Citizen Potawatomi Community Development Corporation

Virtual Event: How To Write a Business Plan
2021-03-03 10:00 - 11:30 (America/Chicago) | ONLINE
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.
Presenters: REI Women’s Business Center
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.

CREDIT RESTORATION - UNDERSTANDING THE CREDIT MATRIX
2021-03-03 11:30 - 12:30 (America/Chicago)
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
Speaker(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.

How to Relaunch Your Business
2021-03-03 13:00 - 14:30 (America/Chicago)
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.

About this Event

Future 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.

Whether 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.

2020 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.

How 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?

Join 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.

Join us for a short presentation on
● Things you need to think about before you relaunch your business
● How to generate the most excitement with the least investment
● How to maintain momentum and keep customers returning after your relaunch

Followed by a Q&A session where
● We’ll discuss some of the unique challenges small business owners are facing and how to deal with them
● You will get the opportunity to have your questions answered by entrepreneurs who understand the challenges you’re going through

Sign up today to secure your spot and start growing your business.

Please register and complete the survey questions upon checkout. Please note that this session will be recorded. Join via Zoom here at 2pm.

Virtual Training: OKC Women’s Business Breakfast
2021-03-04 08:30 - 10:00 (America/Chicago)
Date/Time:
March 4th, 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.

MARKETING MASTERCLASS SERIES - CHOOSING THE RIGHT TEAM TO TELL YOUR BRAND'S STORY - SERIES 2 OF 3
2021-03-04 09:00 - 10:30 (America/Chicago)
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.
Speaker(s): Kiana Moridi

The Latest on PPP and Federal Stimulus Relief Efforts
2021-03-04 14:00 - 15:30 (America/New_York)
There are important changes to the PPP, including a 14-day period during which only businesses with fewer than 20 employees can apply for relief through the Program. As well, helping sole proprietors, independent contractors, and self-employed individuals receive more financial support.
Join this timely webinar, presented by Small Business Majority’s Brian Pifer, outlining the small business provisions in the current iteration of the stimulus relief package, as well as the latest changes to the Paycheck Protection Program.
We will also cover:

How to apply for first or second round of PPP
The latest news on the EIDL program
Other tools and resources to help your business

ABOUT THE PRESENTER(S)

Brian oversees Small Business Majority’s Entrepreneurship Program and Venturize.org platform, which deliver key education and resources to entrepreneurs seeking to start and grow their business.

Brian Pifer
Vice President of Entrepreneurship, Small Business Majority

Etsy Craft Entrepreneurship Online
2021-03-05 10:00 - 12:00 (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 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.
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 sponsored by the IAIA Office of Continuing Education.

Virtual Event: Marketing on A Shoestring Budget
2021-03-09 10:00 - 11:30 (America/Chicago)
Marketing your small business can be affordable and you can realize high returns on your marketing investments. In this fast-paced seminar, we will review six marketing initiatives with low investments but high ROI’s.
There will be time allowed for Q&A after the presentation.
Presenter: Stephen Koranda, CDME, CTE, is a 20-plus year marketing professional.
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.

Teaching Youth Entrepreneurship
2021-03-11 09:00 - 10:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
Do you work with youth, would like to work with youth or have a young person that you would like to influence in a positive way? Many of today’s youth rarely receive information on how to work toward economic stability while pursuing a small business through
entrepreneurship.
In this webinar, participants will learn the 10 basic principles of teaching youth entrepreneurship, with a high-level view of each of each principle.
The workshop will take place on Thursday, March 11th at 9:00 am Pacific / 10:00 am Mountain / 11:00 am Central. 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.
About our presenter:
Camille Koster (Cherokee) serves as the Youth Program Manager for the IDRS Acorn Project. Through the program, she teaches youth how to explore entrepreneurship and create side hustles which provides them the opportunity to make money while continuing to focus on their education . She has worked in youth development and in nonprofit for the last 18 years, both writing and facilitating camps across the nation. She has co-facilitated camps with the Drug-Free Communities National Initiative, Students Working Against Tobacco, Cherokee Nation Behavioral Health, ONABEN, the Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse, and more. Camille dedicated five years of her youth development career as the Chief Operating Officer of Girl Scouts of Eastern Oklahoma. She successfully assisted in one the largest youth entrepreneur programs as she helped build strategy and infrastructure for a cookie sale campaign that led to her local Council selling over 1 million boxes of Girl Scout Cookies in Eastern Oklahoma.
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Camille is a United States Navy Veteran and is proud to have represented the Cherokee Tribe in the military. During the time she served, only 15.4% of the military was comprised of Native American members, likewise, only 4% were female members. She has a Masters Degree in Organizational Management. Camille lives in Jenks, Oklahoma, is married to a Firefighter and has three children.
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 MASTERCLASS SERIES - WHY YOUR WEBSITE IS NOT MAKING YOU MONEY - SERIES 3 OF 3
2021-03-11 09:00 - 10:30 (America/Chicago)
So you want your website to actually make you money but the problem is you feel overwhelmed by all the layouts and options. You deserve marketing that makes you money and it doesn’t have to be hard or cost a lot of money! Sound good? Then take time to join Chris Fox, Certified Marketing Guide, in this Marketing Masterclass where he will be sharing ways to make your website more profitable right away.
Speaker(s): Chris Fox

