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Get Free Expert Help from SCORE Twin Cities to Start & Grow Your Small Business.
A Partnership Focused on Making You More Successful

SCORE mentors are experienced business professionals who volunteer their time to help others start and grow their own businesses. SCORE Twin Cities offers free, confidential small business mentoring for startup and existing businesses.

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Enter your zip code below and fill out the mentoring request form. We will pair you with a mentor and assist you in setting up a free mentoring appointment.

Our Mentors

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I have had a long and rewarding career working in the business world. I have learned many many...

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It is fulfilling to help others succeed and thrilling to learn of new business ideas.

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I worked for 40 years with and within technology organizations. My specialty is project management...

Headshot of Greg Lincoln

My passion is marketing and advertising. This world of marketing is amazingly dynamic and has been...

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I am a computer science engineer turned CEO, with a strong process orientation who is able to...

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Help business to be successful. I have been in business my whole life and this is nothing better one...

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Help clients review accounting and financial reporting needs, both accounting process, software, and...

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I can help entrepreneurs think through some of the most fundamental issues such as what their...

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I have been in banking for 33 years, and in SBA lending for 20 years. Looking for...

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After serving 43 yrs in the Food & Beverage space, I've been enjoying helping F&B start ups and...

Headshot of Tom W Martin

I would like to lend my experience and expertise to a small organization that would benefit from it...

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I want you to use me and my experience to help you achieve your dreams.

Headshot of Dawn M Uremovich

I used their services to open my own small business. We opened in January of 2020 and are thriving...

Headshot of Thomas Zdon

I can help you to improve your business in the areas of process management, business planning, B2B...

Headshot of Chip Howard

I have lived and worked in the Twin Cities for over 35 years, all of that time in commercial banking...

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i AM 70 YEARS OLD, retired in 2019 from executive business management roles over a 40+ year career...

Recently retired from a successful career in B to B sales and general management, my goal is to keep...

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I have developed a skillset of project management, product commercialization, business strategy and...

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I have worked in the Biomedical field for over 30 years. I am now retired and looking to give back...

Headshot of Austin K Pryor

Especially like working with people in arts and entertainment, home-based businesses, consultants...

Headshot of Catherine Mandler

I have worked with SCORE in various roles. Working at Deluxe Corporation, I was part of the team...

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I have over 40 years of business experience at various middle and senior levels. I feel mentoring...

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Sales, marketing and business development professional in the software and graphic communications...

Headshot of David J Sperstad

My wife and I began a local independent bicycle shop from scratch six years ago. in 2018 (?) we won...

Headshot of Richard Hamer

The times have led me to commit to providing the assistance I can to small business with a...

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Worked for Unisys Corporation helping to run their R D center. My teams developed web-based and...

Headshot of Heather Polivka

I have worked in corporate america for 20+ years. I spent 10 years in product management &...

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I'm passionate about helping others achieve their full potential. As a board member of Meda...

Headshot of Stephen Duncan

A thirty plus year veteran in the construction and building products manufacturing industry, Steve...

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I’m a recently retired executive from a large energy company where I led a local business unit. I...

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I am a newly retired business executive with years of experience in managing, developing, and...

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Been there, done that. I know what it's like to watch the mailbox to see if enough money comes in...

I can help with the challenges of new product development and successful launch. With a broad range...

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Headshot of James J Jungbauer

I’ve grown, run, purchased and owned a successful business for more than 20 years. Our firm is $25 -...

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I help improve your business performance through understanding both your business and its...

I started and owned a residential design / build construction company for 47 years . Lake Country...

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SCORE provided invaluable assistance to me when I started my fitness business in 2013. I closed...

Headshot of George E Johnson

I love coaching entrepreneurs. My main skills are listening and asking questions. I help people see...

Headshot of Jon Spoerri

During my lengthy career in commercial real estate finance, I enjoyed working with entrepreneurs and...

Headshot of Timothy P Lynch

I have just recently decided to retire from a 40 year career. I have substantial experience in...

Headshot of Nathan Semsch

I thoroughly enjoying giving back to the community and helping others succeed and I've experienced...

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I can help SCORE clients cut to the most critical business planning and execution steps for success...

