As entrepreneurs chart their commercialization paths, they encounter many unfamiliar challenges. Mentorship from industry leaders and veteran entrepreneurs help Johns Hopkins innovators avoid setbacks and take a more direct path to success. Expertise ranges from product development, fundraising and team building, and reimbursement and regulatory.
Mentors-in-Residence (MIRs)
MIRs are experienced business professionals who devote regular time to support our entrepreneurs. Their technical expertise and guidance play a critical role in the advancement of our technologies and the formation of sustainable companies.
Network of Entrepreneurs in Science and Technology (NEST)
Comprised of JHTV mentors that provide a particular, valuable perspective or expertise on a volunteer/ad-hoc basis, members of the NEST have also participated as speakers, judges and donors.
Site Miners
Site Miners help faculty apply for Maryland Innovation Initiative (MII) awards.
Student Mentors
Our student entrepreneurs are eager to turn grand visions into real, impactful ventures. We invite alumni and professionals who have built startups or have in-depth industry expertise to provide invaluable guidance through one-on-one mentorship or by participating in various programs we offer.
Office Hours with Mentors-in-residence
FastForward offers monthly, virtual Office Hours with our Mentors-in Residence. Johns Hopkins innovators are invited to meet online with mentors to discuss a variety of commercialization topics including licensing strategies, customer discovery and market analysis, regulatory matters and intellectual property, market assessments, early stage funding, and navigating the regulatory process.