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SUMMARY:Simple Steps to Starting Your Business - Hiring
DESCRIPTION:Simple Steps for Starting Your Business is a six-week series of pre-business workshops to help clients reach a “go or no-go” decision for a start-up. The content is designed to work in conjunction with mentoring and includes homework for the client to complete. The program is not designed to provide all of the information needed to start a business\, but rather to help the client decide whether he or she is ready to take the next step toward becoming an entrepreneur. \nSession 6\, Hiring \nIn this sixth workshop of the “Simple Steps for Starting Your Business” series\, you will learn how to add employees to your business. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nKEY TOPICS\n\nHuman Resources
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/simple-steps-to-starting-your-business-hiring
LOCATION:Score\, 7777 S. May Ave.\, Oklahoma City\, OK\, 73159\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220929T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220929T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T130045
CREATED:20220907T154708Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220907T154708Z
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SUMMARY:Produce to Product - How Value-Added Can Help Your Farm Business -
DESCRIPTION:We all want to improve the profitability of our farms. One opportunity that you may not have considered is producing a value-added product. Growers can sell fresh corn for $1 an ear or\, “add value\,” and sell it for a lot more\, dried and steamed\, as neeshjizhii. In this webinar\, Mark Thompson from the IDRS’ Acorn Project and Tyrone Thompson from Ch’ishie Farm\, will cover ways you can add value to what you grow. We’ll discuss the pros and cons of value added products\, how to evaluate the true cost\, and food safety considerations.
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/produce-to-product-how-value-added-can-help-your-farm-business
LOCATION:ONLINE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220929T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220929T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T130045
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SUMMARY:Year-End Tax Planning for Your Business
DESCRIPTION:With the final quarter of the year still ahead\, learn what actions you can take to that can favorably impact your bottom line and your tax bill for 2022. \nLearn about big changes made by the Consolidated Appropriations Act\, 2022\, and other legislation\, as well IRS pronouncements\, that relate to your employees\, your customers\, your equipment\, and your operations. \nWhether you work with a CPA or go it alone\, learn which tax breaks apply to you and how to nail them down now before times runs out. \nIn this webinar\, you will learn: \n\nYear-end actions to reduce your 2022 tax bill\nBest business practices to avoid problems with the IRS\nStrategies for potential tax changes still to come\nNecessary actions to get ready for 2023\n\nABOUT THE PRESENTER(S)\nBarbara Weltman is a small business expert\, prolific author and trusted advocate for small businesses and entrepreneurs. She also serves on the advisory board of the Small Business & Entrepreneurship Council.\n\n\n\nBarbara Weltman\nSmall Business Expert\, Big Ideas for Small Business®.
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/year-end-tax-planning-for-your-business
LOCATION:ONLINE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220927T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220927T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T130045
CREATED:20220804T152257Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220804T152416Z
UID:2809-1664301600-1664308800@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:Gordon Cooper Technology Center presents "Business Basics Bootcamp"
DESCRIPTION:Trying to start or grow a business is tough! You have a great idea but you also need basic business knowledge.  You will understand the six major parts of every business: Leadership\, marketing\, sales\, products\, overhead\, and cash flow. You will create a personal productivity plan\, identify your ideal customer\, design an effective communication and marketing plan\, and present your finished plan to your classmates.   For more information contact Cama Watts or Trent Boles at camaw@gctech.edu or 405-214-3256. \nThis six-session workshop will explore the building blocks of business\, the characteristics of successful entrepreneurs\, and the components of a business plan. \nThe cost is $129 and runs once a month from September – March. You will receive a LivePlan membership with your enrollment for the length of the class. \nThis course will help you prepare for the Rocket Man Business Model Competition in June 2023. You do not need to complete this course to participate. \nSeptember 27\, October 25\, November 29\, January 24\, February 28\, March 28
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/gordon-cooper-technology-center-presents-business-basics-bootcamp
LOCATION:1702 Gordon Cooper Drive\, Shawnee\, OK 74801\, 1702 Gordon Cooper Drive\, Shawnee\, OK\, 74801\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Gordon Cooper Technology Center":MAILTO:camaw@gctech.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220923T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220923T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T130045
CREATED:20220812T201330Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220812T201330Z
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SUMMARY:TAX CUTS AND JOBS ACT -OPPORTUNITY ZONES 101
