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Shea Bodyworks
Pearsall attended SCORE online workshops on social media, Facebook ads, trademark issues, and SEO for small businesses. Read more
The Hot Room Indianapolis
First, SCORE mentor helped Kalgaonkar review her business plan — and challenged her with concerns and potential barriers. Kalgaonkar attended a business plan workshop and connected Read more
Open for Service
Driver worked with SCORE mentors to discuss sustainability strategies for the Open for Service and determine appropriate marketing messaging to support the organization’s mission. Read more
L D Smith Plumbing
One option could be finding an existing plumbing business that is on the market with a shop. Read more
The Shield Shell
At this point, Dana contacted the local SCORE office with her ideas and her product and for help with establishing her business. Read more
Anita's Biscottis
SCORE mentor Chet Shoop helped Skrocki start her business. Read more
Be That Person Inc.
Coffman chose SCORE because it was one of the few programs available to organizations that had not yet filed for 501(c)3 status. Coffman worked with SCORE mentor Barb Ellerbrook. Read more
Proactive Transportation Safety Services, Inc.
Gilreath wanted someone who was not involved in his company to guide him on how to grow Proactive Transportation Safety Services. Read more