Citizen Potawatomi Community Development Corporation

Strategies to Identify and Reach Your Target Customers
2024-07-08 09:00 - 12:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | ONLINE
In this Marketing workshop, we start by helping you identify your target market. These are your best potential customers and knowing them helps you create a better product or service. It also makes all your promotional efforts more focused and effective.
We show you how to finalize the design of your product or service and make sure it’s right for your target market. Then we take you through how to create a value proposition that perfectly captures the unique value your product or service brings to your customers. Next you have to build your marketing message. That’s the information for your brochures, websites, and anything else you use to sell your product or service. We will also review a number of promotional methods and help you draft a promotional plan for your business.
This workshop focuses on hands-on exercises to help you create a target market, value proposition and promotion plan for your business.
SCORE’s Small Business Essentials Workshops prepares individuals to make the right decisions and create actionable plans when starting a small business. Whether you are starting a business on your own (one-person business) or a business with employees, we have the right set of workshops to help you succeed.
Presenter
This workshop is presented by SCORE Volunteer Mary Sullivan. Mary is co-founder and Chief Marketing Officer of Sweet but Fearless, a career transformation specialist. Its mission is to provide tools and knowledge that uplift, inspire leaders along their career pathing journey. Mary is a former financial services executive with Vanguard, Charles Schwab, and TD Ameritrade where she was able to sharpen her leadership skills across multiple countries and corporate divisions. Her personal passion is ensuring that all women understand their financial health and have a retirement plan in place. Mary’s certifications in Remote Learning, Building Effective Teams from Cornell University, her degrees in Spanish and Political Science from Saint Louis University, and her Women’s Executive training from Harvard Business School, all support her love of learning and teaching.

Marketing Masterclass #1:Marketing Fundamentals: Crafting a Strategic Foundation
2024-07-08 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Chicago) | ONLINE
Marketing Masterclass #1: Marketing Fundamentals: Crafting a Strategic Foundation

Date & Time: July 8, 2024 at 6pm Central Time
Cost: $0.00
Duration: 120 minutes (2 hours)
Language: English

ABOUT THE EVENT
Welcome to our Marketing Masterclass Webinar Series, where we delve into the intricacies of crafting effective marketing strategies and plans to propel your business towards success. In this three-part series, we will equip you with the knowledge and tools necessary to navigate the dynamic landscape of marketing with confidence. The series starts with “Marketing Fundamentals: Crafting a Strategic Foundation,” where we’ll lay the groundwork by exploring the essentials of marketing strategy and market analysis. Next, in “Creating Effective Marketing Plans: From Strategy to Tactics,” we’ll dive deeper into the nuances of developing actionable marketing plans and selecting the most suitable tactics. Finally, in our concluding class, “Measuring Success:
Evaluating and Optimizing Your Marketing Efforts,” we’ll focus on the critical process of measuring, evaluating, and optimizing marketing outcomes to drive tangible results. Whether you’re a seasoned marketer or just starting out, join us on this journey to unlock the secrets of marketing mastery.

Dive into the core principles of marketing in this foundational class. Learn how to develop a robust marketing strategy tailored to your business goals. Understand the importance of conducting thorough market analysis to identify opportunities and challenges. By the end of this class, you’ll have the tools to create a solid marketing framework to guide your business towards success.

This webinar sets the stage for the next webinar in the Marketing Masterclass series, Class #2: Creating Effective Marketing Plans: From Strategy to Tactics. All registrants will receive access a link to the recorded webinar and the webinar materials after the live event.

This webinar is part of SCORE’s Marketing Masterclass Webinar Series. The series is designed to empower small business owners with the knowledge and skills needed to apply marketing strategies effectively and drive growth for their business. All webinars are taught by experienced certified SCORE Mentors.

ABOUT THE PRESENTER
Uyen P. Tran boasts an illustrious career spanning over 30 years, during which she has honed her expertise in marketing across a diverse range of industries, from consumer packaged goods to real estate and food & beverage. As a seasoned professional, she has navigated the complexities of marketing for both small startups and large corporations alike. Leveraging her wealth of experience, Uyen serves as a dedicated SCORE Mentor, offering guidance to entrepreneurs at every stage of their journey. From business planning to strategic development and marketing execution, Uyen’s mentorship empowers aspiring business owners to navigate
challenges and achieve success in their endeavors.

