Mentorship at Gildre
The People Behind
the Progress.
At Gildre we believe mentors play one of the most crucial roles in an entrepreneur’s journey. As a mentor you’ll impact the entire community and help founders solve real-world problems. Our goal is to facilitate meaningful connections and long-lasting relationships, geared towards providing value to both entrepreneur and mentor.
Our Community
Who Are Our Mentors?
Our mentors come from every corner of the business world: operators, executives, and founders who have built, scaled, and exited at the highest levels.
Fritz Lanman
CEO · ClassPass & MindBody
Diana Stepner
Head of Product & Startup Executive
Sam Bradley
Director of Product · PayPal
Jayme Strauss
Chief Commercial Officer · Precision Neuroscience
Jason Jacobsohn
Managing Partner & Founder · Propellant Ventures
Bipasha Ghosh
Chief Marketing Officer · Dali Spaces
Lysle Wickersham
Founder · BRANDThink
Ankur Jain
CTO & Founder · Carallel and Sprout
Why Gildre?
Why Mentor at Gildre?
Mentors impact the lives of so many individuals, not just entrepreneurs and founders. The right piece of advice can positively change the trajectory of a company and impact countless stories.
This is your opportunity to support innovation in the ecosystem and meet an amazing network of passionate leaders across the globe.
What You’ll Receive
Mentor Benefits
Mentoring at Gildre isn’t a one-way street. We invest in our mentors just as much as the founders they guide.
Advisory Board & Board of Director Opportunities
Gain formal advisory or board roles with high-potential companies: expand your portfolio and your impact.
Host Executive Workshops & Speaking Engagements
Share your expertise through curated workshops, roundtables, and fireside chats with the Gildre community.
Access to Gildre Partnerships & Resources
Tap into our $5M+ partner ecosystem, educational resources, and tools alongside the founders you support.
Connect with World-Class Leaders & Executives
Build relationships with a global network of founders, operators, and executives across every major industry.
Personalized Podcast & Thought Leadership Episodes
Amplify your brand through Gildre's Start to Scale podcast and exclusive thought leadership opportunities.
Invitations to Exclusive Events & Activities
Priority access to Gildre dinners, retreats, and in-person events across our 5 core chapters and beyond.
Who Qualifies
Mentor Requirements
Mentors come from all different industries and backgrounds to provide a wide range of advice through experience. We carefully vet each mentor to ensure they’re here for the right reasons: to ensure a world-class experience for every founder.
- Minimum of 10 years or 20,000 hours of relevant industry experience
- Has mentored at least 2–3 startups or individuals with measurable results
- Availability for 2 hours per month with your assigned Mentee or Founder
- A high-energy passion for coaching and lifelong learning
“The right piece of advice at the right moment can change the entire trajectory of a company.”
— The Gildre Founding Team
Join the Network
Interested in Becoming a Mentor?
Please complete the application below to start the process. Our team personally reviews every application and will be in touch within 3–5 business days.
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