The Mentor's Gift

Every young person is told: find yourself a mentor. But how do I discover the right person? Will it really be worth it? The Mentor's Gift is one beloved arts leader's four-decade story of cultivating CEOs, psychologists, arts consultants, artists, financial and legal experts, and even a "corporate shaman" as mentors, and along the way discovering her own power to transform the performing arts. From opera student to stage director to performing arts center CEO, Anne C. Ewers writes with humor and authority about the journey to personal and professional success, at each step affirming the integral value of mentorship.

"A must read for anyone seeking self-discovery and navigational strategies in a complex environment."- the Honorable Marjorie O. Rendell, United States Circuit Court Senior Judge

"Anne's insights on the many facets of mentorship ... make this tale both inspirational and cautionary for anyone hoping to forge a similar path." - Maestro Keith Lockhart, Conductor, Boston Pops, Chief Guest Conductor, BBC

"I was captivated by every word she wrote ... The world of backstage, whether directing or fundraising, came alive for me." - Jacqueline B Mars, businesswoman, philanthropist, and advocate for women's education

"A masterclass in not only the value of mentorship, but also in leadership as well." - Stephanie Humphrey, contributor, Good Morning America, tech educator and influencer

Anne C. Ewers was guided by 31 mentors over four decades as she went from opera stage director to visionary executive, leading two of the largest and most complex performing art mergers of the 21st century.

-- Anne C. Ewers