Take your WITS learnings to the next level.
Mentor Meetings are personalized sessions offered by some of our presenters at WITS. You’ll be able to meet one-on-one with our experts to grow your skills on a wide range of topics, from content development to blog monetization to pitch writing and everything in between.
PARTICIPATION FAQs
When are Mentor Meetings?
This year, Mentor Meetings are happening virtually in the weeks before and after WITS, with times available throughout the day depending on a mentor’s schedule. Check each mentor’s personal booking link to see when they’re available.
How do I sign up and pay?
Once you find a mentor you want to book a meeting with, click the booking button under their listing, choose the date and time you’d like to meet, and submit your payment.
Where do I go to meet my mentor for our meeting?
This year, Mentor Meetings are happening entirely online. Your mentor will connect with you personally to share the video conferencing platform you can use to meet with them.
Can I book more than one Mentor Meeting?
Yes! You’re absolutely welcome to book meetings with more than one mentor, or book multiple meetings with the same mentor if you really love them. Keep in mind that you will be charged for every meeting you book.
How do I prepare for my meeting?
This part is up to you. We recommend familiarizing yourself with your mentor so that you can prepare any questions you'd like to ask them or topics you’d like to cover. Feel free to reach out to them directly if you have more specific questions about how it might be helpful to prepare.
Can I change/cancel my meeting and get a refund after I’ve booked it?
Typically, all sales are final. However, you can reach out directly to your mentor to inquire if they are able to issue you a refund.
Will I miss anything else at WITS if I schedule a Mentor Meeting?
Nope! Because we’re hosting Mentor Meetings virtually this year they won’t conflict with any other programming.
More mentors will be added!
ALICE FORD
$100/hour
Ready to take the leap into content creation but not sure where to start — or how to stand out? This 1:1 coaching session is designed to give you the clarity, tools, and strategy you need to succeed on YouTube and other social platforms. Whether you're dreaming of becoming a full-time creator or want to level up your personal brand, we’ll cover everything!
Catarina Rivera
$225/hour
Want to make your work more accessible but don't know how? Or are you a disabled content creator who who wants to make an impact (maybe even do paid public speaking) but don't have a strategy? Then book a session! In 1 hour, Catarina will support you to come up with a strategy including concrete action items so you can make real progress right away. She'll share authentically about what she's learned on her journey. No gatekeeping here! Invest in expert advice to grow.
Eileen Ivette
$150/hour
Creating videos but not getting the engagement you want? Or maybe you have great ideas but can’t quite bring them to life? In this 1-hour mentor session, Eileen will help you sharpen your storytelling, improve voiceovers, build binge-worthy series ideas, and audit your current content. As an award-winning video producer (James Beard, Webby & Emmy-nominated) and winner of the Best Travel Series, Eileen knows what makes content stand out. Let’s turn your ideas into impact.
Jessie Festa
$130/hour
Want to turn your blog into a profitable, algorithm-proof business? Jessie turned her blog into a 6-figure brand and now helps creators build sustainable income. Focus areas can include email growth, affiliate income, content strategy, traffic diversification, brand partnerships, podcasting, and launching products like itineraries, tours, printables, courses, memberships, and paid newsletters. She can also audit your site and help you build a repeatable growth strategy. ($130, usually $250/hr)
Kim Callender
$50/hour
Building something, and looking for support with tech, UX, or product? I'm an ex-Googler turned Startup Founder, and love helping women get their ideas off the ground. I can help you map your next product, help suggest areas to make things more efficient using new tech, or dive into any specific challenges / Q's you've got. Whether you're dreaming up your first big idea or scaling something real, happy to help! Bonus: if you need a pep talk (or a reality check), I’m here for both.
MEG TEN EYCK
$250/hour
Are you a travel content creator ready to elevate your income streams? This personalized, one-on-one 60 minute mentorship session is designed to equip you with advanced monetization strategies tailored to your unique brand and audience. Deep Dive into Diverse Monetization Models: We'll explore beyond the basics, analyzing affiliate marketing, brand partnerships, digital product creation, subscription services, and more, identifying the best fits for your content.
Nicole Phillip
$130/hour
Does your social media growth feel stagnant? Engagement lagging behind? Nicole Phillip is here to help. Leveraging her experience managing social for major news and tech brands, she grew her own audience by 175K+ followers across platforms in just one year, landing collaborations with AT&T, Meta, Tripadvisor, and the State Department. Book a session to refine your strategy, create content that hits, and attract the right partnerships.
Nikki Vargas
$90/hour
Perhaps you're an aspiring travel writer trying to break into the industry. Maybe you're sitting on a travel story but having trouble pitching it. You could be an aspiring author wondering how to publish your first novel. If you've ever wished you could sit with either a travel editor or a published author and get some guidance, then this session is for you! Join bestselling author and Fodor's Travel Senior Editor, Nikki Vargas, to discuss your book idea, your travel writing, or both!
Rebecca Tribelhorn
$125/hour
Want to take your photography skills to the next level, take scroll-STOPPING images, and get brands to notice your work? Designed for content creators of all skill levels (and all camera types!), get personalized, one-on-one coaching with Rebecca on all things photography, editing, posing, travel self-portraits, & social media. We'll dive into the specific areas you'd like to improve and discuss different strategies for monetizing your images from brand work to licensing & more.
Sojourner White
$100/hour
Want to start creating video content, but don't know how to stand out in your niche? Looking for an audit on the video content you currently create? Or do you want insight on creating short-form (Instagram, YouTube Shorts, Tik Tok) or long-form (YouTube) content? Then book a session with Sojourner! For an hour, get one-on-one advice to help you clarify your video strategy and make content that is more engaging, shareable, and build a portfolio to pitch to brands and get paid.
Tavishi Gupta
$150/hour
Ready to unlock the next level of your travel business? Tavishi, founder of Tern (13,000+ trips built), helps creators and brands scale smarter with AI. In 60 minutes, she'll show you how to automate booking and trip planning, boost marketing, and land brand deals. Walk away with a custom AI roadmap packed with tools, workflows, and strategies to save time, grow revenue, and stay ahead. Actionable, tailored, and built for real results.
Youmie Jean Francois
$100/hour
Are money wounds holding your brand back? As a content creator or entrepreneur, your relationship with money directly shapes how you show up, pitch, and grow. If you're ready to break cycles of undercharging, fear of visibility, or inconsistent income—this one-on-one session is for you. We'll delve into the emotional roots of your financial challenges. I've raised millions but it didn’t start with strategy, it started with healing. Let’s align your healing with your hustle.