See how we have helped small businesses in our community
SCORE has produced numerous Success Stories. These are businesses that have been tracked over time and have succeeded due largely to SCORE mentor involvement. Let’s develop a mentoring relationship for you and your business and create another Success Story.
Browse through these SCORE mentoring success stories to learn more about the small businesses we've helped. Use the filters below to browse stories by business topic, entrepreneur type, business stage, or industry. Once you've learned how we've helped others, sign up for your mentor today.
Have you found success in your business with the help of a SCORE mentor? Submit your success story to share on SCORE.org. Your company may be profiled in SCORE national marketing and press that can reach millions of people. We're excited to spread the word about your story!
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Val J Collections
In only 1 year, not every entrepreneur goes from bare-bones startup to having her designs on the runway at Chicago Fashion Week, but Fox Valley Score client Valerie Johnson has... Read more
Studio Lane - SCORE Fox Valley Sucess Story
The Beginning: Stephani has worked as a hairstylist in several other shops but had always wanted to go on her own. She did not plan to open a salon, but when a space became... Read more
Unique Hair Styling Salon Opens In Plainfield, Illinois
SCORE support has been with me during the whole start up process. Read more
Boodle.com - SCORE Fox Valley Success Story
The Beginning: GoBoodle.com is a financial education company working with schools, libraries and businesses and produce financial education workshops based on the needs of our... Read more
Pristine Interprofessional Academy - SCORE Fox Valley Success Story
The Beginning: Kandra Sellers, RDH, BA is considered one of the most passionate and successful coaches any dental practice could partner with. With over 25 years in the dental... Read more
Bluetiful Design - SCORE Fox Valley Success Story
I’ve gained confidence in myself and grown my business. Our relationship strengthens each time we talk Read more
Riverwalk Adult Day Services - SCORE Fox Valley Success Story
The Beginning: Over 37 years ago Ecumenical Adult Day Care was established in Naperville to provide a social and stimulating environment for adults in need of daytime care under... Read more
My Story Blankets - SCORE Fox Valley Success Story
Jackson attended workshops at her local Microsoft Store and library. At local SCORE business roundtable events, she was able to meet various SCORE mentors and local business... Read more
From PhD to Genealogist
Richard, my mentor, has always believed in me. Even at moments of greatest difficulty, he always believed in my abilities, my capability to learn what I need, and my vision for... Read more
Creating Cozy Sanctuaries Anywhere
Reach objectives, plan for the future, launch the business. Read more
From Corporate to Startup
I needed some mentorship in marketing and sales. I did not really know where to start. Gary helped me tremendously by breaking down the process into smaller steps. He helped me... Read more