Miramar Business Academy 2024 - Where's the Money - Sales, Sales, Sales
2024-07-08 18:30 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | ONLINE
The City of Miramar Economic Development and Housing Department, through its Miramar Business Academy (MBA) is presenting its summer 2024 program. The goal of the MBA program is to help individuals and local entrepreneurs assess business opportunities, build successful businesses, and create wealth.
The summer 2024 program is focused on helping entrepreneurs and small business owners prepare for applying for grants, microloans, and small business loans from their municipalities, Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFIs), foundations, corporate sponsors, and traditional financial sources.
The Miramar Business Academy (MBA), in partnership with SCORE Broward, is a program that consists of 6 webinars, held once a week and 2 optional in-person sessions, from 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm, over 8 weeks. After completing all of the 6 webinars, participants can submit a business plan and become MBA Graduates, receive a Graduation Certificate and be honored at a ceremony at City Hall by the City of Miramar’s Economic Development & Housing Department.
This MBA program is designed for new as well as existing small businesses. The program will include the thought process and actions necessary to start and grow successful businesses.
Miramar Business Academy (MBA) graduates who are residents of the City of Miramar or own businesses in Miramar, will be eligible to apply for a small business grant up to $10,000 with the submission of a business plan. The plan should detail one or more eligible uses of the grant funds. As an investment in our entrepreneurs and local business owners, all classes will be offered free.
Non-residents will receive information on other sources they can apply to for grants and loans.
There will be two optional in-person sessions to provide hands on assistance in writing a business plan and calculating financial projections. SCORE Mentors will be available to work with the participants.

Online Workshop: SBA Technical Assistance & SBA Partner Resources
2024-07-09 10:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | ONLINE
The government marketplace poses unique challenges that can overwhelm any small business.

If you are a 7(j) eligible small businesses – Businesses certified in the 8 (a) Business Development Program, HUBZone Small Businesses, or Economically Disadvantaged Women-Owned Small Businesses (“EDWOSB”) you are eligible to access FREE counseling, technical assistance and more.

SBA recognizes these unique challenges and offers a newly redesigned program under 7(j) and the services of our SBA Resource Partners, as well as APEX counselors to meet these challenges.

The new “Empower To Grow” program provides one-on-one customized coaching, business training, and networking / matchmaking opportunities.

SBA Resource Partners offer mentoring, counseling, and training to help you start, grow, expand, or recover. APEX counselors can assist you determine if your company is ready for government opportunities and how to best position yourself to succeed.

Presenter Theresa M. Pinto is a 30+ year chamber of commerce professional, working primarily in communities throughout the East Coast. Most recently, Theresa transitioned into federal government service working for the U.S. Small Business Administration as a Business Development Specialist, after work for the State of New Hampshire Division of Economic Development as a Business Resource Specialist with Business and Economic Affairs.

Embracing YouTube Framework
2024-07-09 10:00 - 12:00 (America/Chicago) | ONLINE
The presentation’s purpose is to educate and guide individuals on how to effectively utilize YouTube to organically attract and engage their ideal audience. Practical steps such as video generation techniques and using AI tools for editing, you will learn a structured pathway for entrepreneurs to leverage YouTube for business growth.
This includes advice on optimizing video content for better reach and engagement, understanding the significance of YouTube as a major platform for audience building, and generating revenue through diverse means like affiliate marketing and specialized services.
The presentation benefits entrepreneurs looking for actionable strategies and support in harnessing the power of YouTube for their marketing efforts.

Our Presenter Edie Clarke
Edie Clarke is a remote video producer and video marketing strategist. In 2013, she opened Virtually In Sync where she provided video editing services primarily to speakers for their reels before eventually branching out to include video marketing, strategy consulting and virtual video production services while working with service based entrepreneurs like coaches, course creators, authors, strategists, and speakers.

