INWIC Mentorship Programme: Building Skills and Leadership in the Refrigeration Industry
INWIC's Mentorship Program creates a global network to support the professional growth of women in the refrigeration industry, including technical skills and leadership.
In the world of refrigeration, air conditioning, and heat pumps, the issue of skills is increasingly central. Alongside technological innovation and the transition to sustainable solutions, the need to valorize people and professional paths is also emerging.
The Mentorship Programme promoted by INWIC fits into this context, an initiative that aims to strengthen the presence and role of female professionals in the refrigeration sector at a global level.
A mentorship program designed for the HVAC/R industry
The Mentorship Program was created as a structured space for professionals with varying levels of experience working in the commercial and industrial refrigeration, air conditioning, and heat pump sectors to network and connect. The goal is not only to foster individual growth but also to create an international network of expertise capable of supporting participants in their technical and professional development.
The program connects mentors and mentees on topics ranging from specialized refrigeration skills to organizational and decision-making dynamics, offering concrete support for career management in a sector that is still highly technical and traditionally not very inclusive.
Why mentorship is strategic for the refrigeration sector
The HVAC/R sector is facing profound transformations: new refrigerants, digitalization, more stringent environmental regulations and increasing system complexity.
In this scenario, the availability of qualified skills becomes a critical factor for competitiveness. Programs like INWIC's help bridge the gap, encouraging the entry and retention of diverse professional profiles, including in technical and managerial roles.
Mentorship is not only a tool for inclusion, but also a means of transferring know-how, vision, and leadership skills, elements increasingly in demand in companies operating in international and highly regulated markets.
An impact that goes beyond the single path
The program's global scope allows participants to explore diverse experiences, markets, and approaches to refrigeration, broadening their perspective on the sector and fostering a more open and shared technical culture. This type of initiative helps strengthen the entire refrigeration ecosystem, making it better equipped to address future challenges, from sustainability to skills shortages.
