You don’t have to build alone.
Connect with mentors who believe in your potential, challenge your thinking, and help you move your business forward.
Forward·Inc is a Netherlands-based organisation supporting people with refugee backgrounds to turn entrepreneurial ambition into sustainable businesses. We empower newcomers to launch, grow, fund, and scale their ventures through free, practical programs, from idea validation and marketing to pitching and growth. Since launching, we’ve trained over 3,000 aspiring entrepreneurs and supported the creation of more than 200 businesses.
Forward·Inc partners with Micromentor to connect OC Alumni and Forward participants with experienced mentors worldwide. Entrepreneurs can access practical, one-to-one mentorship to tackle real business challenges and move faster. The collaboration is open to all OC Alumni and Forward participants globally. The goal is simple: onboard 200+ entrepreneurs and turn guidance into concrete business growth.
Micromentor delivers proven outcomes for small businesses around the world
Since 2008, we have brought business mentorship to a global scale, fostering connections between entrepreneurs and mentors. Together, our community collaborates to launch, grow, and adapt resilient businesses.
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Join the Forward·inc community of entrepreneurs and volunteer mentors.
1. Create your Micromentor profile
A complete profile is the first step to connecting with others. It lets people know who you are and why you are here. The quality of your profile greatly affects your impression on those you are trying to connect with.
2. Start connecting
Browse through the member profiles and if someone catches your eye, say hi. The right connection could be just one chat away!
3. Let the mentoring begin!
You've found your match—awesome! Now it’s time to dive in: ask questions, exchange experiences and really listen. Let the mentoring begin!
Tip: narrow down your search using filters like industry, experience, location and more. Explore profiles that match what you're looking for and when someone stands out, don’t be shy — send him or her a message to start the conversation!