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Live at Fairfield Library. This workshop provides prospective business owners with the tools they need to create an effective business plan. Using a SWOT analysis will help them be proactive instead of reactive.
SCORE Fairfield County
Serving Southwestern Connecticut
SCORE Fairfield County offers FREE business mentoring and workshops from experienced advisors, entrepreneurs, and corporate executives with diverse industry experience and specialties to help small business owners start, develop and grow their business.
Fueled by an Empathetic & Tenacious Spirit
Karen Foley's Triumph with the Lancaster LGBTQ+ Coalition
A 2019 DEI study examined the challenges that the LGBTQ+ community face worldwide despite recent advances in legal and cultural progress. The results reflected the dilemma that Karen Foley was facing as a member of the LGBTQ+ community in Lancaster. There was a vacuum with a critical need to fill, and Karen was ready to make a move to bridge that gap. One of the first steps that Karen took in this process was to reach out to SCORE Lancaster-Lebanon to request the assistance of a SCORE mentor.
Learn more about Karen's SuccessHere's What Our Clients Say About How A Score Mentor Can Help Your Business!
Our mentors work with business owners and people working on starting a business. We embrace a diverse business community and welcome all to utilize our services. SCORE's services are always free, no matter how much assistance you need.
Business Advocate of the Year
At its December 9th Annual Awards Ceremony, the Southern CT Black Chamber of Commerce recognized our chapter as the Business Advocate of the Year. Besides the plaque recognizing the chapter, the chapter received congratulatory citations from the City of Bridgeport, the office of Senator Richard Blumenthal, and the office of Congressman Jim Himes.
Thanks to Bill Pressley, our Co-Chair, Fairfield County SCORE, and the Black Chamber have been partners for about 5 years in doing in-person workshops.
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.
Become a Volunteer
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.
Entrepreneurs Succeed With Score Mentors
Get to know our mentors. They represent a broad range of business experience, knowledge, and skills. They're ready to help you on your business journey.
Mentor of the Month
April 2023
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March 2023
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January 2023
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December 2022
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November 2022
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Volunteer of the Year 2022
National Leadership Award
National Leadership Award
I enjoy mentoring and advising clients who are in business and want to grow and expand. I am an...
I"m expert in startups and grow ing small businesses. I am happy working with for profit businesses...
Leadership skills encompass direct marketing, catalog development, strategic planning, advertising...
Money is the universal language of business. Regardless of what type of business you’re in, success (or failure) is a function of how well you manage your money. Yet, not everyone, including small business owners, have strong money management skills.
Many people think they don't have time for LinkedIn even when they understand it is an important social media tool. However, using LinkedIn for the win may be all you need to build, engage, and grow your business.
