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Bell had basic business knowledge due to her nonprofit management experience, but she realized she needed additional support to ensure her new business venture would succeed. Read more
Mitla Tortilleria
Newland says, “I have expanded my wholesale business and increased income after confirming my pricing strategy with Michael and gaining more confidence in sales outreach. Read more
Floyd Fence Company
SCORE mentor Joseph Conti advised the husband and wife duo on many facets of business ownership including accounting, advertising, business plan development, obtaining financing, a Read more
Yeast - Everything Homebrew
Kinslow had experience with business development, planning and proposal writing in his previous career, so he knew the value of a solid business plan. Read more
Pristine Reflections
Mentors Rick Norman and Fern White helped Pristine Reflections determine marketing strategies. Read more
East Cooper Community Outreach
Inspired Style Company, Salon & Boutique
According to Bohm, a former loan officer, "I heard about SCORE from my days in banking. Read more
Anita's Biscottis
SCORE mentor Chet Shoop helped Skrocki start her business. Read more
Be That Person Inc.
Coffman chose SCORE because it was one of the few programs available to organizations that had not yet filed for 501(c)3 status. Coffman worked with SCORE mentor Barb Ellerbrook. Read more