Citizen Potawatomi Community Development Corporation

Virtual Training: Make Your Website Work for You
2021-03-25 13:00 - 14:00 (America/Chicago) | ONLINE
Date/Time:
March 25th, 2021
Start Time: 1:00 pm
End Time: 2:00 pm

In this presentation, learners will discover how to create a search-friendly website that drives user action and supports their goals. Whether launching a new website or sprucing up an old one, this workshop will help.
In this workshop we’ll discuss best practices and characteristics of a great website:

It’s goal-oriented
It’s organized and easy-to-search
It’s useful
It’s functional
It’s intuitive to use, on any device, and
Last not least, it’s findable by search engines

Presenter: Maria Elena Duron, Grow With Google Professional Trainer
Workshop provided by REI Women’s Business Center
Funded 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.

Native Artist Professional Development (NAPD) Training | ARTIST CALENDAR + MARKETING + BUSINESS PLAN
2021-03-25 14:00 - 17:30 (America/Chicago)
First Peoples Fund’s two-day trainings give artists real-world tools and detailed resources to navigate the arts industry and become successful entrepreneurs. The training is intended for emerging and seasoned artists alike.
At the training, we will work with you to help you grow your arts business. You will have an opportunity to participate in the following activities:
• Express your personal vision and values that will ultimately become the principal foundation of your business.
• Determine your art marketing, business and financial management abilities using a series of self-assessment tools.
• Budget and establish a successful pricing structure.
• Market your business using variety of approaches and tools.
• Create your mission statement and present your art work.

WOMEN’S HISTORY MONTH: Business Resources for Women
2021-03-26 10:00 - 11:00 (America/Chicago)
Join representatives from the U.S. Small Business Administration for a discussion of business resources for women in honor of Women’s History Month. Also presenting will be Jamie Buckley with First Citizens Bank about the History of Women in Banking. Both local and federal resources will be discussed.
Presenters: US Small Business Administration, Newcastle Chamber of Commerce, Pioneer Library System, and REI Women’s Business Center.
For more information, contact Jennifer Edwards, REI WBC, at 800.658.2823.
Funded 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.

The Essentials of Great Product Photography
2021-03-26 11:00 - 13:00 (America/Denver)
To register, please click: ntv.bz/photography
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.
The 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.
This workshop will be delivered online utilizing the Zoom platform. The workshop can be taken on computers and smartphones.

This 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.

Virtually Creating Your Trifecta Tribe - Mentors, Peers & Mentees in Business
2021-03-30 13:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York)
Now more than ever, it is imperative to the success of your business that you are engaged in and adept at building ethical, authentic, and diverse connections. The overarching ethos of creating your Trifecta Tribe is that when one of us wins #WeAllWin.
In this highly engaging and compelling webinar, Founder and Host of Her Power Moves Michelle Y. Talbert will share the tools and strategies necessary for creating an ecosystem of mentees, peers, and mentors and achieve success through the establishment and nurturing of these essential relationships.
You’ll learn:

The tools necessary to excel in relationship development virtually, and in-person
A clear understanding of how to add value to every relationship you establish
How to leverage social media and live events with the use of real-world examples

In recognition of Women’s History Month, we are thrilled to have accomplished and successful female entrepreneur, Michelle Y. Talbert, share her expertise with the SCORE audience.

Virtual Training: Conflict Resolution Techniques
2021-03-31 09:00 - 11:00 (America/Chicago)
Stepping Into The Deep – Overcoming Conflict and Building Trust
In this interactive workshop we will learn how identify, address and overcome conflict. Conflict is a part of life and business but it doesn’t have to destroy either one.
Presenters: Lissa Qualls, Clarity, LLC
This workshop is provided by REI Women’s Business Center.
Funded 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.