The Gathering Business Summit 2024
2024-07-10 08:00 - 17:00, 2024-07-11 08:00 - 17:00 (America/Chicago) | AICCO, 69300 E. Nee Road, Quapaw, OK, 74363, United States
The Gathering Business Summit is the largest event hosted by the American Indian Chamber of Commerce of Oklahoma each year.
The conference offers sessions that highlight successful business plans of Native-owned businesses, how to seek government contracts, obtaining financial assistance for your businesses and business matchmaking sessions.
Visit with the directors of preferred Indian-owned programs and TERO from a number of tribes across Oklahoma who champion for Indian-owned businesses.
ENGAGING SPEAKERS
Gain new information and ideas from experienced business owners and leading professionals in their industries. Take the opportunity to attend beneficial sessions concerning Indian-owned business certifications and benefits at Tribal and Federal levels.
BUSINESS MATCHMAKING SESSIONS
Meet with representatives of preferred Indian-owned programs and TERO representatives.
TRADE SHOW
Take advantage of thriving businesses and entrepreneurs who offer value-added opportunities to increase your clientele base and vendor lists.
EVENING NETWORKING MIXER
Experience one-on-one time to visit with Tribal Directors and Native-owned businesses.

SMALL BUSINESS SOLUTIONS: EMPLOYEE BENEFITS BASICS
2024-07-10 11:00 - 12:00 (America/Chicago) | ONLINE
This training is a collaboration between OKSBDC and our professional partners at Insurica. Embarking on the journey of providing comprehensive employee benefits is a significant step for any small business. This virtual workshop is designed exclusively for small business owners seeking clarity on employee benefits. From health insurance to dental, vision, and beyond, this session offers concise insights to help you navigate the complexities of benefits for both yourself and your employees. Whether you’re just starting to explore benefits options or seeking to enhance your existing offerings, join us to demystify the world of employee benefits and empower your business for success.

Speaker(s): Colton Zajac, Employee Benefits Consultant, INSURICA
Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Language assistance services are available for limited English proficient individuals with appropriate advance notice. Please contact OKSBDC Training Manager Cindy Ruminer by email at cindy.ruminer@oksbdc.org or call 580-745-2877. All SBDC programs and services are extended to the public on a non-discriminatory basis. “Funded in part through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. All opinions, conclusions, and/or recommendations expressed herein are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the SBA.”

Small Business Lending
2024-07-11 10:00 - 12:00 (America/Chicago) | ONLINE
Not all lenders provide the same services. You will want to narrow your search to those that offer the type of financing you are looking for and will be likely to approve your loan application based upon you and your business creditworthiness. Ryan will discuss the factors that determine creditworthiness.
Ryan Melendez serves as the Assistant Vice President, and Market Leader for BB&T at the Crestview Banking Centers. His career has included experience in Small Business lending at the branch and district level for IBC Bank. He has 15 years of experience in retail banking and small business lending, where he has successfully assisted his clients in achieving their financial goals, and business ownership.

BUSINESS START UP
2024-07-11 10:30 - 12:00 (America/Chicago) | ONLINE
Thu 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM

Online
Facilitated by Oklahoma Small Business Development Center

Topic: Start-up Assistance

It’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.
Speaker(s): Jonathan Wynn, SBDC Business Advisor
Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Language assistance services are available for limited English proficient individuals with appropriate advance notice. Please contact OKSBDC Training Manager Cindy Ruminer by email at cindy.ruminer@oksbdc.org or call 580-745-2877.
Fee: No Cost

AICCO's Gathering Business Summit 2024
2024-07-11 16:00 - 17:00 (America/Chicago) | AICCO, 69300 E. Nee Road, Quapaw, OK, 74363, United States
Citizen Potawatomi Community Development Corporation’s very own Credit Analyst Chris Cochran is on the Lending Panel at The Gathering Business for 2024.
Chris will share information and insights to spur growth and innovation here in Indian Country.
Please register by June 26, 2024.

Understanding your Retirement Planning Options
2024-07-12 15:00 - 16:00 (America/Chicago) | ONLINE
At IDRS Acorn Project, we’ve said for a long time that you cannot have your business’s financial house in order if your personal financial house is not in order. Is your financial house organized? Even if you’re good, there always new tips and techniques that can help set you up for a better tomorrow. We are so honored to have financial expert, Eddie Torres, back for a five part workshop series to cover your whole financial life.
This webinar series will consist of five webinars. When you register for one webinar, you will be registered for the other four as well. Here are the webinars in the series:

Credit Management: Learn the five C’s of Credit and How Scores Are Calculated, May 10th
Introduction to Investing, May 31st
Tax Preparation 101 Workshop, June 21st
Understanding your Retirement Planning Options, July 12th
The Purpose of Budgeting and Saving, August 9th

Virtual: Intro to Canva
2024-07-17 10:00 - 11:30 (America/Chicago) | ONLINE
Join us to learn to use Canva’s drag-and-drop feature and ready-made layouts to design, share, and download social media graphics, flyers, business cards, presentations, and more! This class for beginners will show you how to set up your account, upload your brand kit, easily resize graphics, and even share designs among your team.
Funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. WBC 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 800-658-2823.