DESCRIPTION:Register Online \nFacilitated by Southeastern Oklahoma State University OKSBDC\n\n\nThis is a collaborated event brought to you by OKSBDC\, The Women’s Business Center and our professional partners at the IRS to deliver an insightful look at the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) Opportunity Zones Program. Opportunity Zones are defined as “economically-distressed communities where new investments\, under certain conditions\, may be eligible for preferential tax treatment”. This introductory conversation will help bring a stronger awareness of the program and the benefits associated with the designation. This webinar will cover the following topics: * Provide an Overview of Opportunity Zones * Discuss the Tax Benefits for Investors * Explain the Investor Annual Reporting * Discuss Disaster Relief Impacting Opportunity Zones * Plus\, a Q & A session \nSpeaker(s): Richard G. Furlong\, Jr. Senior Stakeholder Liaison IRS Communications & Liaison \nCo-Sponsor(s): OKSBDC REI Women’s Business 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. \n\nFee: No Cost
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/tax-cuts-and-jobs-act-opportunity-zones-101
LOCATION:ONLINE
ORGANIZER;CN="Southeastern Oklahoma State University OKSBDC":MAILTO:mgarman@se.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220922T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220922T183000
DTSTAMP:20260403T130045
CREATED:20220804T161333Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220804T161333Z
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SUMMARY:Simple Steps to Starting Your Business - The Business Plan
DESCRIPTION:Simple Steps for Starting Your Business is a six-week series of pre-business workshops to help clients reach a “go or no-go” decision for a start-up. The content is designed to work in conjunction with mentoring and includes homework for the client to complete. The program is not designed to provide all of the information needed to start a business\, but rather to help the client decide whether he or she is ready to take the next step toward becoming an entrepreneur. \nSession 5\, The Business Plan \nIn this fifth workshop of the “Simple Steps for Starting Your Business” series\, you will learn how to build your business Plan. You will build on what you have learned in the first 4 workshops and complete a winning business plan you can present to investors and lenders. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nKEY TOPICS\n\nAccounting & Cash Flow\nBusiness Plans/Startup Assistance\nFinancing/Capital
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/simple-steps-to-starting-your-business-the-business-plan
LOCATION:Score\, 7777 S. May Ave.\, Oklahoma City\, OK\, 73159\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220921T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220921T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T130045
CREATED:20220812T201215Z
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SUMMARY:HUMAN RELATIONS SERIES 3 OF 3: EMPLOYEE RELATIONS
DESCRIPTION:Register Online \nFacilitated by Oklahoma Small Business Development Center\n\nTopic: Managing Employees\n\nHuman Relations Series 3 of 3 Employee Relations can be rough to navigate\, so let us help make sure you have the proper policies in place that prevent you from being a legal liability to your small business. This last of the series will help you develop workplace policies about employee conduct and will include the following: Investigating any allegations of improper conduct (such as sexual harassment or discrimination complaints). Handling grievances and resolving disputes that may arise between employees or between employees and management. Participants will be able to establish an employee engagement process as well as learning techniques for conflict resolution . Attendees will learn how to establish an employee engagement process as well as learning techniques for conflict resolution and will better understand how to be able to demonstrate the value of succession planning\, and what is necessary for team development. Attendees will receive a copy this presentation with actionable handouts. \nSpeaker(s): Christy Close\, MsHRM\, SHRM-CP\, PHR HR Solid Foundation \nCo-Sponsor(s): REI Women’s Business Center Kiamichi 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. \n  \nFee: No Cost
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/human-relations-series-3-of-3-employee-relations
LOCATION:ONLINE
ORGANIZER;CN="Oklahoma Small Business Development Centers":MAILTO:INFO@OKSBDC.COM
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220920T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220920T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T130045
CREATED:20220907T153817Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220907T153817Z
UID:2887-1663702200-1663705800@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:Business Ideas That Cost Less Than $100 to Start -
DESCRIPTION:Indian Dispute Resolution Services\, with its partners the US Patent and Trademark Office and the Indian Arts and Crafts Board\, will be presenting its monthly webinar to help artists and craftspeople utilize E-commerce in their businesses. This webinar will focus on all things that you hate (but are necessary) when you run a business…conflict and contracts. Please join us if you can! \nRural areas are often the best place to become an entrepreneur. Let us show you how to use Career Vision to identify needs only you can fill. During this workshop those living in rural spaces will have tools to begin looking at where they live as an opportunity for side hustles and business opportunities in a whole new way.
