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.
Roy Nelles,
Makin a Difference
“SCORE ‘s involvement has been ‘making a difference’ in my new business ever since its launch.”
Business Concepts (QS):
This workshop is your start in developing a feasibility plan for your business. You will examine how your business idea meets a need or solves a problem. You will clearly identify the features or benefits of your product or service. You will examine whether your personal skills and background are a good fit with your business idea. You will learn how to find critical information about your industry, customers and competition. You will be assigned a SCORE mentor to help and coach you through the process.
Thursday Sep 09, 2010
6 - 8 PM
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Marketing(QS):
In this workshop you will start to develop a marketing plan. You will
identify your target markets, discuss pricing strategies, focus on
creating a consistent marketing message, and discuss different
marketing communication methods. In addition, you will work on
identifying and developing an appropriate business plan.
Thursday Sep 16, 2010
6 - 8 PM
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Financial Projections (QS):
This workshop is designed to teach you to develop financial projections to see if your business concept is feasible in dollars. You will learn the importance of having a financial plan.You will look at start-up costs, operating expenses, breakeven analysis, the financial risks and rewards, and what funds will be needed to finance your business. You will see how financial statements are used to help manage your business. Don’t panic! An experienced SCORE mentor will be there to guide you through the numbers.
Thursday Sep 23, 2010
6 - 8 PM
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Funding Sources and Next Steps (QS):
This final workshop exposes you to traditional and non-traditional funding sources to finance your business. You will learn what information a bank needs to consider your loan request. You will learn what key elements go into the bank’s loan decision. You will learn to recognize your financial strengths and weaknesses. You will review your progress through the various workshop sessions and discuss what next steps may be needed to make your decision: “go” or “no-go” with your business concept. Your SCORE mentor will continue to work with you to complete any remaining items.
Thursday Sept. 30
6-8 PM
Thursday Sep 30, 2010
6 - 8 PM
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