Topeka SCORE Success Stories

Rev. Jack Little believes other nonprofits can benefit from working with their local SCORE chapters. “The price is right, and their volunteers have the expertise, wisdom, and... Read more

Michael and Ramona continue to have regular meeting with Eric and other counselors at SCORE. “Their greatest asset is the ability to help a company understand the business cycle,... Read more

Among the many lessons Sortino shares with his clients is the value of SCORE mentoring. "When possible, people should talk to SCORE mentors and get different perspectives, because... Read more

"I have many fond memories of Mr. McDaniel, and we were so fortunate to have his help and support," Herm says. "I've told many other small business owners that they too can get... Read more

The Vera Bradley team contacted Ft. Wayne SCORE and were matched with volunteer mentor George Cook. Cook applied his extensive experience in corporate finance to help Baekgaard... Read more

Over the years, Eric has consulted with other SCORE counselors in person and via email to on issues such as CuraDebt’s marketing plan and financial analysis, corporate identity... Read more

“These days, more newspapers fold than get started,” Kerry says. “Richard Rook and SCORE are the reason this publication continues to prosper. At no cost, I gained expertise that... Read more

After learning that there was a terrific need for translation services in Florida's Manatee and Sarasota Counties, Alina began investigating business resources to help start her... Read more

Steve adds that they’ve also recommended SCORE to other aspiring entrepreneurs, including a client.  “They helped her get through the ‘overwhelmed’ stage, and now she’s on her way... Read more

SCORE's first counseling session with this client was held on March 31, 2000 and since then, through face-to-face, telephone and e-mail contacts, we have provided over 200... Read more

SCORE continues to provide valuable mentoring for whatever new issues may arise. "I don’t know any place where a small business like us can get advice like this," Leonard says. "... Read more

“More than half of my practice is in health care, which often involves people having to make difficult decisions about friends, loved ones and themselves,” she says.  “Working... Read more