Citizen Potawatomi Community Development Corporation

A Simple Recipe for Social Media Success
2020-06-24 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago) | ONLINE
Social media can be overwhelming and often feels like you’re just spinning your wheels. In a time of such uncertainty it’s important to know where to be, how to be engaging, and how to get results – all with a limited amount of time and resources.
In this webinar, Digital Marketing Expert Jenna Shaffer will provide a recipe for social media that saves time and gets results to grow your business.
You’ll learn:
Which platforms are best for your business to be communicating through, right now
The 15-minute social media plan to strategically execute your strategy
Getting started in the pay-to-play world of social media
Presented by Jenna Shaffer
Digital marketing expert, Jenna Shaffer, brings her vast knowledge to thousands of small businesses and nonprofits helping them maximize their marketing success. With over a decade of experience at Constant Contact, Jenna has taken on various roles but has most recently enjoyed her most current role as a Programs Marketing Manager and public speaker.
Born and raised in a family of small business owners, she is passionate and inspired by small business owners and is highly driven to help them succeed.
Sponsored by Constant Contact
Access additional resources from Constant Contact and take advantage of Real-Time Mentoring from SCORE Certified Mentors: https://www.score.org/real-time-mentoring

SBA DISASTER LOAN TRAINING
2020-06-24 15:00 - 16:00
Topic: Financing
Zoom Training: Oklahoma SBDC advisors to assist business owners with completing their EIDL (Emergency Injury Disaster Loan) & PPP (Paycheck Protection Program) applications, as well as the paperwork after disbursement. THIS IS AN ONLINE TRAINING ONLY. NOTE: After registering for this workshop – on the day of the training – we will email you the ZOOM information you will need in order to join the training call.
Speaker(s): Dr. Samantha Lankford – Advisor OKSBDC/Cameron University (slankford@cameron.edu)
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.”

Virtual Training: Business Tax Basics & Ask the Expert
2020-06-25 10:00 - 11:30
Join us as we watch the Oklahoma Tax Commission video webinar which offers information on business formation, business structures, sales tax exemption, new business registration in Oklahoma and explanation of the primary business tax forms. As an added bonus, Savannah Dixon of Vann Dixon, CPA will be on hand for a Q&A after the video is presented to answer any specific questions.
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.

First Peoples Fund Resilience Webinar Series "Protecting Your Online Images" with Robert Martinez (Northern Arapaho Tribe of the Wind River Nation)
2020-06-29 13:00 - 14:00
June 1st: “The Value of Values for First Peoples’ Artists” with Ben Sherman (Oglala Lakota)
Summary:
Your career as an artist is a crucial life endeavor. Success in your artistry will depend on how well you prepare yourself for your career. That preparation involves the development of artistic skills, business skills, personal disciplines and relationships. Furthermore, our belief is that any worthwhile endeavor in life must possess a vision, supported by a firm foundation of core values. Core values serve as guideposts to shape the character and content of your life’s vision. Adopting core values such as generosity, respect, humility and integrity can boost your image, identity and relationships in ways that are beneficial to your art career. This webinar will discuss ways of discovering and adopting values from your own observations and experiences with role models. Positive values can be found all around you — among your relatives, friends, teachers and community leaders.
June 15th: “Artist Negotiations” with Kaloku Holt (Native Hawaiian)
June 29th: “Protecting Your Online Images” with Robert Martinez (Northern Arapaho Tribe of the Wind River Nation)
**Webinar topics and trainers will be added as they are confirmed**
The newly created FPF Resilience Series has been developed to continue our work to enhance the business and entrepreneurial skills of Native artists and culture bearers, as well as expand our virtual community during these rapidly changing times. Every week, First Peoples Fund and our nationally recognized Native Artist Professional Development (NAPD) trainers will deliver values-based, topic-focused webinar (Mondays), followed by technical assistance office hours (Wednesdays) to follow-up on and answer any questions regarding the Monday webinar.

How to Create a Social Media strategy to Relaunch Your Business
2020-06-30 13:00 - 14:00
Social media can be one of your most effective and affordable marketing tools if used properly. To ensure you get the best results you need to develop social media strategy to relaunch your business.
At this webinar you’ll learn:
· Which social media tools are ideal for your business.
· How to develop your own social media strategy.
· How to produce content your audience wants to read or watch.
· Where to find content to share with your community
· How to track results.
· Small business case studies you can learn from.

