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SUMMARY:How to Find Opportunities and Test Your Ideas When Existing Assumptions are Challenged
DESCRIPTION:The global COVID-19 pandemic has significantly impacted small businesses everywhere. \nBut opportunities are still out there for those small business owners who know how to identify new markets\, can adjust their methods to connect with customers\, and are able to minimize unnecessary investments by testing new approaches before committing resources. \nIn this session\, Head of Marketing Partnerships with Yahoo Small Business Dan Breeden will give you tips from actual small business owners on: \n\nIdentifying new business opportunities and target markets\nUnderstanding where great ideas come from — and which may be profitable\nHow to research new products or services that you should provide\nWhat you need to do to connect with new target markets\nHow to test your ideas before you launch\n\n\nPresented by Dan Breeden \n\n\nDan Breeden is the head of marketing partnerships for Yahoo Small Business\, where he manages strategic partnerships\, agency marketing\, and public relations. \nDan has been at Yahoo since 2006 and has led partner and marketing programs for a number of B2B and consumer initiatives. He’s been with Yahoo Small Business for the past eight years\, focusing on building a community of strategic partners\, developers and agencies who provide the tools and expertise that small businesses need to start\, build and grow successful companies. \nPrior to joining Yahoo\, Dan led marketing and was the editorial director for special publications for the San Jose Mercury News. There his efforts focused on helping small and medium size businesses connect with local customers\, particularly in home retail\, autos\, real estate\, and employment categories. Before switching to marketing\, he was a reporter and editor for daily newspapers around the Pacific. He continues to write small business advice articles on such publications as Inc.com.\, Ecommerce Times and DigitalCommerce360.
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/how-to-find-opportunities-and-test-your-ideas-when-existing-assumptions-are-challenged
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Free,Online,SCORE,Shawnee Business
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200529T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200529T103000
DTSTAMP:20260404T145312
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SUMMARY:Pivoting Your Marketing Efforts
DESCRIPTION:The Coronovirus has sent many of us home to work\, or we have shifted to an online platform. During this shift\, how do we promote our products and services? We will go over a 4-step checklist that small businesses should undertake during this time. \nThere will be plenty of time for Q&A with the instructor! \nPresenter: Stephen Koranda\, CDME\, CTA\, is a 20-plus year marketing professional. \nKoranda 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. \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. \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/pivoting-your-marketing-efforts
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Marketing,Online,REI WBC,Shawnee Business
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200602T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200602T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T145312
CREATED:20200511T184809Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200511T184809Z
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SUMMARY:10 Principles to Running a Virtual Company Extremely Well
DESCRIPTION:With the social distancing and remain-in-place orders around the country\, many companies have shifted to having part or all of their staff work remotely. But most companies have never learned the keys to doing this well.\n\nJoin bestselling business author and speaker David Finkel as he shares with you how to run a successful company “virtually”.\n\nYou’ll Learn:\n\n\nThe single most important shift you must make to harvest all the benefits of “virtual”\n\n\n5 tips to run virtual meetings that actually get stuff done\n\n\nHow to know if your staff is actually working (most companies get this wrong)\n\n\nHow to shrink the units of accountability so that your remote team succeeds\n\n\nPresented by David Finkel\n\n \nDavid Finkel is co-author of\, SCALE: 7 Proven Principles to Grow Your Business and Get Your Life Back (written with Priceline.com co-founder Jeff Hoffman)\, and one of the nation’s most respected business thinkers. A Wall Street Journal and Business Week bestselling author of 11 business books\, David’s a regular columnist for Inc.com\, FastComppany.com\, and Forbes.com. \nDavid is the CEO of Maui Mastermind®\, one of the nation’s premier business coaching companies.  Over the past 20 years\, David and the Maui coaching and advisor team have scaled and sold over $62 billion of businesses.
