Mentor the change at Impact Hub Berlin
JOIN OUR NETWORK OF EXPERTS AND SUPPORT IMPACT FOUNDERS IN SHAPING A BETTER FUTURE.
Purpose-driven startups are tackling some of the most urgent challenges of our time and they can’t do it alone.
We know that collaboration is key for systemic change, which is why for over 10 years now we’ve been empowering purpose-driven entrepreneurs and building a strong impact ecosystem of changemakers, investors, policymakers, researchers, and mentors like you!
By becoming one of the 300+ mentors at Impact Hub Berlin, you’re joining a supportive community of innovators and changemakers who care. Whether you’re passionate about climate action, circular economy, diversity & inclusion, or the future of work, your knowledge, experience, and motivation will make a meaningful contribution.
The Impact of becoming a mentor
Mentoring purpose-driven founders is a chance to give back in a meaningful way. By sharing your experience pro-bono, you’re not just helping early-stage startups build their businesses – you’re becoming part of the solution, of the collective effort to build a future you would want to be a part of.
Shake things up, gain fresh perspectives, expand your network, connect with inspiring like-minded individuals, and grow alongside motivated changemakers.
The perks and benefits of being a mentor
Enjoy a free annual Satellite Membership at Impact Hub Berlin. You’ll get virtual access to our Impact Hub Berlin community and database, as well as exclusive member discounts.
You’ll be featured in our exclusive Mentor Directory, visible to 650+ members ranging from impact entrepreneurs to investors and thought leaders.
You’ll get the chance to exchange experience and opportunities in our growing network of 300+ mentors, both in person at our exclusive mentor events, as well as online via Slack.
We love spotlighting our mentors. Depending on your background and interests, you’ll be among the first ones invited to speak at our events, workshops, and panels.
How does it work?
If you’re passionate about supporting social entrepreneurship and want to share what you’ve learned with those building something meaningful, we’d love to have you as part of our mentor community.
Start by filling out the mentor interest form and we’ll get back to you.
Once you’re onboarded, we’ll add you to our Mentor platform where your profile will be visible to our 650+ Impact Hub Berlin community members, and participants from our incubation and acceleration programmes. Our members would then be able to find you based on your background, interests, and expertise.
We’re keeping the mentoring experience flexible and intentional, so it can seamlessly fit into your life, and feel rewarding.
Mentor profile
For us, an ideal mentor doesn’t follow a strict profile. The most successful mentors share a passion for knowledge-sharing and collaboration. Common mentor backgrounds include but are not limited to:
✅ Topic experts (specific industry knowledge)
✅ Investors (VCs, angels, ecosystem builders)
✅ Senior industry professionals
✅ Academia & policy makers
✅ Serial entrepreneurs
✅ Business skills coaches
Time commitment
Your time commitment as a mentor is fully up to you.
You and the founder/startup will determine your meeting schedule together based on their needs and your availability.
In our experience, mentors typically spend about one hour every two weeks with a team participating in a three-month programme.
Our programmes
We run a variety of startup support programmes, ranging from sustainable fashion and food to climate tech and DEI. The startups we work with are always looking for experts to help guide them through specific challenges. Explore our programmes here.