Financial Literacy Workshop: Refocusing Your Finances
2023-08-29 11:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago) | 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.

How Artificial Intelligence Can Take Your Social Media to the Next Level
2023-09-20 12:00 - 13:00 | ONLINE
Step into the whirlwind love story of ‘AI and Digital Marketing: Love at First Byte’. This engaging session spotlights the unexpected couple – Artificial Intelligence and Content Creation – redefining the rules of engagement in the digital marketing arena. We’ll delve into how AI is crafting compelling content, generating everything from catchy headlines to creative copy, with surprising effectiveness and wit. And, as any love story goes, there are a few complications. We’ll navigate the complex ethical terrain that comes with this tech-empowered creativity. Perfect for marketers, content creators, or anyone with a thirst for understanding the role of AI in the digital realm. Prepare for a journey full of wit, wonder, and the odd ‘aha’ moment as we delve into the heart of AI’s role in content creation.

Roni Ramos, the dynamic Founder and President of Harmony 3 Productions, is an award winning SCORE Orange County speaker/presenter, and steadfast advocate for small businesses.
Roni simplifies the complexities of the digital realm, making it an accessible and effective tool for her clients. She generously shares practical tips, innovative tools, and insightful advice, ensuring her clients are well equipped for their digital journey.
She leads with a strong vision in creating impactful video content and striking photography, enhancing brand visibility across the digital landscape

Federal Contract Compliance - What You Need to Know
2023-09-21 10:00 - 12:00 | ONLINE
Date/Time:
September 21st, 2023
10:00 am
12:00 pm

The government relies upon a contractor’s comprehensive program for controlling quality.
This 2-hour training will detail the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) compliance requirements and outline the applicable quality terms, definitions, performance metrics and organizational best practices used to not only develop but implement a successful Quality Management Program.
Join us in-person at REI Oklahoma’s Oklahoma City office or virtually for this comprehensive walkthrough with Mark Reid of Datum Business Solutions.

How to Squeeze More Marketing Out of a Small Budget
2023-09-26 08:00 - 17:00 | McAlester Public Library, 401 N. 2nd St., McAlester, ok, 74501
McAlester Public Library
401 N. 2nd St.
McAlester, Oklahoma
74501
Map and Directions
Date/Time:
September 26th, 2023
1:00 pm
2:00 pm

Marketing takes time, money, and preparation. 14% of all small businesses fail in the first year because of poor marketing. Learn to get the most out of your small marketing budget and get your business seen by the right eyes.
country,’” explained Sash Johnson.
Presenter: Sash Johnson, Choctaw Websites
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

Virtual: Microsoft Word: Mail Merge & Advanced Formatting
2023-09-26 10:00 - 11:30 | ONLINE
Online
Online Meeting
Map and Directions
Date/Time:
September 26th, 2023
10:00 am
11:30 am

What happened the last time you wanted to send an email or letter to a group of people? Did you waste time manually creating each communication one-by-one? Join us to learn how to create personalized documents using Mail Merge, and we’ll also show you how work with complex images and page layouts. There will also be plenty of time for Q&A.
Topics to be discussed:

Mail merge
Working with images
Advanced formatting

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

Virtual: Intro To Google Analytics
2023-09-27 11:00 - 12:00 | ONLINE
Online
Online Meeting
Map and Directions
Date/Time:
September 27th, 2023
11:00 am
12:00 pm

Learn best practices and analyze trends about how customers engage with your business online, then turn these insights into well-informed, actionable decisions.
In this session we’ll cover:

An introduction to Google Analytics
Creating and understanding reports
Making goals
Using Analytics with other Google tools

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

DOING BUSINESS WITH THE CITY OF OKLAHOMA CITY
2023-09-27 11:00 - 12:00 | ONLINE
OKSBDC and The City of Oklahoma City’s Senior Buyer, Monica Hardesty, presents “How to Do Business With the City”. Attendees will learn the basics of the City’s contracting process, including the wide variety of contracts the City has available. The session provides insight into the formal bid process, including where to find solicitations, how to receive bid notifications and maintain your account so you never miss an opportunity, insurance requirements, available resources during the bid, the award process, what to do after you are awarded a contract, and much more. Monica will also discuss the vendor registration program & how easy it is for small, local, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged businesses to become registered vendors with the city. Lastly, she will answer questions and discuss some exciting improvements that have taken place recently. Attendees will have the opportunity to ask questions and will receive a copy of the presentation.
Speaker(s): Monica Hardesty, Senior Buyer/City of OKC/Finance Department/Procurement Services Division 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.

Cyber Security 101 for Small Businesses
2023-09-27 12:00 - 13:00 | ONLINE
You had a great idea and now you’ve begun your journey to building a business. Could it all be washed away in a moment? Come learn the fundamental pieces of cyber security, including why disaster recovery is critical. Using free and inexpensive tools, learn how to begin protecting your dream with some basic best practices including password management, why you should use SSL on your website, and how to protect your business from hazards like ransomware and computer crashes.

Angela Pigman

Angela was a SCORE Columbus Ohio volunteer and is CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional) certified and has spent the last 8 years working in cyber security for well-recognized brands in the banking, insurance and health industries. She was also self-employed for 5 years at her own small web development company. She has helped fintech startups meet the security requirements to work with large companies.

