SCORE Asheville

Serving the Asheville Area and the High Country.

SCORE Asheville mentors are highly successful and seasoned business professionals and entrepreneurs with the experience and knowledge to help you achieve your small business goals. Browse resources, take a workshop, or find your business mentor today!

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Non Profit Essentials 101

Nonprofit Essentials 101: What to do in your first 12 months!

Starting a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization is a major decision that requires significant forethought before and after you receive IRS tax exemption. As a nonprofit founder and/or new board member, you will likely have questions that you don’t even know to ask!

What you’ll learn after attending this workshop:

• How to prepare for your first board meeting • Available board committees and their purpose • Whether Charitable Solicitation Laws apply to you • Which insurance policies are available for nonprofit organizations • The

Bookkeeping Basics: What Every Small Business Owner Needs to Know

Feeling overwhelmed by your business finances? Not sure where to start with bookkeeping or how to stay on top of it? Join us for "Bookkeeping Made Simple", a live workshop designed to break down the essentials into easy, actionable steps!

Record Keeping for Small Business Owners

Hands-on workshop (taught by a CPA) to teach business owners how to keep track of income and expenses using a straightforward MS Excel spreadsheet approach.

Register today for the free online series.

Elevate your business with SCORE’s Amazon Seller Success Series 2025, sponsored by Amazon. This series reveals proven strategies to optimize product listings, marketing tactics and operations—empowering you to scale fast. Gain actionable insights from industry experts and connect with like-minded entrepreneurs for lasting success.

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Two business owners in a warehouse setting, smiling at the camera. The woman is seated on a stool, wearing a denim shirt and glasses, while the man stands beside her, wearing a button-down shirt and glasses. Boxes and packaging materials are visible in the background, suggesting a small business or shipping operation.

During Women's History Month, we celebrate the significant impact of women-owned businesses on the U.S. economy. Employing 9.4 million workers, these businesses are at the forefront of innovation and introducing new products, enriching our economic fabric. Women entrepreneurs offer unique insights and often pave the way in industries traditionally led by men, showcasing resilience and determination.

Highlighting the support that fuels these successes, Juanny Romero of Mothership Coffee Roasters shares her experience: "With more than 15 years of mentorship from SCORE, our business has flourished thanks to their invaluable insights and support." This testament illustrates how SCORE's free, confidential business advice and specialized resources for women entrepreneurs can catalyze growth and innovation, empowering more women to lead and excel in their ventures.!

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SCORE has the resources you need to achieve success like Fanni from Uni Uni Bubble Tea! Our expert mentors provide guidance on everything from business planning to marketing strategy, helping you build a thriving enterprise while staying true to your unique cultural identity. Celebrate Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month by accessing SCORE's invaluable resources and joining the ranks of successful small business owners like Fanni. Together, let's create a more diverse and prosperous business community!

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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.

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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.

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Register today for the free online series.

Celebrate Women's History Month

Celebrate Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month

SCORE: 60 Years of Small Business Success

Helping 17 Million Entrepreneurs achieve their dreams