Mentor Scheme

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Are you a neurodivergent or disabled entrepreneur looking for support to develop your business skills, grow professionally, and achieve your goals?

Our 2025 Mentor Program aims to provide a supportive and enriching environment for Neurodivergent and/or disabled mentees to develop skills and knowledge, grow professionally and personally, and achieve business goals. You'll also join our peer-to-peer support community with current and past mentees.

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Mentor

Elizabeth Takyi

neurobox speaker & ambassador

About Elizabeth...

Elizabeth comes with a wealth of knowledge about living and working with neurodifferences. Having graduated with BA(Hons) and a PGCE, she ran a successful charitable organisation for 6 and a half years in London.

She is now using her knowledge and experience to start a Mentor Program for neurodivergent individuals starting their businesses.

Who should apply?

The programme is aimed at neurodivergent and/or disabled individuals beginning their journey to start their own business.

Applicants must be in based in the UK.

Our experienced mentor, Elizabeth will help you develop your confidence and self-esteem, signpost you to relevant resources and support you in your journey.

Why apply

Our program is more than just mentorship—it's a community where you can thrive.

Be part of a like-minded community of other neurodivergent and/or disabled business owners.
To develop your skills and knowledge as a business owner.
Support you with guidance and feedback
To enhance your leadership skills
Develop confidence
To create a mindset of learning and development

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Your role

Each mentee will take responsibility for the following:

Work with the mentor to set goals and objectives
Be open to feedback and guidance from the mentor
Attend scheduled meetings and complete agreed-upon tasks
Keep records of progress and achievements

How will it be led?

Running from June 2025

6 months of mentoring from Elizabeth.
1 x group session every 2 weeks (12 group sessions in total) with expert subject guests to support your journey.
1 x one-to-one session every month (6 one-to-one sessions in total).
You'll also receive handy resources and guides to support you.

Mentor Program Terms and Conditions

What topics will we cover?

Previous group topics, with guest speakers have included:

Overcoming Barriers as a neurodivergent entrepreneur
Wellbeing and being Neurodivergent
Marketing and Branding
Effective Planning and Time Management
Building a Business with Confidence
Developing Interpersonal Skills
Access to Work Support