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WASHINGTON, Jan. 24, 2023 – This National Mentoring Month, entrepreneurs are harnessing the power of mentoring to launch their businesses to new levels of success. Entrepreneurs who work with a mentor are five times more likely to start a business – and report higher revenues and increased business growth – according to SCORE, a resource partner of the U.S. Small Business Administration and the nation’s largest network of volunteer, expert business mentors.  

Mentoring: From Startup to Shark Tank 

Ten years ago, Dakota and Garret Porter were teenagers when they turned to SCORE to shape

WASHINGTON, Dec. 14, 2022 - Owning and operating a successful small business is challenging in the best of times, but entrepreneurs who have business plans are twice as likely to obtain capital and are more likely to grow, according to SCORE, mentors to America’s small businesses and a resource partner of the U.S. Small Business Administration.

“December is a great time for business planning – not just for new businesses but for existing businesses – so you can start fresh for the new year,” explains SCORE mentor Laura Rogers. As a banker and regional credit manager, Rogers notes that in

In an effort to boost awareness of SCORE Bucks County and its no-cost business mentoring services, volunteers with the local chapter of the national nonprofit organization are seeking opportunities to speak to like-minded business organizations.

Tony Moore, the chapter’s community outreach committee chair, has spoken to several area rotary clubs, business associations and chamber of commerce groups as part of a campaign to drive greater awareness. He is available to speak with other groups throughout Bucks and eastern Montgomery counties as well.

“I or another SCORE mentor can talk about

WASHINGTON, Nov. 22, 2022 – Small businesses are the heart of every community, providing local jobs, boosting local economies and creating two-thirds of net new jobs across the United States, according to SCORE, a resource partner of the U.S. Small Business Administration. To support local entrepreneurs, SCORE is calling on consumers to shop small this Small Business Saturday, Nov. 26 and all year long.

"Small Business Saturday is economic patriotism at its best - a day when buying gifts for your loved ones or visiting a locally-owned restaurant supports jobs and builds thriving communities

In an effort to boost awareness of SCORE Bucks County and its no-cost business mentoring services, volunteers with the local chapter of the national nonprofit organization are seeking opportunities to speak to like-minded business organizations. Tony Moore, the chapter’s community outreach committee chair, has spoken to several area rotary clubs, business associations and chamber of commerce groups as part of a campaign to drive greater awareness. He is available to speak with other groups throughout Bucks and eastern Montgomery counties as well.

Mary Livingston, SCORE Philadelphia Volunteer Co-Chair, is 2022 Honoree at “Legends Business Gala” on November 6. The gala is a business brunch, fundraiser and celebration of some of Philadelphia's legendary African-American female entrepreneurs and innovators.

WASHINGTON, Nov. 1, 2022 – Veteran-owned small businesses are now receiving extra support and resources via SCORE, the nation’s largest network of volunteer, expert business mentors. SCORE’s Small Business Hub for Veterans helps veteran entrepreneurs translate military skills into business success by navigating challenges and accessing a wealth of resources, combined with free mentoring support. SCORE is a resource partner of the U.S. Small Business Administration.

Veteran business owners make up a vital part of our nation's economy, representing 9.1% of all U.S businesses, generating $1

WASHINGTON, Oct. 25, 2022 –  Formerly incarcerated individuals are 45% more likely to become entrepreneurs versus those without a criminal record but face greater challenges on the path to business success, according to a meta-analysis from SCORE, mentors to America’s small businesses and a resource partner of the U.S. Small Business Administration.

The U.S. leads the world with the largest percent of its overall population in prison, with 2.2 million incarcerated individuals. For the 600,000 returning people released each year, finding employment can be difficult: the unemployment rate is

WASHINGTON, Oct. 12, 2022 -- SCORE, the nation’s largest network of volunteer, expert business mentors and a resource partner of the U.S. Small Business Administration, is pleased to announce the appointment of five new members to its Board of Directors, as well as new officers for the fiscal year, as of Oct. 1.

“It’s my pleasure to welcome these five accomplished professionals to the SCORE Board of Directors as we pursue SCORE’s mission of fostering more vibrant small business communities through mentoring and education,” said SCORE Association Board Chair Tracy Shaw. “Last year, SCORE’s

Today, the Greater Chesapeake & Potomac District of SCORE announced the installation of Chapter Chairs for three of its four chapters: Jeffrey Brodsky and Marge Everett as co-Chapter Chairs of SCORE Greater Baltimore, Tim Hanlon as Chapter Chair of SCORE Southern Maryland and, Michael Kirsch and Mary Tinder as co-Chapter Chairs of SCORE Washington DC.