“The SCORE Association (Service Corps of Retired Executives) is a nonprofit association dedicated to entrepreneur education and the formation, growth and success of small business nationwide. SCORE is a resource partner with the U.S. Small Business Administration. (SBA)” (from the SCORE web site)

            “SCORE has 389 chapters in locations throughout the United States and its territories, with 10,500 volunteers nationwide. Local chapters provide free counseling and low-cost workshops in their communities. Both working and retired executives and business owners donate their time and expertise as business counselors. SCORE was founded in 1964.” (also from the SCORE site)

            Dr. Rowen is a volunteer with Austin Chapter 249. The experience has been a tremendous opportunity to learn about small business concerns and operations. The issues aren’t significantly different from his previous industrial experience. However, the solutions tend to reflect the limited resources of a start-up.

            One of the duties that Dr. Rowen has is to coordinate and “chair” a monthly workshop for teaching the Start Up Essentials. This workshop runs all day and covers a wide variety of topics important to persons considering starting their own business.

            Small is a relative term. Most start-ups are only a couple of founders and an employee or two. The definition of small can actually run into $Millions of revenue and 100’s of employees.

            If you are a start-up or a small business looking to expand, Piquero Insights, Inc. whole-heartedly suggests you check with a local SCORE office.

            As an information resource and a sounding board of experienced business people, you can’t beat the opportunity or convenience.