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/10-principles-to-running-a-virtual-company-extremely-well
LOCATION:OK
CATEGORIES:Online,SCORE,Shawnee Business
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200604T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200604T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T145312
CREATED:20200511T185122Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200511T185122Z
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SUMMARY:How Female Founders Can Innovate and Disrupt the World of Business
DESCRIPTION:The world of business is wide open to everyone who has an internet connection and the bravado to take it on. \nIn this webinar\, four exceptional women entrepreneurs Laurel Delaney\, Betsy Mikesell\, Angie White and Dr. Sonat Birnecker Hart will provide insights for women who want to innovate and disrupt the world of business – to grow faster\, stronger\, and soar globally for a better tomorrow. \nJoin this webinar to learn: \n\nHow to pivot a business in a crisis\nWhy women rule in the global marketplace\nHow to follow your passion and turn a family business into a global powerhouse\nWhat a Kickstarter campaign can do and why is it important to consider\nWho might be your next best partner in business\nHow setting up an ecommerce platform can take a business global\nWhy good design makes a strong first impression and establishing patents safeguards your invention\n\nPresented by Laurel Delaney\n \n\nLaurel J. Delaney is founder and president of Chicago-based GlobeTrade.com\, a management consulting company that helps entrepreneurs and small businesses go global.\n\nThe United States Small Business Administration has recognized Ms. Delaney as a world-renowned global small business expert by naming her the Illinois Exporter of the Year.\n\nLaurel also serves as President of the nonprofit Women Entrepreneurs Grow Global®.\n\nPresented by Betsy Mikesell\n \nInspired by the struggle of keeping her twin boy’s beds tidy\, Betsy created a zippered bedding prototype and launched Beddy’s with a 2014 Kickstarter campaign. Beddy’s growth has been recognized as one of Mountain West Capital’s Emerging Elite in 2017 and just four years after launch\, Beddy’s was named #270 on Inc’s 5000 after demonstrating a four-year growth of 2\,610%. \nThe Inc. 5000 list also revealed that Beddy’s ranked #9 as one of the 10 fastest-growing private companies in Utah. After five years of continual growth\, Betsy was named Entrepreneur of the Year by Salt Lake Chamber of Commerce in 2018. Beddy’s was recently chosen by Google as the only company to represent Utah in the Google Economic Report. \nPresented by Angie White\n\nAngie White is the COO and Cofounder of Beddy’s\, a zippered bedding company based in West Jordan\, Utah.  In 2012\, Angie’s friend and running partner\, Betsy Mikesell shared with her an idea she had that solved the issue of making a bunk bed. They worked together to perfect a design they felt would be as stylish as it was comfortable and easy to make\, and have since been granted three patents on the design. \nAfter a successful Kickstarter campaign in early 2014 helped fund their first manufacturing order\, they launched Beddy’s and began selling online globally. Since then\, Beddy’s has grown rapidly and has been recognized by Inc 5000 the last 2 years and ranked #9 as one of the 10 fastest-growing private companies in Utah. \nPresented by Dr. Sonat Birnecker Hart\n \nAs owner and president of KOVAL\, she has spearheaded product development\, distribution\, and marketing\, turning her family business into an international presence with availability in over 55 export markets. In light of the COVID-19 health crisis\, she led KOVAL’s transition into producing much needed hand sanitizer for those in need\, including medical organizations\, first responders\, and community non-profits. \nSonat is also involved in a number of philanthropic organizations\, was recently named Illinois Business Person of the Year by the National Small Business Association\, is a federally appointed member of the Illinois Export Council\, and has been inducted into the Disciples d’Escoffier.