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/business-ideas-that-cost-less-than-100-to-start
LOCATION:ONLINE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220920T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220920T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T130045
CREATED:20220815T154841Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220815T154841Z
UID:2853-1663678800-1663682400@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:Business Types and Models that are Recession Resistant
DESCRIPTION:Is this the right time to consider starting a business? With an economic downturn on the horizon\, it might depend on the type of business you want to start. \nIn this webinar\, CEO of Frannet Jania Bailey\, will look at past recessions and break down the different business types and models that survived and are considered ‘recession-resistant.’ \nYou will learn: \n\nWhat business trends did we see in past recessions\nWhat business concepts\, types\, and models that thrive during economic downturns\nThree key takeaways for your business\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIN PARTNERSHIP WITH FranNet\n\n\nFranNet assists individuals with the entire franchise process – from franchising an existing business to purchasing or selling a franchise. FranNet is committed to providing continuous marketing\, business and operational support so that they may be looked upon as the most knowledgeable\, professional and successful franchise consultants in the industry. \nMore from FranNet\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nABOUT THE PRESENTER(S)\n\n\nJania Bailey\, CFE\, is the CEO of FranNet\, the most respected voice in the franchise consultant industry in North America. Bailey has more than 30 years of experience in the banking and franchise industries. Bailey served for 6 years on the Executive Board of Directors for the International Franchise Association (IFA) and currently serves as Chair of the IFA Membership Committee. \n\nJania Bailey\nCEO\, FranNet
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/business-types-and-models-that-are-recession-resistant
LOCATION:ONLINE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220915T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220915T183000
DTSTAMP:20260403T130045
CREATED:20220804T161553Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220804T161553Z
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SUMMARY:Simple Steps to Starting Your Business -Financial Matters
DESCRIPTION:Simple Steps for Starting Your Business is a six-week series of pre-business workshops to help clients reach a “go or no-go” decision for a start-up. The content is designed to work in conjunction with mentoring and includes homework for the client to complete. The program is not designed to provide all of the information needed to start a business\, but rather to help the client decide whether he or she is ready to take the next step toward becoming an entrepreneur. \nSession 4\, Financial Matters \nIn this fourth workshop of the “Simple Steps for Starting Your Business” series\, you will learn how to build your financial model\, and how to understand financial statements\, including an income statement\, cash flow statement\, and balance sheet. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nKEY TOPICS\n\nAccounting & Cash Flow\nBusiness Plans/Startup Assistance\nFinancing/Capital
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/simple-steps-to-starting-your-business-financial-matters
LOCATION:Score\, 7777 S. May Ave.\, Oklahoma City\, OK\, 73159\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220914T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220914T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T130045
CREATED:20220812T200941Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220812T200941Z
UID:2841-1663155000-1663160400@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:HUMAN RELATIONS: SERIES 2 OF 3 - TOTAL REWARDS - COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
DESCRIPTION:Register Online \nFacilitated by Oklahoma Small Business Development Center\n\nTopic: Managing Employees\n\nHuman Relations Series 2 of 3 Total Rewards – Compensation & Benefits Attendees will be taken through the combination of benefits\, compensation and rewards that employees receive from their organizations. This can include wages and bonuses as well as recognition\, workplace flexibility and career opportunities. Total rewards referring to the function and responsibilities within HR that handles compensation and benefits\, or the combined intrinsic and extrinsic rewards (or value) that an employee perceives. Attendees will examine benefits from a P&L statement\, and those who do have the necessary means\, as to what other factors they can explore to ensure their employees feel valued. Attendees will receive a copy of the presentation and will be allowed time for live Q & A with the presenter. \nSpeaker(s): Christy Close\, MsHRM\, SHRM-CP\, PHR HR Solid Foundation \nCo-Sponsor(s): REI Women’s Business Center Kiamichi 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. \n  \nFee: No Cost
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/human-relations-series-2-of-3-total-rewards-compensation-benefits
LOCATION:ONLINE
ORGANIZER;CN="Oklahoma Small Business Development Centers":MAILTO:INFO@OKSBDC.COM
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220913T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220913T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T130045
CREATED:20220907T155842Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220907T155842Z
UID:2893-1663066800-1663072200@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:AGRICULTURE ENHANCEMENT AND DIVERSIFICATION FUNDING RESOURCES EXPLAINED FOR OKLAHOMA FARMERS
