BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Citizen Potawatomi Community Development Corporation - ECPv6.14.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://cpcdc.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Citizen Potawatomi Community Development Corporation REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20200101T000000 END:DAYLIGHT END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200609T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200609T130000 DTSTAMP:20260404T012336 CREATED:20200511T185603Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200605T222037Z UID:1387-1591704000-1591707600@cpcdc.org SUMMARY:Simple Ways to Boost Your Productivity While Working Remotely - DESCRIPTION:Working from home is not easy\, especially if you’re new to the game. \nJoin us in this webinar\, as award-winning CEO Bryan Caplan shares tips\, tricks\, and best practices to get yourself in the “work zone” and stay productive throughout your day. \nBy the end of this webinar\, you’ll learn: \n\n\n\nThe importance of a morning ritual\n\n\nTips to keep you focused on your tasks at hand\n\n\nSeveral tools that can help you communicate and collaborate with your teams\n\n\nPresented by Bryan Caplan \n \n\nBryan Caplan helps entrepreneurs build bigger\, better businesses. A national speaker for Grow with Google\, award-winning CEO of Bryan Caplan Marketing and host of the Bigger Better Biz channel on YouTube\, Bryan travels the country\, presenting a wide range of digital marketing topics to help small businesses grow and succeed. \nBryan has coached thousands of marketers since 2010 and is a guest lecturer at several colleges and universities throughout the country. He is also a contributing columnist to publications including GoDaddy\, WorldPay\, BlueHost\, Constant Contact\, Classy.org\, and the Boston Business Journal. URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/simple-ways-to-boost-your-productivity-while-working-remotely LOCATION:ONLINE CATEGORIES:Online,SCORE,Shawnee Business ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://cpcdc.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/coffee-2608864_1920.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200609T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200609T140000 DTSTAMP:20260404T012336 CREATED:20200604T211410Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200604T211410Z UID:1427-1591707600-1591711200@cpcdc.org SUMMARY:Virtual Training: QuickBooks Desktop Q&A Ask The Expert DESCRIPTION:Online ZOOM Meeting \nJune 9th\, 2020 @ 1:00 pm \nDon’t have time for an all day workshop? Need help with something specific? Participants in this Q&A virtual workshop will have the opportunity to Ask The Expert how to do certain QuickBooks functions like examine accounts\, enter and pay vendors\, record deposits\, reconcile bank statement\, customized reports and other business accounting functions. Quickbooks Desktop is used for the training.  Space is limited.  Register early. \n\n Please submit two specific topics you want addressed to mherndon@reiok.org after you register. Thank you! \nPresenter: Savanna Dixon\, Vann Dixon CPA \nPartners:  Savanna Dixon 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. \nReasonable 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. URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/virtual-training-quickbooks-desktop-qa-ask-the-expert LOCATION:ONLINE CATEGORIES:Free,Online,Quickbooks,Shawnee Business ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://cpcdc.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/32-328641_the-best-etsy-experience-for-quickbooks-online-intuit.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200611T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200611T140000 DTSTAMP:20260404T012336 CREATED:20200604T214853Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200604T214853Z UID:1429-1591880400-1591884000@cpcdc.org SUMMARY:Virtual Training: QuickBooks Online Q&A Ask The Expert DESCRIPTION:Online ZOOM Meeting \nDate/Time: \nJune 11th\, 2020 @ 1:00 pm \nDon’t have time for an all day workshop? Need help with something specific? Participants in this Q&A virtual workshop will have the opportunity to Ask The Expert how to do certain QuickBooks functions like examine accounts\, enter and pay vendors\, record deposits\, reconcile bank statement\, customized reports and other business accounting functions. Quickbooks Online is used for the training. Space is limited.  Register online. \n\n Please submit two specific topics you want addressed to mherndon@reiok.org after you register. Thank you! \nPresenter: Savanna Dixon\, Van Dixon CPA \nPartners:  Van Dixon CPA and REI Women’s Business Center\, funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U. S. Small Business Administration. \nReasonable 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 Assista URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/virtual-training-quickbooks-online-qa-ask-the-expert LOCATION:ONLINE CATEGORIES:Free,Online,Quickbooks,REI WBC,Shawnee Business ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://cpcdc.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/32-328641_the-best-etsy-experience-for-quickbooks-online-intuit.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200612T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200612T120000 DTSTAMP:20260404T012336 CREATED:20200604T215702Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200604T215702Z UID:1431-1591957800-1591963200@cpcdc.org SUMMARY:Virtual Training: How To Write A Business Plan DESCRIPTION:Online ZOOM Meeting \nJune 12th\, 2020 @ 10:30 am \nThis workshop will take you through the step-by-step process of developing a business plan. While each business needs a unique plan\, the basic elements are the same. You will receive a template to work from\, and REI WBC representatives will be available to review your plan and make suggestions during the ongoing process. \n\nPresenters: REI Women’s Business Center \nThis workshop will be conducted online using ZOOM Meeting. Prior to the start of the workshop\, you will be emailed instructions for logging into the meeting. If you opt to call in to the number provided\, you will be unable to “see” all the features\, but will be able to hear the webinar. If possible\, we encourage you to take full advantage of the interactive training by using the link provided in the registration confirmation email you will receive prior to the training to join us “in person” using your phone or computer’s camera. \nYou will be redirected to PayPal to pay for registration. Fee is non-refundable. If you cannot attend\, your registration may be able to be transferred to another workshop. \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 PO Box 1335\, Durant\, OK 74702 or call 800-658-2823. URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/virtual-training-how-to-write-a-business-plan LOCATION:ONLINE CATEGORIES:Free,Online,REI WBC,Shawnee Business ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://cpcdc.