https://www.score.org/stlouis Ray Edwards from Service Corps of Retired Executives talks about the mentoring and services provided by SCORE

SCORE: Mentoring Services for Startups and Businesses

Mary Scott and Ray Edwards discussed the Service Corps of Retired Executives (SCORE), a 50-year-old organization that offers mentoring services to startups and established businesses. Ray emphasized that SCORE volunteers are actively engaged in the business community and offer expertise in various fields, including manufacturing, marketing, sales, production, supply chain, accounting, and human resources. He also clarified that SCORE volunteers are not just retired executives, but also those who are still working and engaged in the entrepreneurial community.

SCORE Services and Startup Resources

Ray from SCORE discussed the organization's services, which include a robust website, workshops, and one-on-one mentoring. He emphasized that SCORE serves clients at their point of need, whether they are beginners or have advanced business knowledge. Ray also highlighted that SCORE has helped create hundreds of jobs in the St. Louis community. Mary from Business Riff recommended SCORE as a valuable resource for startups and encouraged them to contact SCORE for assistance. Ray agreed to share the Startup Resources Guide with the SCORE members and expressed interest in attending Pitch STL.