DESCRIPTION:Are you interested in different income streams for your farm\, ranch or ag business? Exploring new crops or bringing processes on farm? Join experts on the Oklahoma Dept of Ag\, Food & Forestry Diversification program and the USDA Value Added Producer Grant as well as OKSBDC advisors who have assisted clients. Presenters will share information\, deadlines\, tips and resources for application as well as information on additonal support. Attendees will have the opportunity to have all their questions answered and will receive a copy of the presentation materials. \nSpeaker(s): Rodney Holcomb\, OSU Department of Agriculture Economics\, Robert M. Kerr Food and Agricultural Products Center Amy Cowley\, Loan and Grant Specialist\, Public Information Officer – Oklahoma\, Rural Development\, USDA Dana Hugle\, OKSBDC Business Development Specialist\, Eastern Center Director Jessica Ervin\, OKSBDC Technology Innovation Director \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/agriculture-enhancement-and-diversification-funding-resources-explained-for-oklahoma-farmers
LOCATION:ONLINE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220913T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220913T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T130045
CREATED:20220812T200032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220812T200032Z
UID:2839-1663066800-1663072200@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:AG DIVERSIFICATION FUNDING RESOURCES EXPLAINED FOR OKLAHOMA FARMERS
DESCRIPTION:Register Online \nFacilitated by Oklahoma Small Business Development Center\n\nTopic: Financing\n\nAre you interested in different income streams for your farm\, ranch or ag business? Exploring new crops or bringing processes on farm? Join experts on the Oklahoma Dept of Ag\, Food & Forestry Diversification program and the USDA Value Added Producer Grant as well as OKSBDC advisors who have assisted clients. Presenters will share information\, deadlines\, tips and resources for application as well as information on additonal support. Attendees will have the opportunity to have all their questions answered and will receive a copy of the presentation materials. \nSpeaker(s): Rodney Holcomb\, OSU Department of Agriculture Economics\, Robert M. Kerr Food and Agricultural Products Center Amy Cowley\, Loan and Grant Specialist\, Public Information Officer – Oklahoma\, Rural Development\, USDA Dana Hugle\, OKSBDC Business Development Specialist\, Eastern Center Director Jessica Ervin\, OKSBDC Technology Innovation Director \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.” \n  \nFee: No Cost
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/ag-diversification-funding-resources-explained-for-oklahoma-farmers
LOCATION:ONLINE
ORGANIZER;CN="Oklahoma Small Business Development Centers":MAILTO:INFO@OKSBDC.COM
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220908T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220908T183000
DTSTAMP:20260403T130045
CREATED:20220804T164615Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220804T164615Z
UID:2819-1662661800-1662661800@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:Simple Steps to Starting Your Business -Marketing
DESCRIPTION:imple Steps for Starting Your Business is a six-week series of pre-business workshops to help clients reach a “go or no-go” decision for a start-up. The content is designed to work in conjunction with mentoring and includes homework for the client to complete. The program is not designed to provide all of the information needed to start a business\, but rather to help the client decide whether he or she is ready to take the next step toward becoming an entrepreneur. \nSession 3\, Marketing \nIn this third workshop of the “Simple Steps for Starting Your Business”\, you will complete a competitive comparison\, create a product and services description\, develop a pricing strategy\, identify your target markets and channels\, outline a marketing message and learn sales basics. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nKEY TOPICS\n\nBusiness Plans/Startup Assistance\nMarketing\, Public Relations & Sales
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/simple-steps-to-starting-your-business-marketing
LOCATION:Score\, 7777 S. May Ave.\, Oklahoma City\, OK\, 73159\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220908T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220908T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T130045
CREATED:20220815T155124Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220815T155124Z
UID:2856-1662642000-1662645600@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:HUBZone Certification Process and Program Updates
DESCRIPTION:Becoming a certified diverse supplier can open your business to receive government and corporate contracts as a part of government efforts to ensure businesses like yours can play a more significant role in our economy. \nIn this webinar\, we will be covering The Historically Underutilized Business Zones Certification. The HUBZone certificate is designed to help small businesses in urban and rural communities connect with federal contract dollars. \nIn this webinar\, you will learn: \n\nHow the HUBZone certification program has changed\nWhat the program requirements are\, and if your business meets them\nHow to apply and what the application process looks like\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nABOUT THE PRESENTER(S)\n\n\nTakeisha Hodge is the Program Manager of Certification and Outreach with the HUBZone Program and manages the HUBZone Early Applicant Engagement Initiative. \n\nTakeisha DuBose Hodge\nProgram Manager of Certification and Outreach\, HUBZone Program
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/hubzone-certification-process-and-program-updates
LOCATION:ONLINE
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220908T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220908T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T130045
CREATED:20220907T153227Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220907T153227Z
UID:2885-1662638400-1662638400@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:Conflict management and contracts for visual artists
DESCRIPTION:Indian Dispute Resolution Services\, with its partners the US Patent and Trademark Office and the Indian Arts and Crafts Board\, will be presenting its monthly webinar to help artists and craftspeople utilize E-commerce in their businesses. This webinar will focus on all things that you hate (but are necessary) when you run a business…conflict and contracts. Please join us if you can! \nOne of the more challenging aspects of running a business involves handling problems with employees and contractors\, suppliers\, and customers. This session will explore how to handle these problems informally\, while maintaining your relationships\, avoiding escalation\, and getting Win-Win agreements. We also will cover mediation\, a type of alternative dispute resolution\, and how and when to use it.  \nContracts also are helpful in avoiding problems and this session will explore the elements of a well-written artist contract. We also will explore the types of contracts that visual arts typically encounter including agreements for commissions\, exhibitions and galleries\, consignment and sales.
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/conflict-management-and-contracts-for-visual-artists
LOCATION:ONLINE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220908T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220908T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T130045
CREATED:20220812T195926Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220812T195926Z
UID:2836-1662634800-1662638400@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:PATENTS\, TRADEMARKS\, COPYRIGHTS\, AND TRADE SECRETS
DESCRIPTION:Register Online \nFacilitated by Southeastern Oklahoma State University OKSBDC\n\nTopic: Business Basics\n\nPatents\, Trademarks\, Copyrights\, and Trade Secrets How can you protect your invention\, product\, brand name\, logo\, or short story that you’ve created? • This session will explore the four types of intellectual property\, Patents\, Trademarks\, Copyrights\, and Trade Secrets\, including definitions\, costs\, time frames\, examples\, and where to apply. • Preliminary search techniques for patents and trademarks will be covered\, also what legal\, state\, and USPTO resources are available. The Oklahoma State University Library is a Patent and Trademark Resource Center (PTRC)\, designated by the United States Patent and Trademark Office as a resource for those who want information about IP. \nSpeaker(s): Suzanne Reinman – Library Professor\, Government Information/Patent and Trademark Resource Center – Oklahoma State University \nCo-Sponsor(s): USPTO \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. \n\nFee: No Cost
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/patents-trademarks-copyrights-and-trade-secrets-2
LOCATION:ONLINE
ORGANIZER;CN="Southeastern Oklahoma State University OKSBDC":MAILTO:mgarman@se.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220908T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220908T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T130045
CREATED:20220328T183536Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220328T183536Z
UID:2698-1662627600-1662634800@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Event: Business Basics
DESCRIPTION:To start your own business you need to know the questions to ask\, location and structure types\, how to register in Oklahoma\, preparation of the business plan\, understanding business financials\, and the steps to getting financed.  Federal\, state\, and local resources will also be discussed in this session.  This seminar is a broad overview of the different areas to consider when starting a new business.  There will be plenty of time allotted to ask questions of the instructors and business experts. \nThis workship is provided by Better Business Bureau\, Axis Powered by Francis Tuttle\, Moore Norman Technology Center\, and REI Women’s Business Center. \nSBA Cooperative Agreement contract 7j – 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. All SBA-funded projects are extended to the public on a nondiscriminatory basis
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/virtual-event-business-basics-3
LOCATION:ONLINE
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220907T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220907T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T130045
CREATED:20220812T195705Z
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SUMMARY:HUMAN RELATIONS: EMPLOYEE RECRUITMENT - SERIES 1 OF 3
DESCRIPTION:Register Online \nFacilitated by Oklahoma Small Business Development Center\n\nTopic: Managing Employees\n\nOKSBDC is collaborating with HR Solid Foundation to offer an exciting three-part series that will cover the complete employee life cycle for business owners. Series 1 of 3: Human Relations – TALENT RECRUITMENT Ensuring the overall process of identifying\, sourcing\, screening\, shortlisting\, and interviewing candidates for jobs within an organization is a daunting\, but necessary task. Having the right employees to represent your brand can significantly contribute to the success of your small business. In this first class\, attendees will learn the necessities of developing within or the value an outside candidate can bring to the table. They will also see the intricacies of the recruiting cycle\, and importance of advertisement – as well as certain cost that can be avoided! This is a full review of the recruiting process when you are starting from scratch\, or as a tenured employer. Attendees will receive a copy of the presentation and handouts. We will also allow time for Q & A with the presenter. \nSpeaker(s): Christy Close\, MsHRM\, SHRM-CP\, PHR HR Solid Foundation \nCo-Sponsor(s): REI Women’s Business Center Kiamichi 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. \n  \nFee: No Cost
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/human-relations-employee-recruitment-series-1-of-3
LOCATION:ONLINE
ORGANIZER;CN="Oklahoma Small Business Development Centers":MAILTO:INFO@OKSBDC.COM
