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Several benefits by joining the our online program

Whether you wish to improve or implement a mentoring program, the benefits of WLM online program are substantial:

Increase the survival rate of your portfolio companies
Attract unique professional skills and experiences
Release resources and skills beyond your own staff
Improve the commercial side of your portfolio companies and their ability to attract investment capital

The total length of the program range from 6 – 12 months, but you will see the benefits from early on.

The We Love Mentors’ online program

PREPARATION PHASE

1-2 months

	We set the overall ambitions, goals and milestones of the mentor program together
	You receive customized content for promoting the program for potential mentors and mentees
	We set up the surveys for mentor and mentee applications
	Selection process of mentors and mentees

ACTIVATION PHASE

3-4 months

	Shared kick-off session Individual sessions
	Mentor and Mentee training sessions
	Match-making
	Mentor and Mentee guidelines
	Individual sessions
	Mentor and Mentee Check-ins

EVALUATION PHASE

3-4 months

	Mentor Certification proces
	Final Mentee Impact Survey
	Shared graduation and celebration for the cohort of mentors and mentees
	Action plans for mentees

PREPARATION PHASE

1-2 months

	1. We set the goals and ambitions with the program for your organization Participants: Program Manager + WLM We define what you want to achieve with the WLM mentor program, such as: Increase the technology and business readiness level Improve the survival rate of the participating companies Grow the professional networks of the companies Improve leadership skills within the companies Mature the companies’ readiness for investments
	2. You receive: Ready-to-share content and artwork to attract relevant mentor candidates and mentees Application links for mentors and mentees Participants: Program Manager + WLM Based on your specific need of the mentors we provide relevant content to share for: Newsletters Social Media content Your website Application links for mentors and mentees
	3. We go through the applications and select mentors and mentees for the cohort Participants: Program Manager + WLM We recommend the candidates that fit your program. You notify selected candidates.
	4. We evaluate company data to define KPI’s within technology and business readiness level. Participants: Program Manager + WLM We collect mentee company data to learn about their: Business Readiness Level Technology Readiness Level Investor Readiness Level (Based on KTH’s definitions Other key performance indicators This will be used later for the final survey and comparison when the companies exit the program.

ACTIVATION PHASE

3-4 months

	1. Kick-off session – 45 minutes Participants: Program Manager + Mentor Initial introduction of the mentor program. You will introduce your organization to the program and make sure that all resources are clarified.
	2. First mentor training session Participants: Mentor + WLM Introductory session focusing on the role of a good mentor and powerful techniques.
	3. Mentee training – 55 minutes Participants: Mentee + WLM We prepare mentees for the upcoming process and explain what they should expect from their mentor and how to prepare for their first session.
	4. Matchmaking Participants: Mentors + Mentees The group of mentors is presented with individual pitches from the mentees focusing on their challenges and needs. Mentors can get a deeper understanding by asking clarifying and exploring questions.After this event, mentors submit their preferences. Suggested matches are shared with the mentors. Finally, mentees are informed of their match.
	5. Final mentor preparation Participants: Mentor We share guidelines and meeting templates to support the upcoming sessions between mentors and mentees.
	6. First Mentor and Mentee Check-in Participants: Mentor and Mentee groups Mentors and mentees share their experiences, network and receive coaching from WLM on their performances.
	7. Second mentor training session – 55 minutes Participants: Mentor + WLM The 6 important factors of how to successfully lead a mentoring session.
	8. Second Mentor and Mentee Check-in Participants: Mentor and Mentee groups The group of mentors and mentees share their experiences separately.
	9. Third and final mentor training session – 55 minutes Participants: Mentor + WLM Halfway through the program, mentors receive the third training session. In this session we go deeper into the techniques of unlocking the potential of your mentee and how to work structured with creative solutions to the challenges your mentee is facing.
	10. Third Mentor and Mentee Check-in Participants: Mentor and Mentee groups The group of mentors and mentees share their experiences separately.

EVALUATION PHASE

3-4 weeks

	Mentor Certification Process Participants: Mentor and WLM Mentors are rated by their mentee. An average evaluation is the key to earning the Mentor Certification.
	Final impact survey with participating Mentees Participants: Mentees and WLM Final survey on key performance indicators, technology and business readiness level is conducted and shared with the client.
	Shared graduation celebration with cohort of mentors and mentees. Mentors receive the Certification Diploma. The results of the survey are presented. Mentees have the opportunity to show appreciation for their mentors.

Pricing information

Contact

For more information contact Program Manager Thomas Hørdam thomas@welovementors.com / Thomas Hørdam’s LinkedIn profile

Phone	+45 3171 3704
Email	thomas@welovementors.com
Skype	thomashordam