A key success factor of the schools project is the support from regional business mentors.  The commitment and goodwill of companies and individual mentors adds value to the activities as it provides a real insight into the world of work.

Whether you want to spend 2 hours supporting a classroom project or whether you wish to sponsor an event or programme, becoming an Education Futures Business Mentor provides the following benefits to your organisation;

• Provides opportunity to link with schools
• Provides access to students to advise of career options
• Provides PR opportunities with local and regioal press
• Helps with Corporate Social Responsibility policies
• Helps to influence decisions of future consumers and workforce