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SUMMARY:SBA COVID-19 Loan Program Webinar
DESCRIPTION:SBA Covid-19 Loan Information for Small Businesses \nAll Video conferences use Skype    \n11 a.m.\, Thursday\, May 14\, 2020 \nLink: https://meet.lync.com/sba123/lpweathe/HBD3PTD6 \nConference ID: 984816279 \nContact: Larry Weatherford\, Larry.Weatherford@SBA.gov \nJoin by phone/Toll number:   +1 (202) 765-1264\,\,984816279# (Dial-in Number) \n 
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/sba-covid-19-loan-program-webinar
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Free,Online,Shawnee Business
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SUMMARY:Essential PR Tools and Tactics - Elevate the Visibility of Your Business While Being Sheltered in Place
DESCRIPTION:Promoting your business during the coronavirus outbreak presents unique opportunities. New technologies\, subscriber lists\, social media and strong digital connections are more important than ever\, and more powerful than ever before. \nAttend this session\, presented by PR expert Patricia Maldanado\, where we’ll provide the tools and steps you can take to make sure your business remains visible to your customers\, potential customers\, and even the media. Now more than ever\, the steps you take to promote your company\, its work and products plays an essential role in ensuring its relevance and survivial. \nJoin us for this important webinar that will help you elevate the visibility of your business. We’ve extended this webinar to allow for more questions around this topic. \n  \nPresented by Patricia Maldanado – President and Founder\, Little Fish Media\n \n\nPatricia Maldanado is a former newspaper reporter who made the switch to public relations in 2009. Ms. Maldonado worked as a reporter for The Naples Daily News\, The Associated Press and the Miami Herald\, where she was a member of the Pulitzer Prize team of reporters\, editors and researchers awarded the top prize in journalism for the coverage of local city elections that were overturned.\n\nMs. Maldonado served as communications director for the Human Services Coalition (now Catalyst Miami)\, a Miami nonprofit that launched an initiative to promote the Earned Income Tax Credit and free tax preparation to lower-income families in Miami-Dade and Broward counties. She also spent time as a communications coordinator for the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation.\n\nPatricia has also taught mass communications at Miami Dade College. She was a member of the WLRN Community Advisory Board and served as chair of the City of Miami Community Relations Board\, a volunteer group that works to foster mutual understanding\, tolerance\, and respect among the city’s diverse populations. She gives DIY PR workshops for SCORE chapters in Broward and Palm Beach counties\, as well as help with their PR and social media strategies.
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/essential-pr-tools-and-tactics-elevate-the-visibility-of-your-business-while-being-sheltered-in-place
CATEGORIES:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200513T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200513T153000
DTSTAMP:20260509T092345
CREATED:20200511T155433Z
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SUMMARY:Power Talks Communication Skills For Women Leaders - Building Trust Among Teams & Clients
DESCRIPTION:Power Talks is designed to build a network of women in business in the Tulsa\, Oklahoma area who will enhance their communication and leadership abilities through shared perspectives and working together. \nThis course will provide a conversation intelligence dashboard\, the ladder of conclusion and teach how to see conversational blind spots. \nFacilitator: Lissa Qualls \nThis workshop will be conducted online using ZOOM Meeting. Prior to the start of the workshop\, you will be emailed instructions for logging into the meeting.  If you opt to call in to the number provided\, you will be unable to “see” all the features\, but will be able to hear the webinar. If possible\, we encourage you to take full advantage of the interactive training by using the link provided in the registration confirmation email you will receive prior to the training to join us “in person” using your phone or computer’s camera. \nNOTICE  – Choctaw Tribal Members who own a business in or reside in the 10½ Choctaw Counties may be eligible for a Choctaw Small Business Development Scholarship to pay for this training workshop. To qualify for the Choctaw Business Training Scholarship\, please contact Natalie Gilliam\, ngilliam@choctawnation.com to provide your date of birth for Choctaw Tribal Membership verification purposes. Upon verification\, you will be notified. \nPartners: Lobeck Taylor Family Foundation and REI Women’s Business Center. \nYou will be redirected to PayPal to pay for registration. Fee is non-refundable. If you cannot attend\, your registration may be able to be transferred to another workshop. \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/power-talks-communication-skills-for-women-leaders-building-trust-among-teams-clients
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Online,REI WBC,Shawnee Business
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200507T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200507T143000
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SUMMARY:Navigating Long-Term Uncertainty and the Aftermath of Disruption
DESCRIPTION:Key to any leadership role is the ability to provide a sense of informed direction and a sense of calm when situational demands exceed internal resources. Uncertainty can cause us to feel ‘blind’ and unsure about our own strengths and intuition. \nThis webinar\, presented by The Crisis Tamer Lisa Dinhofer\, will provide ‘navigational tools’ for working with uncertainty and planning for the aftermath of disruption. \nThis session will provide practical steps for: \n\nIdentifying the often missed opportunities of ‘not knowing’\nEffectively using clarity\, ‘knowing’ and confidence during disruption\nFinding gold in the ‘gap’ between the problem and finding the solution\nThe critical role Values play in managing uncertainty for yourself and your team\nPlanning for what we never think about in the aftermath of disruption\n\nWe’ve extended this webinar to allow for more questions and on-the-spot coaching around this topic. With change happening at an accelerated pace\, this timely presentation will be updated to resonate with what’s happening up to the date of this session.\nPresented by Lisa Dinhofer\, MA\, CT – The Crisis Tamer\n\n \n\nLisa Dinhofer\, MA\, CT is The Crisis Tamer. She works with subject matter and circumstances most people turn away from. Lisa mentors companies past traumatic events\, workplace abuse and disastrous communications to regain stability and establish a new normal. Lisa was an employee at the World Trade Center during the 1993 bombing and was still working in NYC during 9/11. She draws from those first hand experiences of trauma in the workplace and lessons learned from other workplace tragedies. \nLisa is a certified Thanatologist\, trained counselor and communication expert with over 18 years of professional experience training\, consulting\, coaching and speaking on effective messaging and situational management for traumatic or unexpected loss\, workplace bullying and sexual harassment\, difficult conversations and unintended outcomes\, chronic conflict and performance development within high intensity front-line occupations and business environments.