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/woman-2773007_1920.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200612T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200612T150000 DTSTAMP:20260404T012336 CREATED:20191211T154005Z LAST-MODIFIED:20191211T154005Z UID:831-1591966800-1591974000@cpcdc.org SUMMARY:Lead The Way - Financial Health\, Investing in You DESCRIPTION:Join Robbie Gilbert for her program about money\, motivation\, fun and finance!\n \nPresenter: Robbie Gilbert \nPartners: Great Plains Technology Center\, Great Plains Economic Development Center\, Lawton-Fort Sill Chamber of Commerce\, OKSBDC\, Cameron University\, and REI Women’s Business Center. \nYou will be redirected to PayPal to pay for registration. Fee is non-refundable. If you cannot attend\, your registration may be able to be transferred to another workshop. \nFunded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. WBC and PRIME 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. \n\n\n\nPrice: $20.00 URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/lead-the-way-financial-health-investing-in-you LOCATION:Great Plains Business Development Center\, 1601 SW Park Ridge Blvd\, McMahon Lecture\, Lawton\, OK\, 73505\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200615T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200615T140000 DTSTAMP:20260404T012336 CREATED:20200605T220035Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200605T220035Z UID:1434-1592226000-1592229600@cpcdc.org SUMMARY:First Peoples Fund Resilience Webinar Series "Artist Negotiations" with Kaloku Holt (Native Hawaiian) DESCRIPTION:June 1st: “The Value of Values for First Peoples’ Artists” with Ben Sherman (Oglala Lakota)\nSummary:\nYour career as an artist is a crucial life endeavor. Success in your artistry will depend on how well you prepare yourself for your career. That preparation involves the development of artistic skills\, business skills\, personal disciplines and relationships. Furthermore\, our belief is that any worthwhile endeavor in life must possess a vision\, supported by a firm foundation of core values. Core values serve as guideposts to shape the character and content of your life’s vision. Adopting core values such as generosity\, respect\, humility and integrity can boost your image\, identity and relationships in ways that are beneficial to your art career. This webinar will discuss ways of discovering and adopting values from your own observations and experiences with role models. Positive values can be found all around you — among your relatives\, friends\, teachers and community leaders. \nJune 15th: “Artist Negotiations” with Kaloku Holt (Native Hawaiian) \nJune 29th: “Protecting Your Online Images” with Robert Martinez (Northern Arapaho Tribe of the Wind River Nation) \n**Webinar topics and trainers will be added as they are confirmed** \nThe newly created FPF Resilience Series has been developed to continue our work to enhance the business and entrepreneurial skills of Native artists and culture bearers\, as well as expand our virtual community during these rapidly changing times. Every week\, First Peoples Fund and our nationally recognized Native Artist Professional Development (NAPD) trainers will deliver values-based\, topic-focused webinar (Mondays)\, followed by technical assistance office hours (Wednesdays) to follow-up on and answer any questions regarding the Monday webinar. URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/first-peoples-fund-resilience-webinar-series-artist-negotiations-with-kaloku-holt-native-hawaiian LOCATION:ONLINE CATEGORIES:Online,Shawnee Business ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://cpcdc.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/fpf.png ORGANIZER;CN="First Peoples Fund":MAILTO:tosa@firstpeoplesfund.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200616T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200616T110000 DTSTAMP:20260404T012336 CREATED:20200613T033354Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200613T033354Z UID:1471-1592301600-1592305200@cpcdc.org SUMMARY:Virtual Training: Introduction to Google Ads DESCRIPTION:Join us for an introduction to Google Ads.  In this free\, virtual session you’ll learn how Google Ads can be designed to grow your business.  We’ll cover:\nWhat they are and how they work\nHow to create\, maintain\, and manage them\nTips and strategies for getting great results \nWe’ll have plenty of time for Q&A with the instructor at the end of the session\, so come ready with your questions! \nPresenter: Stephen Koranda\, CDME\, CTA\, is a 20-plus year marketing professional.  Koranda is Principal and Sr. Consultant for Back To You Marketing\, a marketing agency and tourism consultancy firm based in Norman\, Oklahoma\, that counsels small businesses on their marketing initiatives to grow their business. Koranda speaks regularly on marketing\, sales\, social media\, email marketing\, and customer service. Koranda is the Authorized Local Expert for Constant Contact\, the email service provider and marketing toolkit. \nPartners: Back to You Marketing and REI’s 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 PO Box 1335\, Durant\, OK 74702 or call 800-658-2823. URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/virtual-training-introduction-to-google-ads LOCATION:ONLINE CATEGORIES:Free,Online,REI WBC ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://cpcdc.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/google-ads.