OKC Women’s Business Breakfast April 2021
2021-04-01 08:30 - 10:00 (America/Chicago)
Date/Time:
April 1st, 2021
Start Time: 8:30 am
End Time: 10:00 am

The 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!
Each 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.
This month’s topic: TBA. Please come ready to discuss!
The OKC Women’s Business Breakfast meets the first Thursday morning of every month.
This workshop is provided by Pioneer Library System, State Chamber of Oklahoma, and REI Women’s Business Center.
Funded 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.

Price: $0.00

5 Steps to Build Your Platform and Stand Out in a Noisy World
2021-04-01 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago)
Speaking is one of the most powerful ways to build and grow your business. By implementing Story, Stage and Scale, you will achieve a greater reach than you could have ever imagined.
This empowering webinar, presented by Founder and CEO of Advance Your Reach Pete Vargas, will teach the seven critical steps you need to implement to begin leveraging stages and using your story to scale your business.
You’ll learn about:

How to get clear on the problem you solve and the people you serve
The keys to crafting a clear and compelling message that makes people want to work with you
Connecting your Hero’s Journey Story
How to get10X the revenues from every platform you speak on
How many platforms exist and where your ideal platforms lie
A Step-by-Step System to winning platforms on demand
What to sell to your ideal audience so they can go further with you beyond the platform

This lesson is not just for speakers, but entrepreneurs, organizations and nonprofits that are looking for a powerful medium to grow their business.
Presented by: Pete Vargas

Pete Vargas understands how difficult it is for people who have a message inside of them or a business they’re leading to get the attention they deserve. Rising above the noise and being seen as an authority in your field can be frustrating and overwhelming, especially if you’re not a social media or PR expert.
In 2003 Pete saw firsthand how one message spoken from one stage could impact hundreds of lives. He also realized how powerful the right message on the right stage could impact leaders and entrepreneurs alike. Since that moment, Pete has made it his mission to impact 1 Billion people through the power of 1 Million stages.
Sponsored by: Advance Your Reach

Get Your Local Business on Google Search and Maps
2021-04-01 14:00 - 15:00 (America/Chicago)
Description: Showing up when customers are searching online is more important than ever. Ensure customers can find accurate, updated information about your local business on Google Search and Google Maps, no matter which device they use. In this workshop, you will learn how to create and manage a Google business profile from start to finish. In this session we’ll show you how to: Create or claim your Business Profile on Google Manage your business info across Google Search and Maps Use Google My Business to connect with potential customers

Virtual Training: Business Tax Basics & Ask the Expert Zoom
2021-04-01 14:30 - 15:30 (America/Chicago)
Date/Time:
April 1st, 2021
Start Time: 2:30 pm
End Time: 3:30 pm

Join us to hear from Savannah Dixon of Vann Dixon, CPA who will provide information on small business tax concerns and answer any specific questions from participants.
Funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. WBC and PRIME 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.

Virtual Training: Business Basics: Operations Management
2021-04-06 08:30 - 10:30 (America/Chicago)
Date/Time:
April 6th, 2021
Start Time: 8:30 am
End Time: 10:30 am

Do you have short term and long term goals for your business? Do you know what would happen to your business if something happened to you? Have you documented your key business processes? Join us for this workshop which will take a deeper look into the different areas of operations you need to consider when starting and growing your business. In this workshop, we will take a look at how to structure your business to meet your business needs, how to set short term and long term goals and strategies, as well as examine different areas of risk within your business. Both new and existing small business owners will benefit from this workshop.
Speakers from Francis Tuttle Launch Pad, Moore Norman Technology Center, OKSBDC and REI Women’s Business Center.
Partners: Francis Tuttle Launch Pad, Moore Norman Technology Center, Better Business Bureau of Central Oklahoma, OKSBDC and REI Women’s Business Center.
Funded 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

