An organization is designing a formal mentorship program to help junior-level female employees advance into senior leadership roles. They are considering two primary models for pairing mentors and protégés.

• Model A: Pairs junior female employees with senior female executives to foster a sense of shared experience and support.
• Model B: Pairs junior female employees with senior male executives who currently hold the majority of high-level positions in the company.

Based on research findings about tangible career outcomes, which model is more likely to result in greater promotions and compensation increases for the female protégés? Justify your choice.