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SUMMARY:Virtual Training: Learn The Basics of Google Ads
DESCRIPTION:Date/Time: \nJanuary 29th\, 2021\nStart Time: 2:00 pm\nEnd Time: 3:00 pm \n\n\nDESCRIPTION \nIn this workshop you will learn how to reach more customers and grow your business with Google Ads. \nIN THIS SESSION\, WE’LL SHOW YOU HOW TO\nHow to create an account and set up an ad campaign\nHow to write great ads\, refine keywords\, and include ad extensions\nHow to measure success \nPresenter: Maria Elena Duron\, Grow With Google Professional Trainer \nWorkshop is provided by REI Women’s Business Center. \nFunded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. WBC and 7j programs and services are provided on a nondiscriminatory basis. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities and language assistance services for clients with limited English proficiency will be provided if requested at least two weeks in advance. Contact Lori Smith\, WBC Assistant at PO Box 1335\, Durant\, OK 74702 or call 800-658-2823
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/virtual-training-learn-the-basics-of-google-ads
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Free,REI WBC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210202T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210202T103000
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SUMMARY:Virtual Training: Business Basics: Financial Management
DESCRIPTION:Date/Time: \nFebruary 2nd\, 2021\nStart Time: 8:30 am\nEnd Time: 10:30 am \n\n\nCreating a sound financial foundation is essential to the longevity of a business.  Discover what your balance sheet\, income statement\, and cash flow really mean. This Financial Management workshop will take the mystery out of creating a budget\, setting up a financial dashboard\, and will show you how to set up a healthy financial system.  Both new and existing small business owners will benefit from this workshop. \nSpeakers from Francis Tuttle Launch Pad\, Moore Norman Technology Center\, Better Business Bureau of Central Oklahoma\, OKSBDC and REI Women’s Business Center. \nPartners: Francis Tuttle Launch Pad\, Moore Norman Technology Center\, Better Business Bureau of Central Oklahoma\, OKSBDC and REI Women’s Business Center. \nFunded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. WBC and 7j programs and services are provided on a nondiscriminatory basis. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities and language assistance services for clients with limited English proficiency will be provided if requested at least two weeks in advance. Contact Lori Smith\, WBC Assistant at PO Box 1335\, Durant\, OK 74702 or call 800-658-2823.
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/virtual-training-business-basics-financial-management
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Free,REI WBC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210202T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210202T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T144000
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SUMMARY:Etsy Entrepreneurship
DESCRIPTION:About The Course\nThe IDRS Acorn Project and participating partners are hosting a series of free live online courses for artists and craftsmen who are interested in learning how to sell their goods through the world’s largest marketplace for handcrafted items. \nThe Etsy Craft Entrepreneurship class will help artists and craftsmen launch their own shops on Etsy to create pathways for supplemental income. Participants will learn the fundamentals of starting an online business and learn how to sell their products to new markets which is often a challenge for rural entrepreneurs. The course covers topics such as marketing\, branding\, pricing\, product photography and the technical process of opening an Etsy store. \nThe live virtual Etsy class takes place over four 2-hour sessions for a total of 8 hours of instruction. As a participant in the class\, you will receive a workbook that contains worksheets to help you gather and organize the information you will need to properly set up your store and create an effective marketing strategy. You will also receive access to a recording walking you step-by-step through the technical aspects of opening an e-commerce account on Etsy. \nThe next course will take place at the following times and dates.\n11:00 – 1:00 PT | 12:00 – 2:00 MT | 1:00 – 3:00 CT | 2:00 – 4:00 ET \nTuesday\, February 2nd\nWednesday\, February 3rd\nThursday\, February 4th\nFriday\, February 5th \nDue to the high demand for this free course\, space is limited and only 40 participants will be accepted.  Please Click Here if you would like to apply for the Etsy Craft Entrepreneurship course.   You will be notified of your acceptance by Friday\, January 29th. \nAbout the Instructor\n  \n \nThe course is taught by award-winning Cherokee artist\, MaryBeth Timothy.  MaryBeth and her husband operate MoonHawk Art LLC\, an art business located in Muskogee\, Oklahoma which specializes in Native American and wildlife art. \nMaryBeth creates new original art and offers her and her husband’s images on a variety of items\, such as ceramic decorative tiles\, coffee mugs\,  cuff bracelets and t-shirts.  While MaryBeth primarily sells through venues such as gift shops\, art markets\, and powwows\, she has been able to expand and reach a worldwide market through her MoonHawkArt Esty store. \n \nParticipating Partners
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/etsy-entrepreneurship
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Free,Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210203T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210203T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T144000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20210120T162135Z
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SUMMARY:Etsy Entrepreneurship