Understanding Contractor Quality Control
2021-04-06 09:00 - 10:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
If there is one area of federal contracting critical to a firm’s ability to not only acquire large value contracts but also perform successfully, it is the firm’s Quality Control program. This webinar will define and discuss quality control (QC) and the various QC program levels the government imposes on firms. The webinar will also address the significance associated with a firm’s QC program and how the program permeates the entire business structure.
This workshop is FREE and OPEN to ALL community members. The workshop will take place on Tuesday, April 6th at 9:00 am Pacific / 10:00 pm Mountain / 11:00 pm Central. This workshop will be delivered online utilizing the Zoom platform. The workshop can be taken on computers and smartphones.
About our presenter:
Bennie Gonzales has over 40 years of procurement experience. Bennie currently trains and instructs DoD and civilian agency Contracting Officers enrolled in Federal Acquisition Certification-Contracting (FAC-C) programs as well Contracting Officer’s Representative (FAC-COR) certification program.
Bennie worked as a Contracting Officer at Nevada’s Nellis AFB and later at Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL). He is a Certified Professional Contracts Manager (CPCM), and Certified Lead Quality Assurance Auditor. Bennie provides consulting services to small business firms in the area of acquisition, contract administration and/or proposal development. Bennie has authored a proposal preparation guide entitled: A Guide to Developing Winning Proposals.
This 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.

MARKETING TO THE GOVERNMENT
2021-04-06 11:00 - 12:00 (America/Chicago)
Topic: Government Contracting

HOSTED BY Oklahoma SBDC Marketing to government agencies takes time and planning. One question I get asked is does the government buy what I sell. My answer is I can help you find out. As a small business market research is very important. This session will help you identify who is buying and selling what you sell, promoting what you sell, the right contact and tips on how to market.
Speaker(s): Julie Farmer OKPTAC Coordinator Eastern Oklahoma Technology Center
Reasonable 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. All SBDC programs and services are extended to the public on a non-discriminatory basis. “Funded in part through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. All opinions, conclusions, and/or recommendations expressed herein are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the SBA.”

Fee: No Cost

The State of the Small Business - 2021 Economic and Labor Market Outlook
2021-04-06 13:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York)
As we approach Spring and the number of Covid-19 cases continues to decline in the US, small business owners will be re-opening their doors in record numbers. How can they best position themselves for success?
Attend this timely webinar on the economic and labor market outlook, presented by Nela Richardson, Chief Economist and co-head of the ADP Research Institute. Nela will share insights on the economic recovery in 2021 and beyond and will cover:

The state of the economic recovery: how soon will the economy return to pre-pandemic levels?
The state of the 2021 labor market: what are the latest small business jobs figures?
The future state of the workforce: what is the future of remote work?

BROUGHT TO YOU BY ADP

ADP® is here to help you navigate challenging times. We offer payroll solutions and HR services to help you save time, stay compliant and manage your costs. In over 70 years of service, we’ve never wavered in providing reliable payroll and compliance services to more than 700,000 small business clients. You started a business for a reason, but administrative tasks weren’t it. We’ll show you how to run payroll and pay taxes quickly and easily, so you can get back to doing what you love.

ABOUT THE PRESENTER(S)

Nela Richardson joined ADP as Chief Economist in November of 2020. Nela is the co-head of the ADP Research Institute and leads economic research for ADP. Previously she was Principal and Investment Strategist at Edward Jones, a financial services firm. In that role, Nela analyzed and interpreted economic trends and financial market conditions and recommended investment strategies.

Nela Richardson
Chief Economist and Co-Head of the ADP Research Institute

Virtual Training: QuickBooks Desktop: All About Lists
2021-04-08 09:30 - 12:00 (America/Chicago)
Join us to hear from a certified QuickBooks pro advisor and learn all about lists:

The chart of accounts
Editing, Merging, Renaming, Making Accounts Inactive
Customer, Vendor and Product Lists
Sales Tax and Class Tracking Lists

There will be plenty of time for discussion with the expert and an addition “tips and shortcuts” sheet provided at the conclusion of the virtual session.
Presenter: MJ Brienen, Certified QuickBooks Pro Advisor
MJ Brienen is a seasoned professional focused on helping businesses in many stages of development to set-up, maintain, or fix their QuickBooks systems. She works to help uncover the secrets to QuickBooks® and how the program can be used most effectively by businesses. Brienen has a background in banking, sales, project management, and working with websites.
This workshop is provided by Back Office Success and REI Women’s Business Center.
Funded 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.

