1. Vivian Dunn
Programme Manager

2. What is Dormen?
It provides free one-to-one mentoring support for new businesses, and those with growth potential, throughout Dorset
Programme developed and funded through a partnership of local authorities, and public and private sector agencies
Work closely with Business Link
Since 2005, we’ve supported over 400 businesses
Currently mentoring 140 businesses

3. Men.tor, n. An experienced and trusted counsellor or guide

4. What is a Mentor?
A supporter – someone with business experience who wants to help
Helps clients agree their priorities & plans
Provides encouragement and support to achieve the plans
Helps clients develop their skills and act for themselves
Helps monitor performance

5. What is a Mentor? A sounding board A friend of the business
Someone who is interested and listens
Confidential

6. What a Mentor is not Business advisor / consultant
Someone who tells you how to run your business!
Quick fix for urgent problems
Someone to make difficult decisions for you
Miracle worker with a magic wand!

7. 50 Trained mentors Volunteers (unpaid) 25% Female 75% Male
The Mentors
50 Trained mentors
Volunteers (unpaid)
25% Female
75% Male

8. Mentor Experience 50% Working 50% Retired
Majority have owned and run their own businesses

9. See video case studies on our website www.dormen.org.uk

10. Any questions?

11. Vivian Dunn
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