THE LIGHTHOUSE INITIATIVE
About Us
The Lighthouse Initiative uplifts underrepresented minorities to professional success through longitudinal sponsorship. We are a non-profit organization that empowers underrepresented communities through dynamic sponsorship partnerships, personalized mentorship, and unparalleled resources for success in education and career opportunities. We focus on providing access to top universities and equipping participants with the knowledge, skills, and support they need to succeed and make a meaningful impact in the world. Our partnerships with esteemed organizations such as Lighthouse Communications allows us to offer cutting-edge programs, such as the 10-week virtual communications coaching program designed to help minority young professionals develop strong leadership communication skills.
Meet the Founders
Teresa Nguyen, MD
Stanford Medicine
Gabriel Bayomi, MS
Apple ML, Y Combinator
What is a longitudinal sponsor?
Advocacy
LONGITUDINAL SPONSORS ACTIVELY WORK TO PROMOTE THEIR PROTÉGÉS' VISIBILITY AND ADVOCATE FOR THEM, BY SPEAKING UP FOR THEM, PROVIDING LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATION AND MAKING INTRODUCTIONS TO KEY CONTACTS.
Spotlight
LONGITUDINAL SPONSORS ACT AS POWERFUL SPOTLIGHTS, ILLUMINATING THE TALENTS AND ABILITIES OF THEIR PROTÉGÉS TO THE WORLD. THEY OPEN UP NEW OPPORTUNITIES FOR THEIR PROTÉGÉS, SUCH AS JOB PROMOTIONS, RECOGNITION WITHIN THEIR FIELD, AND ACCESS TO VALUABLE NETWORKS AND RESOURCES.
Investment
LONGITUDINAL SPONSORS TAKE A PERSONAL INTEREST IN THE SUCCESS OF THEIR PROTÉGÉS, AND THEY ARE INVESTED IN THEIR UPWARD MOVEMENT AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT. THEY PROVIDE GUIDANCE AND MENTORSHIP, AND THEY ARE DEDICATED TO HELPING THEIR PROTÉGÉS ACHIEVE THEIR GOALS AND REACH THEIR FULL POTENTIAL.
What's the difference between a longitudinal sponsor and a mentor?
Support
MENTORS: PROVIDE SOME GUIDANCE AND ADVICE FOR CAREER ADVANCEMENT.
LONGITUDINAL SPONSORS: TAKE A PERSONAL INTEREST IN YOUR CAREER AND USE THEIR INFLUENCE AND CONNECTIONS TO OPEN DOORS FOR YOU, PROVIDING OPPORTUNITIES FOR GROWTH AND ADVANCEMENT.
Network
MENTORS: GIVE ADVICE ON HOW TO GROW YOUR NETWORK
LONGITUDINAL SPONSORS: INVEST IN YOUR CAREER BY CONNECTING YOU TO THEIR OWN POWERFUL NETWORK AND OPENING NEW OPPORTUNITIES FOR YOU.
Career
MENTORS: HELP SHAPE YOUR CAREER VISION AND PROVIDE FEEDBACK
LONGITUDINAL SPONSORS: INVEST IN YOUR CAREER SUCCESS AND ADVOCATE FOR YOUR GROWTH AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT, HELPING YOU REACH YOUR CAREER GOALS.