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Do you have employees or are thinking about adding some? This workshop will help you navigate the employment relationship from start to finish so you can best understand how local, state and federal employment laws impact your growing business.
SCORE Greater Seattle
Serving King, Snohomish, Kitsap, Jefferson, Clallam, Island, and San Juan Counties.
We provide free and confidential one-on-one business counseling by phone, email, and in-person for the Greater Seattle area. We also conduct workshops for both start-up entrepreneurs and seasoned small business owners.
2023 Puget Sound Women’s Pitch Contest
Thank you to all participants and judges for their work on this contest. We had an amazing turnout of applicants with a selection of 6 moving onto the final in-person contest held on April 27, 2023. Check out the link below to learn more about this years’ winners!
2023 SCORE Washington District Chapter of the Year!
SCORE Greater Seattle is honored to receive the 2023 SCORE District Chapter of the Year Award for outstanding performance in the Washington District. This award shows that we are more dedicated than ever to helping our clients succeed, and we look forward to continuing to serve our local community.
National Hispanic Heritage Month
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with SCORE!
Over the past decade, Hispanic-owned small businesses have made a significant impact, boasting a 34% growth rate and contributing a remarkable $500 billion to the U.S. economy. Yet, amidst this impressive growth, Hispanic business owners face genuine challenges.
But you don't have to navigate these challenges alone. SCORE is here to support you. We've been instrumental in helping countless Hispanic entrepreneurs find success in their small businesses. Just ask Sandra Vazquez, Owner & Operator of SWT Fitness, who said, "SCORE helped me develop the roadmap I needed to secure funding and expand my gym into a prime retail location."
Discover how SCORE has empowered small business owners like Sandra to start and grow their enterprises. Your business could be the next success story we celebrate!
Visit the Hispanic Entrepreneurs Hub
Learn the top 10 key strategies small business owners use to reduce their Federal taxes on their businesses and themselves. Also in this workshop see how other small business owners have implemented these strategies to save lots of taxes.
Join us in this hands-on workshop in which you will first write your “Unique Value Statement” that concisely describes your product or service and its value. Using the “Lean Canvas,” you will write a draft one-page business plan – all in three hours!
Self-Employment Assistance Program (SEAP)
While participating in the Self-Employment Assistance Program (SEAP), you can create a job in an occupation that interests you and stimulate the local economy. This program can give you the flexibility and income opportunity unavailable through traditional employment.
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.
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.
