About LOT

Leaders of Tomorrow (LOT) is a mentorship program of The Vancouver Board of Trade which engages final year Post Secondary Students from across the lower mainland with industry experts to develop the leadership and managerial skills of Vancouver's future business leaders.

Through the generous donations of our sponsors, LOT selects top students in their final year from local post-secondary institutions. LOT sponsors engage their employees by connecting with today’s fresh talent and ensuring the continued success of the British Columbia Economy.

Students accepted into the LOT Program gain insight from business leaders, build professional relationships, and volunteer in their local community. Program Participants also receive a Vancouver Board of Trade Membership, offering them the opportunity to attend regular events to develop their skills and grow their network.

Through their involvement in the program students prepare to enter the workforce and develop the hands on skills to help them do so. The LOT Program is based on the four pillars of Mentorship, Volunteerism, Networking and Leadership.

Mentorship: Mentors dedicate 20 hours over the course of the one-year program to the mentees. The primary goal is to advocate for constructive change and positive growth. Volunteer mentors nurture talents and equip tomorrow’s community and business leaders with positive life skills.

Volunteerism: Through The Vancouver Board of Trade’s Committees and Task Forces, mentees explore current key issues and partake in community partners' projects. LOT contributes thousands of volunteer hours to the community each year.

Networking: Mentees receive a one-year membership to The Vancouver Board of Trade, giving them access to over 250 events hosted each year. LOT also hosts over 20 events including industry expert roundtables, an orientation night, a graduation ceremony, socials events and joint events with The Company of Young Professionals® (CYP).

Leadership: The program equips LOT mentees with business cards, recommended readings, access to keynote speakers, group projects and so much more. Mentees develop social capital and engagement skills that will shape the pulse of Vancouver’s future.