SCORE Mentors

Have you ever wondered about what it takes to buy a franchise? Savannah SCORE is here to answer your questions! Join us on Tuesday, July 13th for a lunch-and-learn session. From the documents you'll need to the decisions you'll make, this session will walk you through what it takes to own a franchise. Registration is required save your spot today! https://savannahga.zoom.us//tJMvcO-trzMtHtahCq4wPSloJVDAY1

What great things happened to you when you stepped out of your comfort zone? Share in the comments below and inspire others to do the same! #smallbiz #challengeyourself

When's the last time you visited our website? We offer business resources at no cost. Visit our website to get free tools and resources that will help grow your business today: ohttps://savannah.score.org/content/browse-library-272

Have you thought about becoming a SCORE Mentors Savannah volunteer but not sure what to expect? As a SCORE volunteer, you’ll: Be part of a large, highly-respected, national non-profit organization dedicated to the growth of small businesses across the U.S. ... Work with great people, all with a common vision to support small business owners. Utilize the support infrastructure of your local chapter, as well as tools and resources provided by the national headquarters to help you excel as a volunteer. Learn more about becoming a SCORE Mentors Savannah volunteer here: https://savannah.score.org/volunteer-66 : SCORE volunteer Marc Goldberg

Happy #IndependenceDay from all of us at SCORE Mentors Savannah. How are you celebrating today?

The best way to celebrate our independence is by spreading love, hope and optimism. Happy Fourth of July!

This popular e-book breaks down the #marketing landscape into eight manageable steps. Written by experts who know the ins and outs of online and offline marketing, this is a must-read for any entrepreneur. Download your free copy today!

Sometimes we have to make our own opportunities! When is the last time you had to "build a door"?

Today is #SocialMediaDay! We recognize that for many small business owners, keeping connected with customers on social media can feel overwhelming. What are your tips for connecting and engaging with fans on social media? Comment below SCORE client Mary Johns, @openkitchendc

Did you know that in addition to free mentoring, SCORE Mentors Savannah has a variety of free business templates, e-guides, checklists, blogs and other helpful resources to help you start and grow your small business? Be sure to check out these time-saving tools! Learn More: https://savannah.score.org/content/browse-library-272

Quality control is a key component of a well-run business. Help ensure your small business is delivering a consistent product, service and customer experience. Follow these 6 steps to develop a quality control process for your business.

(#WATERCOOLER) Join Savannah SCORE Mentors for a live, informal and informative chat around the watercooler on Monday, June 28 from 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. At this live-streamed Podcast, we will talk with leaders of four organizations whose initiatives are making major contributions to our economy and our local business community. Joining us will be leaders of Savannah’s Tourism Leadership Council, the New Arena project, the SCAD Film Industry Backlot Project, and the Savannah Economic Development Authority. We will also talk about the recent Vetrepreneur Roundtable event, as well as upcoming SCORE workshops and events bring offered in July.

Join us for Part 3 of SCORE's popular "Business Launchpad" webinar series this Saturday, October 31. At this FREE live workshop, sponsored by Wells Fargo, you'll learn the importance of an effective marketing strategy and how to create a great marketing plan that includes digital marketing and social media. Register today for this free online workshop: https://score.zoom.us//tJAlc-ivqz8rH9Xai_Rbqso0c9085FG1pyDL

Meet Bill Izzard, one of SCORE Savannah’s stand-out mentors. Since 2012, Bill has changed the lives of numerous small business owners. He’s a past Chapter Chair and headed up SCORE’s Boots-2-Business workshops for the military. Bill has worked with over 73 clients this fiscal year, and has received perfect scores on 100% of the NPS Client Satisfaction Surveys received this year. He is SCORE’s go to mentor for co-mentoring sessions for new volunteers. Bill can help small business owners with startups, cash flow, marketing and overall business operations. Don’t delay, request Bill today: https://savannah.score.org/mentors/william-izzard

Today is #NationalMentoringDay and during these challenging times, the small businesses in our community need help more than ever. When you volunteer with SCORE, you have the opportunity to experience the joy and fulfillment that comes with helping a local business achieve their goals. You play an important role in helping to grow our local economy, and ensure that our local small business owners survive and thrive. ... Learn more about becoming a SCORE volunteer here: https://savannah.score.org/volunteer-66 Thank you to all the SCORE clients who contributed to this 'Volunteers Matter' video!

Do you have valuable business tips and lessons that you want to pass on? Become a Savannah SCORE mentor!

