Opportunities

Alumni Volunteers

The LEADER Alumni Volunteer Program is a one-of-a-kind experience available to LEADER, Ivey and Western University alumni.

Alumni Volunteers (AVs) will travel abroad with a team of current Ivey students for the duration of the two-week program. AVs will have the opportunity to coach local entrepreneurs in emerging markets, lead case discussions and lectures, as well as explore the local culture alongside their LEADER site team.

The AV Experience

  • What You Gain


    A unique opportunity to travel, volunteer and make a sustainable impact on international development.

    Hands-on experience working with entrepreneurs in emerging markets, using your expertise and fresh perspective to help grow their business ideas.

    A deeper understanding of local markets, uncovering their opportunities and challenges.

  • What We Offer


    Program accommodations and logistics, including on-site instruction, participant coordination, networking sessions, and field trips.

    Comprehensive teaching materials and support, including cases and lectures, along with training in case-method teaching.

    No prior teaching experience is required as all necessary preparation will be provided.

  • What it Costs You


    Alumni Volunteers are responsible for their own flights and a donation to the LEADER Endowment Fund: $1,000 for one week or $2,000 for two weeks.

    The Endowment Fund supports program growth and provides financial stability. Managed by Ivey Advancement and held at the University of Western Ontario, its strategic use is guided by the LEADER Advisory Board.

“LEADER was the best part of the Ivey experience. It makes you think in every business situation about whether you truly understand where the other person is coming from… It feels just as amazing and powerful to be an Alumni Volunteer LEADERite 10 years later, but you bring something completely different to the table.”

— Jon Shell, MBA 2003

Former Advisory Board Chair, and Managing Director at Social Capital Partners

Apply Now 

Alumni Volunteers are a valuable addition to the LEADER instructor teams, and we are committed to making this program a great fit for you. Applications are being reviewed on a rolling basis. Once your application is received, you will be invited to a Q&A session with the LEADERite Alumni Volunteer Coordinator to discuss next steps.

For additional information or questions, please contact iveyleaderproject@gmail.com.