SCORE Mentors

SCORE is the nation's largest network of free, expert business mentors. states and territories. Since its founding in 1964 as a resource partner for the U.S.

SCORE is the nation’s largest network of volunteer, expert business mentors, with 10,000 volunteers serving all 50 U.S. Small Business Administration, SCORE has helped more than 11 million current and aspiring entrepreneurs start, grow or successfully exit a business through mentoring, resources and education. Reach out to your local chapter, SCORE Broward, today!

09/27/2024
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WHAT A NIGHT is right!

What an amazing event in celebration of our 60th Anniversary!

Who will be next to ? 😎

09/27/2024

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SCORE North Texas District Director Bob Siffermann was a guest on The Jeff Crilley Show to talk about how SCORE helps small business owners. Bob pointed out that SCORE mentors prioritize keeping an open mind when advising entrepreneurs.

Watch the show here: https://youtu.be/MxushUz3uA4?si=wAugg-rjvfp7D0A9

SCORE Celebrates 60 Years of Serving America’s Small Businesses 09/26/2024

Since 1964, 17 million entrepreneurs have achieved their dreams with help from SCORE.

Join us as we officially launch our 60th anniversary celebration, and discover how we've evolved to meet the unique and changing needs of America's small business owners, in today's press release: https://bit.ly/4efLVbJ

SCORE Celebrates 60 Years of Serving America’s Small Businesses Visit SCORE.org SCORE Celebrates 60 Years of Serving America’s Small Businesses 17 million entrepreneurs achieve their dreams with help from SCORE. WASHINGTON, Sept. 24, 2024 – SCORE is proud...

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After nearly 30 years in the travel industry, the pandemic prompted a significant career shift for Michele Delgado. Transitioning from corporate life, she launched Hartmetrics, a business consultancy focusing on leadership development, career growth and talent optimization.

With guidance from SCORE, Michele refined her business strategy, identified cost-effective marketing opportunities and expanded her reach through speaking engagements. The mentorship provided fresh perspectives and actionable advice, proving invaluable in navigating her new journey.

📷: SCORE client Michele Delgado, founder of Hartmetrics

Challenges that Hispanic Women Face When Starting Up, and How to Overcome Them 09/23/2024

Women are leaving the workplace and starting businesses at an exponential rate due to life changes, out-of-date workplace policies and passion projects among other reasons.

While dozens of headlines discuss the alarming rate Hispanic women are leaving the workforce, SCORE sees this as a rising opportunity for startups. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3TDP8K3

Challenges that Hispanic Women Face When Starting Up, and How to Overcome Them Women, especially Hispanic women, face a certain set of challenges when it comes to opening a small business.

09/22/2024

What motivates you to keep going when things get challenging in your business?

09/21/2024

With SCORE, small businesses achieve big success.

Starting and growing a small business can be challenging, but you don’t have to do it alone. SCORE is here to help. In fact, small businesses who receive three or more hours of mentoring report higher revenues and increased business growth.

Learn more about SCORE: https://www.score.org/about

Photos from SCORE Mentors's post 09/19/2024

Burgundar, a unique venue for live-action role-play (LARP) enthusiasts, was founded on principles of inclusiveness, respect and empowerment. It has become a central hub for the LARP community, fostering a strong bond that has led to incredible growth.

However, it’s the support from SCORE mentors that has truly set them apart. With help from SCORE, Burgundar’s Board of Directors secured a 10-year property lease, enhanced safety measures and evolved into a cohesive, effective team. These achievements culminated in Burgundar receiving the Successful Innovative Business award at SCORE Maine’s 2024 Success Awards.

📸: SCORE client, Douglas Andrews, Founding Board Member of Burgundar

11 Funding Resources for Hispanic and Latino Small Business Owners 09/17/2024

Interested in small business grants, loans and other funding options for Latino and Hispanic entrepreneurs?

Today's article, sponsored by Global Atlantic Financial Group, is for you!

11 Funding Resources for Hispanic and Latino Small Business Owners Interested in small business grants, loans and other funding options for Latino and Hispanic Entrepreneurs? See this list.

09/15/2024

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09/13/2024

Friends don't let friends have 13 years of bad business! Tag your business bestie to tell them they can match with an expert mentor for 👻FREE👻.

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09/13/2024

We recognize that there are times your firm needs assistance. So USBC partners with SCORE to get answers to your questions quickly. Research tells us that small business owners who receive three or more hours of mentoring report higher revenues and increased growth. SCORE mentoring is a free service offered to businesses served by USBC. SCORE mentors meet with you one-on-one to support your success by providing experienced advice, consulting on best practices, and educating you on small business topics.

SCORE celebrates 60 years helping entrepreneurs 09/13/2024

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SCORE Charleston chapter chair Roy Anderson joined the host of the South Carolina Business Review for a radio interview about SCORE and our upcoming 60th anniversary. Roy discussed SCORE's evolution over these 60 years-- from a network of retired executives to an organization that has grown to include many mentors who are still in business today.