First Peoples Fund Resilience Webinar Series: Virtual Office Hour July 1st: "Protecting Your Online Images" with Robert Martinez (Northern Arapaho Tribe of the Wind River Nation)
2020-07-01 14:00 - 15:00
– June 17th: “Artist Negotiations” with Kaloku Holt (Native Hawaiian)
– July 1st: “Protecting Your Online Images” with Robert Martinez (Northern Arapaho Tribe of the Wind River Nation)
The newly created FPF Resilience Webinar Series has been developed to continue our work to enhance the business and entrepreneurial skills of Native artists and culture bearers, as well as expand our virtual community during these rapidly changing times.
Every week, First Peoples Fund and our nationally recognized Native Artist Professional Development (NAPD) trainers will deliver values-based, topic-focused webinar (Mondays), followed by technical assistance (TA) office hours (Wednesdays) to follow-up on and answer any questions regarding the Monday webinar.

How To Protect & Grow the Value of Your Business During a Pandemic
2020-07-02 10:00 - 11:00
The coronavirus recession is unlike anything business owners have experienced before, with many businesses plunged into crisis and extreme uncertainty overnight. Unfortunately, many businesses won’t survive this crisis, but for the ones that do, there are always opportunities in crisis.
In this webinar, Ashley Micciche, a certified business exit planner and CEO of True North Retirement Advisors, will help business owners understand the value of their business today, as well as how to take advantage of the abundance of opportunities that exist for business owners to protect and grow their business value.
We’ll cover:
How to value your business in less than 10 minutes
A simple and easy way to protect your business, your employees, and your key stakeholders if you decease or become disabled
Why the combination of low valuations and favorable taxes make now an ideal time for family businesses to transfer ownership to the next
generation, and why this opportunity may soon evaporate
How a strategic acquisition can accelerate your future growth
Presented by Ashley Micciche
Ashley Micciche is the CEO of True North Retirement Advisors, an independent financial advisory firm managing over $250 million in client assets, and located just outside of Portland, Oregon.
Ashley specializes in designing, building, and implementing custom-designed exit plans to help her business owner clients secure their final and most important business decision – the exit from their business.

Virtual Training: Introduction to Google Ads
2020-07-07 10:00 - 11:30
Join us for an introduction to Google Ads. In this free, virtual session you’ll learn how Google Ads can be designed to grow your business. We’ll cover:
What they are and how they work
How to create, maintain, and manage them
Tips and strategies for getting great results
We’ll have plenty of time for Q&A with the instructor at the end of the session, so come ready with your questions!
Presenter: Stephen Koranda, CDME, CTA, is a 20-plus year marketing professional.
Koranda is Principal and Sr. Consultant for Back To You Marketing, a marketing agency and tourism consultancy firm based in Norman, Oklahoma, that counsels small businesses on their marketing initiatives to grow their business. Koranda speaks regularly on marketing, sales, social media, email marketing, and customer service. Koranda is the Authorized Local Expert for Constant Contact, the email service provider and marketing toolkit.
If you have not done so already, please take a few minutes to fill out our Business Assessment Form here https://reiwbc.org/business-assessment-form/, and you will then receive the Zoom training link. This is *extra* important during this time because it helps us justify our federal funding. We appreciate you taking a minute to complete it!
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.

Engaging Your Audience On Social Media
2020-07-09 10:00 - 12:00
Effectively communicating with your target audience on social media is more important than ever. In order to attract the right audience, you must understand what your target audience is looking for and what hole in the market you are currently filling. Gain the tools needed to engage with your choice audience increasing your social media presence and increasing your sales.
Presenters: Sara Orellana-Paape, 3Raptor Consulting
If you have not done so already, please take a few minutes to fill out our Business Assessment Form here https://reiwbc.org/business-assessment-form/, and you will then receive the Zoom training link. This is *extra* important during this time because it helps us justify our federal funding. We appreciate you taking a minute to complete it!
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.