DESCRIPTION:About The Course\nThe IDRS Acorn Project and participating partners are hosting a series of free live online courses for artists and craftsmen who are interested in learning how to sell their goods through the world’s largest marketplace for handcrafted items. \nThe Etsy Craft Entrepreneurship class will help artists and craftsmen launch their own shops on Etsy to create pathways for supplemental income. Participants will learn the fundamentals of starting an online business and learn how to sell their products to new markets which is often a challenge for rural entrepreneurs. The course covers topics such as marketing\, branding\, pricing\, product photography and the technical process of opening an Etsy store. \nThe live virtual Etsy class takes place over four 2-hour sessions for a total of 8 hours of instruction. As a participant in the class\, you will receive a workbook that contains worksheets to help you gather and organize the information you will need to properly set up your store and create an effective marketing strategy. You will also receive access to a recording walking you step-by-step through the technical aspects of opening an e-commerce account on Etsy. \nThe next course will take place at the following times and dates.\n11:00 – 1:00 PT | 12:00 – 2:00 MT | 1:00 – 3:00 CT | 2:00 – 4:00 ET \nTuesday\, February 2nd\nWednesday\, February 3rd\nThursday\, February 4th\nFriday\, February 5th \nDue to the high demand for this free course\, space is limited and only 40 participants will be accepted.  Please Click Here if you would like to apply for the Etsy Craft Entrepreneurship course.   You will be notified of your acceptance by Friday\, January 29th. \nAbout the Instructor\n  \n \nThe course is taught by award-winning Cherokee artist\, MaryBeth Timothy.  MaryBeth and her husband operate MoonHawk Art LLC\, an art business located in Muskogee\, Oklahoma which specializes in Native American and wildlife art. \nMaryBeth creates new original art and offers her and her husband’s images on a variety of items\, such as ceramic decorative tiles\, coffee mugs\,  cuff bracelets and t-shirts.  While MaryBeth primarily sells through venues such as gift shops\, art markets\, and powwows\, she has been able to expand and reach a worldwide market through her MoonHawkArt Esty store. \n \nParticipating Partners
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/etsy-entrepreneurship-2
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Free,Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210203T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210203T150000
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SUMMARY:Native AG Producer | Taxes and Finance Toolkit Series
DESCRIPTION:  \nAs tax season approaches do you want to learn more about how Native agriculture producers can prepare and complete forms like the Schedule F? \nJoin this series of webinars to learn how to be well prepared for lender meetings\, thus cultivating a positive borrower relationship. We will cover preparing a balance sheet to convey your financial position; understanding the Sch. F tax form to share farm profitability; and telling your story to your lender\, preparing a cash flow plan and other business planning tools. \n  \nTopic: Balance Sheets – \nSpeakers: Denny Everson and Pauline Van Nurden\nWatch Here  \n  \nDate: February 3rd 2pm CT \nTopic: Taxes – Schedule F \nSpeakers: Rob Holcombe \n  \nDate: February 10th 2pm CT \nTopic: Telling my story to a lender & modeling cashflow \nSpeakers: Denny Everson and Pauline Van Nurden \nHosted by the Mvskoke Fund\nDelivered by the University of Minnesota’s Center for Farm Financial Management\nPartners include Native360 Loan Fund\nSponsored by the Native American Agriculture Fund \n  \nYou can join for all three events here!
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/native-ag-producer-taxes-and-finance-toolkit-series
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Free
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210204T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210204T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T144000
CREATED:20210120T162314Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210120T162314Z
UID:2162-1612443600-1612450800@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:Etsy Entrepreneurship
DESCRIPTION:About The Course\nThe IDRS Acorn Project and participating partners are hosting a series of free live online courses for artists and craftsmen who are interested in learning how to sell their goods through the world’s largest marketplace for handcrafted items. \nThe Etsy Craft Entrepreneurship class will help artists and craftsmen launch their own shops on Etsy to create pathways for supplemental income. Participants will learn the fundamentals of starting an online business and learn how to sell their products to new markets which is often a challenge for rural entrepreneurs. The course covers topics such as marketing\, branding\, pricing\, product photography and the technical process of opening an Etsy store. \nThe live virtual Etsy class takes place over four 2-hour sessions for a total of 8 hours of instruction. As a participant in the class\, you will receive a workbook that contains worksheets to help you gather and organize the information you will need to properly set up your store and create an effective marketing strategy. You will also receive access to a recording walking you step-by-step through the technical aspects of opening an e-commerce account on Etsy. \nThe next course will take place at the following times and dates.\n11:00 – 1:00 PT | 12:00 – 2:00 MT | 1:00 – 3:00 CT | 2:00 – 4:00 ET \nTuesday\, February 2nd\nWednesday\, February 3rd\nThursday\, February 4th\nFriday\, February 5th \nDue to the high demand for this free course\, space is limited and only 40 participants will be accepted.  Please Click Here if you would like to apply for the Etsy Craft Entrepreneurship course.   You will be notified of your acceptance by Friday\, January 29th. \nAbout the Instructor\n  \n \nThe course is taught by award-winning Cherokee artist\, MaryBeth Timothy.  MaryBeth and her husband operate MoonHawk Art LLC\, an art business located in Muskogee\, Oklahoma which specializes in Native American and wildlife art. \nMaryBeth creates new original art and offers her and her husband’s images on a variety of items\, such as ceramic decorative tiles\, coffee mugs\,  cuff bracelets and t-shirts.  While MaryBeth primarily sells through venues such as gift shops\, art markets\, and powwows\, she has been able to expand and reach a worldwide market through her MoonHawkArt Esty store. \n \nParticipating Partners
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/etsy-entrepreneurship-3
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Free,Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210205T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210205T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T144000
CREATED:20210113T191205Z
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SUMMARY:STARTING A MEDICAL PRACTICE
DESCRIPTION:Topic: Start-up Assistance\n\nStarting your own medical practice is an exciting and sometimes daunting opportunity. New practitioners (Physicians and Nurse Practitioners) often have excellent medical training without any background or training in setting up or running a practice. For your medical business to be successful\, you need a clear and detailed plan at the outset to keep things moving on schedule. This workshop will help you outline a start-up timeline\, actionable steps for starting your practice and resources from an experienced practitioner. You will also be introduced to a team of professionals who will continue to work with you as your open your practice doors – whether it is a traditional\, direct care or concierge practice. \nSpeaker(s): This event will be facilitated by Dana Hugle\, Oklahoma SBDC Business Development Specialist and will feature medical professionals as guest speakers.
