Back by popular demand, we're re-launching our successful APA Orange PEEL starting in March 2024! The application is due Tuesday, March 12, 2024. 

WHAT IS APA ORANGE PEEL? APA Orange PEEL (PLANNING: EDUCATION + EXPERIENCE + LEADERSHIP) is a mentoring program that builds a valuable network of peers and professionals. It helps to promote a positive atmosphere of career development among all planners throughout Orange County.  

OUR MISSION: The program’s mission is to foster a thriving, impactful mentoring program that continually builds a network of professionals to strengthen the ties within the planning community in Orange County.  

PROGRAM DURATION: March 2024 - Fall 2024

PROGRAM STRUCTURE: APA OC will pair each mentor with one to two protégés, who collectively will form a mentoring team. To facilitate communication between mentors and protégés, APA OC will host three group events that PEEL participants can take part in: 

- MARCH 2024: Speed mentoring kick-off event

- SUMMER 2024: Walking tour hosted by mentors 

- FALL 2024: PEEL appreciation event 

COMMITMENT: The program requires participants to commit to five meetings with your PEEL team. These may include participation in any PEEL events or those hosted by APA OC. 

Mentor Commitment:  Mentors are responsible for being available to their protégés through the duration of the PEEL program, which will conclude in Fall 2024. Discussion and meeting topics will be selected as a group. As a mentor, you will provide guidance and support to your protégé(s), share career and professional development advice, and help broaden their knowledge and connections in the planning profession.

Protégé Commitment:  Protégés are responsible for initiating the scheduling of meetings with your mentorship team. Discussion and meeting topics will be selected as a group. 

ELIGIBILITY: You must be a member of the APA Orange Section or live/work in Orange County. 

COST: Protégés will be assessed a $20 participation fee to cover the cost of materials, payable via venmo or cash prior to or at the kick-off event. 

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Tuesday, March 12, 2024

QUESTIONS? Please contact Jenny Yu, Vice Director of Professional Development at APAorangePEEL@gmail.com