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SCORE is here to help women small business owners.
Numbering in at 13M in the U.S., women-owned businesses comprise a vital and growing segment of the economy. This segment employs 9.4M workers, ushers in innovation, and introduces new products as part of a vibrant U.S. economy. Women entrepreneurs bring a unique perspective and sometimes must break ceilings in traditionally male-dominated industries or roles.
SCORE is here to help you fulfill your business ownership goals and achieve greater success. Along with resources and tools created especially for women entrepreneurs, SCORE offers free and confidential business advice. SCORE mentors, many of them successful women small business owners, are ready to help you achieve your business goals.
Women are leading the way in the business world.
The 2019 State of Women-Owned Business Report by American Express found that the number of women-owned businesses climbed to nearly 13 million, representing 42% of all businesses in the United States. Women-owned businesses employ 9.4 million workers and generate $1.9 trillion in annual revenue.
In 2019, 61% of our clients were women. SCORE is dedicated to helping women owners succeed. SCORE has a diverse volunteer force of qualified business mentors, all skilled and ready to help women entrepreneurs. Once you request a free business mentor, SCORE will match you to a seasoned, experienced business expert.
We understand women-led small businesses and are here to help.
Building a small business might seem daunting, but it’s more possible than you think. See how we’ve helped other aspiring entrepreneurs achieve their business goals.
Vera Bradley
Barbara Bradley Baekgaard and Patricia Miller have taken their line of women's luggage, accessories, and clothing to major markets around the globe.
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Kiddy Crawler, LLC
Back From Extinction After 40 years -- Stacey Kohler brought the Crawligator back to the market.
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Our Favorite Things Boutique & Event Center
Dr. Lisa R. McGuthry Grandmothers' continued in her grandmother's footsteps to run her own business.
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Sway-Oh, LLC
Shirley Washington starts with an idea that becomes an Amazon “hot new release”.
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Specs4Us
Maria Dellapina has a vision that’s now filling a huge market need for quality eyewear.
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Lori's Original Lemonade
Lori Volk took selling lemonade locally to major stores, cafes, independent markets, and restaurants.
Read Success StoryResources for women business leaders.
SCORE has developed resources to address the unique needs of women in the small business community. Browse these resources below then connect with a mentor to get personalized advice for your business.
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Join Mari at the 2022 Hispanic Women's Business Conference
Mari will be providing the English version of “Branding and Marketing the New Era for Small Business”, at the 2022 Hispanic Women’s Business Conference on Wednesday, March 16th,... Read more
Join Bethsaida at the 2022 Hispanic Women's Business Conference
Bethsaida will be speaking on the topic of “Growing Your Business to the Next Level”, in Spanish, at the 2022 Hispanic Women’s Business Conference on Wednesday, March 16th, from 9... Read more
Join Marisela at the 2022 Hispanic Women's Business Conference
Marisela will be speaking on the topic of “Growing Your Business to the Next Level”, in Spanish, at the 2022 Hispanic Women’s Business Conference on Wednesday, March 16th, from 9:... Read more
You Gotta Have F.A.I.T.H.
You Gotta Have F.A.I.T.H. by Lisa I. Perez, President HR, HBL Resources Inc. from the 2020 WOMEN'S BUSINESS VIRTUAL CONFERENCE - The Art of Resilience - Read more
Leveraging Your Strengths with an Entrepreneurial Mindset
Leveraging Your Strengths with an Entrepreneurial Mindset by Christine Madsen, Founder... Read more
Maintaining High Performance Through Personal Resilience
Maintaining High Performance Through Personal Resilience by Aracelly Latino-Feliz, Founder, The Movement Therapy Institute from the 2020 WOMEN'S BUSINESS VIRTUAL CONFERENCE - The... Read more
Know The SCORE - Al Otero and 100 Successful Women in Business
Our Know The SCORE podcast features Al Otero, president of the Global Trade Chamber, discussing the 100 Successful Women in Business Conference. Find out how SCORE Broward and... Read more
Leading South Florida entrepreneurs headline SCORE Broward’s Women’s Business Conference and Expo on Oct. 25
Women business owners have come a long way, but it is it enough?
Why Women Should Start Small Businesses
Female small business owners have a variety of motivators for starting their business from inspiring other women entrepreneurs to showing others that it is possible to overcome the stigmas associated with women-owned businesses. Read on to see results from a recent survey for women entrepreneurs and women of color in business.
Learning From Women-Owned Small Businesses: 12 Challenges & How to Overcome Them
To help women entrepreneurs and small business owners overcome their challenges, we asked founders and CEOs this question for their best advice.