SCORE Chico Lends Support to Entrepreneurs Affected by Wildfire
In the aftermath of California's Camp Fire, SCORE Chico mentors are helping with local business recovery efforts. More than half of the Chico chapter's volunteers had to evacuate their own homes for a period of time due to the fire. In spite of this, SCORE Chico mentors have been participating in weekly meetings and donating their time at the SBA's disaster recovery center.
"Along with SBDC, [we] have been giving it our all to help," says SCORE Chico chapter chair Mike Burson. "Our mentors have added counseling time as needed to keep up with the demand and the SCORE Sacramento office has offered to help."
Thank you to our SCORE Chico mentors for doing pivotal work that will make such a difference for fellow business owners and community members affected by the Camp Fire.
SCORE Canton Honored by Local Chamber of Commerce
In November, SCORE Canton received a Community Salute Award from the Canton Regional Chamber of Commerce. The Canton chapter was honored for their "outstanding civic volunteerism and community service."
Check out the video prepared by the Chamber in honor of SCORE Canton's award here. Congratulations to our Canton mentors on this distinction!
SCORE Central Florida Generates High Turnout for Women in Business Symposium
SCORE Central Florida chapter's second annual Empower Women in Business Symposium, held Nov. 9 in Lakeland, FL, garnered 163 attendees. Speakers included Shelly Wilkes, president of the Lakeland Magic Basketball G League; Dr. Elaine Thompson, president and CEO of Lakeland Regional Hospital; and Stephanie Madden, business owner and Lakeland City Commissioner.
Congratulations to the Central Florida chapter for their engagement with their community and efforts at inclusivity!
