No matter where you are on your entrepreneurial journey, our SCORE mentors are ready to assist. Our mentors are highly successful and seasoned business professionals and entrepreneurs with the experience and knowledge to help you achieve your business goals.
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One Page Business Plan for Startups - the Business Model Canvas teaches how to use a business model canvas as a short-form
This edition of SCORE Cape Fear’s monthly newsletter highlights retaining profitable customers. It also includes upcoming webinars on building your brand on Instagram and creating a referral network. There's also an in-person, hands-on workshop that introduces Record Keeping you don't want to miss! Let SCORE guide you toward growth and success this June.
We’re thrilled to announce that SCORE client Abbye McGee, founder of Salt & Charm Catering, has been named this year’s winner in the Hospitality & Retail category. Over the past five years, Abbye has become a vital part of Wilmington’s small business ecosystem, employing 30 full-time team members and an additional 30 part-time staff during peak seasons.
“SCORE has been an invaluable resource in launching Salt & Charm and then expanding into The Starling and The Ibis. My SCORE mentors provided the guidance, encouragement, and expertise I needed to turn my vision into a reality. Having a trusted sounding board made all the difference.”
50 Years of SCORE Cape Fear Region
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14 Tax Preparation Resources for Small Businesses
From researching American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) listings to taking a free course from the Small Business Administration (SBA), there are several small business resources to help you prepare and conquer tax season.
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Why and When a Startup Should Consider a Financial Audit
In this discussion, we'll delve into the significance of independent financial audits for private companies, the ideal stage for their implementation, the revenue thresholds that might trigger the need for an audit and related considerations.
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12 Small Business Tax-Saving Strategies
To help small business owners and entrepreneurs save taxes through legitimate and easy ways, we asked experienced entrepreneurs and financial advisors this question for their best strategies.
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SCORE empowers all entrepreneurs to succeed.
We believe that anyone can start a small business with the right support. We also know that the path to success may vary based on where you are in your business journey.
SCORE is here to help with curated resources for all entrepreneurs.
Since 1964, SCORE has educated and mentored more than 17 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.
