One of the greatest benefits of participating in our Early-Stage Entrepreneurs Program is the assistance participants get from working with a Business Mentor. It’s not too late to benefit from a Mentor, as we are still accepting applications for our October 2025 Intake.
Elisa Luck, General Manager Programs & Consulting said, “The key to the success of our Early-Stage Entrepreneurs Program is the ongoing support from experienced mentors and industry leaders who present comprehensive workshops, providing participants with all the essentials to launch and run a successful business”.
Jodie Cole of Jodie Cole Coaching, our Mentor of the Year in 2021, has mentored dozens of participants in the South Australian Business Chamber’s Entrepreneur Programs. Jodie has seen firsthand the benefits our Program brings to participants.
What drives someone to give their time and mentor budding entrepreneurs?
Jodie Cole “I love to see others achieve, and perform to the best of their capabilities, and develop new abilities in business and in life – these are my core drivers”.
Ms Cole “Mentoring Entrepreneur Program participants has enabled me to see participants stretch out of their comfort zone and at times truly pivot in business is exciting, stressful, and joyful all in one. I wouldn’t want to be on any other journey, I truly love mentoring”.
Ms Luck “By participating in mentoring sessions and workshops, participants gain an understanding of business startup fundamentals. At the completion of the Program, participants will leave armed with a comprehensive, fully-formed business plan, ready to successfully launch or establish their business”.
Ms Cole “I love to see others flourish and truly leave a legacy and footprint for good on this earth. Self-actualising and giving back my time and experiences truly bring me joy”.
After mentoring for over eight years, Jodie enjoys the added benefit of mentoring, which is making new connections and catching up past Mentees who keep Jodie up to date with their lives and of course business post program.
Ms Cole “I enjoy following along with and in many cases enjoy the ability to personally support their businesses by purchasing products etc. Creating a large network also assists me in linking up past Mentees with each other at times and also to give back to buy SA and support local businesses”.
Ms Luck “We are fortunate to receive generous support from our partner the Department of State Development. We also receive kind support from our local Council partners: The City of Charles Sturt, City of West Torrens, City of Unley, City of Campbelltown and City of Port Adelaide Enfield, who all sponsor participants to undertake our Program”.
To find out more or apply for our Early-Stage Entrepreneurs Program, register HERE.