Wagoner Women in Business Breakfast
2023-09-28 08:15 - 09:15 | Wagoner Civic Center, 301 south Grant Avenue, Wagoner, OK, 74467, United States
Wagoner Civic Center
301 S Grant Avenue
Wagoner, OK
74467
Map and Directions
Date/Time:
September 28th, 2023
8:15 am
9:15 am

In partnership with the Wagoner Chamber of Commerce and the REI WBC, join this networking event for women business owners or entrepreneurs in the Wagoner and surrounding communities to learn from each other and gain support from like minded women.
Register Here! https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1yO53FgSmECU5DTAZ0jt4iWtiU-cu7DFX_Nc56wIDo5o/viewform?ts=64064981&edit_requested=true
This workshop is provided by Wagoner Chamber of Commerce and REI Women’s Business Center.
For more information please contact Leslie Browand, REI WBC Coordinator 1-800-658-2823.
Funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U. S. Small Business Administration, WBC’s 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 P.O. Box 1335, Durant, OK 74702 or call 800-658-2823.

Virtual: Microsoft Word: Leveraging Workflow Tools
2023-10-03 10:00 - 11:30 | ONLINE
Online
Online Meeting
Map and Directions
Date/Time:
October 3rd, 2023
10:00 am
11:30 am

Whether you are collaborating with others or simply reviewing a document, Microsoft Word makes it easy to edit. In this workshop, we will explore how to improve your editing workflow with track changes and Word’s document review process. There will also be plenty of time for Q&A.
Topics to be discussed:

Reviewing documents
Track changes
References and citations

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

SBA CYBER SUMMIT 2023: PART 1
2023-10-04 11:00 - 16:00 | ONLINE
Topic: Managing a Business

Join us for the SBA Cyber Summit 2023, a virtual series taking place every Wednesday in October! Proudly promoted by Oklahoma SBDC, this event brings together leading experts and thought leaders in the field of cybersecurity. With multiple speakers and informative sessions, the SBA Cyber Summit 2023 is your opportunity to stay up-to-date with the latest trends and insights in the world of online security. Don’t miss out on this valuable opportunity to enhance your cybersecurity knowledge and protect your business. Check out the event calendar and register for your day of choice or maximize your cyber knowledge by attending each Wednesday in October. Simply copy and paste the link below and it will take you to the SBA Eventbrite registration page where you can find detailed information about the event, speakers and proposed agendas.
EVENT REGISTRATION LINK: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/sba-cyber-summit-2023-each-wednesday-in-october-tickets-628704420847
Agenda outline for the day:
Welcome featuring SBA Administrator Isabella Casillas Guzman and Associate Administrator Mark Madrid.
White House Office of the National Cyber Director highlights the role of small business in the National Cybersecurity Strategy.
Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency outlines key priorities.
Department of Defense Small Business support programs and critical defense initiatives.
Small Business Situation Room: Cracking the Code – Demystifying Cybersecurity for Non-Technical Professionals.

Speaker(s):
Co-Sponsor(s):

Fee: No Cost

OKC Women's Business Breakfast
2023-10-05 08:15 - 10:00 | REI OKC Conference Center, 218 East Main Street, Oklahoma City, OK, 73104, United States
REI OKC Conference Center
318 NW 13th
Oklahoma City, OK
73103
Map and Directions
Date/Time:
October 5th, 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

HUMAN RELATIONS SERIES: PART 1 - HIRE THE BEST AND AVOID THE REST
2023-10-10 11:00 - 12:30 | ONLINE
Topic: Managing Employees

Please join us as we discuss “Hiring the Best and Avoid the Rest”, PART 1. This will be a three-part business series focusing on recruiting, hiring, on-boarding and retaining quality employees. During Part 1, we will focus on the recruiting, interviewing and hiring process. Attendees will obtain a copy of the presentation and walk away with valuable tools to help them implement today’s topics covered.
Speaker(s): OKSBDC Advisors
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

OKC Chapter Luncheon
2023-10-11 11:00 - 13:00 | First Americans Museum (FAM), 659 First Americans Blvd., okc, OK, 73129, United States
Join us for our Oklahoma City Chapter Luncheon
Wednesday, October 11 from 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM
Where: First Americans Museum, FAM Theatre
659 First Americans Blvd Oklahoma City, OK 73129

Cost: Members $20
Non-Members $25

Please RSVP by COB on Monday, October 9

Questions?
Contact Debbie Lindsey at 405-203-9976

Brent Skarky, Senior Vice President of Communications, The State Chamber of Oklahoma

Additional Information:
Brent Skarky is a long-time media personality and communications professional in Oklahoma. Skarky is currently the Senior Vice President of Communications at the State Chamber of Commerce. He has worked in local TV News/Sports at KOCO, KFOR and KOKH and hosted a state-wide daily travel and culture show for the Chickasaw Nation on Cox Cable from the current day FAM.
Sharky is a proud Bishop McGuinness High School and Syracuse University graduate. He loves giving back to his community by volunteering his time with numerous non-profits.