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/how-female-founders-can-innovate-and-disrupt-the-world-of-business
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Online,SCORE,Shawnee Business
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200604T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200604T153000
DTSTAMP:20260404T145312
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SUMMARY:Identifying & Engaging With Your Audience On Social Media
DESCRIPTION:Online ZOOM Meeting \n\nEffectively 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. \n\nPresenters: Sara Orellana-Paape\, 3Raptor Consulting \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. \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/identifying-engaging-with-your-audience-on-social-media
LOCATION:OK
CATEGORIES:Free,Marketing,REI WBC,Shawnee Business
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200609T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200609T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T145312
CREATED:20200511T185603Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200605T222037Z
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SUMMARY:Simple Ways to Boost Your Productivity While Working Remotely -
DESCRIPTION:Working from home is not easy\, especially if you’re new to the game. \nJoin us in this webinar\, as award-winning CEO Bryan Caplan shares tips\, tricks\, and best practices to get yourself in the “work zone” and stay productive throughout your day. \nBy the end of this webinar\, you’ll learn: \n\n\n\nThe importance of a morning ritual\n\n\nTips to keep you focused on your tasks at hand\n\n\nSeveral tools that can help you communicate and collaborate with your teams\n\n\nPresented by Bryan Caplan \n \n\nBryan Caplan helps entrepreneurs build bigger\, better businesses. A national speaker for Grow with Google\, award-winning CEO of Bryan Caplan Marketing and host of the Bigger Better Biz channel on YouTube\, Bryan travels the country\, presenting a wide range of digital marketing topics to help small businesses grow and succeed. \nBryan has coached thousands of marketers since 2010 and is a guest lecturer at several colleges and universities throughout the country. He is also a contributing columnist to publications including GoDaddy\, WorldPay\, BlueHost\, Constant Contact\, Classy.org\, and the Boston Business Journal.
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/simple-ways-to-boost-your-productivity-while-working-remotely
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Online,SCORE,Shawnee Business
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200609T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200609T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T145312
CREATED:20200604T211410Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200604T211410Z
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SUMMARY:Virtual Training: QuickBooks Desktop Q&A Ask The Expert
DESCRIPTION:Online ZOOM Meeting \nJune 9th\, 2020 @ 1:00 pm \nDon’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.  Space is limited.  Register early. \n\n Please submit two specific topics you want addressed to mherndon@reiok.org after you register. Thank you! \nPresenter: Savanna Dixon\, Vann Dixon CPA \nPartners:  Savanna Dixon 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. \nReasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities and language assistance services for clients with limited English proficiency will be provided if requested at least two weeks in advance. Contact Lori Smith\, WBC Assistant at PO Box 1335\, Durant\, OK 74702 or call 800-658-2823.
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/virtual-training-quickbooks-desktop-qa-ask-the-expert
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Free,Online,Quickbooks,Shawnee Business
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200611T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200611T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T145312
CREATED:20200604T214853Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200604T214853Z
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SUMMARY:Virtual Training: QuickBooks Online Q&A Ask The Expert
DESCRIPTION:Online ZOOM Meeting \nDate/Time: \nJune 11th\, 2020 @ 1:00 pm \nDon’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. Space is limited.  Register online. \n\n Please submit two specific topics you want addressed to mherndon@reiok.org after you register. Thank you! \nPresenter: Savanna Dixon\, Van Dixon CPA \nPartners:  Van Dixon CPA and REI Women’s Business Center\, funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U. S. Small Business Administration. \nReasonable 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 Assista
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/virtual-training-quickbooks-online-qa-ask-the-expert
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Free,Online,Quickbooks,REI WBC,Shawnee Business
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200612T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200612T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T145312
CREATED:20200604T215702Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200604T215702Z
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SUMMARY:Virtual Training: How To Write A Business Plan
DESCRIPTION:Online ZOOM Meeting \nJune 12th\, 2020 @ 10:30 am \nThis 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. \n\nPresenters: REI Women’s Business Center \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. \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/virtual-training-how-to-write-a-business-plan
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Free,Online,REI WBC,Shawnee Business
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200615T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200615T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T145312
CREATED:20200605T220035Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200605T220035Z
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SUMMARY:First Peoples Fund Resilience Webinar Series "Artist Negotiations" with Kaloku Holt (Native Hawaiian)
DESCRIPTION:June 1st: “The Value of Values for First Peoples’ Artists” with Ben Sherman (Oglala Lakota)\nSummary:\nYour 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. \nJune 15th: “Artist Negotiations” with Kaloku Holt (Native Hawaiian) \nJune 29th: “Protecting Your Online Images” with Robert Martinez (Northern Arapaho Tribe of the Wind River Nation) \n**Webinar topics and trainers will be added as they are confirmed** \nThe 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.
