Citizen Potawatomi Community Development Corporation

Small Business Accounting with Wave
2023-08-01 13:00 - 15:00 (America/Chicago) | ONLINE
In your business, are you keeping track of where your money goes? Do you have all your records together to make tax time easy? Have you tried Quickbooks but found it’s just too pricey? If any of these things apply to you, come check out our presentation on Wave Accounting, a one-stop money management tool for small business owners that is totally free of charge.
Misty Lambrecht from Reinventing Rural will be taking a deep dive on Wave. We’ll be learning about four of Wave Accounting’s core competencies:

Accounting: Track your income & expenses, painlessly! Monitor your cash flow, stay organized, and stop sweating tax season. Say #sorrynotsorry to your spreadsheets and shoeboxes.
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Invoicing: Stop chasing clients for money! Reduce unpaid invoices, keep tabs on your income, and get paid faster—for the low, low price of FREE.
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Payments: Get paid faster! Convenience is everything. Give your customers the option of paying with one click using a credit card, bank transfer, or Apple Pay.
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Banking: Bye bye bookkeeping! Wave Money automatically syncs your expenses and income with our accounting software.

There are no monthly fees for WaveApps, and it is cloud based, so you need not be stressed about that old computer you plan to back-up someday. Come see if this might be a solution for your small business accounting needs.
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For more information about the IDRS Acorn Project or to get help for your business at no cost, please contact us at:
Our Team Help email: help@idrsinc.org​
Phone: 916-482-5800
Website: www.nativebiz.org​
Facebook: www.facebook.com/idrsacornproject​
Instagram: www.instagram.com/idrs_acorn_project​
About IDRS Acorn Project:
The IDRS Acorn Project is a program of Indian Dispute Resolution Services, Inc. (IDRS, Inc.) a 501(c)(3) Native-governed, non-profit based in California. The IDRS Acorn Project provides free, online and offline small business training to Native entrepreneurs throughout the United States. IDRS also offers free counseling services to Native entrepreneurs to help them start and grow small businesses.
IDRS, Inc. also provides dispute resolution services including mediation and facilitation, dispute resolution training, and tribal election administration to Native American tribes. For more information about IDRS, please visit www.idrsinc.org.

BUSINESS START UP
2023-08-11 10:30 - 12:00 | 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): Oklahoma SBDC Business Advisor
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. 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.

Agriculture and Quickbooks
2023-08-16 09:00 - 15:00 | Eufaula Community Center, 121 High Street, Eufaula, 74432, United States
Muskogee Indian Community Center
Breakfast & Lunch will be provided. This is a two day event.
You must register for this event. Please use the form below. Input your name in the comments section of the registration section.
Register below or call 918-549-2608.
For questions or for more information, email JEBear@Muscogeenation.com or call 918-549-2608.
Event brought to you by: REI Women’s Business Center, Native American Agriculture Fund, Muscogee Nation and Mvskoke Fund

DOING BUSINESS WITH THE STATE OF OKLAHOMA
2023-08-16 11:00 - 12:00 | ONLINE
Topic: Government Contracting

OKSBDC and The State of Oklahoma are partnering together to present “Doing Business with The State of Oklahoma”. If you are interested in learning more about your business opportunities with The State of Oklahoma, please join this information packed event as we explain the following: 1. How to do business with the State of Oklahoma 2. Why register to do business and how to register using correct category codes. 3. Future opportunities for Statewide Contracts. 4. Future opportunities for Open Solicitations. 5. Marketing to State Agencies, Cities and Counties. 6. Thresholds for fair and reasonable opportunities. 7. Mandatory vs non mandatory Contracts. 8. Contractors who want to subcontract. We will allow time for attendees to ask questions and engage with the speakers after the presentation.
Speaker(s): Wendy Clark, Outreach Specialist/CPO Central Purchasing/Office of Management and Enterprise Oklahoma SBDC
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.

BUSINESS SMART
2023-08-17 11:00 - 12:00 | ONLINE
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.”

