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Frequently Asked Questions

What does SCORE do?

  • Offers free counseling for start-up businesses
  • Mentors existing Companies with problems
  • Business Plan and Financial Forecasting assistance
  • Direct to proper Government agencies
  • E-Mail accessible
  • Training SEMINARS & WORKSHOPS

What does SCORE not do?

  • Lend Money
  • Actively participate in the business
  • Accept fees or gifts
  • Disclose confidential information
  • Have counselors as competitors
  • Give legal opinions
  • Give definitive accounting opinions
  • Give purchasing opinions
  • Recommend any single lending institution

Where do I call to contact a SCORE counselor?

         - Call 1-(337) 889-0214; Fax 1-(337) 889-0212

What's the SCORE Lafayette e-mail access?

 

What are the basic requirements for SCORE Membership?

  • Have management, administrative, business ownership or professional experience.
  • Knowledge of contemporary business practices
  • Ability to communicate with SCORE’s diverse client base
  • Commit to actively participate in Chapter committees, operations, national and chapter counselor training programs.
  • At least 100 hours annually including monthly meetings, counseling, trainings programs, attending SEMINARS & WORKSHOPS
  • Attend at least 50% of Chapter meetings
  • Have e-mail capability and be computer literate

What do I do if I have MORE questions?

 

 

 

 

Ask SCORE For Business Advice

Contact SCORE to get face-to-face counseling and advice.   Our counselors are experienced businessmen and women who look forward to helping you in any way we can.  All counseling is free and confidential.  What are you waiting for?

Volunteer Corner

Nationwide 11,000 men and women donate their time and expertise to assist America's entrepreneurs. Call our chapter office at (337) 889-0214 to request a volunteer application.