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SUMMARY:Encore Entrepreneurship Luncheon
DESCRIPTION:Do you have what it takes to start a small business?  Join us for a free event for individuals to empower them to us their knowledge\, experience\, and skills to become business owners and job creators.  Hear from experts and learn about programs and resources available through AARP\, SBA and REI WBC.  Topics to be discussed are components of an effective business plan\, marketing a small business and financing your small business.  Also\, hear from a successful entrepreneur.  This workshop will benefit any entrepreneur or business owner\, especially 50 plus. \nThe cost of the luncheon is free\, however attendee should registered by May 21st at www.reiwbc.org. \nPartners: AARP\, SBA\, and REI Women’s Business Center. \nFunded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U. S. Small Business Administration\, WBC’s\, 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 or Cassidy Gilmore\, PRIME Coordinator at P.O. Box 1335\, Durant\, OK 74702 or call 800-658-2823. \n\n\n\nGeneral Admission
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/encore-entrepreneurship-luncheon
LOCATION:Tulsa Jewish Federation\, 2021 East 71st Street\, Tulsa\, OK\, 74136\, United States
CATEGORIES:REI WBC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180523T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180523T133000
DTSTAMP:20260403T165447
CREATED:20180516T211010Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180516T211010Z
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SUMMARY:Encore Entrepreneurship Luncheon: Social Media Marketing
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a free luncheon seminar in partnership with AARP\, SBA\, Citizen Potawatomi CDC\, Pioneer Library System\, Gordon Cooper Technology Center and REI’s Women’s Business Center to learn about Social Media Marketing for your small business. \nWe’ll learn about the five most popular social media networks\, participate in discussion on what each network is all about and learn on which social network your target market may be. Further topics to be covered include: \n\nWhat to post and how often to post\n10 tips and best practices for marketing through social media\nWalk away with free tools to help manage\, monitor\, and measure your results\n\nThis session is perfect for those wanting to grow their business\, meet small business experts and local resources\, and those aged 50+ looking to start or expand a business by utilizing social media marketing. \nThe workshop is free and lunch will be provided.  Please register at www.reiwbc.org. \nPresenter: Stephen Koranda\, CDME\, CTA\, is a 20-plus year marketing professional.  Koranda is Principal and Sr. Consultant for Back To You Marketing. \nPartners: AARP\, SBA\, Citizen Potawatomi CDC\, Pioneer Library System\, Gordon Cooper Technology Center and REI Women’s Business Center. \nFunded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U. S. Small Business Administration\, WBC’s\, 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 or Cassidy Gilmore\, PRIME Coordinator at P.O. Box 1335\, Durant\, OK 74702 or call 800-658-2823. \n\n\n\nGeneral Admission
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/encore-entrepreneurship-luncheon-social-media-marketing
LOCATION:Shawnee Public Library\, 101 N. Philadelphia Avenue\, Shawnee\, OK\, 74801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free,REI WBC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180524T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180524T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T165447
CREATED:20180501T153628Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180501T155412Z
UID:189-1527152400-1527161400@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:Business Tax Workshop
DESCRIPTION:The Business Tax Workshops offered by the Oklahoma Tax Commission are designed to meet the needs of all business owners\, from new to seasoned business\, who need to brush up on the latest tax changes. These workshops are offered free of charge. \nFor a new business or an individual thinking about setting up a business in Oklahoma\, the workshop offers information on formation types\, business structures\, a step-by-step guide to business registration\, bookkeeping techniques and a line-by-line explanation of the primary business tax forms.  You will learn the keys to sales tax registration and collection\, along with helpful tips on rate tables\, reporting formats and exemptions. For an existing business\, participants will learn the steps to filling out the various business tax forms and which forms and tax laws have changed based on the latest legislative decisions. \nPresenter: Dewey Brandon\, OK Tax Commission \nWorkshop Co-Sponsors: Durant Area Chamber of Commerce\, Durant Main Street\, OSU Extension\, Choctaw Nation\, Imagine Durant\, and REI Women’s Business Center. \nFunded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U. S. Small Business Administration\, WBC’s\, 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 or Cassidy Gilmore\, PRIME Coordinator at P.O. Box 1335\, Durant\, OK 74702 or call 800-658-2823.
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/business-tax-workshop
LOCATION:REI Oklahoma Conference Center\, 2912 Enterprise Blvd\, Durant\, OK\, 74701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business Tax,Free,REI WBC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180607T081500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180607T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T165447
CREATED:20180501T154100Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180501T154100Z
UID:191-1528359300-1528365600@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:OKC Women's Business Breakfast
DESCRIPTION:The Oklahoma City Women’s Business Breakfast has become a popular local networking event.  This opportunity enables you to connect with countless potential customers\, build your network of business contacts\, and it is a great opportunity to showcase your business!  Bring your business cards and join us for this exclusive networking meeting for women business owners\, professionals and small business resource partners. \nThe 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. Free parking is available at Kamp’s and additional parking is available on 9th Street. \nFunded 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. \n\n\n\nGeneral Admission
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/okc-womens-business-breakfast
LOCATION:Kamps 1910 Cafe\, 10 Northeast 10th Street\, Oklahoma City\, OK\, 73104\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking,REI WBC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180607T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180607T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T165447
CREATED:20180604T161135Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180604T161135Z
UID:243-1528362000-1528372800@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:Business Tax Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Oklahoma Tax Commission Business Tax Workshop The Business Tax Workshops offered by the Oklahoma Tax Commission are designed to meet the needs of all business ownership\, from new business to seasoned business\, who need to brush up on the latest tax changes\, and everyone in between. These workshops are offered free of charge.
