SCORE Albuquerque
Free business mentoring for entrepreneurs in Central New Mexico.
About
SCORE Albuquerque provides free business counseling and workshops to entrepreneurs in Bernalillo, Sandoval, Torrance, and Valencia counties.
SCORE Albuquerque is a free mentoring and business counseling resource center that helps entrepreneurs throughout Bernalillo, Sandoval, Torrance, and Valencia counties. As a SCORE chapter, SCORE Albuquerque connects business owners with experienced, volunteer mentors who provide personalized guidance on critical business challenges including business planning, financial management, marketing strategy, and operations. SCORE mentors are retired and active business professionals with real-world expertise across diverse industries. In addition to one-on-one mentoring sessions, SCORE Albuquerque offers educational workshops covering topics like startup fundamentals, accounting basics, digital marketing, and business growth strategies. The center serves aspiring entrepreneurs, established business owners looking to scale, and anyone seeking to improve their business skills. All services are completely free, making SCORE Albuquerque an accessible resource for small business development regardless of your budget. Whether you're in the planning stages of launching your first business, facing operational challenges, or seeking to expand your existing company, SCORE Albuquerque provides confidential, expert guidance to help you succeed.
Services Offered
Program Type
SCORE Chapter (SBA Mentoring Resource)
Cost
Free
Services
Free one-on-one mentoring, business plan assistance, financial guidance, marketing strategy, business workshops and training, startup counseling
Best For
Startup founders, small business owners seeking growth, entrepreneurs needing expert guidance, first-time business owners, business owners facing specific challenges
Focus Areas
Frequently Asked Questions
What services does SCORE Albuquerque provide?
SCORE Albuquerque offers free one-on-one business mentoring with experienced volunteer mentors, business plan development and review, financial planning assistance, marketing strategy guidance, and regularly scheduled educational workshops. Mentors help entrepreneurs with startup planning, business structure decisions, cash flow management, customer acquisition, pricing strategies, and operational improvements. The center also provides resources and referrals to additional business services.
Is SCORE Albuquerque free to use?
Yes, all SCORE Albuquerque services are completely free. This includes one-on-one mentoring sessions, business counseling, workshop attendance, and resource materials. SCORE is a resource partner of the Small Business Administration (SBA), and its mission is to provide free mentoring and low-cost workshops to help small businesses succeed.
Who can use SCORE Albuquerque?
SCORE Albuquerque serves entrepreneurs and business owners of all experience levels in Bernalillo, Sandoval, Torrance, and Valencia counties. This includes aspiring business owners in the planning stage, newly launched startups, established small business owners seeking growth or facing challenges, and anyone interested in improving their business knowledge and skills. There are no income requirements or business size restrictions.
How do I get started with SCORE Albuquerque?
To access SCORE Albuquerque services, visit their website or contact the center directly by phone or email. You'll complete a brief intake form describing your business needs and background. A staff member will match you with an appropriate mentor based on your industry and specific business challenges. You can then schedule mentoring sessions at times that work for your schedule. Workshops are typically open to anyone and can be attended by registering in advance.
Last updated: February 28, 2026