Virtual Training: Business Basics: Starting Your Own Business
2021-03-11 09:00 - 11:00 (America/Chicago)
Date/Time:
March 11th, 2021
Start Time: 9:00 am
End Time: 11:00 am

To start your own business you need to know the questions to ask, location and structure types, how to register in Oklahoma, preparation of the business plan, understanding business financials, and the steps to getting financed. Federal, state, and local resources will also be discussed in this session. This seminar is a broad overview of the different areas to consider when starting a new business. There will be plenty of time allotted to ask questions of the instructors and business experts.
Speakers from Francis Tuttle, Moore Norman Tech, OKSBDC, and REI Women’s Business Center.
Partners: Francis Tuttle Launch Pad, Moore Norman Tech, 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 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.

Ask the CPA 2021 - Tax Advice for Your Small Business
2021-03-11 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago)
April 15th will be here sooner than you think! You have tax questions. We have tax answers.
Join us for this LIVE Q&A session with certified CPA and small business tax expert Micah Fraim. The hour will be dedicated to answering your tax-related questions and concerns. He will also offer tax advice you can implement throughout the year.
You can submit questions during registration and during the LIVE webinar.

Presented by: Micah Fraim
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Micah S. Fraim provides comprehensive CPA services to individuals and small businesses including accounting, tax preparation, bookkeeping, and payroll services. An Amazon best-selling author and financial expert featured by TIME, MSN, Nasdaq, Fox Business, and Yahoo Finance,
Micah provides personal attention and expert services to each client. Micah brings a unique perspective to his clients – advising them on what is best for their business overall, not just from a tax perspective.

Virtual Training: Successfully Branding Your Business
2021-03-11 13:30 - 15:00 (America/Chicago)
Date/Time:
March 11th, 2021
Start Time: 1:30 pm
End Time: 3:00 pm

What is branding and why is it important for your business? This session will walk you through the branding process and introduce cost-effective resources and tools that will help you tell your story and build your business through branding.
Presenter: Jessie Phillips, Kiamichi Technology Center District Communications & Marketing Coordinator.
Workshop provided by Kiamichi Technology Center 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.

Etsy Craft Entrepreneurship Online
2021-03-12 10:00 - 12:00 (America/Chicago)
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 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.
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.

BUSINESS START UP WORKSHOP
2021-03-12 10:30 - 12:00 (America/Chicago)
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.

Lower Your Cost of Doing Business with a Solid Supply Chain Management Strategy
2021-03-13 13:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York)
During these unprecedented times, many small businesses are struggling to survive. The focus for many of these business owners is to return to profitability and to develop a plan for continuous improvement.
In this webinar, presented by Wilbert Long Jr (CEO, Strategic Supply Chain Solutions) and Christopher Cox (President, Strategic Supply Chain Solutions), we will discuss the impact that the cost of your goods purchased will have in the area of profitability, your plan to continuous improvement, and the road to recovery.
You’ll learn about:

Important considerations of purchasing goods and services in today’s business environment
Cost saving opportunities in your Supply Chain
Developing a cost savings strategy
And more…

ABOUT THE PRESENTER(S)

Wilbert Long Jr. serves as Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer of Strategic Supply Chain Solutions, LLC. He has more than 30 years of experience using exceptional communication and leadership skills to coach, manage, and motivate diverse professionals in challenging environments in Supply Chain Management, Procurement and Operations executive.

Wilbert Long Jr.
Chairman of the Board and CEO, Strategic Supply Chain Solutions, LLC

Christopher Cox is Vice Chairman of the Board and President and Co-founder of Strategic Supply Chain Solutions, an organization that partners with companies to help reduce their purchased costs on almost everything that they buy.

