I write this from the perspective of a co-founder of a business—Legal Innovators—that has made mentorship and sponsorship a cornerstone of its mission.  Indeed, my business partnership with Legal Innovators co-founder Bryan Parker sprung from a mentorship relationship formed 25 years ago when I was his partner advisor at Shearman & Sterling.  Our relationship has flourished from there to the point where we mentor each other.  I have had the privilege of mentoring many lawyers and other young people throughout my career, including many persons of different backgrounds from mine.