Everybody agrees that mentorship is critical to the success of corporate companies and organizations, yet few discuss what should be done to improve their mentorship process. Kenneth Ortiz shares his thoughts and wisdom on what is needed to develop successful mentor relationships to raise up the next level of leaders around us. Director of Lead Venture as well as the Bethany International Ministry Internship program. Kenny is a dynamic communicator, gifted Bible teacher, and published author. He has a strong track record of mentoring young adults and nearly 15 years of leadership experience in local church ministry, para-church ministry, and business. Kenny has been a youth pastor, conference speaker, school administrator, and successful entrepreneur. He is also the host of a popular podcast, “Theology for the Rest of Us.” Kenny’s undergraduate work was focused in the areas of Organizational Leadership, Psychology, and Biblical Studies. He is currently pursuing an M.Div. degree with an emphasis in Christian Education from Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary as well as taking supplemental graduate courses at Harvard University. Kenny is an avid reader, history buff, sports fanatic, Disney enthusiast, and coffee addict. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx