The Launch
We know that starting or growing a business comes with plenty of questions. Am I focusing on the right things? What should I tackle first? How do I make this idea financially sustainable? Should I change my pricing? How do I grow without taking on more than I can handle?
Sometimes, what you need most is someone who has been there before—an experienced business leader who can look at your situation, ask the right questions, and help you figure out your next move. SCORE offers free expert mentoring, workshops, and resources to start, grow, or transition your small business with guidance tailored to every stage of your journey.
| SCORE counseling is free, in person, and open to everyone If you’re a Holly Springs entrepreneur who could use experienced business advice, take advantage of this new local resource. Sessions are currently full. Watch your email for an announcement when more sessions open. Click here to sign up for our email list |
What is SCORE?
SCORE is a national nonprofit organization and resource partner of the U.S. Small Business Administration. Its network of volunteers provides free mentoring, education, and resources to entrepreneurs and small business owners.
The organization has been helping entrepreneurs since 1964. Today, SCORE has more than 10,000 volunteers providing free, expert mentoring across all 50 states and U.S. territories.
Today, SCORE mentors work with business owners at many different stages, from people exploring an idea to established businesses looking for guidance on their next phase of growth.
Business advice without the price tag
One of the biggest challenges facing entrepreneurs is access to experienced, trusted advice.
You can find an enormous amount of business information online. You can read books, listen to podcasts, take courses, and ask Google just about anything. But sometimes you need to sit across the table from someone who understands business and talk through your business.
If you need or want business advice from an experienced business counselor, you can sign up for an in-person SCORE counseling session through the LHS Entrepreneur Center. The sessions are open to anyone, in keeping with the Entrepreneur Center’s ‘Entrepreneurship for All’ mission.
Meet SCORE mentor Tony Wong
The Holly Springs sessions are being led by SCORE mentor Tony Wong, who brings experience and perspective to entrepreneurs looking for practical guidance.
Holly Schwab, a Launch
“Working with Tony Wong has been incredibly valuable as Zach’s Toy Chest continues to grow. He has helped me identify the most important challenges to focus on, break them into manageable steps, and develop solutions that fit my leadership style. Just as importantly, he’s challenged me to think differently by offering perspectives and ideas I hadn’t considered. The accountability he provides has kept me focused and moving forward, ensuring that our discussions lead to real progress rather than just good intentions. His mentorship has strengthened my confidence as a leader and is helping me guide Zach’s Toy Chest through this exciting period of growth. I’m truly grateful for his guidance, encouragement, and support.”
Who can sign up?
Anyone can sign up! The SCORE partnership is designed to make experienced business counseling more accessible to entrepreneurs and small business owners in the Holly Springs community.
What happens during a SCORE session?
There’s no complicated preparation required. All you need to do is show up on time and come ready to talk about your business, your questions, or the challenge you’re trying to solve.
When and where are the sessions?
The SCORE counseling sessions are currently being piloted with the goal of establishing a two-Mondays-a-month cadence. Sessions are in the evenings at Thrive Coworking. New sessions will open soon. Join our email list to receive an announcement when sessions open.
