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All Places Traveled, LLC
Berger says that meeting with SCORE mentors Bernie Roseman and Steve Lember gave her the confidence to know that she was meeting her goals and objectives. Read more
AV Specialists, Inc.
Dixon strategized with SCORE mentors Keith Knowles and Mats Bengston about how to keep and grow his business. Read more
Strongman Services, LLC
“Get a SCORE mentor right away!” says Littrell. She worked with SCORE to develop effective interviewing techniques with potential employees. Read more
Simply Smashing Rage Release Room
Wilk met with SCORE mentors Richard Alt and Lance Thompson to gain insights on how to implement an overarching business plan. Read more
Off the Grid Investigations, LLC
Marshall’s mentors helped her revise some of her previous business decisions. 'I was the one who said ‘I can do it myself’ and insisted I could. Read more
AEBETANCOURT
Betancourt’s SCORE mentor, Jim Coates, spent time going over the business model and provided emotional support. Read more
Mira Jean Designs
Hougen sought out a SCORE mentor a year after establishing her business. Read more
Bob Lepper
SCORE mentor Don Wheeler advised Lepper during the growth phase of his business and was there for him during the sale as well. Read more
Vert Adventures
Sampson attended online workshops and worked with SCORE mentor Simon Mahler. Read more