Call for Speakers & Mentors: PSL's Spring 2022 Accelerator Programs
BECOME A SPEAKER OR MENTOR
We are seeking startup founders, executives, and investors to donate their time and energy to mentor participants throughout PSL’s brand new Ethical Entrepreneurship and Cannabiz Accelerator programs. Each 10-week program will take place between March 8 and May 10, 2022. Speakers, Mentors and Evaluators are actively recruited by the PSL Team & Board to provide encouragement, help facilitate progress, and guide founders where they need it most.
Dedicated mentors, session speakers & mentors help our Founded in Philly founders grow and succeed. We’re actively recruiting for all roles right now; read more and apply below.
Dedicated Mentors:
Anticipated time commitment: 4 hours per month (1 hour per week)
Anticipated length of commitment: 10 weeks (March through May; the duration of the program)
Session Speakers & Mentors:
Anticipated time commitment: (1), 2-hour virtual session
Anticipated length of commitment: Speakers prepare a ~30 minute presentation; mentor and speaker each facilitate (2) breakout rooms for 30 minutes each
Key tasks and responsibilities:
All positions work with the founder(s) to identify and reflect on specific goals and actions needed in order to successfully run a business
Dedicated mentors meet regularly with the founder(s) to discuss progress: 4x per month
All positions help identify other resources & support as appropriate
Provide encouragement to sustain momentum & motivation
Provide feedback to PSL regarding startup milestones and progress
Desired attributes
Commitment to the mission, vision and values of Philly Startup Leaders and to helping Philly founders find success
Adept at relating to, and empathizing with, entrepreneurs and their aspirations
Capable of developing the skills of early-stage entrepreneurs to make strategic business decisions
Ability to maintain appropriate boundaries while providing valuable guidance during business startup activities
Skilled at providing both positive and constructive feedback, and challenging assumptions
Accessible, reliable and able to meet commitments
Commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion
Effective communication and interpersonal skills
Excited about startups, technology and entrepreneurship in Philadelphia
Experience in the specified industry and concentration
