Ann is an excellent mentor! She actively listens, puts things into context, and makes connections that are not obvious. She also gives examples from her own experience to further emphasize learnings. Ann asks insightful follow-up questions that force you to think and evaluate, which leads to helpful and constructive conversations. By staying current with the latest developments in her field, she has an awareness of the most relevant items on which to focus during discussions. She offers lots of advice and suggestions, including specific action items and resources to explore. Ann genuinely wants a person to get the most out of the mentoring experience based on their needs and tailors her method accordingly. In addition to her extensive background and education, Ann has a positive and encouraging attitude that makes people look forward to the next conversation!