SCORE celebrates 60 years helping entrepreneurs A national, all-volunteer small business assistance organization is celebrating its 60th anniversary this year. They stay busy in our state with free mentoring services and workshops and today we have one of their volunteers on the phone. Mike Switzer interviews Roy Anderson, chair of the Charleston...

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Emmi’s Closet is a shining example of turning passion into profit. What began as a hobby for sustainable fashion evolved into a thriving online boutique. However, the journey wasn’t without its challenges. When the pandemic hit, Michelle Nguyen had to pivot quickly, transforming her closet cleanout into a full-fledged business. Yet, a year in, growth stalled, and she realized she needed help. That’s when she turned to SCORE.

Matched with a local mentor, Michelle received guidance on everything from business planning to SEO and financial management. Her mentors encouraged her to think strategically, take calculated risks and believe in her vision. With their support, Michelle doubled her revenue, launched a successful website, won a $10K grant and completed an entrepreneurship program.

“I’ve become a completely different entrepreneur,” Michelle says. “My SCORE mentors gave me the confidence and the tools I needed to succeed.”

📸: SCORE client Michelle Nguyen, founder of Emmi’s Closet

SCORE Supports Hispanic Entrepreneurs With Free Mentoring Services 09/10/2024

More than 2.9 million Americans are employed by Hispanic-owned businesses, according to the SBA. As Hispanic Heritage Month quickly approaches, SCORE encourages Hispanic entrepreneurs to work with a mentor to grow their small business.

Learn more in today's press release.

SCORE Supports Hispanic Entrepreneurs With Free Mentoring Services /PRNewswire/ -- More than 2.9 million Americans are employed by Hispanic-owned businesses, according to the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA). SCORE, a...

Local Workshops | SCORE 09/02/2024

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Cómo aprovechar el poder del Marketing Digital de forma sencilla y efectiva

Grow Your Business and Increase Sales Through Exporting

Non Profit - Organizaciones sin fines de lucro

Cyber Security - Lessons From the Criminal Underground

Make Your Website Work for You

Develop a Business Plan

Pasos Sencillos- Obtendras las claves para desarrollar el plan financiero; La decisión final

Revving Up Your Business: Canva For Your Business - Stunning Drag and Drop Design

SPANISH WEBINAR: Comience su negocio: ¡Pruebe la viabilidad!

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Local Workshops | SCORE SCORE Broward offers free and low-cost business workshops to help small business owners and entrepreneurs gain the skills they need to help their businesses thrive.

09/01/2024

What's the biggest lesson you've learned since becoming a small business owner?

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Starting a business is challenging, but with SCORE, you’re never alone. In November 2020, Marcia Trejo embarked on her journey by securing an LLC, with the goal of establishing a credible private practice. Pathway to Solutions (PTS) is a counseling and life coaching organization dedicated to helping clients achieve personal goals and improve mental health. They provide a range of services including individual, family and group counseling, 1:1 coaching, self-love events for teens, public speaking, workshops, self-care retreats for women and self-care boxes.

Inspired by personal challenges and military service, Marcia sought SCORE’s guidance and connected with her mentor, Ramona Fantini. SCORE provided invaluable resources to help Marcia develop a business mission statement and grasp the financial aspects. Ramona’s mentorship was pivotal in Marcia’s growth, facilitating her transition from part-time to full-time practice.

Are you ready to take your business to the next level? SCORE offers a wealth of resources and experienced mentors to guide you. ➡ https://score.org/broward

📷: SCORE client, Marcia Trejo, founder of Pathway to Solutions

Local Workshops | SCORE 08/26/2024

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How To Win With Google Tools For Small Businesses

How To Increase Sales During Uncertain Times

Build & Leverage Business Credit

Virtual Networking: Be More Effective at Marketing Yourself Virtually

HR 101: Hiring, Firing and Other Key HR Basics for Small Business Owners

Website Planning 101: Take your first step to website success!

Develop a Business Plan

Pasos Sencillos- Obtendras las claves para desarrollar el plan financiero; La decisión final

Revving Up Your Business: Canva For Your Business - Stunning Drag and Drop Design

SPANISH WEBINAR: Comience su negocio: ¡Pruebe la viabilidad!

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Local Workshops | SCORE SCORE Broward offers free and low-cost business workshops to help small business owners and entrepreneurs gain the skills they need to help their businesses thrive.

08/25/2024

This one can be tough. How do you deal with fear and doubt as an entrepreneur?

08/22/2024

Ashleigh Hill is the creative force behind The Barn Yard—an imaginative haven for children and a vital community hub. Beyond offering a playful escape, Ashleigh has forged partnerships with nonprofits like the Adalyn Rose Foundation, raising funds and creating meaningful experiences for families.

