Mentor Program

45-minute one-on-one mentoring sessions

Strategic partners and seasoned entrepreneurs serve as mentors

Personalized conversations equip entrepreneurs to grow

We believe in entrepreneurs.

Dell Technologies began as a startup rooted in the entrepreneurial vision of a single person. Starting or scaling is a critical time for any business and Dell Technologies empowers entrepreneurs through innovation and technology while supporting the entrepreneurial ecosystem through programs like Dell for Startups.

The Entrepreneur Mentoring Program is an initiative designed to provide guidance, support, and expertise to entrepreneurs at various stages of their journey.

“The caliber of person who chooses to help themselves and utilize services like the Dell Entrepreneur Mentoring Program is already on a path to success. They are clear on what they need and who they are, they just need support in where they are going. The program is incredible. It brings people together from all walks of life and shows us the common threads that facilitate our ability to help each other. The Dell Entrepreneur Mentoring Program is one of the most important opportunities of my professional life, right now.”

KristianMentor

“I absolutely loved the experience, my mentor was informed, encouraging, and excited about my business and how to help me.”

NakiaEntrepreneur

How does Dell Technologies Entrepreneur Mentoring work?

Entrepreneurs are given “credits” to sign up for 45-minute 1:1 conversations with Mentors. During the onboarding process, Mentors select topics to define the areas that they would like to mentor Entrepreneurs. Entrepreneurs can browse by name, as well as filter by area of expertise or topic. After selecting a Mentor, Entrepreneurs can sign up for a conversation using the calendar function that displays the available times on the Mentor’s profile. Once booked, a confirmation email is sent to both the Entrepreneur and Mentor with the conversation date and time, and the link to enter the conversation. You can also enter the conversation via your profile page.

Is this program available globally?

D4S members from across the globe are welcome to participate in the Mentor Program. While some mentors may be bilingual, the program is currently predominantly available in English. As the program expands, more languages will be available.

Who are the mentors?

We work with experienced professionals and entrepreneurs who are passionate about helping others succeed and are willing to share their knowledge and insights. Our mentors are from a diverse range of backgrounds and experiences. They have expertise in Legal, HR, Finance, Operations, Sales, Marketing, Engineering, Venture Capital, Program Management, Entrepreneurship, and some are 'Jacks of all Trades'. We also value soft skills such as empathy and being a good listener, as these are important qualities for effective mentoring.

How are mentors matched?

You can browse our catalog of mentors to book 45-minute conversations. "Match recommendations" are made by the platform based on the mentor's profile and the entrepreneur’s needs. Selected professional areas, conversation topics, and your profile information will help the matching technology work well.

What platform do we meet on?

Your conversation will take place on the video call service that the mentor has set as their profile (e.g. Zoom, Teams, or the in-browser video). Once you book a conversation, you will receive a link via email to join the conversation.

Do you have a question not listed?

Find full program details and responses to frequently asked questions in our Entrepreneur Guide.

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