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/first-peoples-fund-resilience-webinar-series-artist-negotiations-with-kaloku-holt-native-hawaiian
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Online,Shawnee Business
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200617T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200617T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T145312
CREATED:20200613T043325Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200613T043325Z
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SUMMARY:BUSINESS SMART WORKSHOP
DESCRIPTION:Topic: Business Basics\nBusiness Smart workshop will focus on successful ways for starting and operating a business. Topics to be covered include business planning\, marketing\, budgeting and financing options.\nAfter the seminar attendees will continue to receive counseling on an individual basis to address specific needs. \nSpeaker(s): OKSBDC \nCo-Sponsor(s):  OKSBDC \nFor questions or inquiries\, contact James Arati – Tel: 405 321 4774
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/business-smart-workshop-2
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Free,Oklahoma Small Business Development Centers,Online,Shawnee Business
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ORGANIZER;CN="OKSBDC":MAILTO:cindy.ruminer@oksbdc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200617T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200617T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T145312
CREATED:20200613T043522Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200613T043522Z
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SUMMARY:MARKETING RESILIENCY - TIPS TO STAYING ACTIVE DURING AN ECONOMIC DOWNTURN
DESCRIPTION:Topic: Marketing and Sales\nOnline Zoom Training:  Join us as we share small business marketing tips to help your business stay alive during an economic downturn. \nSpeaker(s): Bobbi Holliday – OKSBDC/High Plains Technology Center \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.”
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/marketing-resiliency-tips-to-staying-active-during-an-economic-downturn
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Free,Oklahoma Small Business Development Centers,Online,Shawnee Business
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ORGANIZER;CN="OKSBDC":MAILTO:cindy.ruminer@oksbdc.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200618T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200618T113000
DTSTAMP:20260404T145312
CREATED:20200613T035944Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200613T035944Z
UID:1475-1592474400-1592479800@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:Online Listings & Reviews
DESCRIPTION: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: \nWhere to be and how to optimize your profiles\nHow to encourage people to leave reviews\nHow to maintain your listing and review pages over time. \nStephen Koranda with Back to You Marketing will be the training expert for this online event. \nThank you for registering for a WBC workshop. We look forward to connecting with you! \nIf 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! \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/online-listings-reviews
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Free,Online,REI WBC,Shawnee Business
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200618T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200618T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T145312
CREATED:20200613T042112Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200613T042112Z
UID:1486-1592481600-1592485200@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:Protecting Your Business From Fraud
DESCRIPTION:Are you familiar with the basic principles of assessing fraud risks for your small business? \nThis webinar\, presented by Deluxe Chief Brand Officer Amanda Brinkman and U.S. Bank Financial Services Veteran Morris Jackson II\, will cover smart tips for auditing your business finances as well as ways to monitor for potential risks to keep your business safe from fraud. \nYou’ll learn:\nHow to recognize the vulnerabilities of your business\nHow to audit your business for potential risk\nTips to limit your internal fraud risk\nBest practices to limit external fraud \nPresented by Amanda Brinkman \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. \nPresented by Morris Jackson II \nA 24-year veteran of the financial services and banking industry\, Morris Jackson II leads the Las Vegas market for U.S. Bank’s Consumer and Business Banking division. He oversees a team of more than 500 retail and business bankers with 64 retail branches\, focused on deepening relationships with existing customers and acquiring new ones.
