Why become a mentor?
To give back.
To see what tomorrow brings by staying “in the know” of the cutting edge innovations and leading technologies.
To connect with the PACT and Ben Franklin community.
For Team Mentoring - Learn and socialize with peers.
For a rewarding experiences - Satisfaction of helping entrepreneurs.
To advise without personal agenda.
For monthly meeting - build community and camaraderie.
Flexibility and formal process - All support provided by Mentor Connect staff for ease of scheduling and staying informed.
Mentor Qualifications
Experienced CEO Founder
Acceptance of Guiding Principles
Significant and relevant experience
Ability to advise and coach through constructive critiquing
Has the time to participate – 1-2 days a month
Comfortable with team mentoring
Role model for mentees
Why become a mentee?
Free coaching and expertise from seasoned professionals with relevant experience.
Connections with new contacts
Best practices, successes and failures
Education and networking with peers through a team of mentors
Flexibility and formal process - All planning and coordination provided by Mentor Connect staff for ease of scheduling and information
Entrepreneur Qualifications
PACT member, Ben Franklin-funded founder/leader, or founder from underrepresented groups via 1Philadelphia partnership.
Willingness to be mentored
From all stages of development in the technology and healthcare industries