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/business-tax-workshop-9
LOCATION:Great Plains Technology Center\, 4500SW Lee Boulevard Bldg 600\, Rm 656\, Lawton\, OK\, 73505\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180608T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180608T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T165447
CREATED:20180604T195452Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180604T195452Z
UID:251-1528452000-1528466400@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:Tribal Consultation regarding the 8(a) BD Program and HUBZone Program
DESCRIPTION:SBA is a contemplating making substantive changes to the regulations governing both the 8(a) Business Development and HUBZone programs\, and requests comments and input on how best to reduce unnecessary or excessive regulatory burdens in those programs and make them more attractive to procuring agencies and the small business community.
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/tribal-consultation-regarding-the-8a-bd-program-and-hubzone-program
LOCATION:Tinker Business & Industrial Park\, 2601 Liberty Parkway\, Oklahoma Ctity\, OK\, 73110\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180612T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180612T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T165447
CREATED:20180604T212346Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180604T212346Z
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SUMMARY:Designing Professional Services Websites
DESCRIPTION:Even if you can’t sell products online\, your business still needs a web presence to attract and educate prospective clients.  Learn how to use an educational website to build your business.
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/designing-professional-services-websites
LOCATION:Norman Central Library~Lowry Room\, 225 North Webster\, Norman\, OK\, 73069\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180619T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180620T163000
DTSTAMP:20260403T165447
CREATED:20180409T194921Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180409T195139Z
UID:139-1529397000-1529512200@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:2018 Business Boot Camps - Indianpreneurship
DESCRIPTION:Mvskoke Loan Fund \nInvites anyone interested to attend a FREE Business Training Event; person interested in expanding your business skills should attend. \n2018 Business Book Camps – IndianPreneurships (R) Business Curriculum by ONABEN \nJune 19-20\, 2018 \nContinental Breakfast and Lunch Provided! \nLimited Seats Available \nCall Mvskoke Loan Fund to reserve your seat! (918)549-2603 \n  \nMvto! (Thank you) to our Training Partners \n  \nONABEN  –  REI Native American Business Centers  –  REI Women’s Business Cneter  –  Green Country Technology Center  –  The Muscogee Nation I.T.
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/2018-business-boot-camps-indianpreneurship
LOCATION:Indian Capital Technology Center in Muskogee\, OK\, 2403 North 41st Street E\, Muskogee\, OK\, 74403\, United States
CATEGORIES:Boot Camp
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180619T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180619T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T165447
CREATED:20180604T214517Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180604T214517Z
UID:267-1529398800-1529409600@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:Employment Law Workshop
DESCRIPTION:This workshop will give business owners an opportunity to get information about the applicable laws\, ask questions of an expert panel and provide feedback in a neutral environment. \n  \nWages\, taxes\, accommodations\, safety…owning or running a business requires a host of tasks\, including ways to comply with federal and state employment laws.  When employees are treated in a way that is consistent with the law\, workers are protected and employers compete on a level playing field.  Most employers want to comply with the law\, but often have questions about how to meet those responsibilities.  The Employment Law workshop will provide an opportunity for employers to get information about applicable laws\, ask questions of an expert panel and provide feedback in a neutral environment.  A number of state and federal agencies will be on site to help\, along with several employer services organizations.  Take advantage of this free training and get the information and resources you need to avoid violations.  Registration is required.
