SCORE Mentors

10/14/2026

📊 Overwhelmed by marketing clutter? 🛑 Stop guessing and start growing with a plan that actually works. 🎯

Join SCORE this Tuesday, October 20 at 12:00 PM CT for a dynamic, high-impact seminar: ""How to Build a Simplified, Sensible Marketing Plan.""

In just 90 minutes, you'll discover how to:
🎯 Craft a concise, 1-page roadmap tailored to your specific business
💡 Target your ideal audience without wasting ad spend
📈 Set realistic, measurable milestones to track your progress
⏱️ Streamline campaigns so you spend less time marketing and more time closing sales

🎟️ Registration: Only $10.00! Practical, interactive, and built for busy business owners.

👇 Ready to build a marketing plan that converts? Check the first comment for the registration link! 👇

Learn how to create your own, short marketing plan. This seminar will provide you step-by-step guidance for building an effective, concise, and actionable marketing plan. (Duration 1.5hr)

10/13/2026

Sometimes, the biggest business win is realizing how far you've come.

When SCORE client Dave started his business 16 years ago, he was working out of his backyard garage with no college degree and no business experience. Today, he's built a profitable automotive business, paid off $167,000 in debt, and secured the financing he needs to grow his three companies.

But the biggest change isn't just in the numbers. It's in how Dave sees himself and what he's accomplished.

After a decade of working with SCORE mentors and learning to understand the financial side of business, Dave presented his growth strategy to four banks. All four made offers.

Reflecting on the milestone, he shared:

“I'm finally making that transition from the ‘I should be here, I should be doing this’ syndrome to the ‘look what I've done, look what I've got, and look where I'm going’ syndrome.”

Mentorship can help entrepreneurs build stronger businesses, make more informed decisions, and recognize the progress they've made along the way.

Sometimes, it's time to stop focusing on how far you have to go and celebrate how far you've already come.

Way to GROW, Dave!

10/13/2026

Struggling to get found online by local customers? 🌐 In today’s market, having a strong digital footprint isn't optional; it's essential! 🚀

Join SCORE this Friday, October 16 at 11:30 AM CT for a live, step-by-step webinar: Developing Your Online Presence!

In this comprehensive session, you’ll learn:
📱 The core building blocks of a professional online marketing presence
🔍 How to optimize your website and local search visibility
📣 Choosing the right social channels to connect with your target buyers
🎯 Simple content habits that turn online visitors into loyal clients

🗓️ Date: Friday, October 16, 2026
⏰ Time: 11:30 AM CT
🎟️ Investment: $10.00

Stop staying invisible and start driving steady traffic to your business. ✨

👇 Ready to build your digital presence? Check the first comment to grab your seat! 👇

In this **FREE Webinar** Gain a high overview of the knowledge and tools needed to start, manage, and grow a successful small business.

10/12/2026

📚 Low-cost business learning opportunities await!

Join a SCORE Hawaii webinar or workshop this week and 🚀

10/09/2026

Think your small business is too small to be a target for cyberattacks? 🛡️ Think again. 🛑 Cyber threats target small businesses every single day.

Join SCORE on Thursday, October 15 at 2:00 PM CT for an essential live workshop: Strategic Cybersecurity Practices!

In this 1.5-hour session, you will learn:
🔒 Strategic cybersecurity governance to protect daily operations
🛡️ How to assess organizational risk and integrate cyber insurance
💻 Practical protocols to safeguard customer data and financial accounts
📈 Concrete steps to achieve practical cybersecurity maturity

📅 Date: Thursday, October 15, 2026
⏰ Time: 2:00 PM CT (1.5 Hours)
🎟️ Investment: $10.00

Don't wait for a data breach to take action. Safeguard your business assets today. 🔐

👇 Ready to protect your business? Click the link in the first comment to save your seat! 👇

Learn about strategic cybersecurity governance of your business' operations, integrating risk, cybersecurity insurance and working toward a goal of cybersecurity maturity within your organization. (Duration 1.5 hours)

10/08/2026

Motherhood changed Madhu’s life. It also sparked the idea that would change her career.

After earning her master’s degree in electrical engineering and working in the semiconductor industry, Madhu found herself searching for a diaper bag that balanced two things: the practicality she needed as a mom and the style she wanted. When she couldn’t find it, she decided to create it herself.

That idea became Pretty Pokets, a line of stylish, practical bags designed to make life easier for women on the go.

But turning a great product idea into a growing business takes more than creativity. Madhu needed guidance on everything from e-commerce and supply chains to protecting her ideas.

She found that support through SCORE. Since her first counseling session in 2016, Madhu has met with mentors more than 50 times, tapping into their expertise as she grows her business. SCORE mentors have helped her navigate challenges, explore new opportunities, and keep moving forward.

Today, Pretty Pokets has built a loyal customer base, expanded into boutique retail, and successfully repaid its first Kiva crowdfunding loan. Now, Madhu is raising funds again to grow her product line.

She didn't just create the bag she couldn't find. She built a business around making everyday life a little easier for women like her.

10/08/2026

Ready to build, manage, and grow a profitable company? 🚀 Whether you're just starting out or looking to scale, don't miss out on this game-changing opportunity!

Join SCORE this Tuesday, October 14 at 10:00 AM CT for a live, interactive webinar: Small Business Success: Mastering the Essentials.

In this free session, you’ll get a high-level overview of the exact tools and knowledge you need:
➡️ Fundamentals of starting and structuring your business legally
➡️ Key strategies for effective daily operations and cash management
➡️ Proven tactics to accelerate your business growth and customer base

🎟️ Registration is completely FREE! Essential insights built specifically for busy entrepreneurs.