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200617T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200617T110000 DTSTAMP:20260404T012336 CREATED:20200613T043325Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200613T043325Z UID:1494-1592384400-1592391600@cpcdc.org SUMMARY:BUSINESS SMART WORKSHOP DESCRIPTION:Topic: Business Basics\nBusiness Smart workshop will focus on successful ways for starting and operating a business. Topics to be covered include business planning\, marketing\, budgeting and financing options.\nAfter the seminar attendees will continue to receive counseling on an individual basis to address specific needs. \nSpeaker(s): OKSBDC \nCo-Sponsor(s): OKSBDC \nFor questions or inquiries\, contact James Arati – Tel: 405 321 4774 URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/business-smart-workshop-2 LOCATION:ONLINE CATEGORIES:Free,Oklahoma Small Business Development Centers,Online,Shawnee Business ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://cpcdc.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/oksbdc-logo-e1600458555489.png ORGANIZER;CN="OKSBDC":MAILTO:cindy.ruminer@oksbdc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200617T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200617T150000 DTSTAMP:20260404T012336 CREATED:20200605T220457Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200605T221734Z UID:1439-1592402400-1592406000@cpcdc.org SUMMARY:First Peoples Fund Resilience Webinar Series: Virtual Office Hour DESCRIPTION:June 17th: “Artist Negotiations” with Kaloku Holt (Native Hawaiian) \n– July 1st: “Protecting Your Online Images” with Robert Martinez (Northern Arapaho Tribe of the Wind River Nation) \nThe newly created FPF Resilience Webinar Series has been developed to continue our work to enhance the business and entrepreneurial skills of Native artists and culture bearers\, as well as expand our virtual community during these rapidly changing times. \nEvery week\, First Peoples Fund and our nationally recognized Native Artist Professional Development (NAPD) trainers will deliver values-based\, topic-focused webinar (Mondays)\, followed by technical assistance (TA) office hours (Wednesdays) to follow-up on and answer any questions regarding the Monday webinar. URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/first-peoples-fund-resilience-webinar-series-virtual-office-hour LOCATION:ONLINE CATEGORIES:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://cpcdc.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/fpf.png ORGANIZER;CN="First Peoples Fund":MAILTO:tosa@firstpeoplesfund.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200617T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200617T160000 DTSTAMP:20260404T012336 CREATED:20200613T043522Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200613T043522Z UID:1498-1592406000-1592409600@cpcdc.org SUMMARY:MARKETING RESILIENCY - TIPS TO STAYING ACTIVE DURING AN ECONOMIC DOWNTURN DESCRIPTION:Topic: Marketing and Sales\nOnline Zoom Training: Join us as we share small business marketing tips to help your business stay alive during an economic downturn. \nSpeaker(s): Bobbi Holliday – OKSBDC/High Plains Technology Center \nReasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Language assistance services are available for limited English proficient individuals with appropriate advance notice. Please contact OKSBDC Training Manager Cindy Ruminer by email at cindy.ruminer@oksbdc.org or call 580-745-2877.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/marketing-resiliency-tips-to-staying-active-during-an-economic-downturn LOCATION:ONLINE CATEGORIES:Free,Oklahoma Small Business Development Centers,Online,Shawnee Business ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://cpcdc.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/oksbdc-logo-e1600458555489.png ORGANIZER;CN="OKSBDC":MAILTO:cindy.ruminer@oksbdc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200618T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200618T113000 DTSTAMP:20260404T012336 CREATED:20200613T035944Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200613T035944Z UID:1475-1592474400-1592479800@cpcdc.org SUMMARY:Online Listings & Reviews DESCRIPTION:It’s not enough to just set up a few listing and review sites. It’s important to know how to use these sites in a way that’s going to generate business and make potential buyers want to learn more. You’ll learn: \nWhere to be and how to optimize your profiles\nHow to encourage people to leave reviews\nHow to maintain your listing and review pages over time. \nStephen Koranda with Back to You Marketing will be the training expert for this online event. \nThank you for registering for a WBC workshop. We look forward to connecting with you! \nIf you have not done so already\, please take a few minutes to fill out our Business Assessment Form here https://reiwbc.org/business-assessment-form/\, and you will then receive the Zoom training link. This is *extra* important during this time because it helps us justify our federal funding. We appreciate you taking a minute to complete it! \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 PO Box 1335\, Durant\, OK 74702 or call 800-658-2823. URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/online-listings-reviews LOCATION:ONLINE CATEGORIES:Free,Online,REI WBC,Shawnee Business ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://cpcdc.