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220906T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220906T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T130045
CREATED:20220815T155256Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220815T155256Z
UID:2858-1662469200-1662472800@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:Your Marketing Roadmap - Ask the Questions You Need Answered
DESCRIPTION:Join SCORE and small business expert and entrepreneur Ramon Ray for part 4 of the 4-part Marketing series. We’ll take you through the ultimate marketing essentials you will need for your business to be a success. \nWorkshop 4: Ask the Questions You Need Answered \nIn the final part of the “Your Marketing Roadmap” webinar series\, the floor is open to you! Ramon will be taking your questions live to help you apply these marketing strategies to your specific business. No question is too basic and no question is too hard. \nCome ready to ask your toughest questions as we learn together in this final webinar of the SCORE Marketing Road Map series. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nABOUT THE PRESENTER(S)\n\n\nRamon is a serial entrepreneur\, keynote speaker and author of several books\, including Celebrity CEO. He’s the founder of SmartHustle.com. Get to know more about Ramon at www.RamonRay.com \n\nRamon Ray\nEntrepreneur\, Founder\, Author
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/your-marketing-roadmap-ask-the-questions-you-need-answered
LOCATION:ONLINE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220906T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220906T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T130045
CREATED:20220328T183344Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220328T183344Z
UID:2696-1662454800-1662462000@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Event: Financial Management
DESCRIPTION:To start your own business you need to know the questions to ask\, location and structure types\, how to register in Oklahoma\, preparation of the business plan\, understanding business financials\, and the steps to getting financed.  Federal\, state\, and local resources will also be discussed in this session.  This seminar is a broad overview of the different areas to consider when starting a new business.  There will be plenty of time allotted to ask questions of the instructors and business experts. \nThis workship is provided by Better Business Bureau\, Axis Powered by Francis Tuttle\, Moore Norman Technology Center\, and REI Women’s Business Center. \nSBA Cooperative Agreement contract 7j – 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. All SBA-funded projects are extended to the public on a nondiscriminatory basis
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/virtual-event-financial-management
LOCATION:ONLINE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220902T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220902T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T130045
CREATED:20220812T195510Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220812T195510Z
UID:2832-1662114600-1662120000@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:BUSINESS START UP
DESCRIPTION:Register Online \nFacilitated by Oklahoma Small Business Development Center\n\nTopic: Start-up Assistance\n\nIt’s back to basics! If you want to start a business but aren’t sure where to begin\, then this class is for you. In this workshop\, our SBDC professionals will address many of the questions you should ask yourself before beginning the process of starting a new business. Attendees will learn about legal business structures\, small business tax basics\, best management practices\, basic marketing strategies and market research. We will also talk about how to write a business plan and the importance of financial statements. After attending\, you will have the opportunity to connect with one of our SBDC Business Advisors to get assistance in moving through the stages of your business venture. Attendees will receive a copy of the presentation along with helpful handouts\, and have the opportunity to ask questions. \nSpeaker(s): Jonathan Wynn\, SBDC Business Advisor \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. \n\nFee: No Cost
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/business-start-up-5
LOCATION:ONLINE
ORGANIZER;CN="Oklahoma Small Business Development Centers":MAILTO:INFO@OKSBDC.COM
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220901T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220901T183000
DTSTAMP:20260403T130045
CREATED:20220804T172131Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220804T172131Z
UID:2823-1662057000-1662057000@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:Simple Steps to Starting Your Business -Business Concepts
DESCRIPTION:Simple Steps for Starting Your Business is a six-week series of pre-business workshops to help clients reach a “go or no-go” decision for a start-up. The content is designed to work in conjunction with mentoring and includes homework for the client to complete. The program is not designed to provide all of the information needed to start a business\, but rather to help the client decide whether he or she is ready to take the next step toward becoming an entrepreneur. \nSession 2\, Business Concepts. \nIn this second workshop of the “Simple Steps for Starting Your Business” series\, you will learn how to evaluate your business concept. You’ll do this by reviewing a feasibility plan draft of a sample business. You’ll also learn how to research industry profile data\, customer data\, financial projections\, and other information to help you create your own business feasibility plan. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nKEY TOPICS\n\nBusiness Plans/Startup Assistance\nProduct Development & Manufacturing\nStrategy & Planning
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/simple-steps-to-starting-your-business-business-concepts
LOCATION:Score\, 7777 S. May Ave.\, Oklahoma City\, OK\, 73159\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220825T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220825T183000