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/starting-a-medical-practice
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Free,Oklahoma Small Business Development Centers
ORGANIZER;CN="Oklahoma Small Business Development Centers":MAILTO:INFO@OKSBDC.COM
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210205T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210205T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T144000
CREATED:20210120T162451Z
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SUMMARY:Etsy Entrepreneurship
DESCRIPTION:  \nAbout The Course\nThe IDRS Acorn Project and participating partners are hosting a series of free live online courses for artists and craftsmen who are interested in learning how to sell their goods through the world’s largest marketplace for handcrafted items. \nThe Etsy Craft Entrepreneurship class will help artists and craftsmen launch their own shops on Etsy to create pathways for supplemental income. Participants will learn the fundamentals of starting an online business and learn how to sell their products to new markets which is often a challenge for rural entrepreneurs. The course covers topics such as marketing\, branding\, pricing\, product photography and the technical process of opening an Etsy store. \nThe live virtual Etsy class takes place over four 2-hour sessions for a total of 8 hours of instruction. As a participant in the class\, you will receive a workbook that contains worksheets to help you gather and organize the information you will need to properly set up your store and create an effective marketing strategy. You will also receive access to a recording walking you step-by-step through the technical aspects of opening an e-commerce account on Etsy. \nThe next course will take place at the following times and dates.\n11:00 – 1:00 PT | 12:00 – 2:00 MT | 1:00 – 3:00 CT | 2:00 – 4:00 ET \nTuesday\, February 2nd\nWednesday\, February 3rd\nThursday\, February 4th\nFriday\, February 5th \nDue to the high demand for this free course\, space is limited and only 40 participants will be accepted.  Please Click Here if you would like to apply for the Etsy Craft Entrepreneurship course.   You will be notified of your acceptance by Friday\, January 29th. \nCourse Agenda\n \nAbout the Instructor\n  \n \nThe course is taught by award-winning Cherokee artist\, MaryBeth Timothy.  MaryBeth and her husband operate MoonHawk Art LLC\, an art business located in Muskogee\, Oklahoma which specializes in Native American and wildlife art. \nMaryBeth creates new original art and offers her and her husband’s images on a variety of items\, such as ceramic decorative tiles\, coffee mugs\,  cuff bracelets and t-shirts.  While MaryBeth primarily sells through venues such as gift shops\, art markets\, and powwows\, she has been able to expand and reach a worldwide market through her MoonHawkArt Esty store. \n \nParticipating Partners
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/etsy-entrepreneurship-4
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Free,Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210208T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210208T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T144000
CREATED:20210208T191738Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210208T191738Z
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SUMMARY:What the Most Successful Businesses Are Doing in 2021 - Trends You’ll Want to Jump on Now
DESCRIPTION:Wondering what’s next for your business in 2021? \nJoin us for a conversation with Rieva Levonsky\, CEO of GrowBiz Media and SmallBizDaily\, Ross Herosian\, Founder and CEO of Tricycle Creative\, and Blake Clark\, Global Vice President of Software Advice\, about continuing patterns\, new small business trends and the biggest changes that will impact your business this year. \nYou’ll discover: \n\nHow small and midsize businesses adapted and survived in 2020 (and what you can emulate)\nPatterns from 2020 that persist in 2021 and what’s changed about them\nWhat customers are expecting this year\nWhere digital commerce and contactless experiences are headed and what to do about it\nNew trends to watch out for now\, in the latter half of 2021\, and beyond\n\nPresented by: Rieva Lesonsky\n\n\nRieva Lesonsky is president and CEO of GrowBiz Media\, a custom content and media company focusing on small business and entrepreneurship\, and the blog SmallBizDaily.com. \nShe’s a nationally-known speaker\, best-selling author\, and authority on entrepreneurship and has covered the industry for more than 30 years. Prior to starting GrowBiz Media\, she was the long-time Editorial Director of Entrepreneur magazine. \nPresented by: Ross Herosian\n\n\nRoss Herosian is the Founder and CEO of Tricycle Creative. Tricycle Creative is a marketing agency that provides digital marketing solutions to creative business owners. Their flagship program\, the Roadmap Sessions\, gives businesses a plan for their marketing\, content\, and communications so they know how to spend their time\, money\, and resources. \nOver the course of his career\, Ross has been a radio DJ\, a collegiate recruiter\, a video producer\, a content creator\, a social media manager\, an event marketer\, and even ran an arts non-profit. \nPresented by: Blake Clark\n\nBlake Clark is the Group Vice President of Software Advice\, a company that helps businesses navigate the software buying journey. Blake has more than 15 years of experience managing eCommerce businesses\, leading product strategy\, and customer experience across a diverse range of industries including gaming and hospitality. \nAt Software Advice\, he leads the company’s strategic vision and oversees day-to-day operations. In addition to running a 250+ person team\, he is a proud father to five kids.
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/what-the-most-successful-businesses-are-doing-in-2021-trends-youll-want-to-jump-on-now
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Free,SCORE
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210208T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210208T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T144000
CREATED:20210114T203946Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210114T203946Z
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SUMMARY:Get Your Local Business on Google Search and Maps
DESCRIPTION:Date/Time: \nFebruary 8th\, 2021\nStart Time: 2:00 pm\nEnd Time: 3:00 pm \n\n\nLearn about Google My Business\, a free tool for local businesses who want to connect with customers on Google Search and Maps. Get hands-on help creating or updating your business profile or a simple website. \n\nIn this workshop we’ll discuss best practices for:\nCreate or claim your Business Profile on Google\nManage your business info across Google Search and Maps\nUse Google My Business to connect with  potential customers\nCreate a free website using the info from your Business Profile\n\nPresenter: Maria Elena Duron\, Grow With Google Professional Trainer \nWorkshop provided by REI Women’s Business Center \nFunded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. WBC and 7j programs and services are provided on a nondiscriminatory basis. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities and language assistance services for clients with limited English proficiency will be provided if requested at least two weeks in advance. Contact Lori Smith\, WBC Assistant at PO Box 1335\, Durant\, OK 74702 or call 800-658-2823. \n\n\n\nPrice: $0.00
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/get-your-local-business-on-google-search-and-maps-2
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Free,REI WBC
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210209T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210209T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T144000
CREATED:20210114T210356Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210114T210356Z
UID:2137-1612872000-1612875600@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:How Packaging Can Build Your Brand\, Reduce Damages and Waste\, and Even Save Money
DESCRIPTION:Increased online shopping during the pandemic means consumers are being flooded with more packages than ever. Packaging can make your shipments stand out from those of other businesses and products\, while helping reduce damages and save money. \nIn this session\, Kim Dixon\, FedEx Office Executive Vice President & Chief Operating Officer\, will discuss key packaging considerations for small-business shippers and share how optimizing your packaging can increase customers’ satisfaction and even reduce waste and cost. \nYou’ll learn about: \n\nPackaging Basics for brand new shippers to save money in the long run\nCustom-branded boxes and other packaging options to market your business\nHow to understand and calculate dimensional weight to decrease estimated shipping costs\nHow to utilize the experts at the FedEx Packaging Lab for package\, freight and material testing to ensure better protection for your shipments and help reduce customer damage claims\n\n\nPresented by Kim Dixon\n \n\nAs Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of FedEx Office\, Kim Dixon leads a network of 2\,100 digitally connected retail stores and customer locations\, and 19 centralized print production facilities. Nearly 200\,000 customers turn to these locations every day for expert print capabilities\, customized packing and shipping\, and same-day delivery\, making it a one-stop shop for small-business owners.\n\nUnder Dixon’s leadership\, FedEx Office team members take great pride in understanding each customer’s needs\, developing innovative solutions and delivering world-class service that bring their visions to life\, watching start-ups grow into thriving businesses.\n\nSponsored by
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/how-packaging-can-build-your-brand-reduce-damages-and-waste-and-even-save-money
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Free,SCORE
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210210T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210210T113000
DTSTAMP:20260404T144000
CREATED:20210129T205827Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210129T205827Z
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SUMMARY:Virtual Training: Excel ~ Introduction to Formulas & Functions
DESCRIPTION:Date/Time: \nFebruary 10th\, 2021\nStart Time: 10:00 am\nEnd Time: 11:30 am \n\n\nThis session covers the basics of functions and formulas in Excel.  Participants will learn the keys to error-free formula entry\, how to edit a worksheet\, how to use functions like Sum and Average\, and working with Autoformat and Autocomplete. The presenter will also include tips for efficiently creating large sheets using the Autofill and Autosum features of Excel. \nWe’ll have plenty of time for Q&A with the presenter at the end of the session! \nPresenter: Chris Hennes\, Pioneer Library System \nWorkshop provided by Pioneer Library System and REI Women’s Business Center. \nFunded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. WBC and 7j programs and services are provided on a nondiscriminatory basis. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities and language assistance services for clients with limited English proficiency will be provided if requested at least two weeks in advance. Contact Lori Smith\, WBC Assistant at PO Box 1335\, Durant\, OK 74702 or call 800-658-2823.
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/virtual-training-excel-introduction-to-formulas-functions-2
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Free,REI WBC
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210210T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210210T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T144000
CREATED:20210129T220846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210129T220846Z
UID:2227-1612965600-1612969200@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:Native AG Producer Taxes and Finance Toolkit
DESCRIPTION:As tax season approaches do you want to learn more about how Native agriculture producers can prepare and complete forms like the Schedule F? \nJoin this series of webinars to learn how to be well prepared for lender meetings\, thus cultivating a positive borrower relationship. We will cover preparing a balance sheet to convey your financial position; understanding the Sch. F tax form to share farm profitability; and telling your story to your lender\, preparing a cash flow plan and other business planning tools. \n  \nTopic: Balance Sheets – \nSpeakers: Denny Everson and Pauline Van Nurden\nWatch Here  \n  \nDate: February 3rd 2pm CT \nTopic: Taxes – Schedule F \nSpeakers: Rob Holcombe \n  \nDate: February 10th 2pm CT \nTopic: Telling my story to a lender & modeling cashflow \nSpeakers: Denny Everson and Pauline Van Nurden \nHosted by the Mvskoke Fund\nDelivered by the University of Minnesota’s Center for Farm Financial Management\nPartners include Native360 Loan Fund\nSponsored by the Native American Agriculture Fund \n  \nYou can join for all three events here!
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/native-ag-producer-taxes-and-finance-toolkit
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Free
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210211T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210211T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T144000
CREATED:20210120T163842Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210120T163842Z
UID:2170-1613048400-1613052000@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:The Essentials of Great Product Photography
DESCRIPTION:Great product photography is essential for any artist or craftsman who needs to showcase their work through photos. Learning to take great photos helps build trust in your products by giving consumers a true representation of your work.  Whether it’s to build your artist portfolio or sell your work online\, you’ll benefit from expert product photography tips taught by Native photographer\, Roxanne Best. \nThe Photography Workshop will take place over two 2-hour sessions.  The first session will be on Thursday\, February 11th at 11:00 am Pacific / 12:00 pm Mountain / 1:00 pm Central.  There will be a session at the same time on Friday\, February 12th.  The workshop is free and open all entrepreneurs. \nThis workshop will be delivered online utilizing the Zoom platform. The workshop can be taken on computers and smartphones. \nThis workshop is being funded in part by the USDA Rural Development\, the Small Business Administration\, and the California Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development.
