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Danika Heads, owner of Baby Steps Nursing.
Baby Steps Concierge Nursing

With SCORE's assistance, Baby Steps Concierge Nursing is born, providing in-home newborn care by registered nurses and offering expert guidance to help new parents feel confident and supported.

Magic_Dates_Diana_Jarrar
MAGICDATES: Dates Reimagined

Diana has achieved significant successes with the help of SCORE. With SCORE's assistance, Diana earned first place in SCORE's 60th Anniversary Pitch Competition held in Los Angeles and a $20,000 prize, which has helped expand her operations. Through SCORE's guidance, she was able to refine her business strategies, resulting in increased revenue and the ability to scale her operations. This support enabled her to hire additional employees, strengthen her financial management, and streamline her marketing approach.

Exit Bluss owner sitting on a red couch
Exit Bliss Consulting: Empowering Businesses to Thrive Through Transitions

One of the biggest successes I’ve achieved as a result of working with SCORE is a significant increase in revenue. In just four months after launching my new website and brand, Exit Bliss secured over $350,000 in contracts. That’s a milestone I couldn’t have imagined when I first started this journey, and it’s a direct result of the strategic advice and mentorship I received. My mentor, Kevin, also helped me make important decisions about branding and operations that positioned Exit Bliss for long-term success. From creating a website that truly reflects my vision to understanding the nuances

Owners of the Spot Dehli standing outside their building
The Spot Hometown Deli: Fresh Food with a Purpose

Through their work with SCORE, Ed and Kristin have achieved significant milestones. They not only launched The Spot Hometown Deli successfully, but SCORE's mentorship helped them avoid common mistakes and prepare for SCORE's 60th Anniversary pitch competition in Philadelphia, where they placed third and earned a $5,000 prize. This funding will help them expand their operations, buy better equipment and enhance their offerings, marking a major step forward in their business growth.

The Greek Shack owners outside of their food truck
Authentic Cuisine at The Greek Shack

With the guidance of SCORE, Demetri won second place in SCORE's 60th Anniversary Pitch Competition held in Philadelphia, securing $10,000 in seed money, which he used to invest in a mobile food truck. This strategic decision allowed The Greek Shack to reach high-traffic events and cater private functions, while also serving as a hybrid brick-and mortar location. Additionally, the mentorship Demetri received from SCORE helped refine his business plan which has been essential in increasing revenue and hiring employees.

Mommy and Me owners and their two daughters standing in their business
Mommy and Me: SCORE Pitch Winner Empowering STEM Education

Through SCORE's support, Crystal has achieved many milestones in her entrepreneurship journey, including earning first place and a $20,000 prize in SCORE's 60th Anniversary Pitch Competition held in Houston. With the help of SCORE, Crystal was also able to refine her business strategy and make key decisions that led to significant growth. As a result, she achieved increased revenue, expanded her customer base and scaled to reach even more families and communities in and around the Greater Houston Area.

bonnee co-founders
bonnee | the clothing swap app

Vanessa and her co-founders have achieved significant milestones with the help of their SCORE mentor, Gisleine. Her guidance was crucial in refining their pitch and business materials, which helped them present a more compelling case to potential investors. Of more than 2,000 applicants to SCORE's pitch competition, bonnee made it to the semi-finals to make her pitch live before the judges, ultimately winning third place and $5,000. This achievement also provided them with invaluable exposure and credibility.

Woman standing outside of the Stockman's Drug building
Stockmen’s Drug: Transforming Community Healthcare

Helen has achieved significant successes with the help of SCORE, including renewing the company's entire staffing and pharmacy systems, opening a second location, building and technology updates, increased revenue threefold, and brokered a successful 340B collaboration with the local hospital. One of the most notable successes was winning first place in the nationwide virtual pitch competition SCORE held in honor of its 60th anniversary. This provided her with the funding needed to start a mobile vaccine program. Nicknamed MVP, it allows home bound, low income, and patients without

Barbara Rosin - Black Barn Apiary
Black Barn Apiary: Handcrafted Artisanal Honey

Black Barn Apiary launched in 2018, but much of the business was already well-established. Besides an assortment of high-quality products, Barbara cultivated diverse native trees and plants. By restoring the prairie and supporting pollinators, Rosin contributes to sustainable agriculture and ensures that future generations have plenty of food from thriving crops.


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