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Seeking Credit in a Tough Market: A Round-Up of Advice: With the turbulence in the financial markets and the resultant liquidity crunch, it's becoming harder for people and businesses to get credit. The Wall Street Journal recently reported that USAA Federal Savings Bank raised credit-score cutoffs and Citigroup is charging higher auto-loan rates for borrowers with less than perfect credit....; Tags: Jessica Stillman, Finance, Operational Accounting, Score, Wall Street Journal; Blog posts 2007-09-19
Pearson Steps Up Development of Online Education Network: Business Editors LONDON--BUSINESS WIRE--March 6, 2000 Pearson plc, the international media company, announced today a series of agreements that will accelerate the development of its online education network. Pearson and America Online, Inc., the world's leading interactive services company, have reached a preliminary agreement to...; Tags: Copernicus Pearson, Kaplan Inc., Pearson, Pearson Education Inc., SCORE; Research articles 2000-03-06
SCORE Helps Two Women Entrepreneurs Chart A Path To Success: Jennifer Finn and Nicki Stokosa both with backgrounds in fashion, buying and marketing, they went into business together and established a contemporary women's clothing boutique featuring an exceptional array of designer collections and intimate apparel. But before plunking down a significant amount of savings to get their business concept off...; Tags: Women, SCORE, Gender And Diversity, Entrepreneurship, Marketing Research, Human Resources, Management, Marketing; Case studies
Woman Entrepreneur Teams With SCORE To Bag A Successful Business: Every morning, Kristi decorated Madison's lunchbag with artwork and words of encouragement, jokes or fun facts. Other children and parents marveled at the creatively embellished bags, and began asking Kristi to make sets for them as well. Sensing that she had the makings of a successful small business. Over the...; Tags: Team, Production, Business, SCORE, Entrepreneurship, Team Management, Management; Case studies
SCORE Helps Inventor Bring Her "Lite Magic" To The Marketplace: Jo Rogers is a woman of many talents. She's an entrepreneur, having started her own bookkeeping and accounting practice, a world traveler, and an accomplished singer and dancer. Sensing she had a product that would be valuable anywhere, particularly with the elderly and those with limited dexterity, Jo acquired a...; Tags: Marketplace, SCORE, Jo Rogers, Entrepreneurship, Pricing, Marketing Research, Workforce Management, Financial Services, Management, Marketing, Human Resources; Case studies

SCORE Counselors In Mesa, AZ Help Deliver A New Baby E-Business: Beverly Rathjen knew that every Mom can use a little pampering after a hectic day. So whenever a friend or family member welcomed home a new arrival, she would prepare a basket full of small gifts and treats for both Mom and baby. When Beverly had her own son in...; Tags: Basket, Baby, E-business, SCORE, Internet, Web Technology, E-business/E-Commerce; Case studies
SCORE Helps Manicurist Groom A Successful Start-Up Business In Memphis, TN: Hanh began making plans to resume her career as a manicurist with her own salon. Though determined to do whatever was necessary to succeed, achieving her dream would not be easy. Along with adjusting to a new lifestyle and a new language, she also needed to learn the "American way"...; Tags: SCORE, Financial Statements, Professional Development, Financial Planning, Financial Accounting, Finance, Career; Case studies
Franchise Owners Find A Wealth Of Good Advice In Memphis, TN: Kwan Hakim can't help but chuckle sometimes when she sees a family member operating the cash register at her Memphis general merchandise store, Just A Buck. Kwan visited a bank to ask about loans and business start-up procedures. It was there that she learned about SCORE, a source of virtually...; Tags: Memphis, SCORE, Financial Services; Case studies
SCORE Helps Entrepreneur Find Green Pastures Of Success: Susan Ingram, owner of Johnny Walker Stables in Burlington, KY, knows horses. She wants her stable to provide a family friendly environment for all boarders, users and visitors. Susan's financial goals for the horse stable business are relatively modest - generate sufficient cash flow to pay for operating expenses, the...; Tags: Financial, Horse, SCORE, Susan, Mortgages, Entrepreneurship, Financial Accounting, Operational Accounting, Finance, Capital Structures, Management; Case studies
SCORE Helps Weight Loss Business Grow: Mauriann Patterson was unsure whether she wanted to start a weight loss business or not. But like many other prospective entrepreneurs, she didn't know how to get started or if the rewards would be worth the risks. At a friend's suggestion, Mauriann attended a seminar presented by Naples of Collier...; Tags: Seminar, Women, SCORE, Gender And Diversity, Entrepreneurship, Human Resources, Management; Case studies
