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SUMMARY:Tribal Assistance for Native Owned Small Businesses
DESCRIPTION:The SBA Oklahoma District Office supports small businesses with training\, counseling\, loan guaranties\, and contracting programs. \nJoin us to learn about small business assistance from the Cherokee\, Chickasaw\, and Choctaw Nation. \nThis 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.
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/tribal-assistance-for-native-owned-small-businesses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240730T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240730T153000
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SUMMARY:Master Your Loan Application: Building a Personal Financial Statement
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/master-your-loan-application-building-a-personal-financial-statement-2
LOCATION:ONLINE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240731T100000
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CREATED:20240729T171555Z
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SUMMARY:Prepare Financial Projections for Your Business Plan
DESCRIPTION:  \nAn 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.
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/prepare-financial-projections-for-your-business-plan-3
LOCATION:ONLINE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240731T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240731T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T125955
CREATED:20240729T171806Z
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UID:4248-1722423600-1722427200@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:Get Customers NOW!
DESCRIPTION: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
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/get-customers-now
LOCATION:ONLINE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240731T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240731T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T125955
CREATED:20240524T163300Z
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UID:4150-1722423600-1722429000@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:HUMAN RELATIONS SERIES 3 OF 3: EMPLOYEE RELATIONS
DESCRIPTION:Wed 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM\n\n\n\n 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): \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.” \nFee: No Cost
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/human-relations-series-3-of-3-employee-relations-2
LOCATION:ONLINE
ORGANIZER;CN="OKSBDC":MAILTO:cindy.ruminer@oksbdc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240801T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240801T103000
DTSTAMP:20260403T125955
CREATED:20240524T163430Z
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UID:4152-1722504600-1722508200@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:GRASSROOTS INNOVATION ACCELERATORS: ASK ME ANYTHING
DESCRIPTION:Thu 9:30 AM to 10:30 AM\n\n\n\n Online \nFacilitated by Oklahoma SBDC Tech Launch Center\n\nTopic: Technology\n\nThe 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. \nSpeaker(s): Amarie Bartel\, Rural Economic Development Coordinator Oklahoma Farm Bureau Jessica Ervin\, Technology Innovation Director Oklahoma SBDC Ethan Biller\, Rose State SBDC Center Director \nCo-Sponsor(s): \n\nFee: No Cost
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/grassroots-innovation-accelerators-ask-me-anything-3
LOCATION:ONLINE
ORGANIZER;CN="OKSBDC":MAILTO:cindy.ruminer@oksbdc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240801T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240801T110000
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CREATED:20240729T172559Z
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UID:4255-1722506400-1722510000@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:Simplifying QuickBooks
DESCRIPTION:New to QuickBooks? You will learn about the different versions of QuickBooks\, look at the user interface\, and become prepared for free\, one-on-one sessions with a SCORE mentor to get your company set up in QuickBooks.
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/simplifying-quickbooks-2
LOCATION:ONLINE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240801T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240801T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T125955
CREATED:20240729T172754Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240729T172754Z
UID:4257-1722517200-1722520800@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:Tribal Webinar on Corporate Transparency Act - Beneficial Ownership Requirements
DESCRIPTION:The bipartisan Corporate Transparency Act\, passed to curb illicit finance\, now requires many companies doing business in the United States to report basic information to the Federal government about the real people who own or control them. Join U.S. Treasury Department officials Thursday\, August 1 at 2 p.m. ET for a virtual webinar on these new beneficial ownership reporting requirements\, how to file\, and how the law affects Tribal businesses
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/tribal-webinar-on-corporate-transparency-act-beneficial-ownership-requirements
LOCATION:ONLINE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240807T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240807T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T125955
CREATED:20240807T154855Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240807T154855Z
UID:4267-1723032000-1723035600@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:Securing Your Small Business: Privacy and Data Security
