What is the process for allocating Mentors to teams?

On the first two days of the program (Wednesday Feb. 26th and Thursday Feb. 27th), students will present their ideas and form teams. During this period, mentors will select the team(s) they wish to advise and inform the program coordinator by Thursday, February 27th, at 9 PM.

If there are imbalances in the number of mentors per team, mentors may be asked to support additional teams. This is optional, and mentors are free to decline.

Mentors will have access to the master file with team details and students’ contact information.

How many teams can mentors advise?

Mentors can choose the number of teams they wish to advise. If a team has multiple mentors, students are responsible for scheduling time with each mentor during the designated slots and communicating their specific needs.

Mentors can also provide informal mentorship to groups that were not initially assigned to them. We particularly encourage these mentorships to take place on Saturday, March 1st, and Sunday, March 2nd.

When are the mentoring sessions scheduled?

Mentors are invited to meet and mentor the teams separately in the specific slots designed for this. You can check these slots below:

Wednesday, February 26th:

17h30 – 21h00: Opening Ceremony and Ideas Presentation

Thursday, February 27th:

18h00 – 21h00: Keynote Speaker, Team Formation and Mentors Allocation

Friday, February 28th:

17h30 – 20h00: First Look: First Teams Presentation and Prototype Reveal

20h00 – 21h00: Team Meeting with Mentors

Saturday, March 1st:

10h00 – 13h00: Team Meeting with Mentors

Sunday, March 2nd:

10h00 – 16h00: Team Meeting with Mentors and Project Previews & Feedback

Monday, March 3rd:

15h00 – 21h00: Semi Final, Final Presentation and Cocktail

Which sessions can mentors attend?

Mentors are welcome to attend all sessions of the Tech Venture Bootcamp (TVB) program to gain insight into what students are learning during the program and be able to provide more tailored feedback. However, if this is not feasible, mentors can focus on the designated mentoring slots to support the teams directly.

Where will the mentorships take place?

Mentors and students can meet wherever they feel most comfortable, either in person or online via Zoom. Below are the available workrooms for each venue:

IE Tower – Wednesday Feb. 26th, Thursday Feb. 27th, Friday Feb. 28th and Monday March 3rd

Workrooms are available on all floors. No booking is required.

Velázquez 130 – Saturday, March 1st

The following classrooms have been booked for the program. No need to book them:

• Classrooms in floor -1: V-G02+ V-G03

• Workrooms in floor -1: V-G04, V-G05, V-G06, V-G07, V-G08, V-G09

María de Molina 31 – Sunday, March 2nd

The following classrooms have been booked for the program. No need to book them:

• All spaces on Floor -1

• Workrooms on Floor 1

• Cafeteria available at the building entrance

What are the mentors’ roles?

In the Tech Venture Bootcamp, mentors play crucial roles that contribute significantly to the success and development of the participants. Here are the key roles of the mentors in this program:

1. Guidance and Support: Mentors provided continuous guidance and support to the participants, helping them navigate through the complexities of their projects. They offered personalized advice and assistance tailored to the unique needs of each team and individual.

2. Expert Knowledge Sharing: Leveraging their industry experience and expertise, mentors share valuable insights into the latest trends and technologies, particularly in the field of generative AI and entrepreneurship. This includes teaching practical skills in design thinking, coding, data analysis, and integrating AI into startup development.

3. Business Strategy Development: Mentors coached participants on building robust business models, emphasizing the importance of creating unique solutions and sustainable competitive advantages (or "moats") around their businesses. They guided teams in understanding the business context of their technological innovations.

4. Project Feedback and Evaluation: Throughout the bootcamp, mentors provide constructive feedback on participants’ projects, helping them refine their ideas and approaches. They also participate in the evaluation process, assessing the feasibility and potential impact of the ventures develop by the teams.

5. Encouraging Innovation and Entrepreneurship: By sharing their own experiences and success stories, mentors inspire participants to think creatively and pursue innovative solutions. They foster an entrepreneurial mindset, encouraging participants to take risks and think outside the box.