This is a great article!
Outside of connecting some of our interns with each other or interns with upper level, mentor-like employees, I have not been as involved in connecting others yet. I have, however, been the recipient of this kind of management/networking structure, and it has been rewarding.

My company hosts trainings for large groups of employees, firm wide, and across various disciplines, who are at the same stage of their career. Together we experience training on how the company is run, the goals and vision of the company's future, and how to prepare for our own individual paths. The best part about these connections is knowing that we will all "grow up" in the firm together. It is so much easier and more motivating to solve problems on my own when I have personal connections to other departments. Even if my connection cannot help me, they will know better who to ask. I look forward to promoting and facilitating these types of connections in the future.