Succeed with SCORE
SCORE Chicago volunteers are experienced entrepreneurs, corporate managers, and executives with a diverse set of industries and specialties who volunteer their experience and knowledge to help small business professionals start, develop, and grow businesses. We also offer low-cost or no-cost business training, and numerous templates and tools.
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In-Person Mentoring & Events Are Suspended,
But Online Support Is Available
The health of small business owners, their employees, and the SCORE network of volunteers remain our top priority. However, continued support is fully available through online modalities.
Remote Mentoring Online Webinars
Get Free Business Mentoring Today!
Due to the coronavirus outbreak, SCORE mentors will meet with clients remotely. Mentors are available to participate in remote mentoring sessions via phone, email, and video. If you already have a SCORE mentor, ask them if you can use a remote mentoring method for your sessions. If you don’t already have a SCORE mentor, you can request a remote business mentor today.
You can browse mentor profiles to find your ideal expert or fill out the mentoring request form and we will pair you with the right mentor to help your small business thrive.
Attend a Live Online Workshop Taught by Local Experts!
SCORE Chicago mentors and representatives from the local business community conduct a variety of regularly scheduled educational workshops that provide valuable information and techniques necessary for establishing and managing a successful business.
Due to COVID-19, our workshops will be held online until further notice. Click below to view live online workshops on a variety of small business topics.
Upcoming Live Online Workshops
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9:30 am - 11:30 am Plan for a Successful Business - 9/30 - C0004
8:45 am - 2:30 pm How to Persuade Anyone with a Masterful Stand-Up Presentation - 11/09 - C0004
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SCORE is proud to have the nation’s largest network of volunteer, expert business mentors. They help thousands of entrepreneurs start and grow their small businesses every year. Our volunteers give back to their communities and pass on their knowledge to the next generation of entrepreneurs.
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