Productize - Steps for Turning Your Service Into a Product
2020-07-09 13:00 - 14:00
Service companies have been among the worst hit by this pandemic. Consumers and businesses have drastically cut their expenditures on services to conserve cash and avoid human contact. However, we’re still buying products that meet an immediate need.
To capitalize on this flight to purchase products that meet an immediate need, service providers need to “productize their service”.
Join this webinar presented by one of the U.S. top business-to-business marketers John Warrillow and Director of Business Market Development Brian Trzcinski, who will share how to do just that!
Presented by John Warrillow
John Warrillow founded The Value Builder System™ to level the playing field for business owners as they approach their exit. The Value Builder System has 55,000 users world wide who leverage the system to grow their company’s value by as much at 71%. John’s best-selling book, Built to Sell: Creating a Business That Can Thrive Without You, was recognized by both Fortune and Inc. Magazine as one of the best business books of 2011 and has been translated into four languages.
John is also the host of Built to Sell Radio, ranked by Forbes Magazine as one of the world’s 10 best podcasts for business owners. In 2015, John wrote another best-selling book: The Automatic Customer: Creating A Subscription Business In Any Industry.
Presented by David Trzincski
Brian A. Trzcinski has spent his entire career as a marketing professional in the financial services industry. He has been with MassMutual since 2006, serving as Director of Life Product Marketing, Regional Marketing Director, and currently, Director Business Market Development.
In his current role, Brian is responsible for all marketing programs aimed at assisting the business owner marketplace, including research, educational content, strategic partnerships and sales tool development.
Sponsored by MassMutual

Virtual Training: Understanding SBA’s 8(a) Certification
2020-07-15 10:00 - 11:00
If you’re interested in selling supplies or services to federal agencies and think you might qualify as a small disadvantaged business, this session is for you. The federal government’s goal is to award at least five percent of all federal contracting dollars to small disadvantaged businesses each year as part of the SBA’s 8(a) Business Development Program. Joining the 8(a) program makes your business eligible to compete for the program’s set-aside contracts and helps provide a level playing field for small businesses owned by socially and economically disadvantaged people or entities.
In this online session, presenter Lesa Steele with REI Native American Business Center will discuss:
Benefits of SBA’s 8(a) Business Development Program
Qualifications and Eligibility
How to begin the certification process
We’ll have plenty of time for Q&A with the presenter at the end of the session, so come ready with your questions!
Presenter: Lesa Steele, REI Native American Business Center Coordinator
Lesa is responsible for providing minority entrepreneurs with business and technical assistance, business consulting, client assessments and opportunity evaluation.
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.
For more information contact Jennifer Edwards or Lori Smith at 800.658.2823.

SBA Covid-19 Loan Q&A for Small Businesses
2020-07-16 11:00 - 12:00
11 a.m., Thursday, July 16, 2020
Link: https://meet.lync.com/sba123/lpweathe/HBD3PTD6
Conference ID: 984816279
Contact: Tina Schreiner, Bettina.Schreiner@sba.gov
Join by phone/Toll number: +1 (202) 765-1264,,984816279# (Dial-in Number)

Connect with Customers and Manage Your Business Remotely
2020-07-16 13:00 - 14:00
Can your business effectively stay connected to customers while working from home during the coronavirus outbreak? With the right tools and communication plan, you can build long lasting connections with your clients and customers, from any location.
This webinar, presented by digital marketing expert Randi Penfil, will introduce digital tools that can help business owners strengthen connections while working and managing their business remotely.
We’ll discuss how to:
Update critical business information online
Keep customers informed
Conduct virtual meetings
Access important files from anywhere
Plus, get insights on more online and timely resources for small businesses
Presented by Randi Penfil
Randi is a speaker for the Grow with Google partner program. She has more than 20 years of experience helping small businesses and nonprofits improve their digital marketing.
As a professional speaker and trainer, Randi has educated thousands of small businesses and entrepreneurs. Before becoming a Google-supported trainer, Randi educated and trained SMBs for Constant Contact as the Mid-Atlantic Regional Development Director.
She brings enthusiasm and experience to every workshop and conversation about digital marketing. Her passion is helping small businesses take control of their digital footprint.
Sponsored by Grow with Google

