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August 2007
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The topic of our next regular workshop is:
Start Your Own Business,
Buy a Business
or Franchise
Join us on Saturday, August 18, 2007 from 9:30am-12:30pm at Collier
County Public Library (at 650 Central Avenue in Naples)
where we will feature experienced entrepreneurs from each
of these three types of businesses to share their experiences
so that you can learn the pros and cons of each type.
or, cut and paste the following link into your browser:
http://www.scorenaples.org/workshop.pdf
To register for this workshop, visit our website at www.scorenaples.org and click on WORKSHOPS, and then on SIGN UP! or, call us at (239)430-0081.
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SCORE Naples creates a
new management team:
SCORE has recently reorganized to create a Board of Directors to further its
mission in Southwest Florida. Leading the Board is Gregory Nelson, Chairman,
with Directors of Education, Marketing & Fundraising, Human Resources,
and Client Counseling Services. The new structure will create improved communication
between the various teams as well as condone a better decision making environment.
Please welcome our new Board Members!
Gregory Nelson Chairman |
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 Lou
Laurent Director of Marketing & Fundraising |
 Bill
Maltarich Director of Human Resources |
 Chick
Heithaus Director of Client Counseling Services |
Jim
Babcock Director of Education
Great Deals
on Gently Used Office Furniture:
SCORE is helping its community partner Fifth Third Bank in selling a good sized
inventory of quality office furniture in the building adjacent to the SCORE office.
If you are interested in browsing the inventory, please contact the Naples SCORE
office at 430-0081. Delivery can be arranged. Sample pricing:
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Solid Cherrywood Desks $50-$100 (depending on condition);
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Chairs $20;
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Bookshelves $20(metal)-$35 (wood);
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File Cabinets $25(2-drawer metal), $50 (2-drawer wood), $50 (5-drawer metal);
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Tables ($20-$45);
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Chairs & Loveseats $20
Upcoming SBRN Function:
The Small Business Resource Network
(SBRN) is having a Lenders roundtable followed immediately
by an 'After Five' Networking function on August 16th. See
www.scorenaples.org/sbrnnews.pdf for details and registration
information.
About
the Small Business Resource Network (SBRN): SBRN started
in Jacksonville, FL as a resource
for small
businesses in need
of
assistance from
regulatory agencies, non-profits and for-fee professional service
providers. The network focuses on the core professions that
are a basic need of any small business. These professions include
banking
and finance, law, insurance, consulting and accounting. Additionally,
agency representatives from regulatory offices and relevant non-profits
are included to better serve our small business community. The
underlying mission is to provide a network of legitimate professionals
with verified certifications and ties to the local community
in order to help meet the needs of small businesses.
SCORE and the SBDC are participating together to help grow this professional network. If you are interested in joining the Southwest Florida chapter of SBRN, please contact Lorna Kibbey email at lkibbey@lkibbey.com or by phone at (239)225-4220. Visit the SBRN on the web at www.sbrn.org (be sure to select the Southwest Florida region once you get to the website). Regular networking functions are being held for members to get to know each other.
Small
Business Spotlight:
Your
Company Here
Interested in Spotlighting your
business here?
Contact your SCORE counselor for details!
This Month's Business Links on the Web:
Are you prepared for a Hurricane?: Make sure you
are prepared this season by downloading and reviewing the GulfShore
Business Hurricane Guide for Collier County at: www.scorenaples.org/library/hurricane%20guide.pdf
Do you have a website?: If so, are
you sure you own it? Learn why you may not at: www.naplesnews.com/news/2007/jul/22/buyer_beware_who_owns_your_web_site/
Privacy, Security and Compliance for SMBs:
Learn what you must do to comply with privacy laws and keeping your
client's information private and secure at: www.smallbusinesscomputing.com/biztools/article.php/3633886.
Free Tax Tips from Turbotax:
View a wide range of tax tips in a variety of topic areas at: http://turbotax.intuit.com/tax_help
Protect Yourself Against Identity Fraud:
Get a free annual copy of your credit report to monitor possible identity
fraud. Go to: https://www.annualcreditreport.com
Using a Technology Provider?:
Learn the 10 questions to ask before signing them up at: www.scorenaples.org/library/questions_to_ask_technology_provider.pdf
Do you have a Business Recovery Plan?:
Learn the 10 questions to ask before signing them up at: www.scorenaples.org/library/business
recovery plan.pdf
Past Newsletters: SCORE E-Newsletters by following
the links below:
Feb
2007 Mar
2007 Apr
2007 May
2007 June
2007 July
2007
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Are you looking for an opportunity to
give something back to the community? We are looking for a
few outstanding, talented men and women willing to share their business
knowledge and experience.
As a SCORE volunteer, you will join a congenial group of skilled business
professionals who volunteer a few days every month to counsel and help
small businesses succeed.
Why not get the facts and decide whether or not SCORE is for
you. Call 239-430-0081 or visit www.scorenaples.org/joinus.htm for
more information about helping small businesses succeed.
We have immediate needs for full-time resident volunteers to help us
with year-round counseling needs. Bi-lingual counselors needed to help
with programs geared towards the growing Hispanic population.
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This E-Newsletter has been Generously Sponsored by:
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great way to reach over 1900 individuals (and growing) for only $50
per month. Contact scoreweb@scorenaples.org to
sponsor our next E-Newsletter or visit www.scorenaples.org/sponsors.htm to
learn about other SCORE Sponsorship opportunities! We still
have some availability for the 2007 calendar year!
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