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/the-essentials-of-great-product-photography
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Free,IDRS Acorn Project
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210212T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210212T113000
DTSTAMP:20260404T144000
CREATED:20210113T160441Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210113T160441Z
UID:2086-1613125800-1613129400@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:BUSINESS START UP WORKSHOP
DESCRIPTION:Topic: Start-up Assistance\n\nPlease join us as we review 13 questions to consider when starting a business. SBDC Advisors will discuss business start up walkthrough and business planning. Attendees will walk away with a business plan outline and handouts. \nSpeaker(s): Dana Hugle & Henry Lehr \nCo-Sponsor(s): KTC \nReasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Language assistance services are available for limited English proficient individuals with appropriate advance notice. Please contact OKSBDC Training Manager Cindy Ruminer by email at cindy.ruminer@oksbdc.org or call 580-745-2877. \n\n  \nFee: No Cost
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/business-start-up-workshop-11
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Free,Oklahoma Small Business Development Centers
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210217T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210217T180000
DTSTAMP:20260404T144000
CREATED:20210129T214238Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210129T214238Z
UID:2209-1613581200-1613584800@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:Discovering the Tools for Creating a Successful Business
DESCRIPTION:Entrepreneurs are truly a special breed! It takes a specific set of skills and characteristics to be successful in entrepreneurial ventures. In this fun\, dynamic\, and interactive session being presented by Camille Koster\, you’ll learn: \n\n\nThe secret success factors of the entrepreneurial mindset used by the world’s top entrepreneurs \n\n\nWhy the entrepreneurial mindset is the most important skill you need to make your business a success (yes\, even more important than cash flow!) \n\n\nHow to use the entrepreneurial mindset to accelerate your business even when nothing else is \n\n\nHow to continually grow and sharpen your entrepreneurial mindset to reach new levels in your business (and life) sooner \n\n\nThis workshop is part of a series based on teachings from the book “Who Owns the Ice House?” by Clifton Taulbert.  This is a repeat of our January Do You Have What It Takes webinar. \nThe workshop will take place on Wednesday\, February 17th at 5:00 pm Pacific / 6:00 pm Mountain / 7:00 pm Central. The workshop is free and open all entrepreneurs. \nThis workshop will be delivered online utilizing the Zoom platform. The workshop can be taken on computers and smartphones.
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/discovering-the-tools-for-creating-a-successful-business
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Free,IDRS Acorn Project
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210219T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210219T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T144000
CREATED:20210129T214452Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210129T214452Z
UID:2211-1613728800-1613736000@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:Etsy Craft Entrepreneurship Online
DESCRIPTION:The IDRS Acorn Project is hosting a free live online workshop for artists and craftsmen who are interested in learning how to sell their goods through Etsy.  Etsy is the leading global marketplace for selling handmade and vintage goods to more than 40 million customers. IDRS has created the Etsy Craft Entrepreneurship Workshop for Native artists/crafters that are looking to expand their customer base beyond the boundaries of their own community and sell to consumers world-wide. \n \nThe course is taught by award-winning Cherokee artist\, MaryBeth Timothy.  MaryBeth and her husband operate MoonHawk Art LLC\, an art business located in Muskogee Oklahoma which specializes in Native American and wildlife art. \nMaryBeth creates new original art and through sublimation printing\, offers her and her husband’s images on a variety of items\, such as ceramic decorative tiles\, coffee mugs\,  cuff bracelets and t-shirts.  While MaryBeth primarily sells through venues such as gift shops and art markets\, she has been able to expand and reach a worldwide market through her Esty store. \nThe Etsy class will take place over four 2-hour sessions.  The first session will be on Tuesday\, February 2nd at 11:00 am Pacific / 12:00 pm Mountain / 1:00 pm Central.  There will be a session at the same time on Wednesday\, February 3rd; Thursday\, February 4th; and Friday\, February 5th.  The workshop is free and open all entrepreneurs. \nThis workshop will be delivered online utilizing the Zoom platform. The workshop can be taken on computers and smartphones. \nCourse Agenda \nDay 1\nIntroductions\nBreak\nCourse overview\nWhy sell on Etsy? \nDay 2\nRecap of session 1\nHomework discussion\nHow to stand out on Etsy\nWhat you need to do before opening your Etsy store\nBreak\nTaking great product photos \nDay 3\nRecap of session 2\nHomework discussion\nHow to list your items on Etsy\nBreak\nEtsy search engine optimization\nIndian Arts & Crafts Act\nPricing & fees\nEtsy payment\nDeveloping your store policies \nDay 4\nRecap of session 3\nHomework discussion\nCreating your store profile\nSales strategies\nBreak\nCommunicating with customers\nShipping products\nCollecting sales tax\nPromoting your store on Social media\nHow to set up coupons and special offers\nWhere to get help.
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/etsy-craft-entrepreneurship-online
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Free,IDRS Acorn Project
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210223T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210223T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T144000
CREATED:20210129T214640Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210129T214640Z
UID:2213-1614078000-1614081600@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:Improving Your Credit Score
DESCRIPTION:Credit plays an important role in the development of your business.  Whether seeking financing from a lender or even through credit cards\, credit determines the availability of credit and the cost that you pay for access to those funds.  In addition\, some auto insurers and employers also base decisions on credit.  In this webinar\, learn what makes up your credit score\, where you can find your credit report for free\, and tips for improving your score. \nThis webinar is totally free! \nPresented By: Mark Thompson.  Mark serves as Executive Director for IDRS. He has an exceptionally strong background in business and business law. He has specific skills and background in financial accounting and controls\, personnel management\, information systems\, accounting software\, costs and income projections and analysis\, bidding government contracts\, and marketing. \nIf you have any questions\, please feel free to contact Lynn Wilson at 918-978-7622.
