SCORE Madison
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For over 50 years, SCORE has served as America’s premier source of FREE business mentoring and education. SCORE provides expert mentoring and education to thousands of startup and existing businesses, just like yours.
Our goal is for you to receive the help you need to be successful in your business with focused assistance in the areas of business planning, marketing, accounting and finance, and more.
As a resource partner of the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), SCORE has helped more than 11 million entrepreneurs through mentoring, workshops and educational resources since 1964.
Before signing up for a mentor, we strongly recommend that you start with the first three chapters of the free "Startup Roadmap: Your Guide to Successfully Starting a Business" short course by clicking on the "Get Started Here" link below.
With SCORE, you are not alone on your business journey.
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TURN YOUR DREAMS TO REALITY!
Complete this 6-month, 12-step roadmap that includes guided instruction by SCORE Madison and Rock County resource experts, access to SCORE mentors and built-in networking time with a cohort of local entrepreneurs.
Registration is required for these virtual workshops.
Register online with the link below or call 608-758-6600. Sponsored by the Hedberg Public Library, Janesville, Wisconsin
- Volunteer Opportunites -
Being A SCORE Volunteer Offers Many Benefits
SCORE Madison is actively seeking women, men; Black, indigenous, people of color; working professionals and retired people experienced in all aspects of business. Our volunteers willingly give time to pay their success forward to Wisconsin business owners and entrepreneurs. You can become a small business mentor, subject matter expert, workshop presenter, or provide administrative support. In addition to realizing personal and professional fulfillment, volunteering with SCORE provides networking opportunities, knowledge building, civic recognition, and leadership opportunities. Sound like you?
Get Involved NOW- SCORE Madison Blog -
Lean Manufacturing Tools by Nick Cray
One of the early-developed lean tools, developed in the 1930’s, is The 5 Whys. It is a problem-solving technique developed by the founder of Toyota Industries Corporation, Sakichi... Read more
It's As Simple As Asking a Question by Kathleen Paris
I have had an exciting, intense and wonderful career as a management consultant and have worked with organizations around the world. I have worked with groups trying to chart... Read more
Budgeting for Next Year by Bill Ferguson
Companies using a calendar year to do their financial statements need to take this time of the year to do budgeting for next year. Budgeting? Why would a company need that? Just... Read more
Read more blogs on a wide range of business related topics authored by business experts at SCORE Madison and SCORE National.
- Client and Mentor Testimonials -
SCORE Business Mentoring Testimonial - Arne King
Arne King, the owner of Savannah Company and Speed Gems talks about the marketing help he's received from SCORE Madison. SCORE Madison Free Business Mentoring
FIND A MENTORSCORE Business Mentoring Testimonial - Ken Wundrow
Certified mentor and co-chair Ken Wundrow talks about the fulfillment he receives sharing his expertise as a SCORE mentor. SCORE Madison Free Business Mentoring
BECOME A MENTOR- SCORE Madison Success Stories -
From Stressed to Success
Score Madison mentor Gregg Schieve has answered all of our questions and has helped us be confident in our decisions. He often points us in the right direction and has helped us... Read more
Marking Maps
When Marking Maps sales exploded, owner Jessica Marking relied on the help of her SCORE mentor to keep her business manageable. Read more
Mindi Kessenich Real Estate and Design
Business owner Mindi Kessenich of Mindi Kessenich Real Estate and Design says that her SCORE mentor helps her focus her priorities. Read more
COVID-19 Notice
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, SCORE Madison has suspended all in-person meetings and mentoring sessions. However, SCORE Madison remains committed to serving our clients during this time. Mentoring sessions are available by telephone or Zoom video conference. SCORE can provide useful information and resources to help small businesses get through this challenging time. Stay safe and stay well.
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