Teton Entrepreneurs & Mentors Service

TEAMS is a foundational program formed to accelerate the development of entrepreneurs in the Teton region, and further the mission of Silicon Couloir. TEAMS is powered by volunteer mentors who are excited by innovation, ideas, and problem-solving for ventures.

Program Overview

TEAMS is based on the proven MIT Venture Mentor Services program.
Each selected venture is assigned a team of 3-5 mentors with one lead mentor.
Mentors and Founders meet in person for 90 minute sessions.
Meetings are on an as-needed basis ranging from monthly to quarterly frequency, are cost-free, and center on an agenda provided by the entrepreneur.

About MIT VMS

What you will gain as a mentee:

Expert guidance & knowledge from proven business professionals
Goal setting & accountability with regular focused meetings
Gain the confidence to grow your business
Guidance with decision making and strategic problem solving

If you are an entrepreneur looking to tap into our region’s rich intellectual capital, learn from others, and take your company to the next level, this program is for you. Venture commitment includes monthly, in-person meetings with prior preparation and homework following.

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Build valuable connections with industry-leading peer mentors
Sharpen your leadership and coaching expertise through hands-on practice and educational events
Experience the profound satisfaction of helping shape tomorrow's innovators
Strengthen our entrepreneurial ecosystem and drive local economic growth

If you’re a successful business person looking to give back, this program is for you. Mentor commitment includes a monthly mentor meeting and bi-monthly luncheon (~3 hours/month). Training and ongoing support is provided.

What you will gain as a mentor:

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Mercedes Pepper, Nation Botanics

“Being a solo founder comes with tremendous challenges and limitless opportunities, so having a space to share these—and get constructive help—is invaluable. TEAMS is that for me.”
Carli Sapir, Amboy Street Ventures

“I've been an entrepreneur in the TEAMS program since 2021. During the last 4 years, my team of mentors have helped with intros to Key Opinion Leaders, negotiating a contract with a new Partner, and cash management instruments.”
David Hopkins, TEAMS Mentor

“I’ve been blessed with many opportunities in life and giving back is important. Helping young people be the best they can be, whatever their chosen path, is vital to all our futures. Silicon Couloir is a perfect vehicle to realize that goal.”