With invaluable guidance from SCORE mentors, Ashleigh's journey has seen remarkable growth, from adding an indoor basketball court to expanding educational programs that enrich young minds and support local schools. Her mentors helped lay the foundation for her center’s success and remain a steadfast resource, available whenever needed.

Are you ready to take your business to the next level? SCORE offers a wealth of resources and experienced mentors to guide you. ➡ https://score.org/broward

📹: SCORE client, Ashleigh Hill, co-founder of The Barn Yard

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From waiting tables to running a thriving tea company, Patrick Tannous' journey is nothing short of inspirational. At just 21, alongside his preschool best friend and now CEO, Patrick launched Tiesta Tea with a clear mission: to make loose-leaf tea understandable, accessible and affordable.

📈 Tiesta Tea has grown dramatically since its inception in 2010. Today, the company boasts 27 employees, two facilities and its teas are staples in major retailers. Innovative business practices have contributed to their success, having sold over $50 million worth of tea since starting the company.

🔗 Patrick’s entrepreneurial path was steeped in challenges, but with SCORE’s guidance, he never felt alone. His mentor, Robert, a seasoned executive, provided not just expertise but also the confidence needed to navigate the complexities of business growth.

💡 Patrick's advice to budding entrepreneurs? "Don’t be afraid to ask for help. People love to help entrepreneurs." His journey underscores the importance of leveraging resources like SCORE.

Are you ready to take your business to the next level? SCORE offers a wealth of resources and experienced mentors to guide you. ➡ https://score.org/broward

📸 SCORE clients Dan Klein and Patrick Tannous, co-founders of Tiesta Tea

Local Workshops | SCORE 08/19/2024

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Practical Ways You Can Use Al Tools In Your Business to Promote Your Online Presence

Increase Your Website Sales & Leads Using SEO

Small Business Banking Services

Review Your Options, Maybe Start Your Own B's

Motivación al logro

Long Term Planning for Your Business

How to Win with Small Business Planning

The Power of Networking

Develop a Business Plan

Pasos Sencillos- Obtendras las claves para desarrollar el plan financiero; La decisión final

Revving Up Your Business: Canva For Your Business - Stunning Drag and Drop Design

SPANISH WEBINAR: Comience su negocio: ¡Pruebe la viabilidad!

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Local Workshops | SCORE SCORE Broward offers free and low-cost business workshops to help small business owners and entrepreneurs gain the skills they need to help their businesses thrive.

Thinking of Exiting Your Business? 08/19/2024

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Thinking of Exiting Your Business? Sell it? Pass it on? Lay the groundwork now! Trouble viewing? View in your browser. New Fall Series Selling Your Business business? This fall SCORE Broward will be have a series of webinars and live w

08/18/2024

What's a quote that has inspired you as a business owner?

08/15/2024

With SCORE's support, Larry and Tanya Lyons developed LTL Cleaning Services from a simple idea during the pandemic into a robust cleaning provider. They built their business as a legacy for their children, specializing in residential and commercial cleaning. They have thrived as a family-owned operation known for long-term client relationships.

From the start, SCORE has been their trusted partner in navigating entrepreneurship. Their SCORE mentor, Carson, connected them with industry experts and valuable resources crucial for growth, including specialists in janitorial services and government contracts. In just three years, LTL Cleaning Services has achieved remarkable growth.

Are you ready to take your business to the next level? SCORE offers a wealth of resources and experienced mentors to guide you. ➡ https://score.org/broward

🎥: SCORE clients Larry and Tanya Lyons, founders of LTL Cleaning Services

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Discover the inspiring journey of Mihai Popescu, founder of MCP HVAC. Originally from Romania, Mihai moved to the U.S. at 23 with a business degree and a dream. Today, he has transformed that dream into a thriving HVAC company known for its exceptional service and commitment to customers and employees alike.

Starting as a one-person operation, Mihai has expanded MCP HVAC to include 12 employees and eight trucks. He credits much of his success to SCORE mentors Mike and Gary. "They were great at asking the right questions and making me think critically," Mihai says. With their guidance, he expanded his business, hired key personnel and implemented essential systems. "SCORE gave me the insights I needed to navigate entrepreneurship."

Are you ready to take your business to the next level? SCORE offers a wealth of valuable resources to help you succeed, and our experienced mentors are here to guide you every step of the way. ➡ https://score.org/broward

📸: SCORE client Mihai Popescu, founder of MCP HVAC

Local Workshops | SCORE 08/12/2024

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Principios basicos para el lanzamiento de su negocio

Simple Steps for Starting a Business: Revenue & Profit Projections

Your Business - From Vision to Reality

Diseña una estrategia de precios cautivadora!