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/online-listings-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200618T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200618T130000 DTSTAMP:20260404T012336 CREATED:20200613T042112Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200613T042112Z UID:1486-1592481600-1592485200@cpcdc.org SUMMARY:Protecting Your Business From Fraud DESCRIPTION:Are you familiar with the basic principles of assessing fraud risks for your small business? \nThis webinar\, presented by Deluxe Chief Brand Officer Amanda Brinkman and U.S. Bank Financial Services Veteran Morris Jackson II\, will cover smart tips for auditing your business finances as well as ways to monitor for potential risks to keep your business safe from fraud. \nYou’ll learn:\nHow to recognize the vulnerabilities of your business\nHow to audit your business for potential risk\nTips to limit your internal fraud risk\nBest practices to limit external fraud \nPresented by Amanda Brinkman \nAmanda Brinkman is the Chief Brand Officer at Deluxe and creator\, producer and host of the hit series Small Business Revolution. Alongside celebrity entrepreneur Robert Herjavec and renovation icon Ty Pennington\, Brinkman showcases her love for small towns by spearheading efforts to revitalize entire communities and providing makeovers to small businesses across America. \nAmanda is a nationally renowned brand expert\, public speaker\, and Forbes contributor. Her acclaimed career spans groundbreaking campaigns for brands like BMW\, Reebok and Sony\, in addition to her role as an inspiring female executive at Fortune 500 and Fortune 1000 companies. \nPresented by Morris Jackson II \nA 24-year veteran of the financial services and banking industry\, Morris Jackson II leads the Las Vegas market for U.S. Bank’s Consumer and Business Banking division. He oversees a team of more than 500 retail and business bankers with 64 retail branches\, focused on deepening relationships with existing customers and acquiring new ones. URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/protecting-your-business-from-fraud LOCATION:ONLINE CATEGORIES:Free,Online,SCORE,Shawnee Business ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://cpcdc.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/score-logo-1200x628-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200618T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200618T210000 DTSTAMP:20260404T012336 CREATED:20200204T153340Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200204T153340Z UID:1061-1592503200-1592514000@cpcdc.org SUMMARY:Business Basics - Starting and Running Your Own Business DESCRIPTION:To start your own business you need to know the questions to ask\, location and structure types\, how to register in Oklahoma\, preparation of the business plan\, understanding business financials\, and the steps to getting financed.  Federal\, state\, and local resources will also be discussed in this session.  This seminar is a broad overview of the different areas to consider when starting a new business.  There will be plenty of time allotted to ask questions of the instructors and business experts. \nSpeakers from Francis Tuttle\, Moore Norman Tech\, MidDel Tech\, SCORE\, OKSBDC\, and REI Women’s Business Center. \nPartners: Francis Tuttle Launch Pad\, Moore Norman Tech\, MidDel Tech\, SCORE\, OKSBDC\, and REI Women’s Business Center. \nYou will be redirected to PayPal to pay for registration. Fee is non-refundable. If you cannot attend\, your registration may be able to be transferred to another workshop. \nFunded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. WBC and PRIME 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. URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/business-basics-starting-and-running-your-own-business-4 LOCATION:Moore Norman Technology Center\, S. Penn Campus\, 13301 South Penn\, Oklahoma City\, OK\, 73170\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://cpcdc.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/woman-2773007_1920.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200622T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200622T170000 DTSTAMP:20260404T012336 CREATED:20200622T185703Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200622T190029Z UID:1541-1592812800-1592845200@cpcdc.org SUMMARY:Cleveland Breakfast Club DESCRIPTION:Discover the power of networking at the Cleveland Breakfast Club hosted by the Central Technology Center\, Drumright and REI Women’s Business Center. This event will enable you to connect with countless potential customers\, build your business contacts and have a great sense of community throughout the area. Bring your business cards! \nBreakfast sponsorships are available. Contact Leslie Browand at 800.658.2823 for more information. \nPartners: Central Technology Center – Drumright\, City of Cleveland\, and REI Women’s Business Center. \nFunded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. WBC and PRIME 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. URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/cleveland-breakfast-club LOCATION:Cleveland Chamber of Commerce\, 217 South Broadway\, Cleveland\, OK\, 74020\, United States CATEGORIES:Free,Networking,REI WBC ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://cpcdc.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/breakfast-meeting.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200623T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200623T170000 DTSTAMP:20260404T012336 CREATED:20200623T212727Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200623T212727Z UID:1600-1592899200-1592931600@cpcdc.org SUMMARY:Cleveland Coffee Club DESCRIPTION:Discover the power of networking at the Cleveland Coffee Club hosted by the Central Technology Center\, Drumright and REI Women’s Business Center. This event will enable you to connect with countless potential customers\, build your business contacts and have a great sense of community throughout the area. Bring your business cards! \nBreakfast sponsorships are available. Contact Leslie Browand at 800.658.2823 for more information. \nPartners: Central Technology Center – Drumright\, City of Cleveland\, and REI Women’s Business Center. \nFunded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. WBC and PRIME 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. URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/cleveland-coffee-club-10 LOCATION:JC Byers Memorial Library\, 111 West Delaware Street\, Cleveland\, OK\, 74020\, United States CATEGORIES:Free,Networking,REI WBC ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://cpcdc.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/coffee-2458311_1920.