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BECOME A MENTOR<\/h1>\n<\/div>\n

Share your domain expertise & industry experience with high-potential Defense startups in Texas\u2019s fast growing Innovation Corridor, from Austin to San Antonio, anchored in San Marcos.<\/span><\/p>\n

WHY MENTOR?<\/h2>\n

Join the Experts Community of this program powered by Starburst and Hays Caldwell EDP, and benefit from exclusive business opportunities.<\/p>\n

Influence on the Next Innovation Wave in Defense<\/strong><\/p>\n

Guide a curated cohort of startups through product, market and fundraising challenges<\/p>\n

Local & Global Network<\/strong><\/p>\n

Join a local A&D entrepreneurial ecosystem and a global network of industry leaders. Participate in Demo Days and make connections.<\/p>\n

Early Access to New Ventures<\/strong><\/p>\n

Engage directly with high-potential startups, offering business opportunities before competitors.<\/p>\n

Brand Prominence <\/strong><\/p>\n

Increase industry prominence, branding, and influence through exclusive workshops, keynote opportunities, and thought leadership engagements<\/p>\n<\/div>\n Apply to be a Mentor<\/a>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n \t\t

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Mentorship\u00a0<\/h2>\n
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LECTURER<\/p>\n

Deliver a one-time deep-dive session on your area of expertise<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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EXPERT<\/p>\n

Provide targeted coaching sessions on a focused topic<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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LEAD MENTOR<\/p>\n

Partner closely with a team over the full program<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

We look forward to collaborating with you to shape the future of aerospace and defense.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n

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