SCORE Mentors

07/09/2026

Pin it to the SCOREboard 📌

What's one resource, podcast, app, or book you'd recommend to every entrepreneur?

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. 📩

04/09/2026

“​​With SCORE you have someone in your corner who can ask you the right questions, connect you with experts, and help you access a world of opportunity.”

For Amanda Chavero, founder of Dear Donor, building a business meant turning a decade of nonprofit experience into a new kind of opportunity: helping small organizations do more without significantly increasing their overhead.

But expertise in her field didn't automatically mean knowing how to build a business.

So Amanda turned to SCORE.

Her mentor, Mark Lancaster, helped her develop a long-term vision, navigate HR questions, distinguish growth from scale, and even plan for maternity leave as her business expanded.

The results came quickly. In Dear Donor's first full year, Amanda raised more than $700,000. The following year, with two employees on her team, she raised $3.2 million with a 40% success rate.

Today, Dear Donor is helping nonprofits build capacity and secure the resources they need to make their missions possible. And Amanda is doing it with the confidence and perspective she gained along the way.

“I love helping my clients capture their dreams,” she says, “and I appreciate SCORE’s help in realizing mine.”

03/09/2026

Quote of the day.

03/09/2026

"You can run a business really well and still be unhappy if the business model doesn’t match your own rhythm and flow."

Excellent read!!

03/09/2026

02/09/2026

Kenneth McLaurin, Founder of Evolution Skincare & SHIS and SCORE client, was recently invited to share his work at Atlanta Tech Week.

Reflecting on the opportunity and the people and communities that have helped shape his journey, he said:

“No one builds something meaningful alone.”

From challenging him to think differently to providing mentorship, resources, and connections, SCORE has been part of Kenneth’s journey as he continues to grow his business and expand his vision for its impact.

His story is a reminder that sometimes the right conversation, connection, or piece of advice can change the trajectory of what you're building.

Way to go, Kenneth! We can't wait to see where you GROW next.

31/08/2026

Tax season doesn't only come once a year for many small business owners.

If you're self-employed, run a partnership or own a corporation, the IRS may expect you to pay taxes four times a year rather than in one lump sum each spring.

Learn more in our latest article, brought to you by Block Advisors by H&R Block.

Find out why quarterly taxes matter to your business and how you can take care of them.

31/08/2026

Sometimes tax season arrives before your records are ready. The good news is that the IRS offers a simple tool built for exactly this moment: the tax extension.

The key is understanding what an extension actually does and what it doesn't do.

Learn more in our latest article, brought to you by Block Advisors by H&R Block.

Lear what tax extensions are, what they aren't and how to use them effectively for your business.

31/08/2026

Join SCORE Mentors this TUESDAY at 1 PM for their 'Hiring Employees, Contractors or Family – Avoid Costly Tax and Payroll Mistakes' webinar! 💼

Learn the key differences between employees and independent contractors, understand worker classification requirements, and MORE!

Join here ➡️: https://f.mtr.cool/i7rwhzrlw9

04/08/2026

https://lnkd.in/gApVzQtf
2️⃣ DAYS TO GO
Why Attend?
Because one day can save you months, or even years of trial and error.
You'll leave with:
✔ New strategies
✔ New contacts
✔ New ideas
✔ New confidence
✔ Practical tools
✔ Actionable next steps
This isn't another conference. It's a business growth experience.
Don't wait until next year wishing you had attended.
📅 August 6
📍 Albuquerque
Presenting Sponsors: of America and of Albuquerque Economic Development Dept.
🎟 Register today! Your business deserves more than inspiration, it deserves a strategy. Join us and discover the insights, access, and tools to grow.
Registration Link: https://lnkd.in/gehsYjPE
Albuquerque Regional Economic Alliance - AREA
I+E Education to Workforce - Working Together to make a Difference
Bank of America
City of Albuquerque Planning Department
City of Albuquerque Parks and Recreation
New Mexico Economic Development Department
U.S. Small Business Administration
CNM Central New Mexico Community College
ABQid, powered by CNM Ingenuity
Albuquerque - Small Business Development Center SBDC
Santa Fe - Small Business Development Center SBDC
Los Lunas-Small Business Development Center SBDC
Alamogordo-Ruidoso Small Business Development Center - SBDC
WESST
NM Veterans Business Outreach Center - VBOC
Albuquerque Westside Business Association
Albuquerque Journal
Albuquerque Business First
Rio Rancho Regional Chamber Visionaries
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01/08/2026

5️⃣ DAYS TO GO
Money Doesn't Grow Businesses...
Knowledge Does.
We'll cover:
💰 Access to Capital
💰 SBA Loans
💰 Grants
💰 Angel Investors
💰 Private Equity
💰 Financial Planning

Because sometimes the biggest obstacle isn't funding, it's knowing which funding is right for YOUR business.