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200623T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200623T113000 DTSTAMP:20260404T012336 CREATED:20200613T040256Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200613T040256Z UID:1478-1592906400-1592911800@cpcdc.org SUMMARY:Virtual Training: Developing Partnerships & Collaborations DESCRIPTION:As a small business we can never offer 100% of what our clients need\, nor can we have a staff large enough to effectively complete all needed work. Rather than wearing 15 hats\, over extending yourself\, your staff and your business learn how to create partnerships and collaborations designed to better serve your clients and allow you to efficiently run your business. Imagine being able to offer better\, stronger services while reducing your overhead. Imagine being able to meet every customer need without straying from your mission. Gain the tools you need to take your business to the next level. \nPresenter: Sara Orellana-Paape\, 3Raptor Consulting \nThis workshop will be conducted online using ZOOM Meeting. Prior to the start of the workshop\, you will be emailed instructions for logging into the meeting. If you opt to call in to the number provided\, you will be unable to “see” all the features\, but will be able to hear the webinar. If possible\, we encourage you to take full advantage of the interactive training by using the link provided in the registration confirmation email you will receive prior to the training to join us “in person” using your phone or computer’s camera. \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 PO Box 1335\, Durant\, OK 74702 or call 800-658-2823. URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/virtual-training-developing-partnerships-collaborations LOCATION:ONLINE CATEGORIES:Free,Online,REI WBC,Shawnee Business ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://cpcdc.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/partnerships.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200624T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200624T093000 DTSTAMP:20260404T012336 CREATED:20200204T163932Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200204T180642Z UID:1063-1592985600-1592991000@cpcdc.org SUMMARY:Cleveland Coffee Club DESCRIPTION:Discover the power of networking at the Cleveland Coffee Club hosted by the Central Technology Center\, Drumright and REI Women’s Business Center.  This event will enable you to connect with countless potential customers\, build your business contacts and have a great sense of community throughout the area.  Bring your business cards! \nBreakfast sponsorships are available.  Contact Leslie Browand at 800.658.2823 for more information. \nPartners: Central Technology Center – Drumright\, City of Cleveland\, and REI Women’s Business Center. \nFunded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. WBC and PRIME 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. URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/cleveland-coffee-club-5 LOCATION:JC Byers Memorial Library\, 111 West Delaware Street\, Cleveland\, OK\, 74020\, United States CATEGORIES:Free,Networking,REI WBC ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://cpcdc.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/coffee-4388065_1920.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200624T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200624T130000 DTSTAMP:20260404T012336 CREATED:20200613T042321Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200613T042321Z UID:1490-1593000000-1593003600@cpcdc.org SUMMARY:A Simple Recipe for Social Media Success DESCRIPTION:Social media can be overwhelming and often feels like you’re just spinning your wheels. In a time of such uncertainty it’s important to know where to be\, how to be engaging\, and how to get results – all with a limited amount of time and resources. \nIn this webinar\, Digital Marketing Expert Jenna Shaffer will provide a recipe for social media that saves time and gets results to grow your business. \nYou’ll learn:\nWhich platforms are best for your business to be communicating through\, right now\nThe 15-minute social media plan to strategically execute your strategy\nGetting started in the pay-to-play world of social media\nPresented by Jenna Shaffer \nDigital marketing expert\, Jenna Shaffer\, brings her vast knowledge to thousands of small businesses and nonprofits helping them maximize their marketing success. With over a decade of experience at Constant Contact\, Jenna has taken on various roles but has most recently enjoyed her most current role as a Programs Marketing Manager and public speaker. \nBorn and raised in a family of small business owners\, she is passionate and inspired by small business owners and is highly driven to help them succeed. \nSponsored by Constant Contact \nAccess additional resources from Constant Contact and take advantage of Real-Time Mentoring from SCORE Certified Mentors: https://www.score.org/real-time-mentoring URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/a-simple-recipe-for-social-media-success LOCATION:ONLINE CATEGORIES:Free,Online,SCORE,Shawnee Business ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://cpcdc.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/score-logo-1200x628-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200624T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200624T130000 DTSTAMP:20260404T012336 CREATED:20200622T193859Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200622T193859Z UID:1543-1593000000-1593003600@cpcdc.org SUMMARY:A Simple Recipe for Social Media Success DESCRIPTION:Social media can be overwhelming and often feels like you’re just spinning your wheels. In a time of such uncertainty it’s important to know where to be\, how to be engaging\, and how to get results – all with a limited amount of time and resources. \nIn this webinar\, Digital Marketing Expert Jenna Shaffer will provide a recipe for social media that saves time and gets results to grow your business. \nYou’ll learn:\nWhich platforms are best for your business to be communicating through\, right now\nThe 15-minute social media plan to strategically execute your strategy\nGetting started in the pay-to-play world of social media\nPresented by Jenna Shaffer \nDigital marketing expert\, Jenna Shaffer\, brings her vast knowledge to thousands of small businesses and nonprofits helping them maximize their marketing success. With over a decade of experience at Constant Contact\, Jenna has taken on various roles but has most recently enjoyed her most current role as a Programs Marketing Manager and public speaker. \nBorn and raised in a family of small business owners\, she is passionate and inspired by small business owners and is highly driven to help them succeed. \nSponsored by Constant Contact \nAccess additional resources from Constant Contact and take advantage of Real-Time Mentoring from SCORE Certified Mentors: https://www.score.org/real-time-mentoring URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/a-simple-recipe-for-social-media-success-2 LOCATION:ONLINE CATEGORIES:Online,SCORE ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://cpcdc.