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/protecting-your-business-from-fraud
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Free,Online,SCORE,Shawnee Business
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200623T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200623T113000
DTSTAMP:20260404T145312
CREATED:20200613T040256Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200613T040256Z
UID:1478-1592906400-1592911800@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Training: Developing Partnerships & Collaborations
DESCRIPTION:As a small business we can never offer 100% of what our clients need\, nor can we have a staff large enough to effectively complete all needed work. Rather than wearing 15 hats\, over extending yourself\, your staff and your business learn how to create partnerships and collaborations designed to better serve your clients and allow you to efficiently run your business. Imagine being able to offer better\, stronger services while reducing your overhead. Imagine being able to meet every customer need without straying from your mission. Gain the tools you need to take your business to the next level. \nPresenter: Sara Orellana-Paape\, 3Raptor Consulting \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. \nFunded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. WBC and 7j programs and services are provided on a nondiscriminatory basis. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities and language assistance services for clients with limited English proficiency will be provided if requested at least two weeks in advance. Contact Lori Smith\, WBC Assistant at PO Box 1335\, Durant\, OK 74702 or call 800-658-2823.
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/virtual-training-developing-partnerships-collaborations
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Free,Online,REI WBC,Shawnee Business
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200624T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200624T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T145312
CREATED:20200613T042321Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200613T042321Z
UID:1490-1593000000-1593003600@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:A Simple Recipe for Social Media Success
DESCRIPTION: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. \nIn this webinar\, Digital Marketing Expert Jenna Shaffer will provide a recipe for social media that saves time and gets results to grow your business. \nYou’ll learn:\nWhich platforms are best for your business to be communicating through\, right now\nThe 15-minute social media plan to strategically execute your strategy\nGetting started in the pay-to-play world of social media\nPresented by Jenna Shaffer \nDigital 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. \nBorn 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. \nSponsored by Constant Contact \nAccess additional resources from Constant Contact and take advantage of Real-Time Mentoring from SCORE Certified Mentors: https://www.score.org/real-time-mentoring
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/a-simple-recipe-for-social-media-success
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Free,Online,SCORE,Shawnee Business
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200624T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200624T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T145312
CREATED:20200613T043729Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200613T043729Z
UID:1500-1593010800-1593014400@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:SBA DISASTER LOAN TRAINING
DESCRIPTION:Topic: Financing\nZoom 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. \nSpeaker(s): Dr. Samantha Lankford – Advisor OKSBDC/Cameron University (slankford@cameron.edu) \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.”
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/sba-disaster-loan-training
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Free,Oklahoma Small Business Development Centers,Online,Shawnee Business
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ORGANIZER;CN="OKSBDC":MAILTO:cindy.ruminer@oksbdc.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200625T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200625T113000
DTSTAMP:20260404T145312
CREATED:20200613T040521Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200613T040521Z
UID:1481-1593079200-1593084600@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Training: Business Tax Basics & Ask the Expert
DESCRIPTION: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. \nProvided by REI Women’s Business Center. \nFunded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. WBC and 7j programs and services are provided on a nondiscriminatory basis. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities and language assistance services for clients with limited English proficiency will be provided if requested at least two weeks in advance. Contact Lori Smith\, WBC Assistant at PO Box 1335\, Durant\, OK 74702 or call 800-658-2823.
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/virtual-training-business-tax-basics-ask-the-expert
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Free,Oklahoma Tax Commission,Online,REI WBC,Shawnee Business
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200702T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200702T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T145312
CREATED:20200613T042523Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200613T042523Z
UID:1492-1593684000-1593687600@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:How To Protect & Grow the Value of Your Business During a Pandemic
DESCRIPTION: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. \nIn 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. \nWe’ll cover:\nHow to value your business in less than 10 minutes\nA simple and easy way to protect your business\, your employees\, and your key stakeholders if you decease or become disabled\nWhy the combination of low valuations and favorable taxes make now an ideal time for family businesses to transfer ownership to the next\ngeneration\, and why this opportunity may soon evaporate\nHow a strategic acquisition can accelerate your future growth\nPresented by Ashley Micciche \nAshley 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. \nAshley 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.