DTSTAMP:20260403T130045
CREATED:20220804T172408Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220804T172408Z
UID:2825-1661452200-1661452200@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:Simple Steps to Starting Your Business - Start-up Basics
DESCRIPTION:Simple Steps for Starting Your Business is a six-part series of pre-business workshops to help clients reach a “go or no-go” decision for a start-up. The content is designed to work in conjunction with mentoring and includes homework for the client to complete. The program is not designed to provide all of the information needed to start a business\, but rather to help the client decide whether he or she is ready to take the next step toward becoming an entrepreneur. \nSession 1\, Start-Up Basics. \nThere are a number of factors to keep in mind before starting your own business. This module will introduce you to key business considerations\, such as the myths and realities of entrepreneurship\, different business options to pursue\, the components of business ownership\, legal and financial considerations\, and the business plan basics. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nKEY TOPICS\n\nBusiness Plans/Startup Assistance
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/simple-steps-to-starting-your-business-start-up-basics
LOCATION:Score\, 7777 S. May Ave.\, Oklahoma City\, OK\, 73159\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220825T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220825T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T130045
CREATED:20220815T155435Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220815T155435Z
UID:2860-1661432400-1661436000@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:How to Start a Business for Creative Types\, Idea People\, and Anybody with Passion
DESCRIPTION:Are you an artist\, a writer\, a professional cook\, or maybe you’ve got a talent that can save people time and money? If you’re considering selling your creativity as a product\, now is the time to take your talents to the business level. \nIn this webinar\, creative business expert Robin Blakely will share how you can transform your professional dreams into a creative business. \nHere is what you’ll learn: \n\nThe importance of determining the focus of your business\nUnderstand the math that goes into cash flow\, expenses\, and profits\nHow to build an air-tight business ‘Boat’ that will keep you afloat\nHow to run your business while protecting your passion\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nABOUT THE PRESENTER(S)\n\n\nA top business coach with an extensive background in business development and strategic planning\, Robin Blakely is the CEO of Creative Center of America and a member of the Forbes Coaches Council. Robin is also the author of four business books\, which include PR Therapy. \n\nRobin Blakely\nCEO\, Creative Center of America
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/how-to-start-a-business-for-creative-types-idea-people-and-anybody-with-passion
LOCATION:ONLINE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220824T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220824T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T130045
CREATED:20220812T195340Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220812T195340Z
UID:2830-1661338800-1661344200@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:MARKETING STRATEGIES FOR THE HOLIDAYS
DESCRIPTION:Register Online \nFacilitated by Oklahoma Small Business Development Center\n\nTopic: Marketing and Sales\n\nAre you ready to maximize your marketing during the holidays? Are you wondering how your brand will keep up with the new hustle and bustle habits? Make plans to join Oklahoma SBDC Business Advisors as they walk through marketing strategies for this upcoming holiday season. Attendees will walk away with immediate strategies to ensure you maximize success during the holidays\, along with a copy of the presentation and valuable handouts. \nSpeaker(s): Emily Beesley – OKSBDC Business Advisor Nichole Tucker – OKSBDC Business Advisor \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 \n\n  \nFee: No Cost
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/marketing-strategies-for-the-holidays
LOCATION:ONLINE
ORGANIZER;CN="Oklahoma Small Business Development Centers":MAILTO:INFO@OKSBDC.COM
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220823T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220823T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T130045
CREATED:20220815T155626Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220815T155626Z
UID:2863-1661259600-1661263200@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:Three Key Principles to Help Your Business Work for You
DESCRIPTION:What do you do when your business takes over your time and money? What happens when hard work isn’t enough to get it back? It’s time for your business to help you live the life you want instead of taking it away. \nIn this webinar\, our expert presenter will show you how to build a business that works for you by developing yourself as a leader\, creating an environment for your team to take on more tasks\, and putting systems in place that produce consistent results. \nHere is what you’ll learn: \n\nGain the understanding of what\, why\, and how to develop and sustain a growing business\nHow to become the best leader and why it is the linchpin to success\nDevelop the skills to find and retain employees\nImplement a systematic approach to satisfying your clients\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nABOUT THE PRESENTER(S)\n\n\nI sold my company in 2011. I was fortunate enough to have a great team that grew to the top 3% in our industry organization. I believe in creating an environment in an organization where everyone can thrive\, financially and professionally. I have been speaking\, hosting workshops\, and coaching business and life development for the last 10 years.