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/hands-1167618_1920.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200624T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200624T160000 DTSTAMP:20260404T012336 CREATED:20200613T043729Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200613T043729Z UID:1500-1593010800-1593014400@cpcdc.org SUMMARY:SBA DISASTER LOAN TRAINING DESCRIPTION:Topic: Financing\nZoom Training: Oklahoma SBDC advisors to assist business owners with completing their EIDL (Emergency Injury Disaster Loan) & PPP (Paycheck Protection Program) applications\, as well as the paperwork after disbursement. THIS IS AN ONLINE TRAINING ONLY. NOTE: After registering for this workshop – on the day of the training – we will email you the ZOOM information you will need in order to join the training call. \nSpeaker(s): Dr. Samantha Lankford – Advisor OKSBDC/Cameron University (slankford@cameron.edu) \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/sba-disaster-loan-training LOCATION:ONLINE CATEGORIES:Free,Oklahoma Small Business Development Centers,Online,Shawnee Business ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://cpcdc.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/oksbdc-logo-e1600458555489.png ORGANIZER;CN="OKSBDC":MAILTO:cindy.ruminer@oksbdc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200625T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200625T120000 DTSTAMP:20260404T012336 CREATED:20200204T181933Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200204T181933Z UID:1065-1593075600-1593086400@cpcdc.org SUMMARY:First Steps to Startup Success DESCRIPTION:If you are planning to start a business\, please join us at a First Steps to Startup Success workshop. Please come prepared for great Q&A. The session provides overviews of: \nCommon startup questions\nOklahoma Taxes\nBusiness Structures\, Licenses & Permits\nHow to register a business in Oklahoma\nFinancing a business\nPreparing a business plan\nMarket Research\nBasics of marketing and easy ways to market a business \nUpon completing the class you will have the opportunity to schedule a one-on-one appointment with a business counselor in our office. We do not charge anything for our one-on-one sessions\, the class is $20. \nPresenters: Dewey Brandon\, OK Tax Commission; OKSBDC\, Choctaw Nation\, & REI Oklahoma representatives. \nDurant Area Chamber of Commerce\, OKSBDC\, Durant Main Street\, OSU Extension\, Choctaw Nation\, Imagine Durant and REI Women’s Business Center \nYou will be redirected to PayPal to pay for registration. Fee is non-refundable. If you cannot attend\, your registration may be able to be transferred to another workshop. \nFunded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. WBC and PRIME 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. URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/first-steps-to-startup-success-16 LOCATION:REI Oklahoma Conference Center\, 2912 Enterprise Blvd\, Durant\, OK\, 74701\, United States CATEGORIES:REI WBC ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://cpcdc.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/board-3695073_1920.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200625T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200625T113000 DTSTAMP:20260404T012336 CREATED:20200613T040521Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200613T040521Z UID:1481-1593079200-1593084600@cpcdc.org SUMMARY:Virtual Training: Business Tax Basics & Ask the Expert DESCRIPTION:Join us as we watch the Oklahoma Tax Commission video webinar which offers information on business formation\, business structures\, sales tax exemption\, new business registration in Oklahoma and explanation of the primary business tax forms. As an added bonus\, Savannah Dixon of Vann Dixon\, CPA will be on hand for a Q&A after the video is presented to answer any specific questions. \nProvided by 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 PO Box 1335\, Durant\, OK 74702 or call 800-658-2823. URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/virtual-training-business-tax-basics-ask-the-expert LOCATION:ONLINE CATEGORIES:Free,Oklahoma Tax Commission,Online,REI WBC,Shawnee Business ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://cpcdc.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/OK-Tax-Commission.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200629T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200629T140000 DTSTAMP:20260404T012336 CREATED:20200605T220308Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200605T220308Z UID:1437-1593435600-1593439200@cpcdc.org SUMMARY:First Peoples Fund Resilience Webinar Series "Protecting Your Online Images" with Robert Martinez (Northern Arapaho Tribe of the Wind River Nation) DESCRIPTION:June 1st: “The Value of Values for First Peoples’ Artists” with Ben Sherman (Oglala Lakota)\nSummary:\nYour career as an artist is a crucial life endeavor. Success in your artistry will depend on how well you prepare yourself for your career. That preparation involves the development of artistic skills\, business skills\, personal disciplines and relationships. Furthermore\, our belief is that any worthwhile endeavor in life must possess a vision\, supported by a firm foundation of core values. Core values serve as guideposts to shape the character and content of your life’s vision. Adopting core values such as generosity\, respect\, humility and integrity can boost your image\, identity and relationships in ways that are beneficial to your art career. This webinar will discuss ways of discovering and adopting values from your own observations and experiences with role models. Positive values can be found all around you — among your relatives\, friends\, teachers and community leaders. \nJune 15th: “Artist Negotiations” with Kaloku Holt (Native Hawaiian) \nJune 29th: “Protecting Your Online Images” with