Peer to peer mentorship
We have identified that the connections you make along your university, entrepreneurial and career journey are what make individuals, startups, and founders the strongest and most successful. These are the people who will be there for you when things get tough, when you need answers, or a boost of inspiration. These informal connections are what make you stand out among your fellow entrepreneurial thinkers.
Your classmates, the barista at Barrow and recent alumni are all people who may be able to support your venture, make an introduction, or give you feedback. Start connecting with them now.
Work in the Slate Innovation Lab
Slate is located on the third floor of the Bissett building (EB 3121) but is open to any student on campus. In Slate you will find student founders, the Institute team and students working on innovative ideas.
Attend community gatherings
Community gatherings are casual events bringing together the community of student and alumni innovators and founders of Mount Royal University. All MRU innovators and entrepreneurs are encouraged to attend. You do not need to have an idea or a venture started, you just need to be curious and want to connect with fellow BIG THINKERS! Check the bulletin board in Slate, the Facebook group or join our newsletter to find out the dates.
“Mentors are honoured to be asked and will also benefit from the relationship. I can’t begin to tell you how much I’ve learned from the relationships I’ve formed with young entrepreneurs. It’s not simply a use of my time, but rather an investment of my time. And if you think you are too good to need a mentor, then you’re better than Mark Zuckerberg, Bill Gates, and Richard Branson who all had influential mentors.”
- Ray DePaul
Connect with us!
Our team is eager to get to know you, whether you have an idea for a venture, you are already running a business or you don't have an idea but are interested in innovation and entrepreneurship.
Book a coffee with Erin Creegan-Dougherty, Sydney Harder, or Tianna Going if:
- You have an idea for a business, nonprofit or social enterprise
- You are running a business and are looking for support
- You have a couple of ideas and don't know how to get started on one
- You are looking to make connections to experts and external community members
Book a 15-minute meeting with one of our on-campus innovation coaches.
