Build. Scale. Exit. — with a mentor in your corner. Get free guidance to grow the value of your business, or share what you’ve learned to help other owners succeed.
The Owners Lab™, led by Alexander K. Austin, helps founders and privately held business owners make better ownership decisions — increasing business value, reducing risk, preparing for succession, and positioning companies for long-term growth or a successful transition. Our work is built on The Ownership Value System™: Measure, Build, Protect and Transition your value.
Through our partnership with Micromentor, owners in The Owners Lab community can connect for free with experienced volunteer mentors who have built, grown and transitioned businesses of their own. Whether you’re strengthening operations, developing your leadership team, or planning your next chapter, a mentor can help you move forward with confidence.
Have you built, scaled or exited a business? Share your experience by mentoring the next generation of owners.
Join The Owners Lab 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!