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RI SCORE guidance helps Pawtucket printing company grow
The Worm Ladies
2017 J.G.E. Knight Award for Entrepreneurial Excellence
EBS Econotel Business Systems
There are not many budding small businesses that can challenge corporate giants and live to tell about it. But that is exactly what Carol Ann Hurley did 22 years ago. Carol Ann... Read more
Kid's Kingdom in Business Thanks to SCORE
Rhode Island 2009 Entrepreneur of the year
Covid-19 made me do it: How I pivoted my business during the pandemic.
I’ve been lucky to have my SCORE mentor for over a year now. She has served as a steady guide by keeping me on track with my business goals. Read more
What To Do With An Idea? Make It A Reality With Help From SCORE!
I am fortunate to have several amazing SCORE mentors. I found Dana Connon on the SCORE website, sent her an email, and then set up an in-person meeting. Dana offered resources,... Read more
Building Business and Legacy
SCORE has helped me by defining the role to take in my business and how to work on my business instead of the day-to-day functions. They even recruited me to be a SCORE volunteer. Read more
From new business to Oregon Bride Magazine's Best Wedding Planner and All Around Vendor
Almost every year, we've been able to achieve our financial goals, our number of wedding goals, and our growth goals. Even though this past year has been incredibly rough on the... Read more