Become a Mentor for early startups

• 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.