In this webinar, you'll learn why you need a business plan, the key elements every plan needs and the sections you should focus on.
SCORE Central NY
Serving the Greater Central New York area and Northeast PA
SCORE Central NY 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!
SCORE Central NY NOTICE:
Starting now, freelance workers must have a written contract in place when working with businesses. This helps protect both sides by ensuring clear terms and fair compensation. Make sure you're up to date with this new rule to avoid any issues down the road! Learn more about the new law below.
Veterans Entrepreneurship Resources Expo
SCORE CNY OUTREACH
On Tuesday, November 12, 2024 volunteer mentor Jim Calabrese represented SCORE CNY as a panelist at the Veteran Entrepreneurship Resources Expo offered by the U.S. SBA Syracuse District Office and hosted by the D’Aniello Institute for Veterans & Military Families (IVMF) National Veteran Resource Center at Syracuse University. The event celebrated National Veterans Small Business Week with informational sessions by a Resource Partner Panel, Access to Capital Panel, and Veteran Entrepreneur Panel. According to Misty Fox, IVMF Director of Entrepreneurship & Small Business, mentorship is among the top three identified needs among veterans looking to start a business, or grow their existing business.
The mentoring and training resources available from SCORE are well aligned to serve the needs of veterans and entrepreneurs of all backgrounds.
In 2024, SCORE is celebrating its 60th anniversary supporting and helping Small Businesses grow and thrive.
MVLA & MVCC Event
SCORE CNY OUTREACH
On Thursday, April 25 representatives from SCORE CNY attended PALANTE – LATINAS IN ENTREPRENEUERSHIP, SOCIAL INNOVATION, AND BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT. It was a first-year event presented by the Mohawk Valley Latino Association and hosted at Mohawk Valley Community College. The audience was current Latina business owners and those considering starting their own business. The program included inspirational keynote and panelist presentations by accomplished Latinas, and valuable networking with vendors from various support organizations.
SCORE CNY OUTREACH
This past Friday & Saturday, May 3 & 4, the SCORE CNY Team of Dennis Slattery, Faye Williams and James Calabrese attended the Freedom Gathering at The Living Water Church of God in Christ in Syracuse. Faye is one of our mentors and was gracious enough to provide SCORE CNY the opportunity to present and talk to attendees about our services and resources. Dennis did a fine job presenting an overview of SCORE CNY and our capabilities. Faye did a fine job highlighting one of her client success stories - Jamal Finch who recently became the owner of a barber shop where he used to be an employee. Many of the attendees know the Finch family and the story clearly resonated with them.
SCORE CNY OUTREACH
On Friday, May 3, SCORE CNY Outreach Chair and volunteer mentor, James Calabrese attended the SBA Award ceremony at which Vetted Tech, Inc. of Syracuse (https://vetted3d.com/) was recognized as the Upstate NY Veteran Owned Small Business of the Year. Vetted Tech is an alumnus of the SBA's selective THRIVE Program, in which SCORE CNY participates in business reviews. Congratulations to Mike Mowins, president/owner, and his entire team.
The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) announced today that it will open a Business Recovery Center (BRC) in Washington County on Tuesday, Aug. 27, at 9 a.m., at the Barre Municipal Auditorium in Barre. SBA is opening the Center to assist Vermont businesses with losses due to severe storm, flooding, landslides and mudslides that occurred July 9-11.
The Corporate Transparency Act (CTA), part of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2021 and effective from January 1, 2024, introduces essential changes for U.S. small business owners.
The CTA mandates small business entities to report "beneficial owner" details to the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN), a bureau of the U.S. Department of the Treasury. Beneficial owners are individuals who own at least 25% of or exercise substantial control over the reporting business entity.
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 for All
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.
One of the keys to showcase the product/service you are marketing is a well thought out website. Learn why you need a website, what elements your Website needs to contain, and how to build it out.
In this webinar, you'll learn how to create a marketing plan, define your brand, determine your audience and find where to advertise to get a positive return on investment.
