At LEAD, we support entrepreneurs building the next generation of innovative companies.
As a mentor, you will play an important role in supporting founders and their teams by sharing experience, insights and network.
What the role involves
Providing strategic guidance on product, market and growth strategy
Offering practical feedback on business models, operations and team development
Coaching founders and leadership teams through key milestones
Opening doors to networks, partners and potential customers or investors
Who we’re looking for
We welcome experienced professionals, entrepreneurs, executives and specialists who want to support early-stage companies and give back to the startup ecosystem.
You might be a good fit if you:
Have hands-on experience scaling teams, products or businesses in relevant industries (deeptech, medtech, life science, B2B SaaS or similar)
Can offer practical, actionable advice and are comfortable working in uncertain, fast-moving environments
Are willing to commit time to regular check-ins, ad-hoc support and occasional workshops or pitch sessions
Bring a network of contacts that can help founders with partnerships, customers, recruitment or funding
What LEAD provides:
A curated match between mentors and startups based on needs and expertise
Access to the LEAD community, coaching resources and peer mentors
Opportunities to join mentor sessions, demo days and network events
Clear expectations and support from the LEAD team to make mentoring effective
Time commitment
Mentoring arrangements vary depending on the startup’s needs. Typical commitments range from a few hours per month to a more intensive advisory relationship during critical fundraising or product milestones. We discuss and agree timeframes up front to ensure a good fit for both parties.
How to apply
Interested in supporting startups at LEAD? Apply below and tell us about your background, the areas you can contribute to, and the type of founders or sectors you’d like to support. We review every profile personally and will contact you when a suitable match emerges.