Meet Michael and Maria of COR Compost, one of Savannah SCORE’s client success stories. Inspired by the symbiotic connection to all things living, Michael and Maria made a decision to be an open participant. COR Compost is a green alternative to how trash is processed focusing on natural decomposition as a way to create nutrient-rich agricultural resources. COR Compost is one of the winners of Savannah SCORE’s BizPitch Savannah 2019 entrepreneurial competition. Since the competition, they have been featured in numerous publications in the Savannah area including Scout Savannah, Southern Soil, Paprika Southern and Savannah Morning News. Every Saturday, COR Compost has a booth at the Forsyth Park Farmer's Market.

Are you struggling to ensure that your small business can adapt, grow and thrive in today’s challenging environment? Find loans, grants and other support services to help adapt your business to the current crisis by visiting our Small Business Resilience Hub. Learn more at: https://www.score.org/recovery/small-business-resilience

Our BizPitch Savannah 2020 Entrepreneurial Competition includes some pretty incredible judges! Take a look for yourself and save the date for our live stream of the event on November 6: http://bizpitchsavannah.com/judges/

Hispanic entrepreneurs are the fastest-growing segment of business owners in the U.S. If you are a hispanic business owner struggling with funding barriers or other challenges, help is available. Visit our new Hispanic Business Owners Hub to read these three valuable blog posts: 10 Essential Sites for Hispanic Business Owners... Advice for First-Time Hispanic Entrepreneurs How to Get Certified as a Minority-Owned Business And then be sure to tap the link to request a free SCORE Mentor to guide you through your journey. . Hispanic Business Owners Hub: https://www.score.org/hispanic-owned-business#resources

When it comes to running your business, you shouldn't change who you are. Being yourself is the way to build a credible brand!

A big congratulations to the BizPitch Savannah 2020 finalists! On Friday, November 6, these budding entrepreneurs will pitch their ideas to our panel of judges for the chance to win over $10,000 in cash and free professional services to help them launch their new Savannah-based businesses! Learn more about each finalist below. Malena Gauss of Lammergeier Glass Recycling Lammergeier Glass Recycling, the first glass recycling company in The Coastal Empire, aims to reduce glas...s waste by offering commercial and residential curbside glass collection services. Bonnie Gringer of Sharethelove.ly Sharethelove.ly is an e-commerce wedding shopping platform that offers fairytale weddings at a fraction of the cost with zero waste. Sharethelove.ly makes dream weddings affordable. Jamal Lawrence, MD of Harvest Health MD Harvest Health MD (HHMD) will be Savannah’s first black-owned, membership-based Direct Primary Care (DPC) office, providing full-scope primary care medical services as well as health and wellness services. Amy and Scott Pierce of My Nurse Now My Nurse Now is the area’s first and only agency to provide Urgent Care services at home for those who cannot travel. They offer a wide variety of in-person medical, nursing, and therapy services, as well as Telemedicine-based services. Yolanda Rivera-Caudill, MD of The Tiny Beet The Tiny Beet is a pediatric medical practice that addresses the widespread problem of childhood obesity by including behavioral, eating, and sleep habits as key elements in the treatment of chronic illness. Kaylyn Stone of Oshun Oshun is a high-end e-commerce platform that provides exposure and new channel opportunities for black-owned, luxury vendors while also providing consumers with a curated assortment of luxury, contemporary, and designer brands. Erika Tate of Loravore Virtual Learning for Upskilling Professionals [LVL UP] LVL UP is a digital platform for the K-12 teaching workforce designed to increase the number of teachers who can effectively deliver digital/remote instruction for their students. Mary Whalen of Canine Lowcountry Club Canine Lowcountry Club is an upscale dog daycare, boarding, and training facility that offers local residents and visitors a place where their pets will be well cared-for in an environment of luxury and fun.

Thinking about starting your own business? The SCORE Startup Roadmap is a step-by-step guide - filled with templates and tools to help you along your journey. This free online series of webinars sponsored by FedEx, coupled with working one-on-one with a SCORE Mentor, is a proven path to success. Learn more about The Startup Roadmap here: https://www.score.org/startup-roadmap... SCORE client Alexandra Cristin, founder of Glam Seamless Hair Extensions

Want to learn what it takes to be a successful business owner and how to set up your new business the right way? Then attend Part 1 of SCORE's popular "Business Launchpad" webinar series this Saturday, October 17! At this FREE live online workshop, sponsored by Wells Fargo, you will gain invaluable insights into what you need to know and do in order to start, manage, and grow your own successful business. Save your spot today! Register at: https://score.zoom.us//tJwvfuGvpzwpGtT5Suh6HjgeMSTjiPYqI67N