We offer FREE business advice, low-cost or no-cost business training, and numerous templates and tools, thanks to our alliance with the U.S. Small Business Administration and local sponsors. Our 150+ volunteers are experienced entrepreneurs, corporate managers, and executives from a diverse set of industries and specialties.
Office Hours from 10 AM - 2 PM | Monday through Friday (Except Federal Holidays) | 8701 S Gessner, Suite 1200. Walk-ins are welcome. While on our site, check out the Entrepreneur's Journey with SCORE" series in the Local Mentor Tab and our local sponsors who, along with SBA, make it possible for us to offer free mentoring and mostly free education.
Upcoming Events
Kicking Off A New Growth Strategy Using AI In 2026
A home equity line of credit is something you establish ahead of time and use when and if you need it. Ryan will explain how it
Series 2 - Starting A Business On A Shoestring . DIY Marketing On A Budget
With help from SCORE, VRE founder rebuilt her business, aiding 87+ owners, landing contracts, and launching programs to uplift BIPOC entrepreneurs.
Featured resources
Starting and Running Your Own Business
Our signature, Starting and Running Your Own Business Seminar, is now available as three pre-recorded webinars:
- Personal Factors (are you ready to start), Business Opportunities (Start, Buy, Franchise), and Marketing:
Starting and Running Your Business 1 - Organization (Legal Structure), Regulations, and Insurance PLUS Requirements and Sources of Funds to start your business:
Starting and Running Your Business 2 - Cash Management and Record Keeping PLUS Business Plan (Purpose, Content, Uses):
Starting and Running Your Business 3
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.
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.