📅 Date: Tuesday, October 14, 2026
⏰ Time: 10:00 AM CT
🎟️ Cost: FREE

👇 Ready to master the essentials? Click the link in the First Comment to save your seat! 👇

In this **FREE Webinar** Gain a high overview of the knowledge and tools needed to start, manage, and grow a successful small business.

10/07/2026

Confused about how your credit score actually impacts your business growth? 💳 Take control of your numbers and build financial strength. 📈

Join SCORE this Tuesday, October 13 at 12:00 PM CT for a practical, 90-minute webinar: Credit Basics!

In this session, you’ll uncover:
🔍 How credit scores are calculated and what factors move the needle
⚠️ Common credit pitfalls that secretly damage your borrowing power
🛠️ Proven strategies to build, repair, and maintain strong credit profiles
🏦 How to position yourself for better loan terms and capital access

📅 Date: Tuesday, October 13, 2026
⏰ Time: 12:00 PM CT (1.5 Hours)
🎟️ Investment: $10.00

Build a strong financial foundation that opens doors for your future. 🚪✨

👇 Ready to master the basics of credit? Head to the first comment to reserve your seat! 👇

This presentation will cover the fundamental principles of credit, including how credit scores work, the factors that impact them, and strategies for building and maintaining good credit. (Duration 1.5 hour)

10/07/2026

Thinking about making your first hire or expanding your team? 👥 Don't let HR missteps put your business at risk! 🛑

Join SCORE on Tuesday, October 13 at 10:00 AM CT for a high-impact live workshop: Everything HR - for New and Existing Businesses.

Featuring HR Consultant Jordan Hazelwood, this practical session covers:
🔹 Key differences between employees and 1099 contractors
🔹 Critical legal compliance to know before hiring
🔹 Best practices for onboarding and setting performance expectations
🔹 How to manage and retain top talent effectively

📅 Date: Tuesday, October 13, 2026
⏰ Time: 10:00 AM CT
🎟️ Investment: $10.00

Protect your business and build a confident, productive team. 💼

👇 Ready to master your HR essentials? Check the first comment to join us! 👇

Explore Human Resource needs & issues before you hire your first employee or contract worker. A local HR expert will help you understand important HR issues & to manage your current & future employees more effectively.

10/06/2026

SCORE mentor Jyoti Jaiswal knows there’s something powerful about watching an entrepreneur go from “I have an idea” to “I think I can really do this.” 💙

Behind every business is someone taking a risk, figuring things out as they go, and trying to turn a vision into something real. They shouldn’t have to do it alone.

Sometimes, the right guidance, resource, or conversation can be the thing that turns uncertainty into momentum.

That’s why mentors show up. To listen. To share what they know. To remind entrepreneurs that they have someone in their corner.

Ready to be that person for an entrepreneur? Become a SCORE mentor.

10/02/2026

Manufacturing takes more than engineering. It takes vision, problem-solving, and the business know-how to turn an idea into a thriving company. 🏭

For National Manufacturing Day, meet Brad, founder of AMS Galaxy USA, a manufacturer of precision dairy equipment helping farmers reclaim something invaluable: time with their families.

Growing up on a dairy farm, Brad saw firsthand how demanding the work could be. He wanted to help other farmers change that story through robotic milking technology. But when it came to running a business, he quickly realized that engineering expertise was only part of the equation.

That’s where SCORE came in. Through mentorship, Brad gained guidance in sales, marketing, accounting, finance, and strategy, the essential business skills that help manufacturers grow beyond the production floor.

“We wouldn't be where we are without SCORE,” Brad shared.

This National Manufacturing Day, we're celebrating the manufacturers who turn innovation into impact, and the mentors who help them build stronger businesses.

10/01/2026

New month, new opportunities to grow your business! 💡

Our October webinar lineup covers practical topics to help you work smarter, make informed financial decisions, and plan for what’s next.

👉 Swipe through to see what’s coming up, choose the sessions that interest you, and register for free!

We look forward to learning with you this month. 💙

10/01/2026

09/30/2026

09/29/2026

Real end-of-year SMB planning = no fluff.

What’s one unwritten rule you have for holiday prep? Drop it below 👇

09/28/2026

Pin it to the SCOREboard 📌

What's one skill Future You will thank you for learning?

We'll use the comment section as a sounding board to offer resources and support.

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Have something YOU want to ask other entrepreneurs? DM us to submit your prompts. 📩

09/24/2026

“Starting Mothership Coffee Roasters was personal for me.”

For Juanny Romero, coffee became a vehicle for creating the kind of connection and community she wished she had growing up. A child of immigrants from the rough side of Queens, she built Mothership Coffee Roasters around a simple mission: create meaningful connections through great coffee.

Fifteen years later, that mission has grown into six cafes, regional retail partnerships, and coffee sourced from women-owned farming cooperatives.

Along the way, SCORE has been part of Juanny’s journey, providing mentorship, encouragement, and the perspective she needed to grow from a passionate entrepreneur into the CEO of a multi-chain, multi-vertical business.

But for Juanny, success isn't just about how much the business has grown. It's about what that growth makes possible: supporting women coffee producers, investing in her community, and creating spaces where people can connect.

Her advice to other entrepreneurs? Embrace mentorship. The right guidance can help you break through limiting beliefs and see what's possible.

09/24/2026

Join SCORE Mentors on September 29 at 1 PM for their 'Beyond the Barcode: Manage Inventory, Navigate Retail Channels and Prepare to Scale' webinar! 🛍️

Discover how barcodes can support inventory management, prepare your business for wholesale distribution, and MORE!

Register here ➡️: https://f.mtr.cool/hpli68wfej