Lenders and banks look for good credit, management expertise/commitment, a feasible business plan, adequate owner equity, and sufficient collateral. This webinar will address tools to help you prepare.
SCORE Akron
Serving Medina, Portage, Summit, Mahoning, and Wayne Counties
Our mission is to foster a vibrant small business community through free mentoring; learning, and business development resources to the Akron and Youngstown areas. Our vision is to ensure that every person has the support they need to thrive as a small business owner.
SCORE: 60 Years of Small Business Success
Helping 17 Million Entrepreneurs achieve their dreams
SCORE proudly celebrates 60 years of helping America’s small businesses launch, grow and thrive. Since 1964, more than 17 million entrepreneurs have received support from SCORE, a resource partner of the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA).
Today, SCORE has a nationwide network of more than 10,000 volunteers serving all 50 U.S. states and territories, guiding entrepreneurs on their path to success.
SCORE Empowers All Entrepreneurs
We believe that anyone can start and manage a successful small business. We also know that the road is harder for some than for others. Diverse backgrounds, different voices, and unique needs may call for specialized resources and mentoring approaches.
SCORE is listening, recognizes these diverse needs, and provides personalized support in a wholly-inclusive platform called SCORE for All.
Impact Your Community
Since 1964, SCORE has educated and mentored more than 11 million small business owners and entrepreneurs. We're looking for people with diverse backgrounds and experiences to serve in a variety of roles — from knowledgeable business mentors to local community advocates.
Leverage AI tools to refine your marketing strategy, craft compelling content, and drive measurable business growth.
Create a custom business canvas model and 90-day action plan to move your small business forward in 2025.
Three 90 minute in-person workshops, free SCORE mentoring, and 3 monthly accountability check-ns
Formed in 1965, SCORE Akron has 70 counseling professionals with diverse business backgrounds, providing free and confidential services to more than 3,000 clients each year through face-to-face counseling and more than 100 business workshops.