Christopher Cox
Vice Chairman of the Board and Co-Founder, Strategic Supply Chain Solutions, LLC

Virtual Training: QuickBooks Online: Reports & Payroll
2021-03-16 14:00 - 15:30 (America/Chicago)
This course will provide an overview of reports that shows how well your company is doing, how to merge accounts, and other transactions types. You will also be introduced to the payroll process for a small business, address contract vendor payments, and discuss the required paperwork for each.
Instructor: Savanna Dixon, CPA
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.

How to Define Your Vision and Increase the Probability of Success
2021-03-18 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago)
Your vision is the source of inspiration for your company and your life. You have a vision or maybe even a dream, but how can you make it a reality?
Did you know you can increase the probability of making your vision come true by 50-80%? Did you know you can do this with a few simple fundamental actions on your part? This is not fiction. This is based on neuroscience, statistics, and many experts in the field.
This webinar, presented by Certified SCORE Mentor John Tile, will help you think about:

Key questions to ask yourself

Defining your vision/mission

Developing goals/objectives to increase your chances of making your vision a reality

Presented by: John Tile

42 years’ experience in industry holding various leadership positions in engineering, logistics, safety, and program management. John has also worked with international customers including; Australia, Canada, England, Egypt, Israel, Saudi Arabia, and Thailand.
John can help you in areas of strategy, business planning (startups and sustaining businesses), business development, people leadership/mentoring, marketing, business financials, competitive analysis, customer relationships, safety culture, and business metrics.

The Essentials of Great Product Photography
2021-03-19 11:00 - 13:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
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.

Improving Your Credit Score
2021-03-23 12:00 - 14:30 (America/Los_Angeles)
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.
This webinar is totally free!
To register, please CLICK HERE.
Presented 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.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Lynn Wilson at 918-978-7622.

Basics of Small Business Bankruptcy
2021-03-23 13:00 - 14:30 (America/New_York)
The COVID-19 pandemic has created financial hardship for many small business owners, and these owners have several options for how to handle their financial distress.

In this webinar, presented by retired bankruptcy judge Hon. Thomas Small, we will focus on understanding the basics of small business bankruptcy.

You’ll learn:

When it can help a business
How it works
What are the consequences?
How recent legal changes make bankruptcy work better for small businesses

Presented by: Judge Hon. Thomas Small

U.S. Bankruptcy Judge, Eastern District of North Carolina (1982 to 2009; chief judge from 1992-1999, 2006-2007); re-called 2013-2014.
A.B., Duke University. J.D., Wake Forest University School of Law.
Chair, U.S. Judicial Conference Advisory Committee on Bankruptcy Rules, 2000-2004, Member, 1996-1999. Bankruptcy Judge Representative to U.S. Judicial Conference, 2004-2007. Member, United States Judicial Conference Long Range Planning Committee, 1991-1996.
Presented by: Ben Iverson

Ben Iverson is an associate professor in the finance department at BYU, where he has worked for the past three and half years. Prior to that, he was an assistant professor at the Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University. His research mostly focuses on corporate and consumer bankruptcy, and he has published articles in several of the leading academic journals.
Ben received his Ph.D. in Business Economics from Harvard University and his undergraduate degree in economics from BYU. He also worked as an assistant economist at the Federal Reserve Bank of New York.

Virtual Training: QuickBooks Online: Banking Features & Functions
2021-03-23 14:00 - 15:30 (America/Chicago)
This course will provided you with tips on how to sync bank fees and creating bank rule within the QuickBooks Online programs.
Instructor: Savanna Dixon, CPA
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.

Virtual Training: Canva For Beginners
2021-03-24 13:00 - 15:00 (America/Chicago)
Date/Time:
March 24th, 2021
Start Time: 1:00 pm
End Time: 3:00 pm

With the changes in today’s world, it is more important than ever to engage clients through social media. Learn key secrets in branding to help your business stand out, engage your clients and create memorable social media posts. Learn how to use Canva, a free graphic design program, which will assist you to create professional posts and marketing materials sure to catch your customer’s attention.
Presenter: Sara Orellana-Paape, 3Raptor Consulting
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.

Native Artist Professional Development (NAPD) Training | ARTIST CALENDAR + MARKETING + BUSINESS PLAN
2021-03-24 14:00 - 17:30, 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.

Virtual Training: Make Your Website Work for You
2021-03-25 13:00 - 14:00 (America/Chicago)
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.

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.