Volunteering in 2021 - How it Can Help Small Businesses Grow in Your Community
2021-04-08 13:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York)
“Volunteers are the only human beings on the face of the earth who reflect this nation’s compassion, unselfish caring, patience, and just plain loving one another.” -Erma Bombeck
In recognition of National Volunteer Month, we are thrilled to have CEO of SCORE Association Bridget Weston and SCORE Certified Mentor and District Director Ed Coleman share their expertise with the SCORE audience. As well, we’ll hear from SCORE mentee and the Founder and CEO of Mutt’s Sauce, Charlynda Scales, about the impact volunteering has had on her business.

This webinar will discuss:

The importance of volunteering in the United States and the impact it has on our nation
The many benefits that come with volunteering
How volunteering with SCORE will help you, the small businesses we serve, and your community!

Presented by: Bridget Weston, CEO of SCORE Association

Bridget Weston is the CEO of the SCORE Association, where she provides executive leadership and works directly and collaboratively with the Board of Directors to establish the vision and direction of SCORE.
Presented by: Ed Coleman, SCORE Volunteer

Ed Coleman is a SCORE certified mentor and District Director of the Washington DC chapter. His experience includes the development and execution of omni-channel marketing strategies including print, web site management and development, email marketing, social media and search engine marketing in both turn-around and growth situations.
Featuring SCORE Mentee: Charlynda Scales, Founder and Owner of Mutt’s Sauce, LLC

Charlynda Scales is a TEDx speaker, brand ambassador, Air Force Veteran, social media influencer, and the founder and CEO of Mutt’s Sauce, LLC, a company that makes “the sauce for every meal.” Mutt’s Sauce was the Grand Prize Winner of Bob Evan’s Farms’ 2017 Heroes to CEOs Contest.
She is a Clemson University graduate, with a degree in Aerospace Science and Business Management. She also holds an MBA in Strategic Leadership. She started the company Mutt’s Sauce, LLC while she was still serving on active duty in the military.

Virtural Training: Reach Customers Online With Google
2021-04-08 14:00 - 15:00 (America/Chicago)
Date/Time:
April 8th, 2021
Start Time: 2:00 pm
End Time: 3:00 pm

Learn how your business can be found online with Google. This workshop explains how Google Search works and how you can improve a website’s visibility with Search Engine Optimization (SEO). The session also introduces products like Google My Business, Google Trends, Search Console, Google Analytics, Google Ads, and more. In this workshop we’ll discuss best practices for: Improving your website’s visibility in Google’s organic search results, on all devices Creating a free Google My Business Profile Advertising your business on Google.
Presenter: Maria Elena Duron, Grow with Google Professional Trainer
This workshop is provided by REI Women’s Business Center
Funded 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.

BUSINESS START UP WORKSHOP
2021-04-09 10:30 - 12:00 (America/Chicago)
Topic: Start-up Assistance

Please 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.
Speaker(s): OKSBDC Business Advisors
Co-Sponsor(s): KTC
Reasonable 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.

Fee: No Cost

Etsy Craft Entrepreneurship Online
2021-04-12 17:00 - 19:00, 2021-04-13 17:00 - 19:00, 2021-04-15 17:00 - 19:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
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.