CYBER 101 FOR SMALL BUSINESS
2023-08-23 11:00 - 12:30 | ONLINE
Topic: Technology

THIS IS A COLLABORATED EVENT BETWEEN PIONEER TECH AND OKSBDC. IT IS AN ON-SITE ONLY EVENT. If you’re like many small business owners, you know that cybersecurity is important but may be unsure where to start. The good news is that you don’t have to be a tech guru to begin improving! In fact, renowned cybersecurity author Roger Grimes says that over 90% of all cyberattacks happen as a result of human error. This means that with some basic cybersecurity knowledge and practice you can drastically improve your business/personal cyber posture. Our practical course will cover social engineering, phishing, passwords, and some basic software/hardware policies you can follow to get started today! Attendees will have a chance to ask questions and will receive a copy of the presentation materials.
Speaker(s): OKSBDC Advisors
Co-Sponsor(s): Pioneer Technology Center
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.”

ONABEN - Bridge To Success
2023-08-24 09:30 - 16:00 | Tulsa Central Library Aaronson Auditorium, 400 Civic Center, Tulsa, 74103
Bridge to Success
August 24, 9:30 AM – 4 PM
Tulsa Central Library
Aaronson Auditorium
400 Civic Center
Tulsa, OK 74103
Bridge to Success Cohort Event Agenda August 24th, 2023

WHAT YOUR LENDERS NEED TO KNOW
2023-08-24 10:00 - 11:30 | ONLINE
Topic: Financing

HOSTED BY: Oklahoma SBDC If you want to learn more about financing your start-up or existing business through standard lending and SBA products, please take time to join OKSBDC as we welcome Whitney Randall, Commercial Lending Officer with Citizens Bank as she walks us through a detailed presentation about the lending process and what your lenders need to know about you as a client. There will be time allowed for a Q&A session after the presentation.
Speaker(s): Whitney Randall – Commercial Lending Officer, Citizens Bank of Edmond Ben Evans – Oklahoma SBDC Business Advisor
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.

Enid Women in Business: Leap Beyond Imposter Syndrome
2023-08-25 08:00 - 17:00 | Autry Technology Center, Oklahoma Room, 1201 W. Willow, Enid, OK, 73703, United States
Autry Technology Center
1201 W. Willow
Oklahoma Room
Enid, OK
73703
Map and Directions
Date/Time:
September 27th, 2023
11:30 am
1:00 pm

From ‘Fraudulent’ to Fabulous: Unmasking the Sneaky World’s Role in Imposter Syndrome and Our Unexpected Superpowers in Innovation!
Feeling like a faux innovator in a world that seems to breed self-doubt? Get ready to laugh, learn, and leap beyond imposter syndrome, unlocking your true innovative potential, all while understanding the peculiar ways our surroundings can be partners in crime!
Presenter: Jennifer McGrail is a powerhouse executive with vast experience in tech-fueled economic progress and ecosystem cultivation. Jennifer, currently at the helm of the Oklahoma Center for the Advancement of Science and Technology (OCAST), knows all too well the vital role innovation plays in society and the subtle ways our environment contributes to imposter syndrome.
Navigating the sometimes-murky waters of fiscal activities, program oversight, and team management, Jennifer guides OCAST to foster and fund Oklahoma’s science, tech, and innovation endeavors for a prosperous future. Be it through supporting start-ups, funding Research & Development, cultivating innovative partnerships, or allocating start-up capital, OCAST is instrumental in diversifying Oklahoma’s economy and working to create new industries and opportunities.
Before her journey at OCAST, Jennifer was the driving force behind AXIS Powered by Francis Tuttle, aiding innovative and disruptive companies to launch and flourish. She guided pre-accelerator and incubator clients to secure over $10 million in funding during her time at AXIS.
An active participant and chair in various industry organizations. Jennifer is also a board member for i2E, the Oklahoma Manufacturing Alliance, and serves on the President’s Advisory Council for the University of Central Oklahoma. Her past roles include being Chair of the Oklahoma Venture Forum, President of the Oklahoma Business Incubator Association and creating the Launch OKC Metro collaboration.
A proud alumnus of The University of Tulsa and Cameron University, Jennifer’s passion for economic development remains as vibrant as ever.
Funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. WBC and 7j programs and services are provided on a nondiscriminatory basis. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities and language assistance services for clients with limited English proficiency will be provided if requested at least two weeks in advance. Contact Lori Smith, WBC Assistant at PO Box 1335, Durant, OK 74702 or call 800-658-2823.