DESCRIPTION:  \nJoin special guest Scott Augenbaum\, former FBI agent and cybersecurity expert\, to learn about the latest privacy laws and details on how to protect your business from fraud and a data breach. Although the United States has no federal data security or privacy law covering all businesses\, many states have enacted laws and regulations that small businesses must navigate. This webinar will cover: \n\nData and website security basics and how to not be the victim of a data breach\nHow to best protect employee and customer personal information\nState-level privacy legislation\, including California’s Consumer Privacy Act\, and data breach notification rules\nFederal laws\, including CAN-SPAM\, telemarketing\, and opt-out essentials\nQ&A\n\n 
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/securing-your-small-business-privacy-and-data-security
LOCATION:ONLINE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240807T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240807T140000
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CREATED:20240807T154639Z
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UID:4265-1723032000-1723039200@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:Building a Business & Personal Budget
DESCRIPTION:Building Your First Personal and Business Budget \nManaging your finances as a consumer or business owner is important and in this workshop I’ll teach you the benefits of creating and managing your own personalized budget to meet your financial goals. Join this SCORE workshop to help learn the ins and outs of a good budget and start scaling your business through effect money management practices. \n  \nThis 1 hour presentation covers: \n1.    Building your first budget. \n2.    Importance of setting goals and pacing yourself. \n3.    Good practice for tracking and maintaining your budget. \n4.    Lastly\, ways to avoid Budget Busters to keep your business moving forward. \n  \nLearning Outcomes: \n1.    Budget Basics \n2.    Setting Goals \n3.    Preparing for an Emergency \n4.    Thinking Short and Long-term for your Business
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/building-a-business-personal-budget
LOCATION:ONLINE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240807T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240807T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T125955
CREATED:20240807T155008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240807T155026Z
UID:4269-1723039200-1723046400@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:DIY VIdeo Marketing Best Practices for Your Small Business (Online)
DESCRIPTION:  \n  \nVideo is everywhere. It’s on social media\, in search engines\, on websites\, on televisions\, on billboards\, and more. Video is how we now consume information and there are whole generations who have grown up with this as their standard of communication and learning. It is key for any brand\, business\, or organization to embrace video content as a core component of customers service\, marketing\, communications\, HR\, operations\, and sales. It permeates all aspects of doing business in the modern world. There are a wide variety of ways in which video can be implemented in marketing\, sales\, and customer service. In the long term these video communications strategies can save time\, increase sales\, build trust\, and deepen relationships. Join digital marketing expert Sarah Benoit as she discusses her favorite video platforms\, simple ways to explore making your own videos\, and tips from the experts to make your content stand out.
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/diy-video-marketing-best-practices-for-your-small-business-online-wednesday-august-07-2024-200-pm-to-400-pm-eastern
LOCATION:ONLINE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240808T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240808T110000
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CREATED:20240807T155358Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240807T155358Z
UID:4274-1723111200-1723114800@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:AI-Powered Creativity: Content for Social Media
DESCRIPTION:About the event\nExplore the potential of AI in enhancing your social media content. Join Roni Ramos\, as we delve into how artificial intelligence can automate and refine the creation of engaging text\, captivating visuals\, and personalized posts. Learn how to use AI tools to produce dynamic content that aims to connect with your audience. This webinar will introduce innovative techniques for crafting compelling narratives and visuals designed to catch the eye and encourage engagement. Suitable for marketers and content creators at any level of expertise\, this session helps you leverage the latest AI technology to enrich your social media strategy. \nPresented by Roni Ramos. \nDo you need to up the look of your social media or create videos for your business? \nRoni Ramos has your back! She hosts entertaining and informative webinars that give you actionable steps to create great content for your own business. \nRoni is a great cheerleader for business owners who think this might be hard… \nBut it’s not!
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/ai-powered-creativity-content-for-social-media
LOCATION:ONLINE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240808T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240808T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T125955
CREATED:20240807T155238Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240807T155238Z
UID:4272-1723111200-1723116600@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:What Is Your Brand Story?