HUMAN RELATIONS: EMPLOYEE RECRUITMENT - SERIES 1 OF 3
2024-07-17 11:00 - 12:30 (America/Chicago) | ONLINE
Wed 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM

Online
Facilitated by Oklahoma Small Business Development Center

Topic: Managing Employees

OKSBDC 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.
Speaker(s): Christy Close, MsHRM, SHRM-CP, PHR HR Solid Foundation
Co-Sponsor(s):
Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Language assistance services are available for limited English proficient individuals with appropriate advance notice. Please contact OKSBDC Training Manager Cindy Ruminer by email at cindy.ruminer@oksbdc.org or call 580-745-2877. All SBDC programs and services are extended to the public on a non-discriminatory basis. “Funded in part through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. All opinions, conclusions, and/or recommendations expressed herein are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the SBA.”

Fee: No Cost

BUSINESS SMART
2024-07-18 11:00 - 12:00 (America/Chicago) | ONLINE
Thu 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM

Online
Facilitated by Oklahoma Small Business Development Center

Topic: Start-up Assistance

Hosted 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.
Speaker(s): OKSBDC Advisor Sandra Pierre OKSBDC Advisor Greg Jones
Co-Sponsor(s):
Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Language assistance services are available for limited English proficient individuals with appropriate advance notice. Please contact OKSBDC Training Manager Cindy Ruminer by email at cindy.ruminer@oksbdc.org or call 580-745-2877. All SBDC programs and services are extended to the public on a non-discriminatory basis. “Funded in part through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. All opinions, conclusions, and/or recommendations expressed herein are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the SBA.”
Fee: No Cost

GRASSROOTS INNOVATION ACCELERATORS: ASK ME ANYTHING
2024-07-19 09:30 - 10:30 (America/Chicago) | ONLINE
Fri 9:30 AM to 10:30 AM

Online
Facilitated by Oklahoma SBDC Tech Launch Center

Topic: Technology

The Oklahoma SBDC and Oklahoma Farm Bureau invite you to join us for this virtual event where we’ll discuss The Oklahoma Grassroots Rural & Ag Accelerator program and answer all your questions about how it can help innovative rural businesses in Oklahoma. The Activate Oklahoma track is designed for any rural-based business with an innovation or product that will bring economic opportunities to Oklahoma’s rural communities. The Agcelerate Oklahoma pipeline focuses on innovations and technologies that have an on-farm or production agriculture application in an effort to diversify opportunities for farmers with a farmer-focused and farmer-led development program. Together with our program and investment partners, the Oklahoma Grassroots Rural & Ag Business Accelerators program is giving Oklahoma’s best and brightest the support they need to change the world, starting right here in rural Oklahoma.
Speaker(s): Amarie Bartel, Rural Economic Development Coordinator Oklahoma Farm Bureau Jessica Ervin, Technology Innovation Director Oklahoma SBDC Ethan Biller, Rose State SBDC Center Director
Co-Sponsor(s):

Fee: No Cost

SSBCI Program for Rural Small Businesses
2024-07-23 11:00 - 12:00 (America/Chicago) | ONLINE
Dan Luton and Ray Fitzgerald will discuss what the SSBCI program is and how it can be utilized by small businesses and economic development partners in Oklahoma.

SSBCI Program for Rural Small Businesses
2024-07-23 11:00 - 12:00 (America/Chicago) | ONLINE
Ray Fitzerald, TEDC and Dan Luton, OCAST will discuss the SSBCI and how it can be utilized by lenders and borrowers in rural communities.