I can assist clients needing expertise in sales, marketing and presentation skills. I have over 10...

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Mentor and Subject matter

Headshot of Leon Tyler

Over the past 50 plus years I have consulted with numerous business-to-consumer and business-to...

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Headshot of Dick C Jordan

I can help you reach your goals by maximizing your business performance and grow your revenues and...

My primary expertise is in helping clients improve existing businesses. I have significant...

I would like to give back to the community. I was approached about helping the Arrowhead region...

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Very interested in mentoring and networking with BIPOC entrepreneurs. Business owner for...

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I retired in April of 2022 after successfully leading a company of 140 full time employees and 55...

I retired in 2021 and miss the sense of accomplishment that I derived from my professional life and...

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28 years with 3M in Research and Development, Marketing, Mergers and Acquisitions, international...

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Medi Jiwani has worked as a Chief Financial Officer and a Senior Finance Executive, and has over 30...

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Marketing/Merchandise Mgr. for large US chain. National Accts. Mgr. selling to Home Depot, Loewes...

All aspects of business. I have been a CEO 4 times, and have held many Vice President positions...

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As a previous owner of a small business, I believe that I have had exposure to many areas that...

I can help you evaluate business and product concepts to build a roadmap to a successful business...

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How I can help you

I can help you turn your passion and business ideas into a real-life business...

Headshot of Neil Crocker

I am a 62 year old retired CEO looking to give back to the community and have a little bit of fun at...

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I would like to help small business grow. I would also like to learn from a vast variety of...

Primarily as a mentor to help in many areas of business and finance, consulting, contracting, IT...

When I ran my own business, I had the opportunity to benefit from SCORE. The 2 mentors I was paired...

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Pierce County Economic Development Corporation Executive Director- November 2017 to present...

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I am a recently-retired professor of marketing (20 years, undergraduate and graduate levels). Prior...

I love to learn about the ideas, passions, visions people have with respect to their businesses and...

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I recently sold my business after owing it for 20 years. I enjoy helping others that have a dream...

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I can help retailers and those looking to introduce new products to the consumer improve their...

Headshot of Christine Carlson

I have 25 years of business experience and love to help people achieve their business goals. I can...

I have recently retired as a Director at 3M, where I gained extensive experience and expertise in...

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I've had some amazing mentors that have guided me over my personal and professional life and would...

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Empowering Entrepreneurs for Success
As a SCORE volunteer, I can provide top-notch business...

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Pay It Forward Program through the City of St. Paul

Headshot of Susan J Livermore-Costa

I am a mentor [a teacher + certified life coach].

I empower clients to move through their...

Headshot of John W Berget

Whether you are starting a business or need help with an existing one I am available to help you...

Headshot of Marshall J Hogenson

As a recently retired business executive I would like to give back to entrepreneurs by sharing my...

As a growing company, I would like to know the SCORE organization better and find volunteering as a...

Headshot of Fred Eaves

Expert in Start up Business. Very knowledgeable in Business Problems. 50 years of electronic and...

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Retired last week
30 years sales and sales management .

Might be useful.

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Personally, I love helping people. I was the owner of a third-generation printing company for the...

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Professional Experience: I owned my own business from 1992 to 2005. In 2006 I bought a franchise The...

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The American capitilist system has been good to me. After 15 yars in the corporate world, I founded...

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Operations, Sales, Marketing including Digital Marketing, and Business Planning

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Score helped me in my business over the years and it is time for pat back.

Headshot of Jay K Halvorson

I worked for over 42 years in both in a retail setting and wholesale distribution. I have experience...

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My last 30 were with Cub Foods and SuperValu In the accounting, budgeting, purchasing and contract...

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My employer, U.S. Bank, has a long standing relationship with SCORE which I learned about when I...

Headshot of Bill Werb

I can help SCORE clients by using my experience in two small business start-ups, a number of...

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Sales Marketing Strategic Planning Government Contracting international trade

Headshot of Derek Gella

Over 5 years of experience in high volume retail operations, Bachelor Degree in Marketing from Metro...

As a former franchised financial advisor, I built an advisory business of $80M in AUM, as a 2nd...

I've been a partner in Fredrickson Learning for over 35 years. My focus during that time has been on...

