WBENC Collegiate Accelerator Overview:
The WBENC Collegiate Accelerator (CA) is a growth-based multifaceted entrepreneurial program focused on the advancement of collegiate female founders. Learn more about the Collegiate Accelerator program HERE!
CA includes a robust Mentorship Program connecting student participants with mentors from seasoned WBENC-Certified WBEs alongside mentors from leading Corporations in a 2:1 mentorship model.
WBE Mentor Eligibility & Requirements:
In order to be eligible to serve, all WBE mentors must in good standing as a current WBENC-Certified Women's Business Enterprise, and must be able to commit to the following responsibilities:
- WBE mentors will support mentee’s general entrepreneurial journey including answering questions, offering advice, and serving as a resource for mentee(s) throughout the WBENC Collegiate Accelerator Program.
- Mentors will actively engage their network to introduce mentee(s) to professional contacts as mentee(s) work to gain valuable brand exposure and partnerships needed to grow their venture.
- Mentors will allow mentee(s) to practice their pitch and will give constructive feedback ahead of the CA Pitch Competition.
*Mentors are welcome to include more than one internal team member as part of the CA Mentorship Program as long as the designated contact person is made clear to the mentee and CA program lead.
*Please note, we encourage mentors to stay in touch with their mentees following the conclusion of the program; however, this is not a requirement.
Please reach out to Avery Trump at atrump@wbenc.org with any questions!