My Cincy Small Business Story
Did you know twice as many small businesses survive past five years when they have support from a mentor? My Cincy Small Business Story is brought to you by the volunteer mentors of SCORE Greater Cincinnati, a non-profit organization that helps launch hundreds of new, small businesses--and even more jobs--in Cincinnati, Northern Kentucky and Indiana every year. Our vision is to give every person the support they need to thrive as a small business owner. Visit https://www.score.org/greatercincinnati to request a free business mentor or share your own expertise. You can also listen and subscribe for more stories about overcoming challenges, clearing obstacles and owning a successful small business.
Episodes
Wednesday, September 17, 2025
9:00 AM – 3:30 PM (Registration begins 8:30 AM)
Matthew 25: Ministries 11060 Kenwood Rd, Blue Ash, OH 45242
SMART STRATEGIES for changing times
CONFLUENCE™ 2025 is a day filled with expert-led sessions, practical takeaways, speed business mentoring, and valuable networking opportunities designed to help you propel your business forward.
finance • marketing • AI • hiring • res...
Confluenc 2025
SMART STRATEGIES for changing times
Confluence™ 2025 is a day filled with expert-led sessions, practical takeaways, speed business mentoring, and valuable networking opportunities designed to help you propel your business forward.Gain strategies and insights needed to navigate uncertainty and future-proof your business!
https://www.score.org/greaterci...
Working with SCORE mentors, Lindsay Skipper has learned how to juggle marketing, bookings, performing and all the other aspects of her business with being a homeschool mom and a wife. On this episode of My Cincy Small Business Story, she is joined by her SCORE support squad to talk about her business, Elegant Violin, which was named 2025 SCORE Greater Cincinnati Client of the Year in the Startup category!
Like many entrepreneurs, Jasmine Ruff started her business with a side-hustle and a great vision. Oh, and a lot of glitter! With mentorship through MORTAR and SCORE, she developed her knack for event planning into a viable venue and event planning company.
As an architect, Sara Aschliman recognized the need for a "third space" in her community. The founder of Wyoming Community Coffee is on My Cincy Small Business Story to talk about brewing business and branching out as a roaster and wholesaler.
Bret Scheider is the owner of a unique Cincinnati-based business that got off the ground with the help of SCORE mentors. Bret reflects on how the idea took root and is now spreading into new markets as a franchise opportunity.
Inspiration struck when Tierra was an electrical engineer on her own wellness journey. It was during that time she uncovered the need for holistic wellness consulting for corporate workplaces. Listen how she became an entrepreneur and launched Tii Fit Wellness with guidance from the MORTAR program and a dedicated SCORE mentor who has become like family.
Simple steps can protect small businesses from cybercriminals! Dave Hatter is Cincinnati's own cyber security expert. From the pages of the The Wall Street Journal to the stage of the upcoming event, SCORE Confluence: Shine Online, Dave's sought-after insight is helping small business owners stay a step ahead of the crooks. Listen to this episode for interesting anecdotes and easy-to-implement practices to protect your small busine...
Craftswoman, metalsmith and businesswoman Dawn Grady has cornered the market of women who want to own the room. Her bold, handcrafted statement necklaces, cocktail rings and other pieces are coveted by collectors. The MORTAR program, supported with SCORE mentorship, has helped Dawn secure a physical storefront and envision a scalable future for Junebug Jewelry Designs.
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