> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.startery.io/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# How to Apply as a Partner

> Apply to contribute as a seasoned Operator, mentor, or agency inside Startery.

## Join as a Partner

Startery isn’t just for early talent. We’re building an ecosystem with leaders, mentors, and agency operators who want to build better work models.

Whether you're a freelancer, consultant, agency founder, or domain expert, you can apply to become a Startery Partner.

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## Who Partners Are

<CardGroup cols={2}>
  <Card title="Experienced Operators" icon="briefcase">
    You've shipped real work and are looking to lead teams or grow a practice.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Mentors and PMs" icon="chalkboard-user">
    You love growing talent, shaping strategy, and ensuring high-quality
    execution.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Agencies and Communities" icon="network-wired">
    You run a firm, talent collective, or community and want to plug into
    Startery infrastructure.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Subject Matter Experts" icon="microscope">
    You bring deep expertise and want to help guide Operator work in a
    specialized vertical.
  </Card>
</CardGroup>

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## The Application Process

<Steps>
  <Step title="1. Submit Interest">
    Tell us who you are, what you’ve done, and how you’d like to contribute.
  </Step>

  <Step title="2. Discovery Call">
    We’ll discuss where you fit—leading a vertical, mentoring Operators, joining
    projects, or bringing in clients.
  </Step>

  <Step title="3. Partnership Setup">
    Once accepted, you’ll be onboarded into our Partner system, given access to Operator pools, and shown how to engage.
  </Step>
</Steps>

<Check>
  Ready to start? Reach out via
  [partners@startery.io](mailto:partners@startery.io).
</Check>