The 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.
MaryBeth 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.
The Etsy class will take place over four 2-hour sessions. The first session will be on Monday, April 12th at 5:00 pm Pacific / 6:00 pm Mountain / 7:00 pm Central / 8:00 pm Eastern. The second through fourth sessions will be at same time on Tuesday, April 13th; Wednesday, April 14th; and Thursday, April 15th. The workshop is free and open all entrepreneurs.
This workshop will be delivered online utilizing the Zoom platform. The workshop can be taken on computers and smartphones.
Course Agenda
Day 1
Introductions
Break
Course overview
Why sell on Etsy?
Day 2
Recap of session 1
Homework discussion
How to stand out on Etsy
What you need to do before opening your Etsy store
Break
Taking great product photos
Day 3
Recap of session 2
Homework discussion
How to list your items on Etsy
Break
Etsy search engine optimization
Indian Arts & Crafts Act
Pricing & fees
Etsy payment
Developing your store policies
Day 4
Recap of session 3
Homework discussion
Creating your store profile
Sales strategies
Break
Communicating with customers
Shipping products
Collecting sales tax
Promoting your store on Social media
How to set up coupons and special offers
Where to get help.
This 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.

HOW TO WRITE A CAPABILITIES STATEMENT
2021-04-13 11:00 - 12:00 (America/Chicago)
Topic: Government Contracting

Learn how to create an effective Capabilities Statement. The purpose of the capabilities briefing is to describe your company’s capabilities so that the audience can understand very quickly what value your company brings to their organization.
Speaker(s): Julie Farmer OKPTAC Coordinator Eastern Oklahoma Technology Center
Reasonable 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. All SBDC programs and services are extended to the public on a non-discriminatory basis. “Funded in part through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. All opinions, conclusions, and/or recommendations expressed herein are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the SBA.”

Fee: No Cost

FINANCING YOUR SMALL BUSINESS
2021-04-14 10:00 - 11:30 (America/Chicago)
If you want to learn more about financing your start-up or existing business through standard lending and SBA products, please take time to join us as we welcome Commercial Lending Officer – Citizens Bank of Edmond, Whitney Randall as she walks us through a detailed presentation about the lending process. There will be time allowed for a Q&A session after the presentation.
Speaker(s): Whitney Randall – Commercial Lending Officer, Citizens Bank of Edmond Henry Lehr – OKSBDC Business Development Specialist
Reasonable 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.

Virtual Training: Make Better Business Decisions With Analytics
2021-04-14 14:00 - 15:00 (America/Chicago)
Date/Time:
April 14th, 2021
Start Time: 2:00 pm
End Time: 3:00 pm

Learn best practices and analyze trends about how customers engage with your business online, then turn these insights into well-informed, actionable decisions.
IN THIS SESSION, WE’LL SHOW YOU HOW TO
Identifying business goals and how you plan to use your online presence to achieve them
Incorporating data into your marketing plan
Selecting tools to help you find the answers you need
Presenter: Maria Elena Duron, Grow With Google Professional Trainer
This workshop is provided by REI Women’s Business Center
Funded 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.

Etsy Craft Entrepreneurship Online
2021-04-14 17:00 - 19:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
To register, please click: ntv.bz/apriletsy
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.

The 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.
MaryBeth 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.
The Etsy class will take place over four 2-hour sessions. The first session will be on Monday, April 12th at 5:00 pm Pacific / 6:00 pm Mountain / 7:00 pm Central / 8:00 pm Eastern. The second through fourth sessions will be at same time on Tuesday, April 13th; Wednesday, April 14th; and Thursday, April 15th. The workshop is free and open all entrepreneurs.
This workshop will be delivered online utilizing the Zoom platform. The workshop can be taken on computers and smartphones.
Course Agenda
Day 1
Introductions
Break
Course overview
Why sell on Etsy?
Day 2
Recap of session 1
Homework discussion
How to stand out on Etsy
What you need to do before opening your Etsy store
Break
Taking great product photos
Day 3
Recap of session 2
Homework discussion
How to list your items on Etsy
Break
Etsy search engine optimization
Indian Arts & Crafts Act
Pricing & fees
Etsy payment
Developing your store policies
Day 4
Recap of session 3
Homework discussion
Creating your store profile
Sales strategies
Break
Communicating with customers
Shipping products
Collecting sales tax
Promoting your store on Social media
How to set up coupons and special offers
Where to get help.
This 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.