Robert Martinez (Northern Arapaho Tribe of the Wind River Nation) \n**Webinar topics and trainers will be added as they are confirmed** \nThe newly created FPF Resilience Series has been developed to continue our work to enhance the business and entrepreneurial skills of Native artists and culture bearers\, as well as expand our virtual community during these rapidly changing times. Every week\, First Peoples Fund and our nationally recognized Native Artist Professional Development (NAPD) trainers will deliver values-based\, topic-focused webinar (Mondays)\, followed by technical assistance office hours (Wednesdays) to follow-up on and answer any questions regarding the Monday webinar. URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/first-peoples-fund-resilience-webinar-series-protecting-your-online-images-with-robert-martinez-northern-arapaho-tribe-of-the-wind-river-nation LOCATION:ONLINE CATEGORIES:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://cpcdc.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/fpf.png ORGANIZER;CN="First Peoples Fund":MAILTO:tosa@firstpeoplesfund.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200630T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200630T093000 DTSTAMP:20260404T012336 CREATED:20200218T185958Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200218T185958Z UID:1189-1593504000-1593509400@cpcdc.org SUMMARY:WAGONER WOMEN IN BUSINESS BREAKFAST DESCRIPTION:Discover the power of networking at the Wagoner Women’s Business Breakfast hosted by the Wagoner Chamber of Commerce\, Indian Capital Technology Center and REI Women’s Business Center. This event will enable you to connect with countless potential customers\, build your business contacts and have a great sense of community throughout the area. \nBring your business cards!  Register online. \nPartners: Wagoner Chamber of Commerce\, Indian Capital Technology Center\, and REI Women’s Business Center. \nBreakfast sponsorships are available.  Contact Leslie Browand\, 800.658.2823 for more information. \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 PO Box 1335\, Durant\, OK 74702 or call 800-658-2823. \n\n\n\nPrice: $0.00 URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/wagoner-women-in-business-breakfast-2 LOCATION:Wagoner Chamber of Commerce\, 301 S. Grant\, Wagoner\, OK\, 74467\, United States CATEGORIES:Quickbooks,Quickbooks,REI WBC ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://cpcdc.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/32-328641_the-best-etsy-experience-for-quickbooks-online-intuit.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200630T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200630T140000 DTSTAMP:20260404T012336 CREATED:20200622T205100Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200622T205100Z UID:1560-1593522000-1593525600@cpcdc.org SUMMARY:How to Create a Social Media strategy to Relaunch Your Business DESCRIPTION:Social media can be one of your most effective and affordable marketing tools if used properly. To ensure you get the best results you need to develop social media strategy to relaunch your business.\nAt this webinar you’ll learn:\n· Which social media tools are ideal for your business.\n· How to develop your own social media strategy.\n· How to produce content your audience wants to read or watch.\n· Where to find content to share with your community\n· How to track results.\n· Small business case studies you can learn from. URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/how-to-create-a-social-media-strategy-to-relaunch-your-business LOCATION:ONLINE CATEGORIES:BizLaunch,Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://cpcdc.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/social-3064515_1920.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200701T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200701T150000 DTSTAMP:20260404T012336 CREATED:20200605T220634Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200605T220634Z UID:1441-1593612000-1593615600@cpcdc.org SUMMARY:First Peoples Fund Resilience Webinar Series: Virtual Office Hour July 1st: "Protecting Your Online Images" with Robert Martinez (Northern Arapaho Tribe of the Wind River Nation) DESCRIPTION:– June 17th: “Artist Negotiations” with Kaloku Holt (Native Hawaiian) \n– July 1st: “Protecting Your Online Images” with Robert Martinez (Northern Arapaho Tribe of the Wind River Nation) \nThe newly created FPF Resilience Webinar Series has been developed to continue our work to enhance the business and entrepreneurial skills of Native artists and culture bearers\, as well as expand our virtual community during these rapidly changing times. \nEvery week\, First Peoples Fund and our nationally recognized Native Artist Professional Development (NAPD) trainers will deliver values-based\, topic-focused webinar (Mondays)\, followed by technical assistance (TA) office hours (Wednesdays) to follow-up on and answer any questions regarding the Monday webinar. URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/first-peoples-fund-resilience-webinar-series-virtual-office-hour-july-1st-protecting-your-online-images-with-robert-martinez-northern-arapaho-tribe-of-the-wind-river-nation LOCATION:ONLINE CATEGORIES:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://cpcdc.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/fpf.png ORGANIZER;CN="First Peoples Fund":MAILTO:tosa@firstpeoplesfund.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200702T081500 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200702T100000 DTSTAMP:20260404T012336 CREATED:20200218T190210Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200218T190210Z UID:1191-1593677700-1593684000@cpcdc.org SUMMARY:OKC Women's Business Breakfast 2020 DESCRIPTION: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!  Bring your business cards and join us for this exclusive networking meeting for women business owners\, professionals and small business resource partners. \nAt this event you can expect to: \n\nConnect through interactive discussions and activities.\nLearn from other women entrepreneurs and professionals in the area.\nHear the latest in resource services for women entrepreneurs.\n\nFree to attend.  