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A Quick Reference Guide for Start-up and Existing Small Businesses in Austin and San Antonio

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Bohrmann Knives Receives National Recognition as Outstanding Small Business Launched by an Individual Aged 50+ from The SCORE Foundation Sponsored by Deluxe Corporation

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Wed, 2012-08-08 13:51

Washington DC─ Bohrmann Knives has been chosen as this year’s recipient for the prestigious Outstanding Small Business Launched by an Individual Aged 50+ award given by The SCORE Foundation and sponsored by Deluxe Corporation. SCORE, -www.SCORE.org- mentors to America’s small business, serves over 350,000 clients annually and honors their most successful clients at The SCORE Foundation’s 4th Annual SCORE Awards Gala celebrating excellence on Thursday, August 16th in New Orleans, LA.

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SCORE Awards Put a Spotlight on Small Business Success

Date
Mon, 2012-08-06 09:16

Entrepreneurs and Supporters Honored for Creating Jobs and Helping to Improve the Economy at August Event

Washington, D.C. — SCORE, -www.score.org- mentors to America’s small business, announces the winners of the 4th annual SCORE Awards for entrepreneurial excellence and support of America’s small businesses. The SCORE Awards gala will be held August 16th in New Orleans, LA.

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Chic and Cheerful

I was a regular customer and consignor of this shop.  I’ve shopped consignment shops for 20+ yrs. When the owner informed me she would be closing the store to move out of state something inside me took hold.  I already had a full time job of 16 yrs. at a nearby private school but something in me said (and my husband said|) “SO WHAT, JUST DO IT.  So I did!

Owner/Founder
Terri Adams
My Location
6707 Johnny Mercer Blvd.
Wilmington Is.,Savannah 31410
United States
Year Company Formed
2010
My Successes

Business is growing. We are able to do more advertising so more and more people are discovering our shop.  When purchased the store was a hodgepodge of merchandise but  we quickly change the direction to a boutique consignment shop exclusively for women full of new and nearly new clothing and all accessories.  We changed the back of the store from a storage area into a second dressing room, seating area and space to display more merchandise. We have been carefully building our consignor base of quality items and have grown from 78 valued consignors to 0ver 200.  The relationship we have with our consignors and most of our customers is our greatest success, I feel.  They’re like extended family.  I am now able to be full time in the shop and it’s wonderful!

What's Great About My Mentor?

Mr. Gary Johnson is so easy to talk with and made me feel like a family member right away.  Gary has a clear vision of what is needed and what is necessary.  I feel secure with his advice.  When I bounce ideas off to him his is positive and supportive but methodic in how we should or should not proceed. I believe in the slow and steady pace.  I am thankful for his honesty and persistence in “nudging” me. 

How SCORE Helped

Contacting SCORE was one of the best things I’ve done!  I had bought the business about 8 mths prior.  I had begun to feel somewhat overwhelmed and in need of help to regain my footing and direction.  I needed help to organize and to set priorities.  It’s been invaluable.  After my first meeting with my mentor, Mr. Gary Johnson, I was empowered and reenergized.  Gary sent me off with a little “homework” assignment that was to be only the beginning of our mentorship.  It is a gift and a blessing to have this available.

Education

Some retail experience in my early years as well as being in the executive offices of Macy’s on Peachtree St. in Atl. My college courses were towards teaching not business.

In January/February of 2012 I attended a business course that UGA in conjunction with SCORE provided to new business owners and entrepeneurs.  It was truly a God send.  What an eye opening experience that has helped me in every way every day.

(GO DAWGS!)

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Sales at my specialty toy store are extremely seasonal, with the vast majority of revenue
coming in the last quarter of the year. Surviving until the holidays has long been a challenge.
What can I do to make the rest of the year less of a high-wire act?

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Sales at my specialty toy store are extremely seasonal, with the vast majority of revenue
coming in the last quarter of the year. Surviving until the holidays has long been a challenge.
What can I do to make the rest of the year less of a high-wire act?  Read more.....

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Late Boomer Bloomers: Older Workers Carve Out New Careers to Stall Retirement

Date
Mon, 2012-07-02 10:08

In Florida's Collier County, SCORE Naples has helped seniors find new careers or start new businesses.

“Given the economy, a lot of people who come to our workshops have been laid off or want another career opportunity or to start a business,” said George Ahearn, chairman of SCORE Naples. “Giving back to the community is something we do. We can take our wisdom and share it.”

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Willamette SCORE Chapter 416 "FREE" Library Workshop's

Date
Thu, 2012-06-14 21:00

Don't miss out on this free workshop at the Eugene Public Library on How to Start a Restaurant.

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College Nannies and Tutors

How SCORE Helped

      Donna Balser, after being a stay-at-home mom for 15 years, wanted to reenter the workforce and decided to do something challenging and rewarding which would make a difference in the lives of families. The result was the formation of College Nannies and Tutors in 2007 which provides short and long term child care needs through experienced nannies and tutors to guide children through all stages of development from cradle to college.

      Their business model is unique in that it takes an inclusive approach to doing what is right for families. After interviewing families and learning about their needs, personalities and their children, a “role model match” is made with a nanny or tutor that will work the best with the family situation.

     This approach has been successful and the business now employs approximately 100 nannies and tutors plus 5 full time staff. Donna recently opened a third learning center in Austin and is celebrating her 5 year anniversary.

    Donna has been working with SCORE since prior to the opening of the first learning center and continues to use the resources of SCORE as she expands her business.

 

"I will be forever grateful for the
guidance of my SCORE mentor.”

- Donna Balser -

Austin TX (3 locations)

 Business:

   College Nannies and Tutors

   Started: 2007

    www.collegenanniesandtutors.com

 

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