Academy 101: Intro to Hosting with EBCI and IDRS
2024-07-23 12:00 - 13:30 (America/Chicago) | ONLINE
Airbnb is partnering with Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians and Indian Dispute Resolution Services to bring you the Airbnb Entrepreneurship Academy.
The Academy gives entrepreneurs skills, practical tools and support to become Hosts on Airbnb and earn extra money. The program includes introductory information on the Airbnb platform, hosting best practices, and how to get started. Superhost Ambassador support is designed to set Academy participants up for success as Hosts on Airbnb.

Should I register?
Do you want to become a Host on Airbnb and earn extra money sharing your space or expertise? Registration is open to individuals in the United States who have never hosted on Airbnb.

Program:
– The Airbnb opportunity
– Hosting best practices with an Airbnb Superhost Ambassador
– Online community resources

INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY BASICS WITH USPTO
2024-07-23 13:00 - 14:30 (America/Chicago) | ONLINE
Tue 1:00 PM to 2:30 PM

Online
Facilitated by Oklahoma Small Business Development Center

Are you interested in learning about intellectual property (IP) fundamentals? In this webinar, you will get an overview of four different types of IP while learning the importance of understanding each type. In addition, learn about USPTO resources and initiatives for the small business community. USPTO experts will cover: Patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets Why innovators and entrepreneurs should consider protecting their IP Local resources and assistance available through the USPTO and other agencies Presented by the Texas Regional United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) Attendees will receive a copy of the presentation and will have the opportunity to ask questions.
Speaker(s): Presented by the Texas Regional United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO)
Co-Sponsor(s): Hosted by the Arkansas Small Business and Technology Development Center in partnership with the Northwest Texas SBDC Network, Southwest Texas SBDC Network, Mississippi SBDC, Oklahoma SBDC, and the University of Houston Texas Gulf Coast SBDC Network
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.
Fee: No Cost

HUMAN RELATIONS: SERIES 2 OF 3 - TOTAL REWARDS & COMPENSATION
2024-07-24 11:00 - 12:30 (America/Chicago) | ONLINE
Wed 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM

Online
Facilitated by Oklahoma Small Business Development Center

Topic: Managing Employees

Human 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.
Speaker(s): Christy Close, MsHRM, SHRM-CP, PHR HR Solid Foundation
Co-Sponsor(s):
Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Language assistance services are available for limited English proficient individuals with appropriate advance notice. Please contact OKSBDC Training Manager Cindy Ruminer by email at cindy.ruminer@oksbdc.org or call 580-745-2877. All SBDC programs and services are extended to the public on a non-discriminatory basis. “Funded in part through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. All opinions, conclusions, and/or recommendations expressed herein are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the SBA.”
Fee: No Cost

Social Media Essentials for Your Business
2024-07-24 18:30 - 20:30 (America/Chicago) | ONLINE
– How to create a content calendar to sync all your marketing efforts (Participants will receive a complimentary digital copy of a digital calendar-$27 value)
– How to choose which platforms make sense for your business
– The right days and times to post on each platform and how often to post
– What type of content to post for best engagement
– What is a social media influencer and why to use them
Patty Ross has well over 20 years of experience in marketing and has been in the online space since 1998 where she developed an e-commerce program for a gourmet gift company into a million-dollar business. She has marketing coaching and full-service clients in financial, legal, education, health and beauty, wine, motorsports, e-commerce, coaching, landscape design, cbd/cannabis, restaurants, transportation and logistics, political activism, non-profits and more. Golden State Marketing and her other business, California Wine Marketing, were founded in 2006. Patty enjoys speaking on various marketing topics to help business owners understand the importance of marketing their brand online and offline.

Writing a Winning Business Plan
2024-07-25 10:00 - 12:00 (America/Chicago) | ONLINE
Learn the essential elements for preparing a plan for business success by identifying content and format for a business plan–including sources of information to aid in its development. You should understand that a business plan is a valuable internal tool, even when not required for the benefit of investors or loan officers. A business plan may force you to think about your idea in new ways and to question the validity of your product/service target markets. It can serve as a guide or benchmark to allow you to track your progress and to stay committed to your long-term goals. If you have partners, it can help avoid misunderstandings. It will help you to better describe and to speak more concisely about your company. All these elements of a business plan can contribute to successful implementation of your business idea.
After earning a PhD in Chemical Engineering, Grant Wilson spent 42 years in industrial automation product development and application. He is an experienced leader of large product development programs – software, hardware, test and support with special focus on innovative process improvement in all areas, and organization/leadership development. He was engaged with all aspects of a business from strategy development to ongoing customer support at all levels from individual contributor to executive. In later years he engaged in organizational and personal development–particularly mentoring..