Breakfast sponsorships available. \nThe 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. \nPartners: Pioneer Library System\, State Chamber of Oklahoma\, and REI Women’s Business Center. \nFunded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. WBC and PRIME 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. \nPrice: $0.00 URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/okc-womens-business-breakfast-2020-6 LOCATION:The Walker Building\, 1300 N. Walker Avenue\, Oklahoma City\, OK\, 73103\, United States CATEGORIES:REI WBC ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://cpcdc.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/breakfast-meeting.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200702T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200702T110000 DTSTAMP:20260404T012336 CREATED:20200613T042523Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200613T042523Z UID:1492-1593684000-1593687600@cpcdc.org SUMMARY:How To Protect & Grow the Value of Your Business During a Pandemic DESCRIPTION:The coronavirus recession is unlike anything business owners have experienced before\, with many businesses plunged into crisis and extreme uncertainty overnight. Unfortunately\, many businesses won’t survive this crisis\, but for the ones that do\, there are always opportunities in crisis. \nIn this webinar\, Ashley Micciche\, a certified business exit planner and CEO of True North Retirement Advisors\, will help business owners understand the value of their business today\, as well as how to take advantage of the abundance of opportunities that exist for business owners to protect and grow their business value. \nWe’ll cover:\nHow to value your business in less than 10 minutes\nA simple and easy way to protect your business\, your employees\, and your key stakeholders if you decease or become disabled\nWhy the combination of low valuations and favorable taxes make now an ideal time for family businesses to transfer ownership to the next\ngeneration\, and why this opportunity may soon evaporate\nHow a strategic acquisition can accelerate your future growth\nPresented by Ashley Micciche \nAshley Micciche is the CEO of True North Retirement Advisors\, an independent financial advisory firm managing over $250 million in client assets\, and located just outside of Portland\, Oregon. \nAshley specializes in designing\, building\, and implementing custom-designed exit plans to help her business owner clients secure their final and most important business decision – the exit from their business. URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/how-to-protect-grow-the-value-of-your-business-during-a-pandemic LOCATION:ONLINE CATEGORIES:Free,Online,SCORE,Shawnee Business ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://cpcdc.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/score-logo-1200x628-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200707T081500 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200707T090000 DTSTAMP:20260404T012336 CREATED:20200218T190512Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200218T190512Z UID:1193-1594109700-1594112400@cpcdc.org SUMMARY:Small Business Breakfast Club DESCRIPTION:The Small Business Breakfast Club meets the first Tuesday of the month. This networking and business-building event is for business owners\, professionals and small business resource partners. We will highlight a business owner or local expert who can share their knowledge and experience\, covering different topics monthly\, with plenty of time for Q&A and networking. \nBreakfast Sponsorships Available to highlight your business!\nFor more info\, contact Marla Herndon\, REI WBC\, at 800.658.2823. \nPartners: Durant Area Chamber of Commerce\, OSBDC\, Kiamichi Technology Center\, Choctaw Nation\, Durant Main Street\, Imagine Durant\, and REI Women’s Business Center. \nFunded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. WBC and PRIME 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. \n\n\n\nPrice: $0.00 URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/small-business-breakfast-club-13 LOCATION:REI Oklahoma Conference Center\, 2912 Enterprise Blvd\, Durant\, OK\, 74701\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://cpcdc.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/breakfast-690128_1920.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200707T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200707T113000 DTSTAMP:20260404T012336 CREATED:20200623T191612Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200623T191612Z UID:1563-1594116000-1594121400@cpcdc.org SUMMARY:Virtual Training: Introduction to Google Ads DESCRIPTION:Join us for an introduction to Google Ads. In this free\, virtual session you’ll learn how Google Ads can be designed to grow your business. We’ll cover: \nWhat they are and how they work\nHow to create\, maintain\, and manage them\nTips and strategies for getting great results\nWe’ll have plenty of time for Q&A with the instructor at the end of the session\, so come ready with your questions! \nPresenter: Stephen Koranda\, CDME\, CTA\, is a 20-plus year marketing professional. \nKoranda is Principal and Sr. Consultant for Back To You Marketing\, a marketing agency and tourism consultancy firm based in Norman\, Oklahoma\, that counsels small businesses on their marketing initiatives to grow their business. Koranda speaks regularly on marketing\, sales\, social media\, email marketing\, and customer service. Koranda is the Authorized Local Expert for Constant Contact\, the email service provider and marketing toolkit. \nIf you have not done so already\, please take a few minutes to fill out our Business Assessment Form here https://reiwbc.org/business-assessment-form/\, and you will then receive the Zoom training link. This is *extra* important during this time because it helps us justify our federal funding. We appreciate you taking a minute to complete it! \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 PO Box 1335\, Durant\, OK 74702 or call 800-658-2823. URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/virtual-training-introduction-to-google-ads-2 LOCATION:ONLINE CATEGORIES:Free,Online,REI WBC,Shawnee Business ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://cpcdc.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/google-ads.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR