Twin Cities Success Stories
See how we have helped small businesses in our community
Twin Cities SCORE has produced numerous Success Stories. These are businesses that have been tracked over time and have succeeded due largely to SCORE mentor involvement. Let’s develop a mentoring relationship for you and your business and create another Success Story.
Renew MedSpa Success Story: From corporate career to thriving boutique med spa. SCORE mentorship and perseverance lead to fulfilling entrepreneurial journey.
Discover Gus Dean Coffee, a black-owned artisanal coffee roastery near the Twin Cities, MN. Enjoy fun, unique coffee experiences!
Expert in end-of-life care and advocacy. Navigating Elderhood offers personalized support for families. Discover compassionate care today.
Curly Girlz Candy: Crafting Sugar-Free Delights Since 2014. Explore our gourmet, keto-friendly treats and our journey from mom & pop to nationwide wholesaler.
“Both of us knew how to run QuickBooks, but man did we probably avoid some sharp curves because we had our SCORE mentor in our pocket to be able to say, 'Hey. We've done all of this. Can you double check it? Cool.
I have worked with my mentor to develop my business plan from scratch and I am in the stage of securing the financing to make it happen.
The value that SCORE offers is immeasurable. Not only in finding the resources you need, but having the support from people who have been in the business.
Experienced insurance agent & SCORE mentor in St. Cloud, helping startups & small businesses succeed. Learn from Darold's valuable insights.
Transforming lives after 50 with Cardiomelon: Elevate your physical and cognitive health. Get expert guidance from a speech-language pathologist. Discover more!
Elevate your fitness journey with NASM-certified trainer Megan, empowering women through personalized wellness at MPowHer Fit.
Transforming Ideas into Reality: We craft large 3D forms and molds with precision, leveraging technology and expertise. Discover innovation in foam, concrete, and fiberglass molding.
Bekkala Engineering: Midwest's OEM for Industrial Automation & Machinery. Solve manufacturing challenges with our expert team. Partner with us today!
Little Falls, MN's Allison White Insurance: Your local, trusted Medicare & family health insurance broker since 2018. Personalized guidance & at no cost to you
Franciscan Sisters: Serving the poor and spreading God's love for over a century. Learn about our ministries and path to sustainability by 2025.
Revolutionize firewood processing with Halverson's patented skid steer machine. From a small home operation to $5 million in sales in just five years. Discover the future of firewood production.
Arctic Compressor: Your source for high-pressure air compressors, spun-off from North Shore Compressor. Serving fire departments and more across the US.
Providing top-notch home health care services led by experienced RNs. Serving our community since overcoming startup challenges with SCORE's help.
Leading the nation in rustic furniture & more since 2003. Premium quality & diversity. 350+ local jobs created. SCORE client success story.
AD Greenroof: Transforming Urban Landscapes with Eco-Friendly Projects. Discover our GREENFORMATION™ program for sustainable maintenance.
Problem: Homeowners in Minnesota face the never-ending possibility of damage caused by weather conditions such as hail, heavy snow, tornadoes, high winds and torrential rains. The potential for weather-related damage is always present regardless of the season. Challenge: Finding a reliable contractor to work with when damage occurs is difficult and can result in a frustrating and costly experience for the homeowner. Solution: Provide home repair and renovation services based on the guiding principal of integrity. That’s what Blake Rothnem decided to do in 2005. The concept is simple but
We knew fashion and retailing, but little about business. We got car loans to finance our initial inventory. We also spent a lot of time finding and learning to trust our employees. With help, we became better at buying merchandise our customers want, and managing our inventory.
My wife Quixia (Choo-sha) and I are professional French horn players. I’m also a passionate home brewer, who discovered the wonderful complexity of Belgian beers and saw an opportunity to bring those unique flavors to Minnesota. That led to our second careers of starting a craft brewery in the authentic Belgian tradition.
How I Got Started After several decades in the corporate printing business, I knew a great deal about the operational side of the business: the printing equipment, the processes, project management and marketing and selling. When it came time to start my own business, I realized that I didn’t know enough to be confident in actually running a business. I had become dependent on corporate resources. I needed a crash course in setting up and running my own busines
Navigating Healthcare and Insurance with Confidence. CEO Hodan Guled consults SCORE mentor Rick Barkley for client management advice.
25 years ago, Ed Kaeding started Norhart, a unique company that builds and then leases high-quality, affordable homes. SCORE helped Ed with marketing and public relations.
Read about Kay Frasden's decision to become her own boss, and how SCORE provided free advice for her consignment furniture store.
Jill's success story: From mentorship to a $4B consulting empire. Discover how SCORE helped her thrive in business.