Master Your Loan Application: Building a Personal Financial Statement
2024-07-29 14:00 - 15:00, 2024-07-30 14:00 - 15:30 (America/Chicago) | ONLINE
The Texas South-West SBDCs have partnered together to bring you expert content to help your small business grow and succeed! This training session dives deep into Personal Financial Statements (PFS) for loan applications. We’ll break down what a PFS is and why it’s crucial for lenders. You’ll learn how to navigate the process, gather the necessary information, and present it in a way that showcases your financial strength. By the end, you’ll be equipped to build a compelling PFS that increases your chances of loan approval, potentially securing favorable terms, and gaining valuable insights into your own financial health. Presented by Dr. Michael Thompson Funded in part through the State of Texas and a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities or limited English proficiency will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Contact Ashton Everett at (361) 698-2422 or sbdc@delmar.edu. By registering for this event and providing your information, you acknowledge and agree Del Mar College Small Business Development Center (DMC SBDC) reserves the right to contact you by any means for DMC SBDC related services. DMC SBDC also reserves the right to exclude you from this or future events if DMC SBDC in its sole discretion determines your participation or behavior creates a disruption or hinders the presentation of content by other attendees. Furthermore, by participating in this event, you acknowledge and agree to grant DMC SBDC the right to record, film, live stream, photograph, or capture your likeness during this event to distribute, broadcast, used, or otherwise disseminate, in perpetuity, such media without any further approval from you or any payment to you.

Getting More 5 Star Reviews for Your Business
2024-07-30 10:00 - 11:30 (America/Chicago) | ONLINE
Gain understanding of the essential strategies for enhancing customer reviews and improving business success.

Tribal Assistance for Native Owned Small Businesses
2024-07-30 11:00 - 12:00 (America/Chicago) | ONLINE
The SBA Oklahoma District Office supports small businesses with training, counseling, loan guaranties, and contracting programs.
Join us to learn about small business assistance from the Cherokee, Chickasaw, and Choctaw Nation.
This Assistance is for Native Owned Small Businesses with Sandra Wesson, Chickasaw Nation; Billy Hamilton, Choctaw Nation; and Stephen Highers, Cherokee Nation to learn more about their programs and initiatives. They will cover it from an economic development partner perspective as well as for native owned small businesses.

Prepare Financial Projections for Your Business Plan
2024-07-31 10:00 - 12:00 (America/Chicago) | ONLINE
An important section of your written business plan is your financial projections. Phil will give you the guidance and tools to prepare financial projections that are acceptable to lenders and investors.

Get Customers NOW!
2024-07-31 11:00 - 12:00 (America/Chicago) | ONLINE
This program is a comprehensive online marketing training program that helps businesses attract and retain customers through strategic online marketing efforts. Led by expert marketer Maria, participants will learn how to identify and engage with their target audience, create compelling content, optimize their website for search engines, and more. With the knowledge and skills gained from this program, businesses can build a strong and successful online presence. It’s those little things that can often trip up how we optimize and grow our business fast. In this session, you’ll learn: How to identify and continually engage your target audience Create compelling content that’s helpful to your audience and the search engines Website SEO and how to fortify the strength and reach of all your Google Tools

HUMAN RELATIONS SERIES 3 OF 3: EMPLOYEE RELATIONS
2024-07-31 11:00 - 12:30 (America/Chicago) | ONLINE
Wed 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM

Online
Facilitated by Oklahoma Small Business Development Center

Topic: Managing Employees

Human 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.
Speaker(s): Christy Close, MsHRM, SHRM-CP, PHR HR Solid Foundation
Co-Sponsor(s):
Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Language assistance services are available for limited English proficient individuals with appropriate advance notice. Please contact OKSBDC Training Manager Cindy Ruminer by email at cindy.ruminer@oksbdc.org or call 580-745-2877. All SBDC programs and services are extended to the public on a non-discriminatory basis. “Funded in part through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. All opinions, conclusions, and/or recommendations expressed herein are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the SBA.”
Fee: No Cost