Virtual Training: How To Do Business With The Government
2020-07-16 13:00 - 15:00
The Kiamichi Technology Centers Procurement Technical Assistance Center (PTAC) provides marketing and technical assistance to businesses & industry clients interested in selling products and services to federal, state and local governments. The primary purpose of PTAC is to expand the economy in Southeast Oklahoma by providing specific, tangible resources to Oklahoma business and industry clients through job retention and growth.
Presenter: Ron DeGiacomo, OkPTAC Coordinator
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: Understanding Facebook, Google, & Yelp Reviews
2020-07-21 10:00 - 11:30
It’s not enough to just set up a few listing and review sites. It’s important to know how to use these sites in a way that’s going to generate business and make potential buyers want to learn more. You’ll learn:
1. Where to be and how to optimize your profiles.
2. How to encourage people to leave reviews.
3. How to maintain your listing and review the pages over time.
4. How to maintain your listing and review pages over time.
Stephen Koranda with Back to You Marketing will be the training expert for this online event.
Thank you for registering for a WBC workshop. We look forward to connecting with you!
If you have not done so already, please take a few minutes to fill out our Business Assessment Form here https://reiwbc.org/business-assessment-form/, and you will then receive the Zoom training link. This is *extra* important during this time because it helps us justify our federal funding. We appreciate you taking a minute to complete it!
Funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. WBC 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.

Prepare to Persevere - The Future of Technology & Business
2020-07-21 13:00 - 14:00
The coronavirus crisis will be the catalyst for small businesses to make big changes now, and in the future, in order to persevere and thrive.
Join Steve Hoffman, investor, author, and CEO of Founders Space, as he discusses the latest trends in technology and how they will affect businesses. He’ll discuss new opportunities and where venture capitalists are focusing their attention and investments.
You’ll discover:
Where are the new opportunities?
What technological breakthroughs will shape industries and our economy in the coming years?
And how can you prepare to take advantage of this?
Presented by Steve Hoffman
Steve Hoffman, or Captain Hoff as he’s called in Silicon Valley, is the Chairman & CEO of Founders Space, one of the world’s leading incubators and accelerators. He’s also an angel investor, limited partner at August Capital, serial entrepreneur, and author of several award-winning books. These include Make Elephants Fly published by Hachette and Surviving a Startup published by HarperCollins.
Hoffman was the Founder and Chairman of the Producers Guild Silicon Valley Chapter, Board of Governors of the New Media Council, and founding member of the Academy of Television’s Interactive Media Group.

Virtual Training: QuickBooks Desktop Q&A Ask The Expert
2020-07-22 10:00 - 11:00
Don’t have time for an all day workshop? Need help with something specific? Participants in this Q&A virtual workshop will have the opportunity to Ask The Expert how to do certain QuickBooks functions like examine accounts, enter and pay vendors, record deposits, reconcile bank statement, customized reports and other business accounting functions. Quickbooks Desktop is used for the training.
Please submit two specific topics you want addressed to mherndon@reiok.org after you register. Thank you!
Space is limited! Register early online!
Speaker: Savanna Dixon, Vann Dixon CPA
Partners: Vann Dixon CPA and REI Women’s Business Center.
If you have not done so already, please take a few minutes to fill out our Business Assessment Form here https://reiwbc.org/business-assessment-form/, and you will then receive the Zoom training link. This is *extra* important during this time because it helps us justify our federal funding. We appreciate you taking a minute to complete it!
Funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. WBC and 7ja 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: QuickBooks Online Q&A Ask The Expert
2020-07-22 13:00 - 14:00
Don’t have time for an all day workshop? Need help with something specific? Participants in this Q&A virtual workshop will have the opportunity to Ask The Expert how to do certain QuickBooks functions like examine accounts, enter and pay vendors, record deposits, reconcile bank statement, customized reports and other business accounting functions. Quickbooks Online is used for the training.
Please submit two specific topics you want addressed to mherndon@reiok.org after you register. Thank you!
Space is limited! Register early online!
Speaker: Savanna Dixon, Vann Dixon CPA
Partners: Vann Dixon CPA and REI Women’s Business Center.
If you have not done so already, please take a few minutes to fill out our Business Assessment Form here https://reiwbc.org/business-assessment-form/, and you will then receive the Zoom training link. This is *extra* important during this time because it helps us justify our federal funding. We appreciate you taking a minute to complete it!
Funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. WBC and 7ja 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.