BUSINESS SMART WORKSHOP
2021-04-15 09:00 - 11:00 (America/Chicago)
Topic: Start-up Assistance

Business Smart workshop will focus on successful ways for starting and operating a business. Topics to be covered include business planning, marketing, budgeting and financing options and business taxes. After the seminar attendees will continue to receive counseling on an individual basis to address specific needs.
Speaker(s): OKSBDC Advisor Stephen Knight

Fee: No Cost

Virtual Training: QuickBooks Desktop: All About Transactions
2021-04-15 09:30 - 12:00 (America/Chicago)
Join us to hear from a certified QuickBooks pro advisor and learn all about Transactions:

Writing a check or using a debit card
Reconciling accounts
Invoicing your customer
Recording payments
Creating a purchase order
Paying bills and Banking
Assets & Depreciation
Managing Liabilities

There will be plenty of time for discussion with the expert and an addition “tips and shortcuts” sheet provided at the conclusion of the virtual session.
Presenter: MJ Brienen, Certified QuickBooks Pro Advisor
MJ Brienen is a seasoned professional focused on helping businesses in many stages of development to set-up, maintain, or fix their QuickBooks systems. She works to help uncover the secrets to QuickBooks® and how the program can be used most effectively by businesses. Brienen has a background in banking, sales, project management, and working with websites.
This workshop is provided by Back Office Success and REI Women’s Business Center.
Funded 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.

What the Most Successful Businesses Are Doing in 2021 - Trends You’ll Want to Jump on Now
2021-04-20 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago)
Wondering what’s next for your business in 2021?
Join 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.
You’ll discover:

How small and midsize businesses adapted and survived in 2020 (and what you can emulate)
Patterns from 2020 that persist in 2021 and what’s changed about them
What customers are expecting this year
Where digital commerce and contactless experiences are headed and what to do about it
New trends to watch out for now, in the latter half of 2021, and beyond

Presented by: Rieva Lesonsky

Rieva 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.
She’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.
Presented by: Ross Herosian

Ross 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.
Over 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.
Presented by: Blake Clark

Blake 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.
At 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.

Virtual Training: QuickBooks Desktop: All About Reports
2021-04-22 09:30 - 12:00 (America/Chicago)
Join us to hear from a certified QuickBooks pro advisor and learn all about Reports:

Reports in the Customer and Vendor Center
Sales Tax Liability Report
Profit & Loss and Balance Sheets Reports
Creating Customized Reports
Filtering & Memorizing Reports
Sending Reports to Excel

There will be plenty of time for discussion with the expert and an addition “tips and shortcuts” sheet provided at the conclusion of the virtual session.
Presenter: MJ Brienen, Certified QuickBooks Pro Advisor
MJ Brienen is a seasoned professional focused on helping businesses in many stages of development to set-up, maintain, or fix their QuickBooks systems. She works to help uncover the secrets to QuickBooks® and how the program can be used most effectively by businesses. Brienen has a background in banking, sales, project management, and working with websites.
This workshop is provided by Back Office Success and REI Women’s Business Center.
Funded 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.

Reach Customers Online with Google
2021-04-22 13:00 - 14:00 (America/Chicago)
Learn how to make your business easier to find online.. This workshop explains how Google Search works and how you can improve your website’s visibility with Search Engine Optimization (SEO). The session also introduces products like Business Profile on Google, Google Trends, Search Console, Google Analytics, Google Ads, and more.
In this workshop we’ll discuss best practices for:

Improving your website’s visibility in Google’s organic search results, on all devices
Creating a free Business Profile on Google
Advertising your business on Google

Presented by: Cheri Bales

Cheri Bales, M.A., is the owner of Hannah/Gold Communications LLC, and a Certified SCORE Kalamazoo/SW Michigan Mentor. She has more than 30 years of experience in marketing strategy with business and education and regularly helps small businesses select the right marketing mix, then implement and evaluate it.
She is a regular SCORE presenter and did 23 live marketing and social media webinars for SCORE between April and August 2020. She is a marketing strategist who helps small business owners break down the steps to marketing success.