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/three-key-principles-to-help-your-business-work-for-you
LOCATION:ONLINE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220818T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220818T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T130045
CREATED:20220804T145100Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220804T145100Z
UID:2804-1660824000-1660827600@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:Lunch & Learn "Money Habitudes"
DESCRIPTION:“Money Habitudes” \nWith Sonya McDaniel\, Pott Co OSU Extension Office \nInteractive card game to learn your habits with FREE pizza when you register at www.facebook.com/FNBOklahoma.
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/lunch-learn-money-habitudes
LOCATION:1702 Gordon Cooper Drive\, Shawnee\, OK 74801\, 1702 Gordon Cooper Drive\, Shawnee\, OK\, 74801\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Citizen Potawatomi Community Development Corporation":MAILTO:info@cpcdc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220818T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220818T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T130045
CREATED:20220812T195019Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220812T195057Z
UID:2827-1660820400-1660824000@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:BUSINESS SMART WORKSHOP
DESCRIPTION: Online \nFacilitated by Oklahoma Small Business Development Center\n\nTopic: Start-up Assistance\n\nHosted by: Oklahoma SBDC If you’re looking to start a business and have questions on where to begin\, this workshop covers those first steps. Maybe you have a business idea and need to answer a few questions to give the idea more structure. Have you thought of a clever name\, registered your business\, or opened a bank account? Now what? In this workshop\, we will be covering the following topics: Market Feasibility Key sections of a business plan Factors to consider when determining legal structure Where to find funding Key resources for your business The goal of this workshop is to provide direction to new entrepreneurs and introduce you to the Oklahoma Small Business Development Center. Attendees will have a better understanding of initial steps to starting their business. \nSpeaker(s): OKSBDC Advisor Sandra Pierre OKSBDC Advisor Greg Jones \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. \n\nRegister Online \nFee: No Cost
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/business-smart-workshop-9
LOCATION:ONLINE
ORGANIZER;CN="Oklahoma Small Business Development Centers":MAILTO:INFO@OKSBDC.COM
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220812T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220812T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T130045
CREATED:20220812T201058Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220812T201058Z
UID:2843-1660302000-1660305600@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:BUSINESS SMART WORKSHOP
DESCRIPTION:Online \nFacilitated by Oklahoma Small Business Development Center\n\nTopic: Start-up Assistance\n\nHosted by: Oklahoma SBDC If you’re looking to start a business and have questions on where to begin\, this workshop covers those first steps. Maybe you have a business idea and need to answer a few questions to give the idea more structure. Have you thought of a clever name\, registered your business\, or opened a bank account? Now what? In this workshop\, we will be covering the following topics: Market Feasibility Key sections of a business plan Factors to consider when determining legal structure Where to find funding Key resources for your business The goal of this workshop is to provide direction to new entrepreneurs and introduce you to the Oklahoma Small Business Development Center. Attendees will have a better understanding of initial steps to starting their business. \nSpeaker(s): OKSBDC Advisor Sandra Pierre OKSBDC Advisor Greg Jones \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. \n\nFee: No Cost
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/business-smart-workshop-10
LOCATION:ONLINE
ORGANIZER;CN="Oklahoma Small Business Development Centers":MAILTO:INFO@OKSBDC.COM
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