Nita was inspired to build her own painting business after 20 years of painting professionally for other companies. She learned about SCORE through her local Chamber of Commerce and was connected with a certified SCORE mentor who helped with planning, entity establishment, budgeting and marketing. According to Nita, "SCORE has been the foundation and vessel for the success of my business." Her SCORE mentor played a crucial role in helping her navigate challenges, from adapting to change during the pandemic to managing a rapidly growing customer base. ➡ Find your SCORE mentor and discover resources that will guide you on your own business journey: score.org/vermont/local-mentors 📷 Nita Kirk, SCORE client and Owner of K & K Painting and More. #BlackHistoryMonth #BlackOwnedBusiness #WomenOwnedBusiness #BlackEntrepreneur #FemaleEntrepreneur