It Started with 30 Young People and a Simple Idea
In early 2020, we gathered 30 young people in a small office on Wimpole Street for our very first mentorship brunch. The goal was simple: help young people discover their purpose and unlock their potential.
Then the World Changed — And So Did We
Just weeks later, the pandemic hit. But instead of slowing down, we went online — and 300 young people showed up to our first virtual event. From that moment, it became more than an event. It became a movement.
GPE Has Grown into a Purpose-Driven Ecosystem
Since then, over 1,000 young people have been through our programs. We've partnered with leading organizations including:
- EY
- Soho House
- Advertising Week
- Zebra Technologies
- UK Black Business Show
- Imperial College London
- LSE
- And many more
We've hosted events with up to 500 attendees, created 150+ job opportunities, and are now aiming to reach 30,000+ young people through the next phase of our journey.
Now We're Building Tech to Scale This Impact
In 2025, we're launching PRGRSS — a platform to match young people to mentors, job opportunities, and resources at scale. What started as one room is now a global vision powered by purpose, people, and technology.
Join the Movement
Let's build a future where every young person knows their purpose — and has the tools to live it.
Meet the Team
André Spence
Founder
Leading the mission to revolutionize mentorship globally
Anthony Dramanu
Operations
Driving operational excellence and program delivery
Hurera Nadeem
Developer
Building the future of mentorship technology
Hashir Baig
CTO
Leading technical innovation and development
Influential Advisors
Our team of experienced advisors brings diverse expertise to guide our mission
Tom Bohills
Founders Law
Brian Marcel
IBCS Group
Nick Jones
Soho House
Selene Brett
PPROBacked by Industry Leaders
Many More
Join Our Journey
HOW YOU CAN JOIN
Choose your journey and start making progress today.
MENTEES
Mentorship that moves you forward
Discover new paths, unlock your potential, and build confidence with guidance from real professionals.
You get:
1:1 video mentorship from industry experts
Tailored support for 18–25 year-olds
Career insights in creative, media, tech, PR, advertising & STEM
Access to CPD-accredited mentors
Confidence, clarity, and direction for your next step
Ready to start your journey?
MENTORS
Use your experience to change lives — and grow while doing it
Support young people, build your leadership, and earn recognition.
You get:
Mentor through 12-minute video calls
Open to those with 3+ years' experience
Earn CPD credits + free membership to the Institution of CPD
Grow your coaching and leadership skills
Join a private network of professionals
Support diverse, early-career talent
Download the app to become a mentor
COMPANIES
Create lasting impact through meaningful mentorship
Partner with PRGRSS to attract, engage, and develop diverse talent.
You get:
Access to a vetted pool of diverse 18–25 year-old talent
Staff mentorship through CPD-accredited programs
Reverse mentorship, DEI training, and tailored onboarding
Data insights to support recruitment & retention
Visibility through the app, events & social campaigns
Collaborate on speed mentoring, panels, and workshops
One million mentored. Be part of the movement.