SCORE Mentors

10/11/2026

This is a great opportunity for established business owners (2+ years, growing their team or revenue through 5 fast paced practical sessions. Advice, not pitches. From funding growth through managing risk to understanding where AI fits into your business.

10/06/2026

It's our birthday, but we'd rather celebrate small business!

Today, marks 62 years of SCORE. That's over six decades of mentors, entrepreneurs, volunteers and small business champions showing up for one another.

There's really only one way to celebrate such a feat:
🎂 Support a small business in your community today.

Buy something. Book something. Leave a review. Share their post. Tell a friend about them.

Then tag the small business you supported in the comments so we can show them some love too.

Because the best way to celebrate small business is to actually show up for small business.

Happy 62nd birthday, SCORE! Here's to the next chapter. 💙💛

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

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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. 📩

09/26/2026

🙌 You're Invited! Join us for the next installment of the Catalyst Series on Tuesday, October 20th from 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM at the York-Poquoson Sheriff's Office Community Room.

💰 This upcoming session, "Show Me the Money: Funding for Small Business," features guest speakers Melissa Jeffries of Chesapeake Bank and Roy Madsen of SCORE Mentors of Williamsburg.

✨ Over the past 12 years, Melissa has built a distinguished career in commercial banking, serving businesses throughout the Williamsburg and Virginia Peninsula markets. She is passionate about helping organizations achieve their strategic goals, fostering growth, and supporting businesses at every stage of development.

✨ Roy is a financial, operational, and strategic management professional with over 40 years of experience. He has counseled executives, managers, and community leaders on how to plan, strategize, and focus their operations to drive long-term organizational success.

👉 🎟️ Register today to secure your spot: https://bit.ly/4yJBabD

🤝 The Catalyst Series is made possible thanks to the collaboration between SCORE Mentors , Yes Williamsburg , the Greater Williamsburg Chamber of Commerce, James City County Economic Development , and York County Economic & Tourism Development .

09/25/2026

There is still time to sign up for the workshop...Don't miss this opportunity to learn how to fund the next stage of your business growth

🙌 You're Invited! Join us for the next installment of the Catalyst Series on Tuesday, October 20th from 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM at the York-Poquoson Sheriff's Office Community Room.

💰 This upcoming session, "Show Me the Money: Funding for Small Business," features guest speakers Melissa Jeffries of Chesapeake Bank and Roy Madsen of SCORE Mentors of Williamsburg.

✨ Over the past 12 years, Melissa has built a distinguished career in commercial banking, serving businesses throughout the Williamsburg and Virginia Peninsula markets. She is passionate about helping organizations achieve their strategic goals, fostering growth, and supporting businesses at every stage of development.

✨ Roy is a financial, operational, and strategic management professional with over 40 years of experience. He has counseled executives, managers, and community leaders on how to plan, strategize, and focus their operations to drive long-term organizational success.

👉 🎟️ Register today to secure your spot: https://bit.ly/4yJBabD

🤝 The Catalyst Series is made possible thanks to the collaboration between SCORE Mentors , Yes Williamsburg , the Greater Williamsburg Chamber of Commerce, James City County Economic Development , and York County Economic & Tourism Development .

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

09/02/2026

09/02/2026

Join a SCORE mentor for a workshop on financial knowledge

08/12/2026

What’s it like to work with a SCORE Williamsburg mentor? Here is what local entrepreneurs have shared:
“I’m learning a lot from my mentor, and he makes me feel comfortable enough to ask all sorts of questions.”
“Being able to connect with experienced and successful business owners who offer advice through their lived experiences is something small business owners are not likely to be able to afford without this program.”
“SCORE is a great resource as an aspiring entrepreneur.”
Whether you are starting a business, growing one or working through a challenge, you do not have to navigate the journey alone. SCORE Williamsburg provides no-cost, confidential mentoring from experienced business professionals who are ready to listen, share their knowledge and help you move forward with confidence.
Connect with a SCORE Williamsburg mentor today. www.score.org/williamsburg
Greater Williamsburg Chamber of CommerceYork County Economic & Tourism DevelopmentYork County Economic & Tourism DevelopmentJames City County Economic DevelopmentWilliamsburg Community Foundation

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08/05/2026

Have you used AI to answer a business question and then wondered whether you could trust the response?
AI can be very helpful, but it does not know your business, your customers, or your financial situation. A SCORE mentor can help you sort through the information, consider the risks, and decide what makes sense for you.
Our mentoring is confidential, personalized, and offered at no cost.
You do not need to have everything figured out before contacting us. Bring us your questions, and we will help you work through them.

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