Retail Revelations - Strategies for Improving Sales, Margins, and Turnover
2020-07-23 13:00 - 14:00
This time presents unique challenges for retailers of all sizes, across industry and geographical boundaries. It’s more important than ever to be doing the right things that directly impact your retail business surviving and thriving – even amidst the most challenging of times.
In this webinar, presented by retail expert and SCORE mentor Ritchie Sayner, you will learn why retailers fall prey to the non-profit cycle and how to rise above it.
We will discuss:
The concept of inventory turnover and why it is vital to cash flow and revenue growth
How initial markup impacts profitability as well as strategies for controlling markdowns
The advantages and disadvantages to online selling that you MUST be aware of
And more….
Presented by Ritchie Sayner
Mr. Ritchie Sayner is a SCORE mentor in the Kansas City, MO chapter offering his expertise in retailing to SCORE clients as well as in-business retailers.
Sayner has worked with retailers in nearly every industry segment. He specializes in helping retailers improve profitability through better inventory control, faster turnover, increased margin, strengthened cash flow, sales increases, and expense control. In addition to conducting local workshops, and counseling SCORE clients, Sayner is the author of “Retail Revelations-Strategies for Improving Sales, Margins, and Turnover.”

Virtual Training: Understanding SBA's HUBZone Certification
2020-07-23 13:00 - 15:00
If you are interested in selling your supplies or services to federal agencies you should learn about the SBA’s HUBZone certification. Joining the HUBZone program makes your business eligible to compete for the program’s set-aside contracts. The HUBZone program encourages economic development and employment growth in HUBZone areas by providing increased access to those set-aside federal contracting opportunities.
Presenter: Ron DeGiacomo, OkPTAC Coordinator
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: Creating Measurable Goals
2020-07-29 13:00 - 15:00
Funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. WBC 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: How To Write a Business Plan
2020-08-04 10:00 - 11:30
This workshop will take you through the step-by-step process of developing a business plan. While each 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
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.

Enid Women In Business: Virtual Networking
2020-08-04 12:00 - 13:00
Join us for some Virtual Networking! It’s a great time to reconnect and support each other and our businesses. This virtual networking event will provide an opportunity to unite, learn from a time of some facilitated conversation, share resources, and encourage each other.
This 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.
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 Workshop: What’s Keeping you up at Night?
2020-08-05 12:00 - 14:00
An Entrepreneur’s Guide to Good Dreams “The scary thing about being an entrepreneur is that you have no idea which piece could put you under if you don’t do it right.” During this session, we are going to discuss financial stress, cash flow, overwhelming workloads, people problems, and planning for the future. We’re going to spend time building individual development plans to help you rest better and improve your business operations!
Presenters: Jack Hedrick-Lightfoot
Funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. WBC 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.

Reopening and Staying Open - How to Assess the Past 60 Days and Prepare for What's Next
2020-08-06 12:00 - 13:00
If you’re like many businesses, you are probably working overtime to navigate the ever-changing landscape created by C19. Whether you’ve already reopened or will be opening this summer, August will be an ideal time to assess what you’ve experienced already and develop a strategic plan for the rest of the year.
This session, presented by SCORE mentor Suzanne McGrath, will help business owners – including retailers and restaurants – learn from the experience they’ve had over the summer to:
Create a pro forma Profit & Loss statement as a basis for planning the next 12 months
Minimize costs and maximize revenue through market positioning
Develop strategies for dealing with capacity limits, especially in a restaurant context
Consider how to plan for a potential second wave as well as long term changes in consumer behavior
Analyze options for dealing with lease issues
The goal of this webinar is to address these very real issues that will continue to pose existential challenges to many businesses at least through the next year.
Presented by Suzanne McGrath
With over 15 years’ experience as a retailer, restaurant owner, and event developer, Suzanne helps clients who are running or thinking of starting a retail business, restaurant, or other food or beverage-related business (cafes, caterers, etc.). She provides guidance on concept development, the start-up process, marketing, and operations, as well as defining and solving business problems.
Prior experience as a lawyer also enables her to assist with avoiding and addressing legal issues.
Sponsored by Progressive Commercial Insurance

