The Professional Development & Education Committee works to ensure future leaders in the industry are prepared for a fluid market with ever-changing responsibilities. This committee is dedicated to improving the knowledge base, skills, abilities and confidence of current and future leaders.
This committee’s mission is to support IWC leadership with strategic planning to develop the latest accessible and robust professional learning opportunities and continuing education where individuals can gain new skills and knowledge, and increase competencies to improve their job performance or hireability.
Through equitable access to learning and training, the IWC network provides high-quality professional development and educational opportunities, specifically geared towards building skills and knowledge to work in the industry. Programs will be delivered through a variety of formats, including in-person workshops, webinars, and one-on-one mentoring activities.
IWC Mentorship Program 2025
IWC is excited to relaunch our Mentorship Program this year. Run by our Professional Development and Education Committee, the mentorship programs formalize relationships between professionals in a particular industry and those who are new and wishing to enter that industry.
The major function of the IWC Mentoring Program is to promote the mentee’s development in specified areas previously identified by the mentee and to ensure a successful completion of the program. The program aims to be the first step to develop a pipeline for women who are passionate about cannabis and who will eventually become stewards and leaders in the cannabis industry in years to come.
The IWC Mentorship program runs for 8 weeks with a minimum of 2 hours per week for the duration of the program.
The purpose of the mentoring program is to help mentees reach their professional development objectives.
IWC selects women of all ages and positions for a chance to be matched up with mentors in the legal cannabis industry.
Applications for the Mentorship Program are open
July 1st 2025 – August 15th 2025
Meet our Co-Chairs
Our dedicated Co-Chairs lead the way in driving the IWC mission forward. As key members of their committee, they bring expertise, passion, and a commitment to fostering growth, collaboration, and opportunities within the industry. Get to know the leaders making an impact.
Gina Gault
IWC Board President &
Special Projects Manager at Instant Alliance
Silvia Rogel
IWC Board Secretary &
Director of Strategic Partnerships and External Affairs at
The Center: Resources for Teaching and Learning
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