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/improving-your-credit-score
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Free,IDRS Acorn Project
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210223T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210223T133000
DTSTAMP:20260404T144000
CREATED:20210114T210823Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210114T210823Z
UID:2143-1614081600-1614087000@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:Shoestring Solutions to Common Startup Issues
DESCRIPTION:The idea of starting a business can be quite daunting\, and especially in today’s times. \nIn this hands-on startup webinar\, USA TODAY senior small business columnist and author of The Small Business Bible\, Steve Strauss will help you understand what the most common startup pitfalls are and how to avoid or solve them – without spending a lot of money! \nTopics of this session include: \n\nGetting a website for free (or almost free!)\nDIY legal and operations\nMarketing on a shoestring\nAnd more…\n\nSteve is a one-of-a-kind presenter and we’re sure you will enjoy this lively\, valuable startup webinar!\n\nPresented by: Steve Strauss \n.\n\nOften called “America’s small business expert\,” Steve Strauss is a best-selling author and USA TODAY columnist\, as well as an attorney\, thought leader\, and the author of 17 books\, including The Small Business Bible. His content and media appearances reach millions. \nSteve regularly speaks around the country and around the world and he is often tapped to be a spokesperson for companies like Bank of America and Microsoft. He sits on advisory boards for the World Entrepreneurship Forum\, SCORE and P&G. The Strauss Group creates exceptional content for Fortune 500 companies down to small chambers. \nSteve’s latest venture is the tech startup\, TheSelfEmployed.com.  Steve has a combined 100\,000 social fans/followers/likes.  He also really dislikes ketchup.
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/shoestring-solutions-to-common-startup-issues
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Free,SCORE
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210223T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210223T153000
DTSTAMP:20260404T144000
CREATED:20210129T210032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210129T210032Z
UID:2178-1614088800-1614094200@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Training: QuickBooks Online: Getting Started
DESCRIPTION:Are you just getting started with QuickBooks Online? Join us for this informative virtual workshop as we share the benefits and downsides of the online version of QuickBooks.  This workshop will help you to decide what subscription you may need\, how to create a new company file\, how to convert an existing QuickBooks Desktop file to the Online version\, and how to use the Online dashboard features. \nInstructor: Savanna Dixon\, CPA \nWorkshop is provided by REI Women’s Business Center. \nFunded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. WBC and 7j programs and services are provided on a nondiscriminatory basis. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities and language assistance services for clients with limited English proficiency will be provided if requested at least two weeks in advance. Contact Lori Smith\, WBC Assistant at PO Box 1335\, Durant\, OK 74702 or call 800-658-2823.
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/virtual-training-quickbooks-online-getting-started
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Free,Quickbooks,REI WBC
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210224T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210224T100000
DTSTAMP:20260404T144000
CREATED:20210129T214819Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210129T214819Z
UID:2215-1614157200-1614160800@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:Better Ways To Manage Your Social Media Content
DESCRIPTION:Do you have your content calendar and plan for social media marketing but you are still forgetting to post? Is it hard to make it back to log on to post everyday or maybe you have too many accounts to juggle? If you answered YES to any of the above questions then you don’t want to miss this webinar. \nIn this 60 minute webinar\, you will learn how by using content management apps\, you can to schedule your posts in advance. We will cover what features to look for in a content manager app and how much will it cost? Tune in to find out.  Join social media expert\, Roxanne Best\, as she helps you manage your content so your social media channels never run dry! \nThe workshop will take place on Wednesday\, February 24th at 12:00 pm Pacific / 1:00 pm Mountain / 2:00 pm Central.  This workshop will be delivered online utilizing the Zoom platform.  The workshop can be taken on computers and smartphones. \nAll Native entrepreneurs and community members are welcome.  If you know of anybody that would be interested or could benefit from this webinar\, please share it with them! \n  \nRoxanne Best (Colville) is a multi-talented and multi-disciplinary entrepreneur. Roxanne is a photographer and operates Roxtography in Omak\, WA. She specializes in lifestyle portraits\, special events\, and business imagery. She is also a yoga instructor\, culinary artist\, storyteller\, and small business consultant. She can be found at roxtography.com.
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/better-ways-to-manage-your-social-media-content
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Free,IDRS Acorn Project
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210225T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210225T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T144000
CREATED:20210114T204257Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210114T204257Z
UID:2113-1614258000-1614261600@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Training: Use YouTube to Grow Your Business
DESCRIPTION:Date/Time: \nFebruary 25th\, 2021\nStart Time: 1:00 pm\nEnd Time: 2:00 pm \n\n\nGet best practices for creating a YouTube Channel and compelling video content that promotes your products and services and drives engagement with your brand. \nIn this workshop we’ll discuss best practices for: \n\nUnderstanding different video formats\nHow to setup a YouTube channel\nMaking good creative\, and how to target and measure the results\n\nPresenter: Maria Elena Duron\, Grow With Google Professional Trainer \nWorkshop provided by REI Women’s Business Center \nFunded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. WBC and 7j programs and services are provided on a nondiscriminatory basis. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities and language assistance services for clients with limited English proficiency will be provided if requested at least two weeks in advance. Contact Lori Smith\, WBC Assistant at PO Box 1335\, Durant\, OK 74702 or call 800-658-2823.