Don't wait until next year wishing you had attended.
📅 August 6
📍 Albuquerque
Presenting Sponsors: of America and of Albuquerque Economic Development Dept.

🎟 Register today! Your business deserves more than inspiration, it deserves a strategy. Join us and discover the insights, access, and tools to grow.
Registration Link: https://lnkd.in/gehsYjPE

Bank of America
Merrill Lynch Friends
City of Albuquerque Planning Department
City of Albuquerque Parks and Recreation
CABQ Economic Development Department
U.S. Small Business Administration
Albuquerque - Small Business Development Center SBDC
WESST
Albuquerque Business First
Albuquerque Business Owners
Cumulus Media
NAWBO New Mexico
Albuquerque Westside Business Association
Albuquerque Journal
Rio Rancho Regional Chamber Visionaries

31/07/2026

7️⃣ DAYS TO GO
Existing Business Owners.
You're making sales. You're busy.
But are you actually growing?
If you're asking:
• How do I scale?
• Why isn't profit keeping up?
• When should I hire?
• How do I build systems?
Then this summit was designed for YOU.
Stop working harder. Start building smarter.
Don't wait until next year wishing you had attended.
📅 August 6
📍 Albuquerque
Presenting Sponsors: of America and of Albuquerque Economic Development Dept.
🎟 Register today! Your business deserves more than inspiration, it deserves a strategy. Join us and discover the insights, access, and tools to grow.
Registration Link: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/2vdgqwg

CABQ Economic Development Department
Bank of America
City of Albuquerque Planning Department
Rio Rancho Regional Chamber Visionaries
Albuquerque - Small Business Development Center SBDC
Albuquerque Small Business Community
Albuquerque Westside Business Association
Albuquerque Business First
Cumulus Media
NAWBO New Mexico

29/07/2026

8️⃣ DAYS TO GO

Startup? We've Got You.
Starting a business is exciting...
It can also be overwhelming.

Learn how to:
✅ Validate your business idea
✅ Build your business model
✅ Avoid expensive mistakes
✅ Build your team
✅ Understand your finances

Don't waste months trying to learn everything on your own.
Accelerate your journey.

Don't wait until next year wishing you had attended.
📅 August 6
📍 Albuquerque
Presenting Sponsors: of America and of Albuquerque Economic Development Dept.

🎟 Register today! Your business deserves more than inspiration, it deserves a strategy. Join us and discover the insights, access, and tools to grow.

Registration Link: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/2vdgqwg

Bank of America
NM Veterans Business Outreach Center - VBOC
Albuquerque Journal
CABQ Economic Development Department
City of Albuquerque Planning Department
Albuquerque Westside Business Association
Albuquerque - Small Business Development Center SBDC
Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta
Cumulus Media
Albuquerque Business First
Rio Rancho Regional Chamber Visionaries
WESST
Mustang Home Goods
Better Business Bureau

29/07/2026

9️⃣ DAYS TO GO
Stop Trying to Figure It Out Alone.
Every successful business owner has one thing in common...
They ask for help before problems become crises.
At the New Mexico Business Growth Summit you'll meet:
• Business advisors
• Bankers
• Investors
• AI experts
• Marketing specialists
• HR professionals
• SCORE Certified Mentors
One day. One room. Hundreds of opportunities.
Invest one day in your business because your competition probably will.
Don't wait until next year wishing you had attended.
📅 August 6
📍 Albuquerque
Presenting Sponsors: of America and of Albuquerque Economic Development Dept.

🎟 Register today! Your business deserves more than inspiration, it deserves a strategy. Join us and discover the insights, access, and tools to grow.
Registration Link: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/2vdgqwg
Albuquerque - Small Business Development Center SBDC
Better Business Bureau
The Albuquerque Hispano Chamber of Commerce

Rio Rancho Regional Chamber of Commerce
ABQ-Rio Rancho Small Business Growth Group
Bank of America
The City of Albuquerque
Tutor Doctor
Small Business Santa fe, New Mexico
U.S. Small Business Administration
Albuquerque Business First
Cumulus Media
Mustang Home Goods
WESST
CABQ Economic Development Department
City of Albuquerque Planning Department
SCORE Mentors
Albuquerque - Small Business Development Center SBDC
NM Veterans Business Outreach Center - VBOC
Albuquerque Journal
Rio Rancho, New Mexico
Bank of America

13/07/2026

Calling All New Mexico Business Owners!
No matter where you are in your business journey...
🌱 Starting Up
📈 Growing
🏆 Scaling
..the New Mexico Business Growth Summit has a track designed specifically for you.

