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Our hearts go out to those affected by the recent wildfires. If you need help, SCORE mentors are here for you. You can also apply for disaster assistance at SBA.gov.
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SCORE Columbus OH
Free Business Mentoring in the Greater Central Ohio area

We provide free and confidential one-on-one business counseling by phone, email, and in-person in Columbus OH. We also conduct workshops for both start-up entrepreneurs and seasoned small business owners.

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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.

See how SCORE has helped business owners over the years.
SCORE 60th Anniversary
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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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Upcoming Events
1-28-2025 Increase Sales with Google Tools

Learn how to promote your products online using Google Tools. We'll show how local brick and mortar businesses can list products on a Google Business Profile. We'll also cover Google Merchant Center, a no-cost tool that allows both e-commerce and brick and mortar businesses to create free Product Listings on Google.


In this session, Maria Elena of KLI Brands, will show you how to:


  • Highlight products on your Google Business Profile
  • Use Pointy to promote in-store inventory with your point of sale system
  • Use Google Merchant Center to showcase in-store and online product inventory


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Discover the latest business trends, ideas and consumer behaviors. If you’re looking to start or expand your business, staying up to date with the latest trends is key to success.
01-29-25 - How To Get Business Via Google Search and AI

You don't have to spend a fortune to get found by Google. IrishmanSpeaks Conor Cunneen is a keynote speaker who has presented to audiences in Canada, USA, Bermuda & Europe because clients found him through Google search. He will show you down to earth, implementable techniques he uses - and you can use - to get found and get business. The basics of SEO (Search Engine Optimization) are simple. Conor will show you how he implements those basics to get business.

The webinar will be facilitated by Conor Cunneen. Conor is IrishmanSpeaks, whose Mission as a keynote speaker is to Improve People

2022 SCORE District Chapter of the Year badge

SCORE Columbus OH awarded Ohio District Chapter of the Year 2022

This award recognizes SCORE Columbus OH Chapter's leadership, dedication, and commitment to serving small businesses in our community. Our chapter’s innovation and business mentoring has led to this award.

New to SCORE Columbus? Start here.

Watch the video above to learn more about SCORE, SCORE Columbus and how we help small business owners and entrepreneurs.

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