Blueprint to Brilliance: Mastering Claude AI's Artifacts and Projects

How Businesses Obtain Credit

Florida Sales and Use Taxes

Make Your Small Business More Accessible

The Power of Networking

Develop a Business Plan

Pasos Sencillos- Obtendras las claves para desarrollar el plan financiero; La decisión final

Revving Up Your Business: Canva For Your Business - Stunning Drag and Drop Design

SPANISH WEBINAR: Comience su negocio: ¡Pruebe la viabilidad!

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Local Workshops | SCORE SCORE Broward offers free and low-cost business workshops to help small business owners and entrepreneurs gain the skills they need to help their businesses thrive.

08/11/2024

What is your small business's competitive advantage?

08/08/2024

A SCORE connection encouraged Tommy O. Abney to turn his hobby into something bigger. In his free time, Tommy gave college tours to inner-city public school kids who had little to no exposure to college campuses or opportunities. His sons, Olu and Adebayo, eagerly became partners with their father to help launch My College Tours. Their SCORE mentors provided expert advice and professional resources to help them grow and market their business.

Are you ready to take your business to the next level? SCORE offers a wealth of valuable resources to help you succeed, and our experienced mentors will guide you every step of the way. ➡ https://score.org/broward

🎥: SCORE clients Tommy, Olu, and Adebayo Abney of My College Tours

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Meet Gerry Williams, a real estate agent who transformed a negative first-time homebuying experience into a thriving career. Determined to offer superior service, she became an agent and later launched Valor Staging and Design to meet her clients' home staging needs.

Seeking improvement, Gerry turned to SCORE and was paired with mentors Marty and Saleemah. "SCORE gave me a compass for my business," she says. Through mentoring, she mastered business planning, learned to say yes and no to the right opportunities and established fair pricing strategies. Real estate can be tough, but with SCORE's guidance, Gerry received honest feedback and support. "SCORE helped me navigate my business challenges. It can do the same for you."

Are you ready to take your business to the next level? SCORE offers a wealth of valuable resources to help you succeed, and our experienced mentors are here to guide you every step of the way. ➡ https://score.org/broward

📸: SCORE client Gerry Williams, Founder of Valor Staging and Design

Local Workshops | SCORE 08/05/2024

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Small, Minority and Women Owned Business Workshop

Branding 101

Avoiding Pitfalls in the Conduct of your Business

Breaking Down GPTs: A Non-Coder's Guide To The AI Phenomenon!

Proven Tactics to Skyrocket Your Facebook Ad Performance

Creating Dynamic PowerPoint Presentations

Impuestos sobre las ventas

Use a Six Month Budget to Guide Your Business' Recovery

Simple Steps for Starting a Business: Marketing Your Business

Develop a Business Plan

Pasos Sencillos- Obtendras las claves para desarrollar el plan financiero; La decisión final

Revving Up Your Business: Canva For Your Business - Stunning Drag and Drop Design

SPANISH WEBINAR: Comience su negocio: ¡Pruebe la viabilidad!

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Local Workshops | SCORE SCORE Broward offers free and low-cost business workshops to help small business owners and entrepreneurs gain the skills they need to help their businesses thrive.

08/04/2024

This Thursday. In-person. 7-10 AM https://conta.cc/3LTt3ma

08/04/2024

Self-Care Sunday ✨ Entrepreneurs, what's one thing you are doing for YOU today?

08/01/2024

Tonyia Smith, owner of Silver Slice Bakery, found her calling in culinary school during a gluten-free nutrition project. Inspired to create delicious options for those with celiac disease or gluten intolerance—like her mother's co-workers who sampled her home baking—she decided to start her own business. Through SCORE, she connected with a mentor who provided expertise in manufacturing, growth strategies and sales projections.

Are you ready to take your business to the next level? SCORE offers a wealth of valuable resources to help you succeed, and our experienced mentors are here to guide you every step of the way. ➡ https://score.org/broward

🎥: SCORE client Tonyia Smith, owner of Silver Slice Bakery

Local Workshops | SCORE 07/29/2024

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MONEY 101: Investments

Defining Your Business Model

Build & Improve Your Social Media Presence: Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, Google

Developing a Business Plan

How to Pay Commission to Your Sales Team

How to sell online on Amazon, Ebay and Mercari

Simple Steps for Starting a Business: Great Idea!

The Power Of Niche Marketing

DISCover Effective Selling

Sales Training For Small Business Owners

Pasos Sencillos- Obtendras las claves para desarrollar el plan financiero; La decisión final

Revving Up Your Business: Canva For Your Business - Stunning Drag and Drop Design

SPANISH WEBINAR: Comience su negocio: ¡Pruebe la viabilidad!

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Local Workshops | SCORE SCORE Broward offers free and low-cost business workshops to help small business owners and entrepreneurs gain the skills they need to help their businesses thrive.

07/28/2024

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