Mentoring programme for entrepreneurs

Prince Daniel's Fellowship mentoring programme is aimed at entrepreneurs under the age of 40 who strive to take their business to the next level. With support from an experienced, handpicked mentor, the mentees have a unique opportunity to develop both their companies and themselves as entrepreneurs.

Research shows that networks and mentoring play a crucial role in entrepreneurs’ development and success. The national GEM report highlights in particular how access to both formal and informal contacts contributes to increased knowledge, better business decision-making, and stronger company growth.

Prince Daniel’s Fellowship builds on this insight through a mentoring programme in which entrepreneurs are matched with experienced business leaders. Through regular meetings, the mentees receive support in developing their leadership skills, further refining their business ideas, and building relevant networks.

The programme also includes inspirational lectures, company visits, and networking events specifically designed for the participants. As a mentee, you also have the opportunity to take part in other activities within Prince Daniel’s Fellowship, as well as selected events organised by the Royal Swedish Academy of Engineering Sciences (IVA).

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My mentor has provided continuous support, offering insightful advice and new perspectives on the challenges encountered throughout my entrepreneurial journey.

Jonatan Klintberg, Bits - Mentee 2024-2025

The mentoring programme is aimed at you if you:

  • Are an entrepreneur under 40 years of age
  • Are the CEO or founder/co-founder of a company started after 2016
  • Have a turnover of at least SEK 5 million SEK, or a start-up with good growth potential
  • have a good command of Swedish in speech and writing (large parts of the program are in Swedish). 

Application 

The next application period opens on August 1, 2026.

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The greatest value has been meeting both established business leaders and fellow entrepreneurs at different stages, and gaining insight into how they work, prioritise, and navigate both successes and challenges.

Molly Gyllenkrok, Kiddokitchen - mentee 2024-2025

Mentees and Mentors

Sofie Allert, Swedish Algae Factory

Adept 2026-2027

Mentor: Emil Billbäck, tidigare vd Bonesupport

Erik Dahl, Taigatech

Mentee 2025-2026

Mentor: Santhe Dahl, Chair Vida Group

Max Friberg, Inex One

Mentee 2025-2026

Mentor: Jonas Nordlander, founder of Avito and others.

Johanna Gillberg, Helios Innovations

Mentee 2025-2026

Mentor: Klas Forsström, CEO Munters

Malin Granlund, Done

Mentee 2025-2026

Mentor: Erik Fjellborg, CEO and founder of Quinyx

Philip Haglund, Gimi

Mentee 2025-2026

Mentor: Mats Torstendahl, Executive Vice President SEB

Kalle Hansson, Normain

Mentee 2025-2026

Mentor: Peter Laurin, CEO Piab Group

Jakob Hedlund, Knotted

Mentee 2025-2026

Mentor: Magnus Nilsson, co-founder iZettle

Christoffer Johnsson, Taigatech

Mentee 2025-2026

Mentor: Santhe Dahl, Chair Vida Group

Sara Landfors, Normain

Mentee 2025-2026

Mentor: Peter Laurin, CEO Piab Group

Mats Lindelöw, Qurrent

Mentee 2025-2026

Mentor: Anna Borg, CEO Vattenfall

Natalie Navia, Cay Collective

Adept 2026-2027

Mentor: Michael Storåkers, styrelseordförande CFHill AB

Joel Nedar, Improvin'

Mentee 2025-2026

Mentor: Johan Bygge, Chair, Scandi Standard

Sara Nozkova, Flox

Mentee 2025-2026

Mentor: Jenny Larsson, CEO Bilfinger Nordics

Henrik Olausson, Palace

Mentee 2025-2026

Mentor: Fredrik Arnander, founder Keybroker group

Jonatan Persson, Helios Innovations

Mentee 2025-2026

Mentor: Klas Forsström, CEO Munters

Erik Rask, MedBeat

Adept 2026-2027

Mentor: Zlatko Rihter, vd Mölnlycke Healthcare

William Ringström, Arkivia

Adept 2026-2027

Mentor: Johan Tjärnberg, grundare och vd Trustly

Oscar Rundqvist, eComID

Adept 2026-2027

Mentor: Alan Mamedi, grundare Truecaller

Paula Runsten, Rebaba

Adept 2026-2027

Mentor: Helena Hedblom, vd Epiroc

Zaid Saeed, SCALINQ

Mentee 2025-2026

Mentor: Lena Olving, former CEO of Mycronic

Rebecka Storm, Twirl (now Modal)

Mentee 2025-2026

Mentor: Denise Persson, Marketing Manager Snowflake

Josefine Svegborn, Knodd

Mentee 2025-2026

Mentor: Magnus Nilsson, Co-founder Izettle

Lars Svensson, NFA

Adept 2026-2027

Mentor: Bert Nordberg, styrelseordförande Axis Communications

Erik Tesch Hoekstra, Florea Seeds

Adept 2026-2027

Mentor: Håkan Lundstedt, vd Synsam

Richard Valleryd, OptiQueue

Adept 2026-2027

Mentor: Carl Manneh, grundare Mojang

Robin Visvanathar, IONLACE

Mentee 2025-2026

Mentor: Lars Backsell, co-founder Recipharm

Niklas Wallsargård, Improvin’

Mentee 2025-2026

Mentor: Johan Bygge, Chair Scandi Standard

Johanna Westman, Plantvation

Adept 2026-2027

Mentor: Susanna Campbell, ordförande och medgrundare Syre

Alek Åström, Done

Mentee 2025-2026

Mentor: Erik Fjellborg, CEO and founder of Quinyx

Alumni Mentees and Mentors

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