I can help SCORE clients with business formation, purchase and sale of businesses, purchase, sale,...

Headshot of Dino M Balafas

I can help clients with business strategy, product development, and marketing strategy. I have...

Headshot of Chris Wicker

I have been working in multi-level agencies for nearly two decades, spending time in nearly every...

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I like to leverage my professional work experience in government contracts, government finance...

Headshot of Lisa C Meredith

I am a full time executive director and part time professional facilitator and consultant. My...

Headshot of Greg H. Guettler

Throughout my career, I have held leadership positions in entrepreneurial companies within the...

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Teacher in Mankato and Mankato State University; Executive of YMCA Ridgedale/Camp Christmas Tree...

Headshot of Narayan P Dhakal

I can mentor diversity clients. I can develop training and education packages; Design and deliver...

Headshot of Paul Kloster

Helping the clients develop a good Accounting Plan and then working the Plan to provide information...

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Retied. Interested in helping healthcare entrepreneurs grow their skillset to develop and...

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How I can help you
I understand the opportunities and challenges of owning a small business after...

I retired recently after running a large commercial construction and real estate services company...

Headshot of Laura B Hamilton

I'm passionate about supporting minority-owned and operated businesses in the Twin Cities, a much...

Headshot of Doug Krinn

I can help your business understand consumer insights, strategic planning, traditional marketing...

When I started my business 15 years ago I worked with a SCORE mentor and he helped us get off to a...

Headshot of Jim Levi

I am an award-winning communications and marketing professional who can offer assistance to any...

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I have a passion for serving and making a difference in the lives of others. I would like the...

I'm a great listener and passionate about helping others succeed. My experience, expertise and...

I would like to see a more robust minority business climate.

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Insurance Sales Operations Executive A top-performing, results-oriented, and visionary Insurance...

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I can help you improve your business performance in finance, marketing and operations. As a proven...

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I have always been in the corporate world for my career and recently took a break from my latest...

Gary See business experience- Media Buyer/ Account Executive- Major Advertising agency- 7 years....

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Since retiring I have found great pleasure in my volunteer activities and feel like I have helped at...

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Sales and marketing executive with over 35 years of strategic financial product experience involving...

I am a semi-retired Business owner. I have owned and operated numerous enterprises over the last 45...

My work starting and growing my business supporting entrepreneurs with logistics, marketing &...

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Passionate about helping business owners establish their business and grow their skills to...

Headshot of Deborah Salerno

I have over 40 years of experience in the securities industry as an investment banker and hedge fund...

Score helped me when I started my business and when I sold my business. Now it is time for me to...

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My objective is to help entrepreneurs achieve success quickly. I had my own small business financing...

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Pay It Forward Program from the City of St. Paul

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In any area to help owners plan, launch, manage, and improve their businesses.

Headshot of Basil T Ajuo

I have seen better times and I want to contribute and solve our community problems so that all...

I want to impact someone's life by providing help and knowledge. The entrepreneur world is changing...

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• Business planning
• Communications & Presentations
• Media (Audio, Blogs, Websites/WordPress)
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Headshot of Jim Kraft

Broad marketing experience. Founded/ran a successful small business. Harvard MBA. After serving in...

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I can assist in business formation, network development, payer and provider strategies for B2B and...

Headshot of Bri Torborg

As a former SBDC Consultant and currently an SBA Portfolio Manager for Falcon National Bank, I feel...

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I can help you most by guiding your ideas into reality, helping you explore options and create...

5 Simple Steps to SCORE Mentoring:

Identify


Identify your small business needs and desired support.

Request


Request a SCORE Mentor as your advisor to small business success.

Schedule


Schedule a mentoring session with your assigned SCORE mentor

Set Goals


Set goals for your small business with guidance from your SCORE mentor.

Advance


Work with your SCORE mentor through the life of your business.

Entrepreneurs Succeed with SCORE Mentors

What is better than one very passionate, forward-thinking entrepreneur working to make a business highly successful? How about two very passionate, forward-thinking entrepreneurs working on your business ownership goals? That is what SCORE offers to all small business owners: mentors who work alongside entrepreneurs to realize their small business ownership dreams.

See how SCORE mentors have made a difference for other small business owners like you.

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