DESCRIPTION:Having a brand story that clearly differentiates your business has a direct impact to your bottom line. Your story tells your team and your customers what makes your company different and why your customers should do business with you. \n  \n  \nbill.grosskopf@scorevolunteer.org
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/what-is-your-brand-story
LOCATION:ONLINE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240808T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240808T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T125955
CREATED:20240807T155612Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240807T155612Z
UID:4276-1723122000-1723129200@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:Social Media Marketing for Small Businesses - Basics and Latest Trends
DESCRIPTION:  \n\n\nTitle: Social Media Marketing for Small Businesses – Basics and Latest Trends\nDate: Thursday\, August 8\, 2024\nTime: 1:00 PM (GMT-04:00) Eastern Time – New York\nDuration: 90 minutes\n\n\n\n\n  \nSocial media can be a powerful tool for small business owners to market their products and services directly to their customers. However\, social media can also be overwhelming. Which platform do you post on? How often should you post? What do you post and when? \nIn this webinar\, marketing expert Patty Ross will teach you the basics every business owner should know about social media marketing and the latest trends you should follow. \nYou will learn: \n\nHow to create a content calendar\nHow to choose which platforms make sense for your business\nThe right times to post on each platform and how often\nWhat type of content to post for the best engagement\nWhat are the best social media advertising options\n\nLive attendees will receive the slide deck and a link to this webinar recording. \nFunded 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. By registering for this event\, you agree to receive email communications from SCORE based on the information collected. Click HERE to view SCORE Terms and Conditions and Privacy Statements. \n\n\n 
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/social-media-marketing-for-small-businesses-basics-and-latest-trends
LOCATION:ONLINE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240809T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240809T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T125955
CREATED:20240807T155738Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240807T155738Z
UID:4278-1723199400-1723204800@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:Business Start Up
DESCRIPTION:Topic: 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 \nCo-Sponsor(s): \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.
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/business-start-up-25
LOCATION:ONLINE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240809T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240809T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T125955
CREATED:20240508T175518Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240508T175518Z
UID:4118-1723215600-1723219200@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:The Purpose of Budgeting and Saving
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThis 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: \n\nCredit Management: Learn the five C’s of Credit and How Scores Are Calculated\, May 10th\nIntroduction to Investing\, May 31st\nTax Preparation 101 Workshop\, June 21st\nUnderstanding your Retirement Planning Options\, July 12th\nThe Purpose of Budgeting and Saving\, August 9th
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/the-purpose-of-budgeting-and-saving-2
LOCATION:ONLINE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240809T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240809T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T125955
CREATED:20240807T155841Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240807T155841Z
UID:4280-1723215600-1723219200@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:Financial Literacy with Eddie Torres
DESCRIPTION:In this series\, participants will learn the steps to building a strong financial foundation.
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/financial-literacy-with-eddie-torres
LOCATION:ONLINE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240813T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240813T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T125955
CREATED:20240807T160027Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240807T160027Z
UID:4282-1723543200-1723546800@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:Marketing Tools for Government Contracting
DESCRIPTION:No cost virtual event. Join Del Mar Apex Accelerator staff for this webinar. Government contracting is a complex and competitive landscape\, and it can be difficult to stand out from the crowd. That’s where marketing capability statements\, elevator pitches\, and effective business cards come in. In this webinar\, you’ll learn how to use these three essential tools: – Craft compelling marketing capability statements that highlight your unique strengths and value proposition. – Develop a persuasive elevator pitch that can grab the attention of potential clients and decision-makers. – Maximize the effectiveness of business cards Whether you’re new to government contracting or a seasoned pro\, this webinar is for you. You’ll learn from experienced APEX Accelerator advisors who will share their insights and best practices for using these three tools. The Texas South-West SBDC’s have partnered together to bring you expert content to help your small business grow and succeed. 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 UHV SBDC at (361) 485-4485 or sbdc@uhv.edu.
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/marketing-tools-for-government-contracting
LOCATION:ONLINE
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240813T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240813T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T125955
CREATED:20240807T160155Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240807T160155Z
UID:4285-1723546800-1723550400@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:Matching the Employer and Workforce
DESCRIPTION:Are you experiencing a workforce shortage with the training you need? Join the SBA District Office\, Oklahoma Department of Education\, and Oklahoma CareerTech to hear about programs to train high school and college students in financial literacy and business skills to better equip them for careers while working for others or starting their own small business. The SBA Oklahoma District Office will also provide an overview of SBA Programs for small business owners whether new or existing.
