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Advanced small-group mentorship

Elite Mentorship Circle

Work directly with Michael Camp Bentley, “The Splunk Doctor,” in a focused mentorship experience for experienced Splunk professionals seeking deeper technical, architectural, and career guidance.

Maximum 10 members 4 live sessions monthly Advanced Splunk focus 30-day guarantee
Monthly Membership Flexible access with four live sessions each month
$497
Choose Monthly
Annual Membership Full-year access with the best overall value
$4,970
Choose Annual
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Clear training options

Ableversity is affordable, but not everything is free.

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Free introductory courses

Selected free courses and resources help learners explore Splunk and begin developing foundational skills.

Affordable paid training

Structured courses, bootcamps, certification preparation, and mentorship are paid offerings priced to reduce barriers.

Veteran course access

Eligible veterans may qualify for selected Ableversity courses at no cost.

Premium mentorship

The Elite Mentorship Circle is a premium advanced program for experienced Splunk professionals.

Your mentor

Learn from “The Splunk Doctor.”

Michael Camp Bentley brings advanced technical experience, community leadership, and practical problem-solving into every session.

36

Splunk certifications

Broad expertise across the Splunk ecosystem.

2016

SplunkTrust member

Longstanding recognition within the Splunk community.

10+

Splunkbase applications

More than 26,000 combined downloads.

2018

Revolution Award

Plus Splunk and Cribl consulting credentials.

What makes it elite

Advanced guidance built around real challenges.

Intimate learning

  • Maximum 10 members per cohort
  • Direct questions and personalized guidance
  • Real-time troubleshooting discussions
  • Scenarios based on member environments

Advanced technical topics

  • Complex search optimization
  • Architecture and deployment planning
  • Performance troubleshooting
  • Custom application insights

Leadership and strategy

  • Business-case development
  • ROI and value measurement
  • Team development and training plans
  • Career advancement guidance

Member benefits

  • Private community access
  • Monthly case-study discussions
  • Priority support
  • Networking with experienced peers
Value versus investment

Understand what your training investment can build.

Technology hiring and career advancement can take time. The strongest value of mentorship is not an instant job promise, but the skills, confidence, and practical experience that can make you more prepared when the right opportunity appears.

$497

Training investment

Join monthly for flexibility, or choose the annual membership at $4,970 for a lower effective monthly cost.

12 mo.

Time to develop

Four live sessions each month create a consistent path for developing advanced skills, applying feedback, and strengthening real-world decision-making.

Growth

What you can build

  • Stronger advanced Splunk knowledge
  • Better troubleshooting and architecture skills
  • Greater confidence discussing technical decisions
  • Career and leadership readiness
  • A professional network of experienced peers
No hype

What training cannot guarantee

  • A job, promotion, or salary increase
  • Passing a third-party certification exam
  • Results without practice and participation
  • A specific employer hiring timeline
  • Immediate mastery of every Splunk environment
Why this matters: A technology job search or hiring process may take weeks or several months. Investing in structured development during that time can help you become better prepared to demonstrate practical value when interviews, projects, promotions, or consulting opportunities arise.
Membership options

Choose the commitment that fits your goals.

Monthly

Flexible membership

$497
per month
  • Four live mentorship sessions monthly
  • Private member community
  • Advanced case discussions
  • 30-day money-back guarantee

Ableversity is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit educational organization. Payments for training and mentorship may involve goods or services received. Tax treatment varies, so consult a qualified tax professional regarding deductibility.

Talk with an advisor

Schedule a consultation.

Ask questions, discuss fit, or explore corporate participation before joining.

Member experiences

What members say.

Professionals join the Elite Mentorship Circle for deeper technical insight, practical guidance, and direct access to an experienced mentor.

Michael’s insights helped us identify practical optimization opportunities that changed how we approached our Splunk environment.
Sarah Chen
Principal Engineer, Technology
The small-group format creates room for real questions and meaningful discussion. I have been able to apply what I learned directly at work.
Marcus Rodriguez
Splunk Architect, Financial Services
This is advanced mentorship rather than a repeat of introductory material. The sessions focus on the difficult problems experienced Splunk professionals actually face.
Jennifer Park
Security Operations Lead
Frequently asked questions

What to know before joining.

The Elite Mentorship Circle is intended for experienced Splunk professionals and focuses on advanced technical, architectural, and strategic topics.
Sessions are recorded for members, and follow-up questions can be discussed through the private member community.
Yes. Ableversity can support corporate invoicing and professional development purchasing processes.
No. Ableversity offers selected free introductory courses, affordable paid training, and premium mentorship. Eligible veterans may qualify for selected courses at no cost.
Plan for approximately four hours of live sessions monthly, plus optional preparation, community participation, and implementation time.

30-day money-back guarantee

Join with confidence. If the program is not the right fit during your first 30 days, contact Ableversity to request a refund under the program’s guarantee terms.

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Ready to go deeper?

Join the Elite Mentorship Circle.

Build advanced Splunk knowledge, work through real challenges, and learn alongside a small group of experienced professionals.