The Maryland Tech Council Venture Mentoring Services – Connecting Entrepreneurs with Business Experts

We are now recruiting mentee companies to participate in the  Maryland Tech Council Venture Mentoring Services (MTC VMS) Program. MTC VMS is based on a team mentoring approach modeled after the highly-successful MIT Venture Mentoring Service which has been implemented in more than 84 communities around the globe.  

FAQ

Who is eligible to participate?
Technical and life sciences companies
•  Led by an individual or individuals working full time on the business
•  With a nexus to Maryland
•  With a demonstrated proof of concept
•  Preparing for their first venture or institutional financing

Is the Mentee Company responsible for any fees?
The available resources of MTC VMS shall be offered without charge to all mentors and mentees

Are there rules or expectations for Mentee Companies?
Mentees who participate in the MTC VMS should understand and are expected to abide by a statement of principles and guidelines

Mentees will sign and acknowledgement and release form.

How do I apply?
To apply, complete and submit the online application. All information provided by applicants will be kept confidential

How does the process work?
Potential mentees whose applications are accepted will have the opportunity to present to potential mentors at a monthly mentor meeting. Members of each mentor team are selected with the Mentee’s concurrence following the presentation. Teams generally meet every 4-6 weeks with potential digital and voice communication between sessions. The approach is very much mentee driven

Meet some of the Mentee Companies Here