Price: $20.00

REACH CUSTOMERS ONLINE WITH GOOGLE
2023-08-25 08:00 - 17:00
Online
Facilitated by Oklahoma Small Business Development Center

Topic: Marketing and Sales

If you’ve wanted to learn more about Google and how your business can be found online, take time to join us as Maria Elena Duron, Google Trainer/Digital Coach explains how Google Search works and how you can improve your small business website’s visibility with Search Engine Optimization (SEO). This session also introduces products like Google My Business, Google Trends, Search Console, Google Analytics, Google Ads, and more. Attendees will have the chance to ask questions and obtain a copy of the presentation used by this amazing Google Expert.
Speaker(s): Maria Elena Duron Grow with Google Trainer/Digital Coach
Co-Sponsor(s): Oklahoma SBDC
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

Women's Business Summit of Southwest Oklahoma
2023-08-25 08:30 - 15:00 | Cameron University CETES, 2800 W. Gore Blvd, Lawton, OK, 73505, United States
Cameron University
2800 W Gore Blvd.
Lawton, Ok
73505
Map and Directions
Date/Time:
September 14th, 2023
8:30 am
3:00 pm

The Women’s Business Summit of Southwest Oklahoma was developed in partnership with the Great Plains Technology Center Business Development Center, REI Women’s Business Center, the Lawton Fort Sill Chamber of Commerce and a host of local businesses in a collaboration to create a women’s conference for southwest Oklahoma region business professionals. Breakfast items and lunch will be provided, and there will be a variety of women owned business vendors.
Keynote Speaker: Christina Jovanna Olivarez is an award-winning Social Media & Business Coach, Community Builder, Trainer, and TEDx Speaker. With a passion for online marketing, entrepreneurship, and women empowerment, Christina has impacted thousands of minority-owned businesswomen, CEOs, executive directors, corporate & Non-Profit organizations, political candidates, and elected officials over the last ten years.
Christina supports all her clients in becoming more visible online & offline so they can unapologetically show up and stand out and scale their impact and income. Through private 1-1 coaching, group coaching, the Hustle + Socialize conference & community, and speaking, Christina creates a unique experience for her clients to develop an intentional plan of action that will skyrocket them to achieving their goals.
Her results-oriented, step-into-your-power approach opens up new possibilities for her clients. It has them stay consistent with producing extraordinary results, including increased visibility online & offline and revenue dollars. She has been featured in over 50+ Podcast guest spots & TV expert appearances & digital and physical articles, including USA Today, CNN, and the San Antonio Express-News.
Christina is also very passionate about civic engagement and mentoring youth. She regularly works with non-profit organizations to mobilize the Latino vote during various election cycles. Additionally, she impacts the next generation through mentoring programs and speaking engagements with non-profit organizations such as NAWBO’s Entrepreneurial Connections, Girls Inc, The Boardroom Project, Latinitas, New Leaders Council San Antonio, and city Leaders for the City of San Antonio’s Girls Empowerment Summit.
When she’s not behind a laptop, you can find her exploring San Antonio with her husband, Pete! They love to travel, drink coffee at local coffee shops, go wine tasting, and explore what life has to offer!
You will be directed to PayPal to pay for registration. Refunds are not available. If you, or your designee, do not attend, the fee is non-refundable. If the event is cancelled or rescheduled, you will be notified by email.
Breakfast items, lunch & swag bag included in registration fee. If you have any special dietary needs, please contact Marla Herndon at mherndon@reiok.org.
Funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. WBC and 7j programs and services are provided on a nondiscriminatory basis. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities and language assistance services for clients with limited English proficiency will be provided if requested at least two weeks in advance. Contact Lori Smith, WBC Assistant at PO Box 1335, Durant, OK 74702 or call 800-658-2823.

