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why choose us?

Why join the BuildUp Mentee Program?

At BuildUp, we believe that entrepreneurial mentorship can change lives. Our program connects driven entrepreneurs and future business owners with experienced mentors who are committed to helping you grow your business.

Through personalized guidance and support, you’ll gain access to:

Business Advice

Get strategic insights to navigate your entrepreneurial journey - from validating your idea to scaling your operations. Build confidence in your vision and next steps.

Skill Development

Learn practical tools to support your business growth, from financial planning and marketing to operations and time management. Get support where it matters most.

Founder’s Mindset

Build clarity, resilience, and confidence in your leadership. Work with a mentor who understands the path and will support you through the highs and lows of entrepreneurship.

why choose us?

Why join the BuildUp Mentee Program?

At BuildUp, we believe that entrepreneurial mentorship can change lives. Our program connects driven entrepreneurs and future business owners with experienced mentors who are committed to helping you grow your business.

Through personalized guidance and support, you’ll gain access to:

Business Advice

Get strategic insights to navigate your entrepreneurial journey - from validating your idea to scaling your operations. Build confidence in your vision and next steps.

Skill Development

Learn practical tools to support your business growth, from financial planning and marketing to operations and time management. Get support where it matters most.

Founder’s Mindset

Build clarity, resilience, and confidence in your leadership. Work with a mentor who understands the path and will support you through the highs and lows of entrepreneurship.

What You Can Expect

One-on-One
Mentorship

Personalized guidance from mentors
matched to your unique goals and interests.

Workshops
and Events

Exclusive access to skill-building sessions,
networking events, and inspirational talks.

A Supportive
Community

Be part of a network of peers, mentors, and
professionals who are invested in your success.

What You
Can Expect

One-on-One Mentorship

Personalized guidance from mentors
matched to your unique goals and interests.

Workshops and Events

Exclusive access to skill-building sessions,
networking events, and inspirational talks.

A Supportive Community

Be part of a network of peers, mentors, and
professionals who are invested in your success.

Mentee Criteria

Our mentee program is designed for entrepreneurs ready to grow. To ensure a meaningful and productive experience, we look for individuals who are committed to building or growing a business and open to learning from those who’ve walked the path before.

Willingness to Learn

You’re open to expanding your entrepreneurial knowledge, embracing feedback, and developing new skills to move your business forward.

Active Participation

You engage fully in the mentorship, proactively seeking advice, asking questions, and applying insights to your venture.

Goal-Oriented

You have clear business goals and collaborate with your mentor to reach key milestones and move your venture in the right direction.

Responsiveness to Feedback

You welcome constructive feedback and see it as an essential part of refining your business approach and leadership.

Entrepreneurial Focus

You are actively building or planning to launch a business and are seeking mentorship to support your growth as an entrepreneur.

Proactive Approach

You take initiative, act on opportunities, and face challenges head-on, ready to grow through action and learning.

Mentee Criteria

Our mentee program is designed for entrepreneurs ready to grow. To ensure a meaningful and productive experience, we look for individuals who are committed to building or growing a business and open to learning from those who’ve walked the path before.

Willingness to Learn

You’re open to expanding your entrepreneurial knowledge, embracing feedback, and developing new skills to move your business forward.

Active Participation

You engage fully in the mentorship, proactively seeking advice, asking questions, and applying insights to your venture.

Goal-Oriented

You have clear business goals and collaborate with your mentor to reach key milestones and move your venture in the right direction.

Responsiveness to Feedback

You welcome constructive feedback and see it as an essential part of refining your business approach and leadership.

Entrepreneurial Focus

You are actively building or planning to launch a business and are seeking mentorship to support your growth as an entrepreneur.

Proactive Approach

You take initiative, act on opportunities, and face challenges head-on, ready to grow through action and learning.

Ready to take the first step?

Whether you’re looking to grow or help others grow, BuildUp is here to support your journey.

Ready to take
the first step?

Whether you’re looking to grow or help others grow, BuildUp is here to support your journey.

Step-by-step

How to become a Mentee

1

Complete
application form

Provide your personal information, professional background, and areas of expertise. 

2

Ace the
interview

Participate in an interview to discuss your goals and fit for the program.

3

Participate in a
onboarding session

Attend a short orientation to understand program goals and expectations.

4

Begin your
mentorship journey

Get paired with a mentee whose goals align with your expertise.

Apply Now

Step-by-step

How to become a Mentee

1

Complete application form

Provide your personal information, professional background, and areas of expertise. 

2

Ace the
interview

Participate in an interview to discuss your goals and fit for the program.

3

Participate in a onboarding session

Attend a short orientation to understand program goals and expectations.

4

Begin your mentorship journey

Get paired with a mentee whose goals align with your expertise.

frequently asked question

Have Questions? We've Got Answers!

The BuildUp mentee program is open to entrepreneurs and aspiring entrepreneurs living in Atlantic Canada. Whether you’ve already launched your business or are actively working toward starting one, this program is designed to support you. If you’re committed to learning, growing, and taking action on your goals, you’re in the right place.

The BuildUp mentorship program is entirely free for mentees. We are a nonprofit organization committed to supporting our community. 

We carefully review your application and goals to match you with a mentor who aligns with your career interests, skills, and personal development needs.

While mentees can express preferences, our team strategically matches you with a mentor based on your specific goals and needs to ensure the best fit and greatest impact.

Upon successful completion of the mentorship program, mentees receive a certificate of completion that acknowledges their dedication and the skills they've developed.

If you feel the match isn’t effective, please contact our program coordinator. We can discuss the challenges and consider re-matching if necessary to ensure a beneficial mentorship experience.

frequently asked question

Have Questions?
We've Got Answers!

The BuildUp mentee program is open to entrepreneurs and aspiring entrepreneurs living in Atlantic Canada. Whether you’ve already launched your business or are actively working toward starting one, this program is designed to support you. If you’re committed to learning, growing, and taking action on your goals, you’re in the right place.

The BuildUp mentorship program is entirely free for mentees. We are a nonprofit organization committed to supporting our community. 

We carefully review your application and goals to match you with a mentor who aligns with your career interests, skills, and personal development needs.

While mentees can express preferences, our team strategically matches you with a mentor based on your specific goals and needs to ensure the best fit and greatest impact.

Upon successful completion of the mentorship program, mentees receive a certificate of completion that acknowledges their dedication and the skills they've developed.

If you feel the match isn’t effective, please contact our program coordinator. We can discuss the challenges and consider re-matching if necessary to ensure a beneficial mentorship experience.

Reach out

Get in Touch

Got questions or need more information? We’re here to help! Fill out the form, and we’ll get back to you as soon as we can. Let’s make great things happen together!

Reach out

Get in Touch

Got questions or need more information? We’re here to help! Fill out the form, and we’ll get back to you as soon as we can. Let’s make great things happen together!

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