time experience in media, advertising, marketing, ad tech, or production

  • Career changers welcome — we screen on time in the industry, not age or degree

Mentors (by Invitation)

  • 10+ years in the industry, currently Senior Director/VP level or above, or a founder/owner

  • Creative, media, tech, production, and client-side backgrounds

  • Commitment: attend the event, plus a 30-minute follow-up conversation with a mentee

Join Us for Our Launch

We're kicking off with an invitation-only lunch taking place during Advertising Week New York this October.

Mentees

You are encouraged to apply if you're graduating within the next year or if you've got five years or fewer in media, advertising, marketing, ad tech, or production.

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Sponsor

Help us put people in the room. Madison Ave Mentors runs on the generosity of an industry that remembers what it was like to be handed a chance. Sponsorship covers venue, food, printing, and photography for our launch event and beyond.

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