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AR’s Hot Southern Honey
Russell first came to SCORE when he competed in SCOREcard, a business model canvas competition in Richmond, Virginia. Read more
L.O.C.A.L. S.T.E.W. U.
The Connells sought SCORE mentoring as they moved their school from rural Virginia to Richmond. Read more
Nacho Mama’s
“I have customers and other people interested in owning their own business ask me how to get started,” Raul says. “I always tell them to contact SCORE, and go to a SCORE seminar. Read more
More Than Moving
Susan & Roy express their appreciation for the assistance provided by Richmond SCORE and recommend the free service to any small business owner or would-be entrepreneur. Read more
Dabney Properties LLC Finds Success With SCORE
“Hank Farrell has proven to be a real friend. I have always felt like I could pick up the phone and Hank would be willing to meet with me at a moments notice. Read more
O'Brien Financial Planning
When I was first starting out, as many entrepreneurs know, it was pretty lonely. Read more
Advanced Behavior Treatment
SCORE has opened our eyes to the benefits of going into a partnership and educated us on reasons many partnerships succeed or fail. Read more