You'll spend one day learning from experienced business leaders, connecting with resource partners, and gaining practical tools you can implement immediately.

Your $45 registration includes:
✅ Breakfast
✅ Lunch
✅ Snacks
✅ FREE Professional Head Shot
✅ Networking
✅ Expert Speakers
✅ Speed Mentoring

Don't miss one of New Mexico's premier business events of 2026.
📅 Thursday, August 6
📍 Berna Facio Professional Development Center
🎟 Register here:
https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/2vdgqwg

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07/07/2026

Help Us Build New Mexico's Business Community!
SCORE Albuquerque invites you to help promote the 2026 New Mexico Business Growth Summit by sharing one or more of the posts below with your network.
Event: Thursday, August 6, 2026
Time: 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM
Location: Berna Facio Professional Development Center
Registration: $45 (through July 31)
At the Door: $55
Learn More
https://www.score.org/nm/albuquerque/business-education/new-mexico-business-growth-summit-insights-access-and-tools-to-grow/
Register Here
https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/2vdgqwg

15/06/2026

BUSINESS OWNERS: You Are Already a Target. The Question Is... Are You Protected?
Many small and mid-sized business owners believe cybercriminals only target large corporations. The reality? Small businesses are now among the most frequent targets because attackers know many companies lack the protections needed to stop them.
Join nationally recognized cybersecurity expert Bill Bunnell, CISSP and Founder of Network Builders IT, for a FREE in-person cybersecurity workshop that will show you what actually protects your business—and what doesn't.
✅ Learn why small businesses are now the #1 target
✅ Understand the cyber insurance gaps that could leave you exposed
✅ Discover the five controls that reduce risk and may lower premiums
✅ Learn what insurers are now requiring for claims approval
✅ Know the right questions to ask your IT provider and insurance broker
📍 Rio Rancho Workshop
Tuesday, June 16, 2026
8:30 AM – 10:30 AM
Bank of America Contact Center
4330 Picabo St NE, Rio Rancho
Register:
Rio Rancho Registration
https://lnkd.in/d7FQ4RKu
📍 Albuquerque Workshop
Wednesday, June 17, 2026
8:30 AM – 10:30 AM
Albuquerque Hispano Chamber of Commerce
1309 4th St SW, Albuquerque
Register:
Albuquerque Registration
https://lnkd.in/dz8sueHj
Same speaker. Same powerful content. Two convenient locations.
Presented by SCORE Albuquerque, sponsored by Bank of America and the City of Albuquerque Economic Development Department.

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15/06/2026

Looking to Grow Your Business and Expand Your Network?

Join SCORE Albuquerque and our trusted community resource partners for an evening of networking, connections, and business-building opportunities at our FREE Community Partner & Business Resource Networking Mixer!

📅 Wednesday, June 17, 2026
🕓 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM
📍 Q Station
3225 Central Ave NE
Nob Hill – Albuquerque

Whether you're a startup, solopreneur, small business owner, nonprofit leader, or growing company, this event is designed to help you discover valuable FREE resources that can help your business succeed.

✅ Meet local business owners and entrepreneurs
✅ Connect with resource partners that support small businesses
✅ Learn about funding, mentoring, training, government contracting, and growth opportunities
✅ Build strategic relationships that can help move your business forward
✅ Enjoy FREE appetizers while networking

Participating organizations include SCORE Albuquerque, SBA, SBDC, WESST, APEX Accelerator, VBOC, and other business support organizations committed to helping New Mexico businesses thrive.

Bring your business cards, invite a fellow entrepreneur, and come ready to make new connections!

🎟️ FREE to attend, but registration is requested:

RSVP Here:
https://www.score.org/nm/albuquerque/business-education/community-partner-business-engagement-event/

Your next client, referral partner, mentor, supplier, or business opportunity could be one conversation away.

We look forward to seeing you there!

Together, let’s build a stronger business community!

01/12/2025

SCORE Albuquerque is seeking volunteers to become certified mentors and share their expert advice with small business start-ups and existing businesses, helping them succeed. Interested individuals may email [email protected] to learn more about this opportunity to make a positive impact on small business owners.