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/virtual-training-use-youtube-to-grow-your-business-2
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Free,Marketing,Online,REI WBC
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210226T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210226T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T144000
CREATED:20210129T215030Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210129T215030Z
UID:2217-1614333600-1614340800@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:Etsy Craft Entrepreneurship Online
DESCRIPTION:The IDRS Acorn Project is hosting a free live online workshop for artists and craftsmen who are interested in learning how to sell their goods through Etsy.  Etsy is the leading global marketplace for selling handmade and vintage goods to more than 40 million customers. IDRS has created the Etsy Craft Entrepreneurship Workshop for Native artists/crafters that are looking to expand their customer base beyond the boundaries of their own community and sell to consumers world-wide. \n \nThe course is taught by award-winning Cherokee artist\, MaryBeth Timothy.  MaryBeth and her husband operate MoonHawk Art LLC\, an art business located in Muskogee Oklahoma which specializes in Native American and wildlife art. \nMaryBeth creates new original art and through sublimation printing\, offers her and her husband’s images on a variety of items\, such as ceramic decorative tiles\, coffee mugs\,  cuff bracelets and t-shirts.  While MaryBeth primarily sells through venues such as gift shops and art markets\, she has been able to expand and reach a worldwide market through her Esty store. \nThe Etsy class will take place over four 2-hour sessions.  The first session will be on Tuesday\, February 2nd at 11:00 am Pacific / 12:00 pm Mountain / 1:00 pm Central.  There will be a session at the same time on Wednesday\, February 3rd; Thursday\, February 4th; and Friday\, February 5th.  The workshop is free and open all entrepreneurs. \nThis workshop will be delivered online utilizing the Zoom platform. The workshop can be taken on computers and smartphones. \nCourse Agenda \nDay 1\nIntroductions\nBreak\nCourse overview\nWhy sell on Etsy? \nDay 2\nRecap of session 1\nHomework discussion\nHow to stand out on Etsy\nWhat you need to do before opening your Etsy store\nBreak\nTaking great product photos \nDay 3\nRecap of session 2\nHomework discussion\nHow to list your items on Etsy\nBreak\nEtsy search engine optimization\nIndian Arts & Crafts Act\nPricing & fees\nEtsy payment\nDeveloping your store policies \nDay 4\nRecap of session 3\nHomework discussion\nCreating your store profile\nSales strategies\nBreak\nCommunicating with customers\nShipping products\nCollecting sales tax\nPromoting your store on Social media\nHow to set up coupons and special offers\nWhere to get help.
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/etsy-craft-entrepreneurship-online-2
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Free,IDRS Acorn Project
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210302T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210302T103000
DTSTAMP:20260404T144000
CREATED:20210114T204446Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210114T204446Z
UID:2115-1614673800-1614681000@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:Business Basics: Human Capital Management
DESCRIPTION:Date/Time: \nMarch 2nd\, 2021\nStart Time: 8:30 am\nEnd Time: 10:30 am \n\n\nAre you tired of running your business alone? Do you have a job advertised and are only getting poor applicants? Do you know how much your employees really cost your business?  In this workshop\, we will examine the basics of hiring and managing employees.\nWe will cover: \n\nknowing when it’s time to hire someone\nhow to craft a job description and the basics of interviewing\nwhat you need to keep now that you have your first employee\ncompliance issues and necessary documentation for having employees\nleading a strong team\n\nBoth new and existing small business owners will benefit from this workshop.100 \nSpeakers from Francis Tuttle Launch Pad\, Moore Norman Technology Center\, OKSBDC and REI Women’s Business Center. \nPartners: Francis Tuttle Launch Pad\, Moore Norman Technology Center\, Better Business Bureau of Central Oklahoma\, OKSBDC and REI Women’s Business Center. \nFunded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. WBC and 7j programs and services are provided on a nondiscriminatory basis. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities and language assistance services for clients with limited English proficiency will be provided if requested at least two weeks in advance. Contact Lori Smith\, WBC Assistant at PO Box 1335\, Durant\, OK 74702 or call 800-658-2823.
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/business-basics-human-capital-management-4
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Free,REI WBC
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210302T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210302T153000
DTSTAMP:20260404T144000
CREATED:20210129T210303Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210129T210303Z
UID:2180-1614693600-1614699000@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Training: QuickBooks Online: Creating Customers\, Invoicing & More
DESCRIPTION:This course is about how to use the basic QuickBooks Online Functions which you need to know in order to be proficient.  You will learn how to navigate through QuickBooks Online\, get useful shortcuts to help you work more quickly\, create customers\, create invoices\, and receive payment for invoices\, among other things. \nInstructor: Savanna Dixon\, CPA \nWorkshop is provided by REI Women’s Business Center. \nFunded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. WBC and 7j programs and services are provided on a nondiscriminatory basis. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities and language assistance services for clients with limited English proficiency will be provided if requested at least two weeks in advance. Contact Lori Smith\, WBC Assistant at PO Box 1335\, Durant\, OK 74702 or call 800-658-2823.
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/virtual-training-quickbooks-online-creating-customers-invoicing-more
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Free,Quickbooks,REI WBC
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210303T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210303T113000
DTSTAMP:20260404T144000
CREATED:20210219T221149Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210219T221149Z
UID:2262-1614765600-1614771000@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Event: How To Write a Business Plan
DESCRIPTION:This workshop will take you through the step-by-step process of developing a business plan. While eah business needs a unique plan\, the basic elements are the same. You will receive a template to work from\, and REI WBC representatives will be available to review your plan and make suggestions during the ongoing process. \nPresenters: REI Women’s Business Center \nThis workshop is provided by REI Women’s Business Center. \nFunded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. WBC and 7j programs and services are provided on a nondiscriminatory basis. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities and language assistance services for clients with limited English proficiency will be provided if requested at least two weeks in advance. Contact Lori Smith\, WBC Assistant at PO Box 1335\, Durant\, OK 74702 or call 800-658-2823.
