Mentors

Operators, researchers & builders in your corner.

Our mentors volunteer their time and expertise. They don't invest, take fees or broker deals — they help you build.

Sarah JenkinsGo-to-Market

Sarah Jenkins

Former VP Growth, fintech scale-up

Helps founders find their first repeatable sales motion and price with confidence.

David VanceDeep Tech & Architecture

David Vance

Enterprise systems architect

Guides technical teams through scalable architecture, security reviews and build-vs-buy calls.

Dr. Amina DialloBioTech & AI Product

Dr. Amina Diallo

Research lead, applied AI

Bridges lab research and product — from experiment design to regulatory pathways.

Marcus ThorneFintech & Regulation

Marcus Thorne

Cross-border compliance advisor

Supports founders navigating licensing, partnerships and expansion into new markets.

Elena MorettiBrand & Storytelling

Elena Moretti

Former creative director

Coaches founders on narrative, positioning and delivering a memorable demo-day pitch.

Claire OkaforOperations & People

Claire Okafor

COO, two-time founder

Helps teams set up hiring, culture and operating rhythms that survive rapid growth.

Zuri Partners

A global accelerator and incubator for startup growth, mentorship, R&D, events, pitch sessions and demo days.

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