Being an Entrepreneur is exciting—but let’s be honest, it can also be overwhelming and lonely. There’s pressure to have all the answers, make smart decisions and keep things moving, even when you’re unsure what the next step should be.
That’s exactly why Elevate Circles was created—a new peer mentorship program built on one simple but powerful idea: entrepreneurs grow stronger when they grow together.
Instead of the traditional top-down mentorship model often found in corporate environments, Elevate Circles brings founders, entrepreneurs and small business owners into curated peer groups where they can share real experiences, solve problems together and support each other through the ups and downs of entrepreneurship.
Built on real connections—backed by research
We all know how powerful it is to talk to someone who gets it. That’s the heart of this program. And it’s not just feel-good—it’s evidence-backed.
Research shows that entrepreneurs who engage in structured peer mentoring report significantly higher rates of business growth and resilience. A study published in the Harvard Business Review found that small business owners who participated in peer mentoring networks grew revenues 2.5 times faster than those who didn’t. Similarly, a 2021 report from the Kauffman Foundation highlighted the positive correlation between entrepreneurial collaboration and improved decision-making, innovation, and mental well-being.
How it works
Each entrepreneur is matched into a small group of peers—people with different businesses, but similar drive. You’ll meet regularly in facilitated sessions to check in, get feedback, and talk through real challenges in a supportive, non-competitive space.
What makes Elevate Circle different:
- No one’s a guru. Everyone contributes, everyone learns.
- Confidential, safe space. Share openly, without judgment.
- Built-in accountability. Say your goals out loud. Get the support to hit them.
- Brave space. Explore where you are, what you need and what’s getting in the way of your real goals.
And it works. Founders who take advantage of mentoring report not just more revenue but also more clarity, confidence, and purpose. They become real leaders in their space.
We believe in real people, real growth.
The future of business is collaborative
Elevate Circle is more than a program. It’s a movement toward a more connected way of doing business—where entrepreneurs don’t have to go it alone, and where success is something we build together.
Elevate Circles is a paid program because financial investment not only secures access to expert facilitation and premium resources but also drives commitment—participants who pay are far more likely to show up, engage deeply, and follow through on their goals. Organisations that invest in structured mentoring report outstanding returns—Red Hat, for example, achieved a 107× ROI on their paid mentorship initiatives, underscoring how a modest fee can unlock exponential business and personal growth.
Practical information
- Timeline: September - December
- Sessions:
- 6 online sessions
- 2 in-person sessions
- Application deadlines:
- Mentor - June 22nd
- Mentee - August 15th
If you’re ready to grow your business and your confidence, this is your circle.
You can choose to be a mentee:
Mentee's applications need to be submitted by August 15th, 2025.
Or you can choose to be a mentor.
Mentor's applications need to be submitted by June 22nd, 2025.
And there is a third option: you can apply to BOTH. Just fill in both forms.
Mentorship is not just a “nice-to-have” for entrepreneurs- it is a strategic asset that delivers measurable business value. By accelerating growth, expanding networks, and fostering resilience, mentorship increases the odds of entrepreneurial success and strengthens the broader business ecosystem.