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/virtual-event-how-to-write-a-business-plan-2
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Free,REI WBC
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210303T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210303T123000
DTSTAMP:20260404T144000
CREATED:20210219T222306Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210219T222306Z
UID:2266-1614771000-1614774600@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:CREDIT RESTORATION - UNDERSTANDING THE CREDIT MATRIX
DESCRIPTION:In this workshop\, participants will learn all about the importance of credit and the crucial role it plays in our society. Participants will walk away with a better understanding of the following: * How credit works and how to use this amazing tool to your best advantage. * How to tackle credit challenges * How credit restoration works * How getting business credit can be as easy as 1-2-3! * How you need to look on paper when approaching a lender \nSpeaker(s): Becky Estep is the CEO of Credit Coach Queen LLC a credit restoration\, business credit\, and business financing company\, dedicated to finding the perfect solution to help clients achieve the next step in their life and/or business. Becky has been helping people with their credit challenges for over 13 years. Not only has she helped thousands of people with personal credit\, but she has also been showing Business Owners exactly how they need to look on paper in order to get access to funding for their Business. She is a Published Author\, Expert Speaker featured on Fox 25\, and she absolutely loves helping people understand this Credit Matrix\, and how to utilize Credit to work for You instead of against You.
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/credit-restoration-understanding-the-credit-matrix
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Free,Oklahoma Small Business Development Centers
ORGANIZER;CN="Oklahoma Small Business Development Centers":MAILTO:INFO@OKSBDC.COM
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210303T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210303T143000
DTSTAMP:20260404T144000
CREATED:20201228T214447Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201228T214447Z
UID:2061-1614776400-1614781800@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:How to Relaunch Your Business
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a Q&A that’ll give you all the best practice tips you need to know to successfully and effectively relaunch your business.\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout this Event\n\n\nFuture Proof is a program that assists businesses with identifying new markets\, pivoting their business model\, and developing and implementing a deep digital transformation plan. Access via Zoom link below. \n  \nWhether it’s a reframing\, a rebirth\, or a genuine restart\, relaunching your business is a great way to invite back old customers and attract the interest of new ones. \n  \n2020 saw far reaching impacts for many businesses – especially main street retailers – and a successful relaunch can give you the momentum you need to hit the ground running in 2021. \n  \nHow does one relaunch a business with maximum effectiveness? How do you let people know you’re open again? How can you turn returning customers into brand advocates? And how do you keep existing customers engaged and in the loop? \n  \nJoin us for an interactive Q&A that’ll give you all the best practice tips you need to know to successfully and effectively relaunch your business. \n  \nJoin us for a short presentation on \n● Things you need to think about before you relaunch your business \n● How to generate the most excitement with the least investment \n● How to maintain momentum and keep customers returning after your relaunch \n  \nFollowed by a Q&A session where \n● We’ll discuss some of the unique challenges small business owners are facing and how to deal with them \n● You will get the opportunity to have your questions answered by entrepreneurs who understand the challenges you’re going through \n  \nSign up today to secure your spot and start growing your business. \n  \nPlease register and complete the survey questions upon checkout. Please note that this session will be recorded. Join via Zoom here at 2pm.
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/how-to-relaunch-your-business
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:BizLaunch,Free,Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210304T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210304T100000
DTSTAMP:20260404T144000
CREATED:20210114T204624Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210114T204624Z
UID:2117-1614846600-1614852000@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Training: OKC Women’s Business Breakfast
DESCRIPTION:Date/Time: \nMarch 4th\, 2021\nStart Time: 8:30 am\nEnd Time: 10:00 am \n\n\nThe OKC Women’s Business Breakfast is a monthly networking and business-building event. This opportunity enables you to interact with other women in business and potential customers\, build your network\, and market your business! \nEach month this exclusive networking meeting for women business owners\, professionals and small business resource partners will cover a topic relevant to small business management and include a time of introductions so participants come away with new contacts and resources. \nThis month’s topic:  TBA.  Please come ready to discuss! \nThe OKC Women’s Business Breakfast meets the first Thursday morning of every month. \nThis workshop is provided by Pioneer Library System\, State Chamber of Oklahoma\, and REI Women’s Business Center. \nFunded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. WBC and 7j programs and services are provided on a nondiscriminatory basis. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities and language assistance services for clients with limited English proficiency will be provided if requested at least two weeks in advance. Contact Lori Smith\, WBC Assistant at PO Box 1335\, Durant\, OK 74702 or call 800-658-2823.
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/virtual-training-okc-womens-business-breakfast-2
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Free,Networking,REI WBC
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210304T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210304T103000
DTSTAMP:20260404T144000
CREATED:20210219T222406Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210219T222406Z
UID:2268-1614848400-1614853800@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:MARKETING MASTERCLASS SERIES - CHOOSING THE RIGHT TEAM TO TELL YOUR BRAND'S STORY - SERIES 2 OF 3
DESCRIPTION:In this webinar\, Kiana Moridi will discuss why it’s so important to surround yourself with the absolute best team to tell your brands story. Having launched a magazine herself\, Kiana understands the immense amount of target audience and demographic research it takes to be successful. In this webinar\, Kiana will talk about all those tasking decisions\, from choosing all the right colors\, social media posts\, the stories she writes\, and the models and photographers she uses. All of the decisions point back to understanding and serving your target audience. \nSpeaker(s): Kiana Moridi
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/marketing-masterclass-series-choosing-the-right-team-to-tell-your-brands-story-series-2-of-3
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Free,Oklahoma Small Business Development Centers
ORGANIZER;CN="Oklahoma Small Business Development Centers":MAILTO:INFO@OKSBDC.COM
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