How to Leverage a Virtual Assistant in a Pandemic
2020-08-11 10:00 - 11:00
A Virtual Assistant can be a valuable asset for any business but especially when resources are scarce and access to funds is limited, such as during the current pandemic. Leveraging a VA can help you manage your time more effectively and allow you to focus on activities that translate faster to business development and growth.
In this webinar, presented by Owner of Virtual Assist USA Danielle Julia Cuomo, you’ll learn:
How outsourcing can save your business
How to plan versus panic in times of uncertainty
How you can afford a Virtual Assistant
How to figure out what to delegate to a Virtual Assistant
Presented by Danielle Julia Cuomo
Danielle Julia Cuomo, owner of business services firm Virtual Assist USA, is an award-winning entrepreneur and author. Virtual Assist USA is an early disrupter and leading provider of virtual assistant services that help to keep thousands of companies on track, focused, and growing. Under her innovative leadership, Virtual Assist USA has continued to grow every year and is a top reviewed company in this space. In addition to working with Virtual Assist USA, Danielle had served as a board member, committee member & volunteer for various charities. She is also an ongoing entrepreneurial advisor for Reese International and was honored as a featured mentor at Chatham University.
Danielle is a seasoned professional with more than 12 years of experience starting, developing, and leading local and national businesses across a variety of growth industries. Danielle is a graduate of The Pennsylvania State University, where she received her Bachelor’s Degree and Master’s in Business Administration. She believes in the power of small businesses and the American dream and says “Small businesses are the lifeline of America. I hope to continue to contribute by making my client’s dreams come true, which is the most rewarding of all.”

Virtual Training: QuickBooks Desktop: All About Lists
2020-08-11 13:00 - 15:30
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 Tacking 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
Funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. WBC 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 SWOT Analysis Fundamentals-An Easy Way to Ensure Your Business Succeeds
2020-08-13 12:00 - 13:00
A SWOT (strengths.weaknesses.opportunities.threats.) analysis is fundamental in identifying the critical factors of your business and the foundation of developing your strategic plan for a successful future.
This session, presented by John G. Tile “Principle” Advisor for LITE Advisors and Susquehanna SCORE Chapter Chair, will cover the key aspects of a SWOT analysis and how it fits into your business’s strategic plan.
Attend this webinar to:
Learn what a SWOT analysis is and why it is so important – through real-life examples
Understand where the SWOT analysis fits in the strategic planning process
Develop an understanding of how to do a SWOT analysis for your business
Presented by John G. 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.

Virtual Training: Business Tax Basics & Ask the Expert
2020-08-18 10:00 - 11:30
Join us to view an informative video presentation from the Oklahoma Tax Commission, which offers detailed information on: business formation, business structures, sales tax exemption, new business registration in Oklahoma and explanation of the primary business tax forms. Following the video, we’ll hear from Savannah Dixon of Vann Dixon, CPA who will provide further information on small business tax concerns and answer any specific questions from participants.
Presenters: 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.

Closing a Business – How to Legally Close Your Company
2020-08-20 12:00 - 13:00
In trying times, you may be looking to close or sell a business.
Join Deborah Sweeney, a former corporate and intellectual property attorney turned entrepreneur, and learn key considerations for the process of closing your business.
In this webinar, you’ll learn how to:
Determine the value of your business
Find a buyer
Avoid fines, fees or continued liability by selling or legally closing your company
Communicate your plan with employees, customers and partners
Presented by Deborah Sweeney
Deborah Sweeney is the GM & VP, Small Business Services at Deluxe Corporation. She is an advocate for protecting personal and professional assets for business owners and entrepreneurs. She has extensive experience in the entrepreneurial industry as the CEO of MyCorporation.com, a leader in online legal filing services that provides startup bundles including corporation and LLC formation, registered agent, DBA, and trademark and copyright filing services.
Deborah has been involved in the formation of hundreds of thousands of MyCorporation’s customers. With her extensive experience in the field of corporate and intellectual property law, Deborah provides insightful commentary on who should consider incorporation and trademark registration.
Sponsored by Deluxe Corporation