Price: $50.00

E-COMMERCE ESSENTIALS: PART 1 - UNLOCKING REVENUE STREAMS AND REACH
2023-08-29 11:00 - 12:00 | ONLINE
Topic: Marketing and Sales

E-Commerce Essentials: Your Journey to Revenue, Reach, and Marketing Success Three-Part Series PART 1: Join us for an exciting three-part virtual discussion on E-Commerce Essentials. Part one, “Ecommerce Excellence: Unlocking Revenue Streams and Reach” is a training that provides ecommerce businesses with the strategies and tools to increase revenue and expand their reach. Topics covered include website optimization, effective marketing campaigns, social media engagement, customer service and retention, and data analytics. This training is designed to help ecommerce businesses thrive and succeed in a competitive online marketplace. Attendees will receive a copy of the presentation and have the opportunity to have their questions answered by this social media expert.
Speaker(s): Maria Elena Duron Certified Google Trainer and Social Media Expert
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.”

Financial Literacy Workshop: Refocusing Your Finances
2023-08-29 11:00 - 13:00 | ONLINE
Join BBIF’s small business experts in a workshop series where they will share crucial financial literacy tips, from personal to business. This knowledge will allow you to make informed financial decisions, create clear investment plans, & much more!
At the workshop, you’ll learn:

How personal finances can affect business finances
The importance of financial statements
What’s needed for business financing

If you have any questions prior to the event, please contact Karlon Johnson at kjohnson@bbif.com.
The workshop will be held virtually on August 29th from 11:00 AM- 1:00 PM. Once the workshop is complete, the presentation and recording will become available to view.

Agriculture and Social Media Marketing
2023-08-30 09:00 - 15:00 | Sapulpa Indian Community Center, 1020 North Brown Ste A
MBSKOKE Fund Agricultural Business Training Series
Breakfast and Lunch is provided. This is a two day class
Registerhttp://www.mvskokefund.com
For more information, JEBear@Muscogeenation.com or call 918-549-2608.
Event brought to you by: REI Women’s Business Center, Native American Agriculture Fund, Muscogee Nation and Mvskoke Fund.

E-COMMERCE ESSENTIALS PART 2: THRIVING AT REMOTE ECOMMERCE
2023-08-30 11:00 - 12:00 | ONLINE
Topic: Marketing and Sales

E-Commerce Essentials Continued: Part 2 of 3 Continue the virtual series with our social media expert as she offers a discussion on “Thriving at Remote E-commerce: Nailing it Before you Scale It”. This training offers practical tips and strategies to create a successful eCommerce business from home. Our expert trainer will cover effective communication, time management, optimizing your workspace, streamlining operations, reducing costs, and increasing productivity. Attendees will receive a copy of the power point presentation and have the chance to get all their questions answered.
Speaker(s): Maria Elena Duron Certified Google Trainer and Social Media Expert
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.”

E-COMMERCE ESSENTIALS PART 3: METRICS THAT MATTER
2023-08-31 11:00 - 12:00 | ONLINE
Topic: Marketing and Sales

E-Commerce Essentials Wrap Up: Part 3 of 3 Join us for the last of the three-part series as our social media expert presents “If You’re not Measuring, You’re not Marketing: Metrics That Matter”. In this seminar, participants will learn about the key metrics that matter in marketing and how to use them to optimize their campaigns. By measuring the right metrics, businesses can make data-driven decisions to improve their marketing strategies and see better results. This seminar will empower participants to stop wasting time and money on ineffective marketing and start using metrics to drive success. Attendees will receive a copy of presentation and have the opportunity to get all their questions answered.
Speaker(s): Maria Elena Duron Certified Google Trainer and Social Media Expert
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.”

