What we’re about
We offer small business owners, start-ups and entrepreneurs help with business plans, marketing, growth strategies, cash flow issues, funding options, business financials and any topic related to starting, owning or growing a small business. We hold workshops. We offer free, confidential face-to-face mentoring services. We also offer mentoring via email, Skype.
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Navigating the Legal Landscape: Essentials for Starting your Small BusinessNeeds location
Navigating the Legal Landscape: Essentials for Starting your Small Business
In this webinar we will cover Legal Entity Formation including types of legal entities and their benefits. We will review the various types of business tax status and the pros and cons of each. We will also cover bookkeeping and accounting basics for a small business and an overview of recommended financial statements. Come prepared with questions as this session will be very interactive.
Registration: https://www.score.org/charlotte/event/navigating-legal-landscape-essentials-starting-your-small-business-2
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Business Finance Basics
This session will help show you how to build, manage, and protect your business for years to come. You’ll learn key elements of business finance basics to manage your cash flow, explore ways to expand your business, and understand insurance for your business.
Registration: https://www.score.org/memphis/event/business-finance-basics - Is starting a business right for you?Needs location
Is Starting a Business Right for You? SCORE virtual workshop
Session 1: Start-Up Basics – FREE SCORE Virtual Charlotte Workshop
This introductory workshop focuses on the Business Start-Up Basics of testing your business idea and identifying the key factors that influence start-up success. The Business Start-Up Basics Virtual Workshop provides you with an overview of the skills and tools you need when deciding to start a business.
In this session, you learn about the advantages and disadvantages of owning a business, the most profitable form for your business, and the fundamentals of formation, organization, marketing, cash flow and funding sources.Presented by SCORE Charlotte Certified Mentors at no cost to you.
TO REGISTER, GO TO https://www.score.org/charlotte/local-workshops
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Cause Marketing is a partnership between your for-profit and a local non-profit for mutual profit.’
Studies have shown that you can increase your revenue by 19%, and 74% of your customers are interested in more promotions with the charities you support. Cause marketing offers you opportunities for brand differentiation and employee motivation. But ‘doing well by doing good’ means doing it right, too. Learn how to create your own game-changer.
Cause Marketing for Independent Businesses. This Catalyst Signature Program is a DIY class designed to maximize your community involvement and company results.
Data behind the design (Why)
Identify partners (Who)
Ideas for impact (How)
Strategy & execution timeline (When)Registration: https://www.score.org/charlotte/event/cause-marketing-–-do-good-and-do-better
