About
BMEN
Brunei Mentors for Entrepreneurs Network (BMEN)
BMEN is an initiative led by the Brunei Economic Development Board (BEDB) that brings together a community of business mentors and mentees who are determined to learn and exchange knowledge on business related areas through voluntary mentorship.
It is hoped that BMEN will continue to enhance Brunei’s mentoring ecosystem by presenting a range of opportunities and benefits to help the development of local micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs).
Vision
To lead as a robust national mentorship platform that promotes positive growth of Brunei MSMEs in various industries and business backgrounds.
Mission
To support and strengthen the business mentorship ecosystem in response to the development needs of Brunei MSMEs.
Objective
- To gather as many business mentors across the nation as possible.
- To enhance the quality of business mentors in order to provide effective and impactful mentorship.
- To facilitate knowledge transfer as needed by our MSMEs (mentees) to support and encourage their growth.
- To foster fulfilling and beneficial mentor-mentee relationships. To enculturate business mentorship among local business communities
Benefits
For Mentors
- Give back to the community and help grow local businesses.
- Receive training to conduct effective mentoring (locally and regionally).
- Exposure to fresh perspectives, ideas and approaches.
- Be recognized for outstanding dedication and contribution to business community.
- Potential opportunity for business relationship or partnership with mentees.
- Have access to regional/international mentorship resources and network partners affiliated with BMEN.
For Mentees
- Gain practical advice, encouragement and support from experienced mentors to grow your business.
- Develop and improve business skills and knowledge through mentorship.
- Exposure to new ideas and ways of thinking.
- Pass on knowledge gained from a mentorship.
- Potential opportunity for business relationship or partnership with mentors.