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/navigating-long-term-uncertainty-and-the-aftermath-of-disruption
CATEGORIES:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200506T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200506T100000
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SUMMARY:Manage Your Business Remotely in Times of Uncertainty
DESCRIPTION:Discover tools\, tips and resources to help you manage your business remotely during the COVID-19 crisis. Learn how to update critical business information online to keep customers informed\, host virtual meetings and events\, and access documents from anywhere. We’ll also share the latest resources from Google and other partners to help support small businesses. \n\nAudience: Small Businesses\, Non-Profits \nProducts: GMB\, Ads\, G-Suite: Gmail\, Hangouts\, Docs \nWhen: Wednesday\, May 6th\n9:00AM – 10:00AM PT / 12:00PM – 1:00PM ET
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/manage-your-business-remotely-in-times-of-uncertainty
CATEGORIES:Online
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SUMMARY:Marketing Advice to Combat an Economic Downturn
DESCRIPTION:Wondering how to market your business during the economic downturn related to coronavirus (COVID-19)?  Consistent\, clear communication with your customers is vital\, so they understand when\, how\, and where they can still do business with you. \n\nJoin marketing maven and host of the Small Business Revolution\, Amanda Brinkman\, as she outlines actionable marketing strategies to help you weather the storm. \nIn this webinar\, you’ll learn how to: \n\n\nUse your website to keep customers informed of critical information\, such as how they can still purchase from you\nEngage with your followers on social media\, even if they aren’t buying right now\nUpdate your directory listings\, like Google My Business\, to communicate critical information like offering curbside pickup\, even if your business is closed\nUse email marketing to keep your customers updated on the latest changes to your business\, due to COVID-19\nTake advantage of other marketing channels for brick and mortar locations\, like print marketing and signage\, so customers can quickly and easily understand how to engage with your business\n\n\nPresented by Amanda Brinkman\n \n\nAmanda Brinkman is the Chief Brand Officer at Deluxe and creator\, producer and host of the hit series Small Business Revolution. Alongside celebrity entrepreneur Robert Herjavec and renovation icon Ty Pennington\, Brinkman showcases her love for small towns by spearheading efforts to revitalize entire communities and providing makeovers to small businesses across America. \nAmanda is a nationally renowned brand expert\, public speaker\, and Forbes contributor. Her acclaimed career spans groundbreaking campaigns for brands like BMW\, Reebok and Sony\, in addition to her role as an inspiring female executive at Fortune 500 and Fortune 1000 companies. \n\nSponsored by Deluxe Corporation \n 
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/marketing-advice-to-combat-an-economic-downturn
CATEGORIES:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200421T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200421T130000
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SUMMARY:How Volunteering Can Help Small Businesses Grow in Your Community
DESCRIPTION:“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\nThis 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 and how volunteering with SCORE will help you\, the small businesses we serve\, and your community! \nIn recognition of National Volunteer Month\, we are thrilled to have Acting CEO of SCORE Association Bridget Weston and SCORE Certified Mentor and District Director Ed Coleman share their expertise with the SCORE audience. \nPresented by Bridget Weston – Acting CEO of SCORE Association \n \n\nBridget Weston is the Acting 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. In her 10 years with the organization\, she has developed an in-depth understanding of the needs and challenges of our volunteers and has established significant relationships on the Hill. \nThrough her unwavering commitment and passion for SCORE’s success\, Ms. Weston motivates\, directs and provides guidance to SCORE’s staff\, its 300+ chapters and over 10\,000 volunteers. \n\nPresented by Ed Coleman – SCORE Certified Mentor and District Director\, Washington D.C. Chapter\n \n\nOver 40 years experience in Retail and Catalog/Direct Marketing businesses. This 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. \nSenior executive roles at six multi-channel Retail/Direct Marketing businesses; including Sears\, National Geographic Catalog and Retail Stores\, National Wildlife Federation and HoneyBaked Ham. Accountability included general management\, strategy development\, business operations\, product development\, financial planning and management\, and information technology.
