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San Luis Obispo, CA March 28, 2023 — This National Volunteer Month, SCORE San Luis Obispo is proud to announce the positive impact of its volunteers, who donate their time and expertise to help entrepreneurs start small businesses and achieve new levels of success, strengthening the local economy.
Last year, 28 SCORE San Luis Obispo volunteers helped create 85 new businesses and 180 new jobs.
Additionally, SCORE San Luis Obispo provided those clients with 1,329 Total Chapter Services.
“SCORE is the most effective source of small business mentoring in the U.S. and we are proud to be making a positive difference right here in our local community,” said Tom Thompson and Bob Hyde, Chapter Co-Chairs.
SCORE data shows that entrepreneurs who receive 3+ hours of mentoring report higher revenues and increased business growth. In addition, SCORE San Luis Obispo offers a wealth of resources to guide entrepreneurs in every phase of their small business journey.
"We are grateful to the more than 10,000 SCORE volunteers nationwide who selflessly dedicate their time and diverse business expertise to help entrepreneurs achieve their dreams," said SCORE CEO Bridget Weston.
Visit (https://www.score.org/sanluisobispo) to learn more about local volunteer opportunities or to request a mentor for your small business.
About SCORE
Since 1964, SCORE has helped more than 11 million entrepreneurs start, grow or successfully exit a business. SCORE's 10,000 volunteers provide free, expert mentoring, resources and education in all 50 U.S. states and territories. Visit SCORE at www.score.org.
Funded in part through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. All opinions, conclusions and/or recommendations expressed herein are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the SBA.
CONTACT
Joe Whitaker, Chapter Chair Marketing Committee 805-284-2641 joe.whitaker@scorevolunteer.org