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/how-to-protect-grow-the-value-of-your-business-during-a-pandemic
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Free,Online,SCORE,Shawnee Business
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200707T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200707T113000
DTSTAMP:20260404T145312
CREATED:20200623T191612Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200623T191612Z
UID:1563-1594116000-1594121400@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Training: Introduction to Google Ads
DESCRIPTION: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: \nWhat they are and how they work\nHow to create\, maintain\, and manage them\nTips and strategies for getting great results\nWe’ll have plenty of time for Q&A with the instructor at the end of the session\, so come ready with your questions! \nPresenter: Stephen Koranda\, CDME\, CTA\, is a 20-plus year marketing professional. \nKoranda 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. \nIf 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! \nFunded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. WBC and 7j programs and services are provided on a nondiscriminatory basis. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities and language assistance services for clients with limited English proficiency will be provided if requested at least two weeks in advance. Contact Lori Smith\, WBC Assistant at PO Box 1335\, Durant\, OK 74702 or call 800-658-2823.
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/virtual-training-introduction-to-google-ads-2
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Free,Online,REI WBC,Shawnee Business
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200708T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200708T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T145312
CREATED:20200622T171251Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200622T171748Z
UID:1506-1594213200-1594220400@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Training: Creating With Canva For Beginners
DESCRIPTION: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. \nRegister online. \nPresenter: Sara Orellana-Paape\, 3Raptor Consulting \nWorkshop provided by REI Women’s Business Center \nThank you for registering for a WBC workshop. We look forward to connecting with you! \nIf 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! \nFunded 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.
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/virtual-training-creating-with-canva-for-beginners
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Free,REI WBC,Shawnee Business
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200709T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200709T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T145312
CREATED:20200623T192102Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200623T195216Z
UID:1565-1594288800-1594296000@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:Engaging Your Audience On Social Media
DESCRIPTION: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. \nPresenters: Sara Orellana-Paape\, 3Raptor Consulting \nIf 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! \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/engaging-your-audience-on-social-media
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Free,Marketing,Online,REI WBC,Shawnee Business
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200714T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200714T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T145312
CREATED:20200623T195556Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200623T195556Z
UID:1567-1594722600-1594728000@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:How to Write a Business Plan
DESCRIPTION: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. \nPresenters: REI Women’s Business Center \nIf 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! \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/how-to-write-a-business-plan-2
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Free,REI WBC,Shawnee Business
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200715T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200715T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T145312
CREATED:20200712T001631Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200712T001631Z
UID:1623-1594807200-1594810800@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Training: Understanding SBA’s 8(a) Certification
DESCRIPTION: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. \nIn this online session\, presenter Lesa Steele with REI Native American Business Center will discuss: \nBenefits of SBA’s 8(a) Business Development Program\nQualifications and Eligibility\nHow to begin the certification process\nWe’ll have plenty of time for Q&A with the presenter at the end of the session\, so come ready with your questions! \nPresenter: Lesa Steele\, REI Native American Business Center Coordinator \nLesa is responsible for providing minority entrepreneurs with business and technical assistance\, business consulting\, client assessments and opportunity evaluation. \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. \nFor more information contact Jennifer Edwards or Lori Smith at 800.658.2823.
