Preceptor

Overview of Watson Institute [Watson Institute](http://www.watson.is) powers transformative Fellowships in partnership with leading corporations and foundations to support highly promising entrepreneurs and leaders from underserved backgrounds. The Fellowships provide proven entrepreneurship and leadership skills training, committed mentorship, community development stipends, long-term Alumni support, and access to a global community of peers, mentors, and opportunities. In partnership with Google, JPMorganChase Foundation, Walmart.org, Wells Fargo, Ford Philanthropy, SAP, Truist Foundation, BMO, Comcast, Western Union, and several private foundations, Watson Institute’s programs will reach over 2,400 rising leaders this year. Alumni of Watson Institute’s Fellowships have raised over $190 million, created over 2,300 paid jobs, and impacted over 11 million people around the world through initiatives they have helped lead. 93% of Watson Institute alums are employed, continuing their education, or building a venture. 85% of Watson Institute Alumni use a skill they learned while in a Watson Institute-powered program up to 12 years later. Watson Institute’s Alumni have been selected to Y Combinator, the Echoing Green Fellowship, and 11 have been named to Forbes’ 30 under 30 lists. Alums continue their education at Harvard University, New York University, and Princeton University, among others. Preceptor – Mission Statement To inspire, advise, and guide Watson Institute Fellows to accelerate their ventures and impact as they progress through the 16-week Fellowship. Unlike traditional instructors, Preceptors combine real-world experience with facilitation expertise to create highly engaging, action-oriented learning experiences. They help Fellows apply new skills directly to their ventures, careers, and leadership development. Our strongest Preceptors are founders, operators, investors, executives, educators, and ecosystem builders who are passionate about helping others g