Cat Thomson’s rise to success is like something out of a Hollywood movie. In 2005 the singer-songwriter who is
currently signed to 604 Records (co-founded by Nickleback front man Chad Kroeger)
was spotted singing in a talent contest while on a cruise with her family. Her
voice moved a couple in the audience so much that they used their connections with
Louisiana State University who then offered her a full scholarship in opera
training for five years.
Her serendipitous journey continued when
Thomson’s music video was discovered on Twitter by Simkin Artist Management which
led to her being signed by 604 Records. Thomson, whose smooth voice compliments
her sophisticated and catchy pop songs, now strives to help others who share her passion for music.
Mentorship
with Glass Ceiling Demolition Co.
Thomson is a mentor with Glass Ceiling
Demolition Co., an inspiring mentorship organization that helps young women in
their careers and businesses. She says: “I constantly see the need for young
women to have strong influences in their life. I wanted young women to see that
in music, it’s not always about just being the glorified pop star. There is so
much more. You can be an engineer, a producer, a videographer etc.”
Thomson mentored Hannah Curr a sixth grader
who has passions to work in the music industry. During their mentorship
sessions, Curr joined Thomson at the studio where they would set short term and
long term goals and sing together. Thomson recalls, “My mentee was so
passionate about music, and we really were able to bond over that!”
A Mentorship
Singing Duet
An exciting goal that the team embarked upon
was to sing together at a photoshoot and performance put on by Thomson named
“See Through The Lies”. The event, hosted by 604 records, was held to engage a
dialogue about issues surrounding body image, bullying and self-worth.
“We practiced at every session and sang Brave
by Sara Barielles on the big day. It was a ginormous success! My mentee sang
her heart out and was the star of the show, I couldn’t have been more proud,” says
Thomson.
Curr agrees: “Working with Cat helped me
with my confidence and to feel brave performing.” She goes on to say: “She has
a good influence on girls to just be themselves. I really enjoyed this
experience, and I hope other girls take the opportunity to take part in a
mentorship program for something that they really love with such a positive
role model.”
Become
A Mentor
If you are a female entrepreneur looking to
mentor young women, visit Glass Ceiling Demolition Co. for amazing mentorship
opportunities. Take it from Thomson who says: “To anyone who has ever thought
about mentoring, if you’re in a position to do so, I highly recommend that you
do. You get the chance to meet so many interesting, smart and funny young
women, and you get to share stories with each other. It is rewarding and
challenging and just all-around great fun!”
For more information visit Glass Ceiling Demolition Co.