The Mentorship Lab

A Guided Mentorship Program for Deaf-Led
Entrepreneurs to Lead and Succeed in Business.

What we do for you?

The Nova Lab Mentorship Program offers Deaf-led entrepreneurs the opportunity to receive guidance and support through regular monthly meetings with local mentors.

The goal is to help Deaf and Hard of Hearing entrepreneurs move forward with their early to mid-stage business goals and address challenges that come up along the way.

Why it’s made for you?

This program is created by and for Deaf-led entrepreneurs. The mentorship space honors cultural context, lived experience, and leadership potential.

It centers cultural alignment, mutual respect, and strategic exchange. Each session offers room for clarity, collaboration, and reflective growth while recognizing and building on each founder’s vision, values, and expertise. This approach is reflected in three key areas that guide the mentorship journey:

Support in Achieving
Business Goals

TNL Mentors guide entrepreneurs in setting clear goals and tackling key challenges.

Business Growth
and Strategy

TNL Mentors offer business guidance while entrepreneurs strengthen strategies and pursue growth.

Building Confidence
in Business Decisions

TNL Mentors provide steady support, helping entrepreneurs build confidence in their decisions.

Why Join as TNL Mentee?

You will receive 1–3 structured sessions per month, in-person or virtual, focused on your business goals:

Personalized Mentorship

You will receive 1–3 structured sessions per month, in-person or virtual, focused on your business goals.

Refine Strategy and Executive Decision-Making

Collaborate on strategy and gain expert insight to drive lasting business growth.

Strengthen Business Infrastructure

Enhance your operations and implement effective tools to support long-term growth and adaptability.

Opportunities for Visibility, Investment and Growth

Gain exposure through pitch opportunities while building the clarity, tools, and strategy needed to engage investors and drive long-term impact within your business and community.

Ready to Start Your Mentorship Journey?

Submit your application! We’ll match you with TNL mentor aligned to your expertise.
We’re here to elevate you!

Why Become TNL Mentor?

Each weekend is designed to move you from idea to action with real-world tools and support. Here’s what you’ll take away from the experience:

Create Scalable, Long-Term Impact

Support the growth of stable businesses with just 1–3 sessions a month, expanding access to entrepreneurial resources and unlocking ripple effects across communities.

Enhance Your Leadership and Coaching Skills

Gain practical mentoring experience and strategy while elevating your leadership and communication skills.

Gain Fresh Perspectives and Insights

Engage with the Deaf-led entrepreneurial community to deepen your cultural understanding and awareness.

Building Lasting Connections

Grow your leadership through mutual learning while supporting the success of an emerging entrepreneur.

Ready to Make a Difference?

Submit your application! If selected, we’ll match you with TNL mentee aligned to your expertise.
We’re here to amplify your outcomes!