SCORE Helps Entrepreneur Take His Camcorder Product Idea To New Heights: Experienced with videography, Morales had always enjoyed photographing his kids' soccer games. But he was also frustrated by the inability to go beyond ground-level angles. So, he thought, why not find an economical way to provide the proverbial "Bird's eye view?" That led to the development of the HI-POD, a...; Tags: Camcorder, SCORE, Marketing Research, Marketing; Case studies
SCORE Helps Pet Doc Through The Dog Days Of Starting A New Business: Veterinarian Jody Heekin was all gung-ho about starting her own practice. SCORE Counselor Fitz Corr subtly walked her through a reality check and pointed out the flaws in her plan. And he was right; Jody wasn't ready financially or emotionally to run a business. Had she kept going, it would...; Tags: Practice, SCORE; Case studies
Aspiring Entrepreneur Fortifies Franchise Agreement With Expert Advise From SCORE: Although he had never been in business for himself, David White was determined to someday be his own boss. David decided that purchasing a Heaven's Best Carpet Cleaning franchise offered the most promising opportunity for his skills and interests. While the franchiser would provide training and other assistance to get...; Tags: Agreement, SCORE; Case studies
SCORE Helps Experienced Entrepreneur Grab Hold Of A Great New Idea: Abbie Joan Sladick of Naples, Fla., has always been something of a trailblazer. Since launching her own business - Abbie Joan Enterprises, Inc. - in 1999, Abbie has broadened the market for her complete remodeling, design, and construction services from physicians' offices to high-end residential projects across Southwest Florida. But...; Tags: Entrepreneur, SCORE, Entrepreneurship, Construction, Management; Case studies
SCORE Helps Jewelry Designer Craft A Gem Of A Small Business: Working with beads and jewelry has been a lifelong passion for Mary O'Hare. For years, she sold beading supplies as well as her own creations at craft shows and on consignment at local boutiques. Other jewelry hobbyists sought out Mary for her quality products and expert assistance. Mary was really...; Tags: Small Business, Jewelry, SCORE, Real Estate, Financial Services, Business Operations; Case studies
SCORE Helps Family-Owned Business Go To The Dogs (And The Cats And The Birds): Lars Wulff rejoined his family's Mud Bay Granary in 1993 with the long-term goal of putting himself out of a job. Lars and Marisa discovered that running a business was fun, particularly because few other stores offered natural foods for dogs, cats and wild birds. They soon immersed themselves in...; Tags: Food, Store, SCORE, Food & Beverage, Manufacturing; Case studies
SCORE Counseling Helps Bring Reliable Relief To Harried Families: It was "One of those days" for Cincinnati pharmaceutical sales representative Julie Hagenmaier. Julie decided that the time had come to get help with her daily chores. That led to Julie's idea for My Girl Friday, a personal concierge service. To get her business off the ground, Julie contacted the...; Tags: SCORE, Sales Strategy, Sales Force Management, Sales; Case studies
Courier Business Picks Up New Business And Delivers Profits In Pompano Beach, FL: As an IBM executive specializing in world trade and domestic distribution, Michael Moyer never imagined that he would one day own a courier service. Michael stayed in Delray Beach and began working as a consultant to a courier service. Michael saw great potential for this type of business and pursued...; Tags: SCORE, Courier Service, Insurance, Financial Planning, Monitors & Displays, Business Operations, Corporate Insurance, Finance, Hardware, Components; Case studies
SCORE Helps Turn Mom's Spill Proof Kids' Tray Into Successful Business Enterprise: Mente Connery's five month old daughter kept throwing bananas from her highchair and smearing green peas in her hair. So she invented the simple but effective Clip-Away Feeding Tray, which attaches to the front edge of a highchair and helps prevent spills by holding a bottle, baby food and utensils...; Tags: SCORE, Mente Connery, Marketing Research, Marketing; Case studies
"Doing It Right" Pays Off For Entrepreneurial Brothers In Kenner, LA: Frustration. That's how Adonis Paz described his situation at a New Orleans area rent-to-own business. He had worked in the industry for six years, and was confident that he could be a manager for his company. But as hard as he tried, a promotion always seemed elusive. Though eager to...; Tags: Entrepreneurial, Brother, SCORE, Entrepreneurship, Management; Case studies