SCORE Portland Maine Chapter Sponsors
We could not do what we do for the community without help from our sponsors and partners. If you would like to donate to SCORE, click here. If you would like to become a sponsor or partner, contact us.
The U.S. Small Business Administration, established in 1953, provides financial, technical and management assistance to help Americans start, run, and grow their businesses. SCORE is a resource partner with the SBA. The SBA administers a Congressional grant, which provides SCORE with funding. SCORE volunteers work with the SBA to provide small business counseling and training to entrepreneurs through SBA offices. The SBA national site is full of resources to help you start or grow a business. Carve out some time on your schedule to study this site at www.SBA.gov. And here is a link to SBA Maine.
Northeast Bank is proud to have served western, central and mid-coastal Maine for close to 135 years. As you learn About Us, you'll find that we recognize the importance of finding the right financial partner that takes the time to get to know you and to understand your financial needs.
You'll also discover that Northeast's mission is to provide you access to a whole world of financial products and services based on your needs and financial situation, even if the products are from a competitor. We value our relationships with our customers and work together to create an environment of shared values.
Any reference obtained from SCORE to a specific commercial product, process or service does not constitute or imply an endorsement by SCORE or SBA or the United States Government of the product, process, or service or its producer or provider. The views and opinions expressed in any referenced document do not necessarily state or reflect those of the SCORE or SBA or the United States Government.
Andrew Hatch,
Lotions and Potions
“Knowing there is an experienced person available to discuss any issues and review ideas is a great confidence booster. To have free access to a network of expertise and information at a critical point in the development of a new venture is incredibly valuable. SCORE should be a first call for any entrepreneur looking to start or expand a business.”
Some people are repeat customers for newer businesses
More Success StoriesQuickBooks For Small Business - Bedford Libary - 3 Meeting House Road, Bedford, NH:
This workshop will address capability of QuickBooks, the most popular small business accounting package, and discuss the tasks needed to keep it up to date. Also we will review important set up decisions that will help make the software more effective. Accounting Software helps the owner make important financial decisions based on current data. For some, it is the difference between success and failure.
Taught by Susan Dugdale, a QuickBooks Pro Certified expert.
Thursday Feb 09, 2012
5:30 to 8:30 PM
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Start Your Own Business - Merrimack Residence Inn, 246 Daniel Webster Hwy Merrimack, NH :
Almost everything you need to know about starting a business. Covers defining the idea, organizing the business, focusing on customers, cash flow, picking employees, writing a business plan and obtaining financing. This workshop also covers pitfalls to be avoided and serves as an introduction to topics for deeper study
Tuesday Feb 14, 2012
5:30 to 8:30
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5 Steps to a Better Website -ABI Innovation Hub, 33 S. Commercial St., Manchester, NH:
This workshop focuses on the fundamental aspects of defining, creating and implementing an effective web site. The workshop covers in detail the many subtle issues that make the difference between a web site that is just there and one that brings the business and its customers together. Included are discussions on domain name, user friendly design, right content, best host, proper selection of the creating team, realistic cost planning options, how to market the site and how to measure results.
Tuesday Feb 21, 2012
5:30 to 8:30
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Taxes For Small Business, ABI Innovation Hub, 33 So. Commercial St, Manchester, NH:
Rescheduled from Nov. 1st due to power outage at the Hooksett Library.
This workshop focuses on the tax laws in a manner that the small business owner can understand and then use many to enhance the cash flow and profitability of the operation while in full compliance with the law. A detail road map of how the business owners operation flows into the basic IRS 1040 forms which must be submitted is provided in a clear and simple manner. In addition, many useful IRS publications which address the basics for small business operations are discussed.
Tuesday Mar 06, 2012
5:15 to 8:15
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