SMALL BUSINESS INSURANCE BASICS
2023-08-31 12:00 - 13:00 | ONLINE
Topic: Managing a Business

We all know there are many important decisions to be made when opening a business. Making sure you select the right type of small business insurance coverage is one of those. Unfortunately, many small business owners find out way too late that they’ve not had the right type of coverage causing unrecoverable losses. Please take time to join OKSBDC and Andy Paden, INSURICA Ins. Group as we discuss small business insurance and try to help you navigate your way through these important decisions. Individuals attending this workshop will walk away with a better understanding of the following: * One Size Doesn’t Fit All – Make the right choice for your business structure. * Do you have the enough coverage? * Understanding Business Insurance Basics. * When is it time revisit my insurance policy and coverage? * How do I know what types of insurance policies I need? * What affects my insurance costs?
Speaker(s): Andy Paden – Insurica Ben Evans – OKSBDC
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.

Agriculture and Social Media Marketing
2023-09-06 09:00 - 15:00 | Checotah Community Center, 611 N. Broadway, Checotah, OK, 74486, United States
Checotah Community Center
611 N. Broadway
Checotah, OK
74426
Map and Directions
Date/Time:
September 6th, 2023
9:00 am
3:00 pm

MBSKOKE Fund Agricultural Business Training Series
Breakfast and Lunch is provided. This is a two day class
Registerhttp://www.mvskokefund.com
For more information, JEBear@Muscogeenation.com or call 918-549-2608.
Event brought to you by: REI Women’s Business Center, Native American Agriculture Fund, Muscogee Nation and Mvskoke Fund.

Better Business Through Better Records
2023-09-06 10:00 - 11:00 | ONLINE
Online
Online Meeting
Map and Directions
Date/Time:
September 6th, 2023
10:00 am
11:00 am

Better business record keeping is an impactful way to build your business.
Good records will help you monitor the progress of your business, prepare your financial statements, identify sources of income, keep track of deductible expenses, keep track of your basis in property, prepare your tax returns and also support items reported on your tax returns. Join us as we learn tips and about available resources with our presenter, Mercean Lam, IRS Senior Stakeholder Liaison.
Register today!

What your organization needs to know about applying for grants
2023-09-06 12:00 - 13:00 | ONLINE
Sandra Lundgren will share the secrets of writing winning grant applications including: Telling Your Organization’s Story, Articulating Your Need, Finding Funders, Preparing the Proposal, and Reporting Requirements.

OKC Women's Business Breakfast
2023-09-07 08:15 - 21:30
REI OKC Conference Center
318 NW 13th
Oklahoma City, OK
73103
Map and Directions
Date/Time:
September 7th, 2023
8:15 am
10:00 am

Doors open for registration at 8:15 AM
Program begins at 8:30 AM
The OKC Women’s Business Breakfast is 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.
The OKC Women’s Business Breakfast meets the first Thursday morning of every month. Breakfast sponsorships are available. Contact Jennifer Edwards at 800-658-2823 or jedwards@reiok.org.
The OKC Women’s Business Breakfast is offered in partnership by the Pioneer Library System and REI Women’s Business Center.
Funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. WBC and 7j programs and services are provided on a nondiscriminatory basis. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities and language assistance services for clients with limited English proficiency will be provided if requested at least two weeks in advance. Contact Lori Smith, WBC Assistant at PO Box 1335, Durant, OK 74702 or call 800-658-2823.

Price: $0.00

BUSINESS START UP
2023-09-08 10:30 - 12:00 | ONLINE
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): Oklahoma SBDC Business Advisor
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. 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

2023 Indianpreneurship: A Guide Toward Business Ownership
2023-09-11 09:00 - 16:00 | River Spirit Casino, 8330 Riverside Pkwy, Tulsa, OK, 74137, United States
A Guide to Business Ownership is a collaborative event with the Mvskoke Loan Fund at the RiverSpirit Casino on September 11-12 from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm. A great line up of professionals will speak on topics such as Human Resources, Business Law, Impacting your Business with Grant Opportunities, Effective Communications and much more. Don’t miss this opportunity by contacting Jessica Bear @ 918.549.2608. Register today at http://www.mvskokefund.com

Indianpreneurship: A Guide to Business Ownership
2023-09-11 09:00 - 2023-09-12 16:00 | River Spirit Casino, 8330 Riverside Pkwy, Tulsa, OK, 74137, United States
EVENT DETAILS

