Did you know that mentoring a technology-based venture goes far beyond giving advice? At PROITI, through Innovatio, volunteer mentors play a vital role in supporting startups at every stage of their entrepreneurial journey.
These experienced professionals help early-stage founders see new pathways, anticipate challenges, and build solutions with greater clarity and strategic focus. Through collaborative engagement, mentors support entrepreneurs—from validating initial ideas to developing MVPs (Minimum Viable Products), refining business models, preparing for investor pitches, and strengthening core entrepreneurial skills.
With empathy, active listening, and a spirit of collaboration, these mentors become an essential part of a network that not only contributes to the success of emerging businesses but also reinforces the innovation ecosystem of the Federal University of Rio Grande (FURG) and the entire region.
The work of Innovatio’s mentors is powerful proof that shared knowledge is one of the greatest drivers of innovation.