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/matching-the-employer-and-workforce
LOCATION:ONLINE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240813T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240813T143000
DTSTAMP:20260403T125955
CREATED:20240807T160502Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240807T160502Z
UID:4288-1723554000-1723559400@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:How to Use Video in Your Small Business or Nonprofit
DESCRIPTION:Our brains are wired for stories\, and there's no better way to tell a story than with video. People are consuming more video today than ever before\, \nand they're watching videos in places and on devices that were unheard of just 15 or 20 years ago. \nYou don't have to have an expensive production studio to create videos people want to watch and share. \nThis webinar will teach you how to use video in different ways\, how to look good on camera\, how to produce dynamite videos on a firecracker budget\, \nand - most of all - how to get results from your videos.\n\n\n\n\nInstructor \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRuss Seagle\n\n\n\nExecutive Director \nThe Sequoyah Fund\, Inc.\n\n\n\n\nRuss Seagle holds a MBA from Western Carolina University\, has owned multiple small businesses\, and has been a small business consultant\, advisor\, and educator since 1998. \nHe was named Executive Director of The Sequoyah Fund in 2013 and led a successful turnaround following an act of fraud by his predecessor that almost terminated the organization.\nRuss personally manages Sequoyah Fund's REAL Entrepreneurship program that provides entrepreneurship curriculum products and certification in 43 states and 12 countries. \nRuss has been a professional speaker since 2000\, has been a professional member of the National Speakers Association since 2013\, and is a Certified Virtual Presenter. \nRuss speaks frequently both virtually and in-person on wide-ranging small business topics\, entrepreneurship\, small business capital access\, and fraud prevention\, \ndetection\, and recovery.
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/how-to-use-video-in-your-small-business-or-nonprofit
LOCATION:ONLINE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240813T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240813T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T125955
CREATED:20240807T160610Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240807T160610Z
UID:4290-1723557600-1723561200@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:Hosting an Airbnb in Indian Country
DESCRIPTION:Join IDRS Acorn Project and learn how to build out your site with Airbnb Ambassador Kate\, as well as learn from two experiences host who are currently hosting in Indian Country.
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/hosting-an-airbnb-in-indian-country
LOCATION:ONLINE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240814T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240814T133000
DTSTAMP:20260403T125955
CREATED:20240807T164510Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240807T164510Z
UID:4296-1723636800-1723642200@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:Managing Balance and Burnout in Your Business to Keep Your Head Above Water
DESCRIPTION:Are you having trouble balancing all your responsibilities and feeling overwhelmed in your business? This session will help you discover some of the reasons why. Learn how to put joy back into your work. Recognize early signs of stress and burnout and address them quickly. Leave with new strategies for self-care\, a plan for a healthier lifestyle and tips to help you decrease stress.
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/managing-balance-and-burnout-in-your-business-to-keep-your-head-above-water
LOCATION:ONLINE
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DTSTAMP:20260403T125955
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SUMMARY:First Steps in Government Contracting Coweta
DESCRIPTION:Government contracting first steps workshop. The workshop covers OkAPEX Accelerators\, formerly PTAC\, SAM registration\, OMES registration\, Industry Codes\, Capabilities Statements\, and cybersecurity. Virtual options are available. Register today for FREE!
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/first-steps-in-government-contracting-coweta
LOCATION:ONLINE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240815T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240815T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T125955
CREATED:20240807T164914Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240807T164914Z
UID:4300-1723719600-1723723200@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:Business Smart
DESCRIPTION: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 \nCo-Sponsor(s): \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\n  \nFee: No Cost
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/business-smart-13
LOCATION:ONLINE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240815T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240815T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T125955
CREATED:20240807T165051Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240807T165051Z
UID:4303-1723730400-1723734000@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:AI Basics: How Easy-to-Use Artificial Intelligence Tools Can Transform Your Small Business
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an enlightening webinar to explore the fundamentals of AI and its practical applications for Native-owned small businesses. Discover how AI can be seamlessly integrated into various aspects of your business\, improving customer service\, writing product descriptions\, creating marketing content\, and so much more.
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/ai-basics-how-easy-to-use-artificial-intelligence-tools-can-transform-your-small-business
LOCATION:ONLINE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240815T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240815T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T125955
CREATED:20240807T165155Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240807T165155Z
UID:4305-1723748400-1723752000@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:Start a Business While Working Full Time
DESCRIPTION:Starting a business while keeping your full-time job is challenging\, but it’s also one of the best ways to discover if you have what it takes to be a true entrepreneur. If you can handle the hard work and long hours needed to juggle your business\, your job\, and your personal life\, you’ll be well prepared for the demands of running a full-time business. How do you know when it’s time to make that transition? 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. By entering your phone number and submitting this form\, you consent to receive informational and reminder text messages from SCORE at the number provided. Consent is not a condition of any purchase. Message and data rates may apply. Message frequency varies. You can unsubscribe at any time by replying STOP or clicking the unsubscribe link (where available) in one of our messages.
