Calling all women, femme, or non-binary bartenders in the greater Phoenix area! It’s time to apply for Skylight; our six week hospitality mentorship and education program. Motivated industry professionals can learn first-hand from our exceptional group of ceiling-shattering mentors and educators.

Awardees of this program will be paired directly with a mentor from a group of prominent women in the industry. Awardees will also receive access to educational programming covering a range of critical topics from cocktail creation, bar management, ED&I, personal brand building and more! This program will culminate in an event to showcase the hard work of our mentors and mentees. 

Details and commitment expectations below:  

Six week Program 

4/8-5/19 exact dates subject to slight change

Weekly 1 hour (maximum) video calls directly with mentor  

Weekly homework assignments provided by mentor

Weekly 1 hour (maximum) education sessions (five sessions held virtually, one in-person) 

Development of an original cocktail to be featured at the end of the event celebration and on a local cocktail menu

Participation at the finale cocktail showcase on May 19th to share your creation and celebrate the program!

Eligibility requirements: 

Identify as woman, femme or non-binary

Phoenix/Metro, Arizona Resident

Currently working in the hospitality industry as a bartender

Are 21 years or older

Can commit to the 2 hours a week of mentorship and leadership classes during the 6 week program

Can commit to participation in the finale showcase held on May 19th

Not in the Phoenix area? Check back in next year as we hope to expand to both culinary and beverage up-and-comers nationwide!