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/how-volunteering-can-help-small-businesses-grow-in-your-community
CATEGORIES:Online
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SUMMARY:National Resources and Policy Updates for Small Businesses Impacted by COVID-19
DESCRIPTION:There are many programs and initiatives intended to assist small business owners\, due to the impact of the coronavirus outbreak. Do you know which one is right for your business? \nAttend this timely webinar\, presented by Brian Pifer with the Small Business Majority\, to learn about the new loan programs made available by the CARES Act\, resources related to COVID-19 and policy recommendations to bolster small business owners right now. \nWe’ll cover: \n\nThe Payroll Protection Program(PPP)\nEconomic Injury Disaster Loans(EIDL)\nState and local emergency relief funds\nNonprofit\, mission-driven lending\n\nWe’ve extended the length of this webinar to address as many audience questions as possible during the Q&A segment.\nPresented by Brian Pifer – Small Business Majority\n \n\nBrian 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. \nHe builds partnerships with organizations that serve small business owners\, evaluates the program’s activities and impact\, and oversees the development of Venturize to ensure it is the one-stop hub for the nation’s entrepreneurs. He manages the website’s MatchFinder tool\, which connects entrepreneurs to mission-driven lending partners.  
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/national-resources-and-policy-updates-for-small-businesses-impacted-by-covid-19
CATEGORIES:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200414T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200414T110000
DTSTAMP:20260509T092345
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SUMMARY:7 Behaviors That Put Entrepreneurs At Risk
DESCRIPTION:Building a business isn’t easy but did you know that you might be sabotaging your efforts with seven flawed behaviors?  Understanding these behaviors will increase your confidence\, productivity\, and sales!  Reversing your own dysfunctional patterns will immediately shift the success of your business. \nIn this session\, presented by executive coach and dynamic facilitator Monique Daigneault\, MS you’ll learn: \n\nThe 7 dysfunctional thinking patterns\nHow to identify which of these toxic behaviors are negatively impacting your success\nTechniques to mitigate the risk of this toxicity by improving your cognitive agility\nStrategies to help you stop derailing yourself and increase emotional discipline\n\nPresented by Monique Diagneault\, MS \n \n\n\nMonique Daigneault is a seasoned Human Resources professional who contributes over three decades of corporate and entrepreneurial experience. As an executive coach and dynamic facilitator\, Monique is known for her directive\, yet collaborative\, approach in her work with clients. \nShe has the unique ability to build immediate trust and quickly get clients into alignment with their true values and desired direction.
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/7-behaviors-that-put-entrepreneurs-at-risk
CATEGORIES:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200409T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200409T133000
DTSTAMP:20260509T092345
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SUMMARY:Coronavirus and Your Small Business: Live Q&A with SCORE Mentors
DESCRIPTION:Small businesses have been hurt deeply by the coronavirus\, and the impact will be felt for months. We know you have questions and need help now. SCORE is here for you with our trusted business mentors and resources.\n\nJoin SCORE’s expert\, business mentors for this LIVE Q&A webinar where we’ll address your questions and concerns regarding the current crisis to help you adapt your business and weather the storm.\n\nYou can submit questions during registration and during the LIVE webinar.\nPresented by SCORE Mentors: \nSuzanne McGrath – Washington DC Chapter\n \nWith over 15 years’ experience as a retailer\, restaurant owner\, and event developer\, I can help clients who are running or thinking of starting a retail business\, restaurant\, or other food or beverage-related business (cafes\, caterers\, etc.). \nFrank LaMonaca – Southeastern CT Chapter\n \n38 years of business experience across the US\, Europe\, Asia and South America. 21 years in commercial banking serving the small business community. 17 years financial services experience with UPS Capital Corp.\, a wholly-owned subsidiary of United Parcel Service. \nJohn G. Tile – Susquehanna Chapter\n \n42 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.
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/coronavirus-and-your-small-business-live-qa-with-score-mentors
CATEGORIES:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200409T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200409T120000
DTSTAMP:20260509T092345
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SUMMARY:EIDL & PPP APPLICATION- ONLINE ZOOM TRAINING
DESCRIPTION:Zoom Training: Oklahoma SBDC advisors to assist business owners with completing their EIDL & PPP Applications. THIS IS AN ONLINE TRAINING ONLY. NOTE: After registering for this workshop\, we will email you the ZOOM information you will need in order to join the training call. \nSpeaker(s): Dana Hugle – OKSBDC \nCo-Sponsor(s): Stigler Chamber of Commerce\, Wilburton Chamber of Commerce\, Wilburton Main Street \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. 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.” \nFee: No Cost \nRegister Online\nAlready Registered? Sign in for more information.\n\n\n\n\nPhone: 918-465-1754\nEmail: Dana.Hugle@oksbdc.org\n\n\n \n\n\nLOCATION\n\n\nWilburton SBDC\n1301 W Main Mitchell Hall Training Room #119 Wilburton\, OK 74578
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/eidl-ppp-application-online-zoom-training
CATEGORIES:Online
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