Decoding Financial Statements: A Path to Better Decisions
2025-11-11 11:00 - 12:00 (America/Chicago) | ONLINE
Join us for an interactive virtual workshop designed to empower small business owners with the skills to interpret financial statements effectively. This workshop is continuation of the Financial Projections and Beyond and will take a deeper dive into the financial statements. Attendees will learn how to analyze balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements to make informed decisions that drive growth and stability. Gain practical insights and strategies to strengthen your financial acumen and take your business to the next level. Don’t miss this opportunity to decode the numbers and unlock your business’s potential!

Decoding Financial Statements: A Path to Better Decisions
2025-11-11 11:00 - 12:30
Join us for an interactive virtual workshop designed to empower small business owners with the skills to interpret financial statements effectively. This workshop is continuation of the Financial Projections and Beyond and will take a deeper dive into the financial statements. Attendees will learn how to analyze balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements to make informed decisions that drive growth and stability. Gain practical insights and strategies to strengthen your financial acumen and take your business to the next level. Don’t miss this opportunity to decode the numbers and unlock your business’s potential!
Speaker(s): Edward Dyer – OKSBDC Business Advisor
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.”
This training event is supported by federal taxpayer funds. By registering, I certify that I am legally authorized to receive services funded by U.S. taxpayer dollars, in accordance with applicable federal law and regulations

Make Your Website Work for You
2025-11-12 11:00 - 12:00
Want to learn the best tips for launching or sprucing up your business website? In this workshop, Google’s Maria Elena Duron will help entrepreneurs discover how to create a search-friendly website that drives user action and supports your business goals. Whether launching a new website or sprucing up an old one, this workshop is for you.

Make Your Website Work for You
2025-11-12 11:00 - 12:00
Want to learn the best tips for launching or sprucing up your business website?
In this workshop, Google’s Maria Elena Duron will help entrepreneurs discover how to create a search-friendly website that drives user action and supports your business goals. Whether launching a new website or sprucing up an old one, this workshop is for you.
Speaker(s): Maria Elena Duron, Google Expert Trainer
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.
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.
This training event is supported by federal taxpayer funds. By registering, I certify that I am legally authorized to receive services funded by U.S. taxpayer dollars, in accordance with applicable federal law and regulations

Microsoft PowerPoint – Leveraging Master Slides
2025-11-13 10:00 - 11:30
Are you wasting time changing each slide individually to give your presentation a consistent look? Leveraging Master Slides is a critical feature unknown to most PowerPoint users. Join us to learn how to use Master Slides, customize themes and add complex animations to engage and inform your audience. There will also be plenty of time for Q&A.
Topics to be discussed:
Master Slides for customization
Advanced show options
Animation
We’ll have plenty of time for Q&A with the presenter at the end of the session!

Business Start Up
2025-11-14 10:30 - 12:00, 2025-12-12 10:30 - 12:00
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.

Business Start Up
2025-11-14 10:30 - 12:00
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): OKSBDC 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.
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.”
This training event is supported by federal taxpayer funds. By registering, I certify that I am legally authorized to receive services funded by U.S. taxpayer dollars, in accordance with applicable federal law and regulations

Podcasting – The Pros and Cons of Starting Your Own Show
2025-11-19 11:00 - 12:00
This training dives into the benefits and challenges of launching your own show, helping you decide if podcasting is the right fit for your business or personal brand.
Learn what it takes to plan, record, and grow a successful podcast, as well as tips to connect with your audience and stand out in a crowded market.
Perfect for entrepreneurs, content creators, and anyone curious about the world of podcasting, you’ll leave with a clear understanding of the opportunities and obstacles, empowering you to make an informed decision and start with confidence!

Business Smart
2025-11-20 11:00 - 12:00
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.

