October 1, 2007

Welcome to the e-newsletter for the Cedar Rapids chapter of SCORE. This communication shares news and information of interest to our counselors and clients.

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Committee Updates

Fundraising Committee

The fundraising committee’s primary purpose is to raise funds in order to meet the needs of our local SCORE chapter. People who wish to start a new business do not know about SCORE and our mission. As a chapter we wish to increase our circle of influence within the Cedar Rapids area. Our mission is to provide professional guidance and information, accessible to all, to maximize the success of existing and emerging small business. The fundraising committee under Jerry Moore’s leadership is working to secure the required funding to accomplish our mission. We have exciting goals and major activities planned for the coming year.

Seminar Committee

The September seminar was very well attended. With additional marketing activities being planned for the November sessions, we hope this success will continue. One of the main things we are working towards is increased attendance at future seminars. Fellow counselors can help with this goal by promoting the seminars. Visit the website for more information regarding the seminars or to register for

“HOW TO REALLY START YOUR OWN BUSINESS” 2007-2008
Dates	Day	Location
Sep. 11, 18, 25	Tuesday	Kirkwood Campus (ITFS)* Section CBEN 135 TSP62
Nov. 13, 20, 27	Tuesday	KTOS ** Section CBEN 135 SPR07
Jan. 22, 29, Feb 5	Tuesday	Kirkwood Campus (ITFS)* Section CBEN 135 TSP70
March 4, 11, 18	Tuesday	Kirkwood Training & Services
May 6, 13, 20	Tuesday	Kirkwood Campus (ITFS)*
July 15, 22, 29	Tuesday	Kirkwood Training & Services
Sept. 10, 17, 24	Wednesday	Kirkwood Campus (ITFS)*
Nov. 4, 11, 18	Tuesday	Kirkwood Training & Services

Training Committee

The training committee under the direction of Co-chairs Kathy McArtor and Jim Burns is in the process of defining and revamping the training process and procedures. Some initiatives the committee is looking into include.

Training for all members to improve and update their skills.
Training members on the correct way to fill out and handle the procedure of a 641.
Creating a computer and hard copy of desk duty instructions.
Creating a desk duty log.
Developing a 10 minute member training role-play presentation to share at monthly meetings.

Speaker Committee

Duffy Schamberger and Jerry Moore spoke to the Metro North Rotary Club at the Elmcrest Country Club on September 20. This was the third speaking engagement for this dynamic duo, Jerry Moore is scheduled to speak at the Cedar Rapids West Rotary Club in November. He is a vibrant speaker always adding a bit of humor to the message. To arrange for a speaker presentation contact Steve West.

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Brought to you by the Cedar Rapids chapter of SCORE "Counselors to America's Small Business," a nonprofit association and resource partner with the U.S. Small Business Administration. SCORE is dedicated to entrepreneurship and the formation, growth and success of small businesses nationwide. Since 1964, SCORE has helped more than 7.5 million entrepreneurs.

SCORE® Ch. 227 c/o SBA, 2750 First Avenue NE, Ste. 350,
Cedar Rapids IA 52402-4831
(319) 362-6405 Ext. 2005