Become a Mentor

Mentors play a critical role in the EforAll Business Accelerator program, providing ongoing support and encouragement to an aspiring entrepreneur looking to start a business. Mentors get the opportunity to utilize their knowledge and professional experience as part of a dedicated mentor team during this year-long program.

This role is great for anyone looking for a highly rewarding and fun volunteer experience who can dedicate the time needed to help someone pursue their business dream.

Role of an EforAll Mentor

Utilize professional knowledge and expertise to serve as a resource for an entrepreneur, reaffirming topics and themes raised during classes
Help an entrepreneur understand customer segments, test and refine business models, set goals, and ultimately get their businesses started
Ask thoughtful questions that prompt the entrepreneur to reflect instead of just providing the entrepreneur with answers
Serve as a sounding board for entrepreneur to share concerns and questions
Build a partnership centered around trust and respect
Help set and prioritize goals while the entrepreneur is navigating this fast-paced Accelerator program

Who Makes a Good Mentor

Loves our mission
An empathetic and active listener capable of providing clear feedback
A passionate connector willing to open doors
A team player open to collaborating with other mentors as part of a dedicated team
Someone who can commit to the process. Must be able to conduct weekly online calls with their entrepreneur for the first 12 weeks of the program; once/month for the remaining 9 months
Come from a wide variety of backgrounds. No specific business, industry, or entrepreneurial experience is required
Has read and signed the EforAll Mentor Handbook

Ready to Apply?

It’s easy to apply on our handy EforAll app. You will be asked to provide some basic information, including the community where you want to mentor. The local community will follow up with you once your application is received!

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EforAll serves the following communities: Buffalo, NY; Longmont, Colo; Northwest Arkansas, Rhode Island; and the following Massachusetts communities: Berkshire County, Cape Cod, Fall River/New Bedford, Worcester, Holyoke, Merrimack Valley, Lynn, and Roxbury.

Meet Our Mentors

Rafael Fonseca – EforAll Merrimack Valley

Why did you decide to become a mentor?

I have always loved helping others. I enjoy passing on my experience to others..

Paulette Piñero – EforAll Greater Worcester

What are the biggest challenges that women entrepreneurs face?

The biggest challenge that women entrepreneurs face is what I call being systemically overlooked…

Shanita Clarke – EforAll Roxbury

What do you think makes EforAll special?

“I think the genuine care of the mentors and staff makes EforAll special. They provide so much educational content, but they also take time for self-care and communication when anyone feels overwhelmed or just needs someone to talk to.”

EforAll Mentor Benefits

Sense of satisfaction from helping others
Personal and professional knowledge by working with individuals in other industries
Opportunity to meet and network with other professionals.
Supportive and close-knit EforAll community