Business Start Up
2025-11-20 11:00 - 12:00
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 Shannon Spier OKSBDC Advisor Greg Jones
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.”
This training event is supported by federal taxpayer funds. By registering, I certify that I am legally authorized to receive services funded by U.S. taxpayer dollars, in accordance with applicable federal law and regulations

AI Strategy That Scales: Build Smarter Systems That Grow With You
2025-12-03 11:00 - 12:00
Small business doesn’t mean small thinking.
And in 2025, strategy isn’t just about what you post-it’s about how your systems talk to each other, how your team moves faster with AI, and how your business gets seen and trusted in a landscape run by machine learning and digital trust. In this session, we’ll unpack the practical, no-fluff AI strategy that’s helping everyday business owners outpace competitors, lower workload, and finally scale without burning out or bloating the budget. This isn’t a tech talk. It’s a visibility and efficiency accelerator.
What You’ll Learn:
✅ How to design an AI strategy that supports your real goals-not just shiny trends
✅ The 3 visibility blind spots AI is exposing in small businesses (and how to fix them)
✅ How to use trust signals, automation, and AI tools to fuel growth with fewer bottlenecks
✅ Why you don’t need more tools-you need smarter workflows
✅ The AI-powered visibility system that works while you sleep

📌 Built for: • Service providers, creators, and small business owners who are tired of patching tactics together and ready for a system that scales

AI Strategy That Scales: Build Smarter Systems That Grow With You
2025-12-03 11:00 - 12:00
Small business doesn’t mean small thinking. And in 2025, strategy isn’t just about what you post-it’s about how your systems talk to each other, how your team moves faster with AI, and how your business gets seen and trusted in a landscape run by machine learning and digital trust. In this session, we’ll unpack the practical, no-fluff AI strategy that’s helping everyday business owners outpace competitors, lower workload, and finally scale without burning out or bloating the budget. This isn’t a tech talk. It’s a visibility and efficiency accelerator.
What You’ll Learn:
✅ How to design an AI strategy that supports your real goals-not just shiny trends
✅ The 3 visibility blind spots AI is exposing in small businesses (and how to fix them)
✅ How to use trust signals, automation, and AI tools to fuel growth with fewer bottlenecks
✅ Why you don’t need more tools-you need smarter workflows
✅ The AI-powered visibility system that works while you sleep
📌 Built for: • Service providers, creators, and small business owners who are tired of patching tactics together and ready for a system that scales
Speaker(s): Maria Elena Duron Smart Brand System
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.”

OKC Women’s Business Breakfast
2025-12-04 08:00 - 10:00
REI Oklahoma invites you to join us for the OKC Women’s Business Breakfast – a monthly networking and business-building event. This opportunity enables you to interact with other women in business and potential customers, build your network and market your business!
Each month this exclusive networking meeting for women business owners, professionals and small business resource partners will cover a topic relevant to small business management and include a time of introductions so participants come away with new contacts and resources.

A Year In Review: Metrics That Matter
2025-12-10 11:00 - 12:00
Understanding your business metrics is crucial for success, but sifting through the overwhelming data can be daunting. In this video, Maria Elena simplifies analytics by focusing on the numbers that truly matter. Learn how to set SMART goals, interpret customer behavior, and optimize free tools like Google Analytics to make data-driven decisions.
Discover how identifying your audience’s needs, understanding their journey, and aligning your goals with actionable insights can lead to smarter marketing strategies. Whether you’re a small business owner or an entrepreneur, this session provides practical tips to help you cut through the noise and focus on what grows your business.
KEY TAKEAWAYS:
● Learn the difference between “neat-to-know” and “need-to-know” data for better focus.
● Understand the importance of SMART goals and how to apply them effectively.
● Discover how Google Analytics tracks website visitors and reveals customer behavior.
● Transactional vs. Campaign Emails: Understand the difference and how each can be used effectively.

A Year In Review: Metrics That Matter
2025-12-10 11:00 - 12:00
Understanding your business metrics is crucial for success, but sifting through the overwhelming data can be daunting. In this video, Maria Elena simplifies analytics by focusing on the numbers that truly matter. Learn how to set SMART goals, interpret customer behavior, and optimize free tools like Google Analytics to make data-driven decisions.
Discover how identifying your audience’s needs, understanding their journey, and aligning your goals with actionable insights can lead to smarter marketing strategies. Whether you’re a small business owner or an entrepreneur, this session provides practical tips to help you cut through the noise and focus on what grows your business.
KEY TAKEAWAYS:
● Learn the difference between “neat-to-know” and “need-to-know” data for better focus.
● Understand the importance of SMART goals and how to apply them effectively.
● Discover how Google Analytics tracks website visitors and reveals customer behavior.
● Transactional vs. Campaign Emails: Understand the difference and how each can be used effectively.
Speaker(s): Maria Elena Duron Smart Brand System
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.”

Business Start Up
2025-12-12 10:30 - 12:00
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): OKSBDC 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.
