Become a Mentor with the Centre for Entrepreneurship
Make a meaningful impact by becoming a Surge Mentor with Mohawk College’s Centre for Entrepreneurship.
Our Surge Mentoring Program is a structured 7-week experience, where mentors are paired one-on-one with a Mohawk College student or alumni entrepreneur. Mentors meet once per week for 1 hour to provide guidance, share expertise, and support early-stage businesses.
Program Terms
Meetings can take place virtually or in person, with access to a dedicated mentoring space at Mohawk College.
Who We’re Looking For
We welcome mentors who are:
- Entrepreneurs, business owners, or industry professionals
- Experienced in areas such as business strategy, marketing, finance, operations, leadership, or innovation
- Supportive, approachable, and committed to helping others learn and grow
- Strong communicators who enjoy coaching and sharing real-world insights
- Available to meet once a week for 7 weeks
What You’ll Gain
As a Surge Mentor, you’ll benefit from:
- The opportunity to give back to the local entrepreneurial community
- Professional development through coaching, leadership, and mentorship
- Exposure to fresh ideas, emerging businesses, and new perspectives
- Meaningful connections with Mohawk College students, alumni, and the entrepreneurship ecosystem
- An honorarium upon successful completion of the mentoring journey with your mentee
Make an Impact
By mentoring with the Centre for Entrepreneurship, you help empower the next generation of entrepreneurs while strengthening Hamilton’s small business community, one venture at a time.
Ready to become a Mentor?
Help shape the next generation of entrepreneurs and strengthen our small business community.