Become a mentor

Drive the next generation of startups in Rhine-Main forward!
Mentors play a pivotal role at LAUNCH, driving early-stage startups from the Rhein-Main region towards success. Throughout the 10-week incubator program, mentors engage with startup teams, building meaningful, collaborative relationships and serving as trusted advisors. You are expected to provide around 30 minutes of guidance weekly to help startups navigate their challenges - though more engagement is always welcome. Mentorship not only shapes groundbreaking ideas but also keeps the mentors closely connected to the future of regional innovation.
Cutting-Edge Innovation and Technology
Support startups driven by students and doctoral candidates from top universities, focusing on technological and scientific breakthroughs.
Collaboration with Tomorrow's Entrepreneurs
Engage directly with ambitious student founders who bring fresh perspectives and novel ideas to the table.
Strengthening the Rhein-Main Startup Network
Be part of a growing ecosystem by connecting with other key stakeholders and fostering the development of high-impact startups in the region.

Meet the mentors already on board

These experts are already supporting young, up-and-coming startups in our program.

Sergio Chavez

Mentor
Sergio Chavez is a serial entrepreneur with expertise in B2B SaaS and IT. As a go-to-market and partnerships expert, he empowers tech startup founders establish their companies as industry leaders.

Mentor since 2024

Sandra Mieth

Mentor
As a Strategic Advisor, Sandra Mieth advises companies on strategic issues relating to growth and organizational development. With her many years of experience in marketing and communications, she offers startups valuable support with their positioning.

Mentor since 2024

Alexander Schult

Mentor
With over 8 years of experience at McKinsey & Company and his current role as Data Analytics Strategist at QuantCo, Alexander Schult combines strategic thinking with technological know-how. As co-founder of ONDEWO, he also brings valuable insights into the founding and scaling of technology start-ups.

Mentor since 2024

Henrik Sabban

Mentor
Henrik Sabban brings his perspective as an investor to the individual mentoring. As Vice-President of Good Brands AG, he imparts valuable best practices and lessons learned from the VC fund's portfolio companies.

Mentor since 2024

Collaboration with top talents

Partner with ambitious students and doctoral candidates from leading universities, who are eager to push boundaries in their respective fields. As a mentor, you’ll collaborate closely with these driven individuals, contributing to and benefiting from their innovative approaches and fresh perspectives.

Access to a vibrant startup ecosystem

Immerse yourself in the dynamic Rhein-Main startup ecosystem, gaining connections with key players in the industry. Your involvement as a mentor not only shapes emerging startups but also strengthens your network within a thriving community of innovators and entrepreneurs.

Your journey to becoming a mentor at LAUNCH

1

Register as a mentor

Sign up as a mentor without obligation through the provided link.

2

Introduction call

We’ll schedule a call to get to know each other and discuss your interests.

3

Join the mentor pool

After the call, you’ll be officially added to our mentor pool.

4

Matching process

Based on your expertise and interests, we’ll match you with a suitable startup.

5

Congratulations!

You’re now a mentor at LAUNCH! We’ll inform you once the match is confirmed.

Join us as a mentor!

Our Winter Batch starts on November 08, 2024 and ends with Demo Day on January 16, 2025. We look forward to getting to know you and finding out how you can contribute to the success of our startups.