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/virtual-training-understanding-sbas-8a-certification
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Free,Online,REI WBC,Shawnee Business
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200716T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200716T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T145312
CREATED:20200714T171604Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200714T171604Z
UID:1635-1594897200-1594900800@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:SBA Covid-19 Loan Q&A for Small Businesses
DESCRIPTION:11 a.m.\, Thursday\, July 16\, 2020\nLink: https://meet.lync.com/sba123/lpweathe/HBD3PTD6 \nConference ID: 984816279 \nContact: Tina Schreiner\, Bettina.Schreiner@sba.gov \nJoin by phone/Toll number:   +1 (202) 765-1264\,\,984816279# (Dial-in Number)
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/sba-covid-19-loan-qa-for-small-businesses
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Free,Online,Shawnee Business
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200716T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200716T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T145312
CREATED:20200712T002630Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200712T002714Z
UID:1625-1594904400-1594911600@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Training: How To Do Business With The Government
DESCRIPTION: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. \nPresenter: Ron DeGiacomo\, OkPTAC Coordinator \nFunded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. WBC and 7j programs and services are provided on a nondiscriminatory basis. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities and language assistance services for clients with limited English proficiency will be provided if requested at least two weeks in advance. Contact Lori Smith\, WBC Assistant at PO Box 1335\, Durant\, OK 74702 or call 800-658-2823.
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/virtual-training-how-to-do-business-with-the-government
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Free,Online,REI WBC,Shawnee Business
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200721T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200721T113000
DTSTAMP:20260404T145312
CREATED:20200623T200004Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200623T200004Z
UID:1569-1595325600-1595331000@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Training: Understanding Facebook\, Google\, & Yelp Reviews
DESCRIPTION: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: \n1. Where to be and how to optimize your profiles.\n2. How to encourage people to leave reviews.\n3. How to maintain your listing and review the pages over time.\n4. How to maintain your listing and review pages over time. \nStephen Koranda with Back to You Marketing will be the training expert for this online event. \nThank you for registering for a WBC workshop. We look forward to connecting with you! \nIf 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! \nFunded 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.
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/virtual-training-understanding-facebook-google-yelp-reviews
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Free,Marketing,Online,REI WBC,Shawnee Business
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200722T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200722T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T145312
CREATED:20200712T003349Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200712T003410Z
UID:1628-1595412000-1595415600@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Training: QuickBooks Desktop Q&A Ask The Expert
DESCRIPTION: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. \nPlease submit two specific topics you want addressed to mherndon@reiok.org after you register. Thank you! \nSpace is limited!  Register early online! \nSpeaker:  Savanna Dixon\, Vann Dixon CPA \nPartners: Vann Dixon CPA and REI Women’s Business Center. \nIf 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! \nFunded 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.
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/virtual-training-quickbooks-desktop-qa-ask-the-expert-2
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Free,Online,Quickbooks,REI WBC,Shawnee Business
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200723T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200723T113000
DTSTAMP:20260404T145312
CREATED:20200626T152025Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200626T152025Z
UID:1606-1595498400-1595503800@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Training: Business Tax Basics & Ask the Expert
DESCRIPTION: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. \nProvided by REI Women’s Business Center. \nThank you for registering for a WBC workshop. We look forward to connecting with you! \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. \nFunded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. WBC and 7j programs and services are provided on a nondiscriminatory basis. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities and language assistance services for clients with limited English proficiency will be provided if requested at least two weeks in advance. Contact Lori Smith\, WBC Assistant at PO Box 1335\, Durant\, OK 74702 or call 800-658-2823.
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/virtual-training-business-tax-basics-ask-the-expert-2
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Free,REI WBC,Shawnee Business
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200723T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200723T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T145312
CREATED:20200712T004406Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200712T004406Z
UID:1630-1595509200-1595516400@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Training: Understanding SBA's HUBZone Certification
DESCRIPTION: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. \nPresenter: Ron DeGiacomo\, OkPTAC Coordinator \nFunded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. WBC and 7j programs and services are provided on a nondiscriminatory basis. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities and language assistance services for clients with limited English proficiency will be provided if requested at least two weeks in advance. Contact Lori Smith\, WBC Assistant at PO Box 1335\, Durant\, OK 74702 or call 800-658-2823
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/virtual-training-understanding-sbas-hubzone-certification
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Free,Online,REI WBC,Shawnee Business
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