SCORE for Women Entrepreneurs

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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.

13 million women-owned businesses in the U.S. 42% of all U.S businesses are women owned.

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.

Woman in mentoring session with female mentor

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.

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Resources 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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Recorded Webinar

Reopening Your Business the Smart Way

Event Language: English

SCORE and the Cape Cod Chamber of Commerce will host a free two-part webinar - Reopening Your Business the Smart Way. - on May 4th and May 13th - topics include Cash forecasting... Read more

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eGuide

SCORE Reopening Toolkit for Small Business

Article Language: English

It's time to shift your mindset from Coronavirus Reaction to Business Recovery. Start now to Prepare your Business to Reopen in a New, and Still Evolving Market Environment. That... Read more

eGuide

SCORE Handbook for Small Business

Article Language: English

This handbook is a comprehensive guide to starting and running a small business on Cape Cod... Read more

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Tips from SCORE - Small Business Advice

Article Language: English

Tips from SCORE are published weekly in the Cape Cod Times, furnishing Small Businesses with timely advice on managing and operating their companies. All Tips are posted here and... Read more

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Financing Resources & Grants

Article Language: English

Get financing resources for Cape Cod, Martha's Vineyard, Nantucket and Southeastern Massachusetts Read more

Blog

Why Women Should Start Small Businesses

Article Language: English

March 22, 2022, Rieva Lesonsky

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.

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