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/start-a-business-while-working-full-time
LOCATION:ONLINE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240816T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240816T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T125955
CREATED:20240807T165312Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240807T165312Z
UID:4307-1723816800-1723820400@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:Legal and Regulatory Compliance
DESCRIPTION:Legal and Regulatory Compliance: Understanding legal requirements and regulations relevant to the business. Identifying and mitigating risks associated with the business operations.
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/legal-and-regulatory-compliance
LOCATION:ONLINE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240820T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240820T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T125955
CREATED:20240807T165433Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240807T165433Z
UID:4309-1724158800-1724162400@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:Marketing on a Budget: Boost Your Brand Without Breaking the Bank
DESCRIPTION:You don’t have to empty your pockets to market your business successfully. Join small business experts Brian Moran and Jocelyn Ring for an exclusive webinar on mastering Marketing on a Budget. Learn cost-effective strategies to maximize your marketing impact and efficiently grow your brand. \nThis webinar will provide practical tips and actionable insights for optimizing your marketing plans. Jocelyn and Brian will share proven methods that you can implement immediately to see results. Take advantage of this opportunity to enhance your marketing efforts without overspending. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nDiscover the essential principles of cost-effective marketing.\nDevelop a clear and compelling marketing message\nMake effective use of social media and digital platforms\nMeasure and analyze marketing performance on a budget\n\nLive attendees will receive the slide deck and a link to this webinar recording. \nFunded 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. By registering for this event\, you agree to receive email communications from SCORE based on the information collected. Click HERE to view SCORE Terms and Conditions and Privacy Statements.
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/marketing-on-a-budget-boost-your-brand-without-breaking-the-bank
LOCATION:ONLINE
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240821T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240821T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T125955
CREATED:20240807T165630Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240807T165630Z
UID:4311-1724234400-1724239800@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:Microsoft Excel: Data Entry and Formatting
DESCRIPTION:This session introduces beginners to the basics of working with spreadsheets in Microsoft Excel. We’ll cover basic terminology\, strategies for efficient data entry\, and simple spreadsheet formatting for improved use of your data.  The presenter will create a simple worksheet and show some basic formatting options so participants can learn from a live demonstration. \nWe’ll have plenty of time for Q&A with the presenter at the end of the session! \nPresenter: Chris Hennes\, Pioneer Library System \nThis workshop is provided by Pioneer Library System\, Great Plains Technology Center\, Davis Chamber of Commerce\, OSBDC\, Kiamichi Technology Center\, and REI Women’s Business Center. \nFunded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. WBC and 7j programs and services are provided on a nondiscriminatory basis. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities and language assistance services for clients with limited English proficiency will be provided if requested at least two weeks in advance. Contact Lori Smith\, WBC Assistant at 800-658-2823
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/microsoft-excel-data-entry-and-formatting
LOCATION:ONLINE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240821T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240821T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T125955
CREATED:20240807T165750Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240807T165750Z
UID:4313-1724238000-1724241600@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:Unlocking Visibility: Know Your Customer\, Grown Your Brand
DESCRIPTION:This is a collaborated event between OKSBDC and our professional partners at Google. This training focuses on helping businesses differentiate themselves from their competitors by becoming an expert on their customers. By adopting a customer-centric approach\, businesses can gain valuable visibility in their industry and become a trusted authority. The training covers topics such as market research\, customer profiling\, and communication strategies to ensure businesses understand their customers’ needs and effectively communicate their message. In this session\, you’ll learn: * The most effective and accurate ways to compile your target persona * What market research you need to conduct and know the answers to * Effective communication to increase customer loyalty and reviews Attendees will receive a copy of the presentation and have the opportunity to get their questions answered by a Google professional. \nSpeaker(s): Maria Elena Duron Google Expert Trainer \nCo-Sponsor(s): \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/unlocking-visibility-know-your-customer-grown-your-brand
LOCATION:ONLINE
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