SCORE, the nation’s largest network of free, expert business mentors, is a nonprofit association dedicated to entrepreneur education and the formation, growth and success of small business nationwide. Because our work is supported by the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), and thanks to our network of volunteers, we are able to deliver our services at no charge or at very low cost. We provide: -Volunteer mentors who share their expertise across 62 industries -Free, confidential business counseling in person or via email -Free business tools, templates and tips online -Inexpensive or free business workshops (locally) and webinars (online 24/7) The North Cook and Lake Counties Chapter of SCORE is one over 230 chapters Nationwide. Our volunteers’ backgrounds cover a wide range of business expertise, and all are dedicated to the success of their clients. We work with entrepreneurs and small business owners in every stage of business: “For the Life of Your Business."