2023 Indianpreneurship: A Guide Toward Business Ownership

River Spirit Casino
8330 Riverside Parkway
Tulsa, OK
74137
Map and Directions
Date/Time:
September 11th, 2023
Start Time: 9:00 am
End Time: 4:00 pm

A Guide to Business Ownership is a collaborative event with the Mvskoke Loan Fund at the RiverSpirit Casino on September 11-12 from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm. A great line up of professionals will speak on topics such as Human Resources, Business Law, Impacting your Business with Grant Opportunities, Effective Communications and much more. Don’t miss this opportunity by contacting Jessica Bear @ 918.549.2608. Register today at http://www.mvskokefund.com.

MARKETING STRATEGIES FOR THE HOLIDAYS
2023-09-13 11:00 - 12:30
Online
Facilitated by Oklahoma Small Business Development Center

Topic: Marketing and Sales

Are you ready to maximize your marketing during the holidays? Are you wondering how your brand will keep up with the new hustle and bustle habits? Make plans to join Oklahoma SBDC Business Advisors as they walk through marketing strategies for this upcoming holiday season. Attendees will walk away with immediate strategies to ensure you maximize success during the holidays, along with a copy of the presentation and valuable handouts.
Speaker(s): Emily Beesley – OKSBDC Business Advisor Nichole Tucker – OKSBDC Business Advisor
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

Fee: No Cost

Procrastination...why you do it and how to avoid it!
2023-09-13 12:00 - 13:00 | ONLINE
Is time slipping away from you with nothing to show for it? Entrepreneurs wear many hats, and in order to reach our goals, we need to be on top of our game…even when the tasks aren’t our favorite. Procrastination doesn’t have to get the best of your intentions or results any more. Join us for this webinar where you’ll learn:
● The 3 reasons why people procrastinate
● How to overcome procrastination
● The secrets to optimizing your workflow

About the presenters

Candice & Lauren Henry

Candice Henry & Lauren Henry are top-rated university professors of leadership and co-founders of Aretios, a company dedicated to helping entrepreneurs and young professionals learn how to lead well and live the life they were designed for. They bring over a decade of study in leadership and personal growth and 13 years of experience as leadership trainers. Through their work as success and influence strategists, Candice & Lauren help people clarify their purpose and develop their influence so that they can live a life full of success, excitement, and meaning.

BUSINESS SMART
2023-09-14 11:00 - 12:00 | ONLINE
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

Virtual- Microsoft Word: How to Create & Simplify Documents
2023-09-19 10:00 - 11:30 | ONLINE
Online
Online Meeting
Map and Directions
Date/Time:
September 19th, 2023
10:00 am
11:30 am

Whether you use Word for work, study or leisure, this workshop will help you transform that blank page into a professional looking document. You’ll learn how to create a consistent and repeatable look in Word using styles, themes, and templates. There will also be plenty of time for Q&A.
Topics to be discussed:

Formatting with styles
Applying a new theme
Creating your own templates

We’ll have plenty of time for Q&A with the presenter at the end of the session!
Presenter: Chris Hennes, Pioneer Library System
This 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.
Funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. WBC and 7j programs and services are provided on a nondiscriminatory basis. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities and language assistance services for clients with limited English proficiency will be provided if requested at least two weeks in advance. Contact Lori Smith, WBC Assistant at PO Box 1335, Durant, OK 74702 or call 800-658-2823.

Price: $0.00

REACH CUSTOMERS ONLINE WITH GOOGLE
2023-09-20 11:00 - 12:00 | ONLINE
If you’ve wanted to learn more about Google and how your business can be found online, take time to join us as Maria Elena Duron, Google Trainer/Digital Coach explains how Google Search works and how you can improve your small business website’s visibility with Search Engine Optimization (SEO). This session also introduces products like Google My Business, Google Trends, Search Console, Google Analytics, Google Ads, and more. Attendees will have the chance to ask questions and obtain a copy of the presentation used by this amazing Google Expert.
Speaker(s): Maria Elena Duron Grow with Google Trainer/Digital Coach
Co-Sponsor(s): Oklahoma SBDC
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.
