Welcome to the Mentor Me Program!
Unlock the potential of your startup with 28DIGITAL's Mentor Me Program - an exclusive initiative designed to empower early-stage entrepreneurs through expert mentorship. This programme connects you with seasoned industry leaders who will guide you through business strategy, innovation, and growth challenges.
Gain personalised insights, access to an expansive network, and actionable advice to accelerate your startup's success. Join us to scale your vision, refine your roadmap, and turn challenges into opportunities.
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- 4 + 2 months programme
- Continuous topic-based mentoring every month
- Interactive workshops
- Self-paced, on-demand help
- Online, English
- 33 000 EUR program fee, or
- 3% equity
- Team and team dynamics
- Product market fit
- Funding readiness
- Sales and marketing
- Masterclasses
- Cloud provider credits from selected vendors
- Discounted access to partner offerings
- Webinars with high-profile speakers
- Problem-focused mentoring
- Marketing, HR, tech, UX audit
- Online pitch events
| Batch | Application |
| #1: March - June (2026) | Application closed |
| #2: June - September (2026) | Application open! Apply here! |
| #3: September - December (2026) | Application opening in July, 2026 |
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Overview
Building and scaling a startup has always been a complex journey, but recent global challenges have underscored the need for startups to be resilient, adaptable, and financially stable. The Mentor Me Program, created by 28DIGITAL experts, addresses these needs by providing startup founders and executives with tailored mentorship, workshops and guidance. With a track record of supporting over 500 European tech startups, this programme focuses on equipping founders with the insights and skills needed to grow and thrive.
Through personalised mentoring, high-impact workshops and valuable networking, founders gain direct access to expertise in areas like business strategy, operations management, growth tactics, and raising capital. Designed for pre-seed stage founders, the Mentor Me Program fits seamlessly into packed schedules with flexible, interactive sessions led by experienced mentors and international experts. Founders will also join a vibrant community of entrepreneurs, exchanging knowledge and navigating challenges together.
Join Mentor Me to accelerate your startup’s success and gain the insights to scale your vision effectively.
Who should apply
Mentor Me is designed for angel / pre-seed digital & deep-tech startups that have built an MVP and are ready to validate product–market fit, strengthen execution, and get investor-ready.
This programme is a strong fit if you are:
- Angel or pre-seed stage
- Working with a prototype or MVP (and ready to iterate fast)
- Planning a pre-seed or seed round in the coming months
- Looking to improve team setup & hiring plan, not just the product
- Focused on building traction (go-to-market, sales pipeline, clear ICP)
- Based in Europe or having active presence/operations in Europe
- Ready to engage in an online, English programme over 4+2 months
Please eligibility conditions on the application form here.
By joining the Mentor Me Program, you will:
- Get structured, topic-based mentoring with clear goals and deliverables
- Strengthen team dynamics and execution (roles, gaps, scaling the team)
- Sharpen product–market fit and roadmap decisions
- Build fundraising readiness (investment story, pitch deck, plan)
- Improve sales & marketing foundations (positioning, channels, messaging)
- Access the 28DIGITAL network plus peer founders for learning and supportReceive tailored guidance from experienced mentors and leading industry professionals
Key elements
Key elements
1) Structured mentoring tracks
Targeted mentoring across the programme’s core themes: Team & team dynamics, Product–market fit, Funding readiness (investor relations), and Sales & marketing.
2) On-demand, problem-focused support
Get help when you need it: expert sessions, tailored guidance, and practical input on specific challenges (from hiring to growth blockers).
3) Masterclasses & expert webinars
Learn from experienced founders and industry experts through masterclasses and high-profile webinars, designed to be actionable for early-stage teams.
4) Practical audits to accelerate progress
Optional audits to identify key improvement areas: marketing, HR, tech, and UX.
5) Investor readiness & pitching opportunities
Strengthen your investment narrative and materials and access online pitch events and relevant introductions through the ecosystem.
6) Community & ecosystem access
Join a cohort of founders and plug into the wider 28DIGITAL community for peer learning and potential partnerships.
