As fellows begin their careers in the dynamic world of startups, they will be exposed to tasks and pressures unlike any they have encountered before. In order to guide them through this transition, Venture for America pairs each fellow with a mentor with the entrepreneurial expertise and passion to help them overcome the challenges they will face. Later, as fellows begin to think of their own futures as young entrepreneurs, mentors will give them access to relevant professional networks and will provide constructive feedback regarding potential ventures.