Become a business mentor
We are looking for experienced Somerset business leaders and entrepreneurs to join our network of business mentors
Mentors are experienced business professionals who contribute their knowledge and expertise to help support the growth and resilience of micro, small or medium businesses across Somerset.
We are looking for executive and senior management level business leaders, successful entrepreneurs or business consultants who understand the challenges associated with running and growing a business. You will also understand the value of impartial advice and want to help our small and medium enterprises grow and thrive.
Mentors should be able to offer sector experience or a specialism in areas such as marketing, finance, Human Resources (HR), growth, exit strategy or e-commerce. Most importantly they should have a desire to make a difference.
Benefits to you
Training
Take part in a two-day mentoring workshop with accreditation.
Career development
Get experience in mentorship to add to your skillset, and the reward of seeing a mentee’s businesses thrive with your support.
Networking
Be part of the start of a significant new chapter for the Somerset business community, and benefit from peer-to-peer support.
What you will be committing to
Mentors must be willing to set aside 1 hour per month either in person or online to meet with their mentee/s. The minimum requirement is 12 hours of mentoring over a year, with each mentee receiving 6 hours of free mentoring. Often, Mentors find the experience so rewarding that they give more time.
Mentors must also attend a two-day training workshop in preparation for delivering the programme either in October or February.
Testimonials
David Holmes
I came away from the session with a sense of excitement and optimism for the impact this initiative can have on Somerset Businesses.
Jo Reynolds
Being a Somerset Business Mentor allows me to give back to the local business community.
Peter Fullard
I’m enjoying implementing what I learned on the course, developing my knowledge and skills, and learning to be a true mentor.
Apply now
The next mentor training sessions will take place in the Spring, on 28 January and 12 February. You will be required to attend both sessions.
This form has 2 pages and will take approximately 5 minutes to complete.