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/employment-law-workshop
LOCATION:Norman Central Library~Lowry Room\, 225 North Webster\, Norman\, OK\, 73069\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180626
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180627
DTSTAMP:20260403T165447
CREATED:20180604T162818Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180604T162818Z
UID:247-1529971200-1530057599@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:GrowOK
DESCRIPTION:The GrowOK program is designed to explore the product/market fit of a new business concept. Each program includes an intensive one-day workshop\, with outside activities to be completed by the participating company/entrepreneur. Additionally\, companies can opt-in to participate in weekly one-on-one meetings to receive individual feedback and direction for their business. During the GrowOK program participants will evaluate: \n\nCustomer segments\nProduct/market fit\nRisks and competition\nInitial paths to market\nHow to reach potential customers\nImplementing customer feedback\nSetting metrics for success\nIntroduction to startup capital\n\nFollowing completion of the workshop\, calls\, and outside diligence\, each company receives a recommendation report with next steps for their venture. \nThe goal of the GrowOK program is to increase the number of businesses that create jobs in rural Oklahoma. The project is funded with a grant from the U.S. Economic Development Administration with matching funds from Oklahoma’s four largest Native American tribes\, the Oklahoma Business Roundtable\, and the Oklahoma Center for Advancement of Science and Technology. The GrowOK program is designed to provide resources to startup companies in rural Oklahoma. i2E and its partners are working to increase startup activity and job creation in rural Oklahoma and provide the tools needed for entrepreneurs to start and grow successful companies. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFor more information visit: www.growok.org
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/growok
LOCATION:GrowOK\, i2E\, Inc\, 840 Research Parkway\, Suite 250\, Oklahoma City\, OK\, 73104\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180628T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180628T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T165447
CREATED:20180604T215203Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180604T215203Z
UID:269-1530176400-1530183600@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:How to Start a Food Service Business
DESCRIPTION:Are you interested in starting your own food service business?  Learn more about the start up process in this free workshop. \n  \nAre you interested in starting your own food service business?  Or just curious to know what it takes?   Do you need a different direction on how to move forward with your dreams of entrepreneurship?  Do you need to know who to call and where to start?  If so\, then join us to hear form advocates for local food service businesses.  The workshop speakers will discuss the basics and help you develop steps to a successful food business.  Registration is required.
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/how-to-start-a-food-service-business
LOCATION:Norman Central Library~Lowry Room\, 225 North Webster\, Norman\, OK\, 73069\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180628T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180628T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T165447
CREATED:20180501T154452Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180501T155312Z
UID:194-1530176400-1530185400@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:Business Tax Workshop
DESCRIPTION:The Business Tax Workshops offered by the Oklahoma Tax Commission are designed to meet the needs of all business owners\, from new to seasoned business\, who need to brush up on the latest tax changes. These workshops are offered free of charge. \nFor a new business or an individual thinking about setting up a business in Oklahoma\, the workshop offers information on formation types\, business structures\, a step-by-step guide to business registration\, bookkeeping techniques and a line-by-line explanation of the primary business tax forms.  You will learn the keys to sales tax registration and collection\, along with helpful tips on rate tables\, reporting formats and exemptions. For an existing business\, participants will learn the steps to filling out the various business tax forms and which forms and tax laws have changed based on the latest legislative decisions. \nPresenter: Dewey Brandon\, OK Tax Commission \nWorkshop Co-Sponsors: Durant Area Chamber of Commerce\, Durant Main Street\, OSU Extension\, Choctaw Nation\, Imagine Durant\, and REI Women’s Business Center. \nFunded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U. S. Small Business Administration\, WBC’s\, 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 or Cassidy Gilmore\, PRIME Coordinator at P.O. Box 1335\, Durant\, OK 74702 or call 800-658-2823. \n\n\n\nGeneral Admission
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/business-tax-workshop-2
LOCATION:REI Oklahoma Conference Center\, 2912 Enterprise Blvd\, Durant\, OK\, 74701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business Tax,Free,REI WBC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180712T081500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180712T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T165447
CREATED:20180501T174917Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180501T174917Z
UID:197-1531383300-1531389600@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:OKC Women's Business Breakfast
DESCRIPTION:The Oklahoma City Women’s Business Breakfast has become a popular local networking event.  This opportunity enables you to connect with countless potential customers\, build your network of business contacts\, and it is a great opportunity to showcase your business!  Bring your business cards and join us for this exclusive networking meeting for women business owners\, professionals and small business resource partners. \nThe 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. Free parking is available at Kamp’s and additional parking is available on 9th Street. \nFunded 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. \n\n\n\nGeneral Admission
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/okc-womens-business-breakfast-2
LOCATION:Kamps 1910 Cafe\, 10 Northeast 10th Street\, Oklahoma City\, OK\, 73104\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking,REI WBC
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180712T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180712T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T165447
CREATED:20180628T204651Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180628T204651Z
UID:279-1531395000-1531400400@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:Women's Biz Connection: Why Do I Need Insurance?
DESCRIPTION:Ask the Expert: Why do I need Insurance? \n\nI do direct sales from my home.\nI rent a storefront and the owner has insurance. Do I need insurance too?\nI travel a lot for business in my personal car. What kind of insurance do I need?\nHow\, when and why should I update my beneficiaries?\nWhat is Business Continuity Insurance\n\nIf you have similar questions\, then you will want to join us for answers to these and many more about your insurance needs. \nPartners: Durant Area Chamber of Commerce\, 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’s\, 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 or Cassidy Gilmore\, PRIME Coordinator at P.O. Box 1335\, Durant\, OK 74702 or call 800-658-2823. \n\n\n\nPrice: $15.00
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/womens-biz-connection-why-do-i-need-insurance
LOCATION:REI Oklahoma Conference Center\, 2912 Enterprise Blvd\, Durant\, OK\, 74701\, United States
CATEGORIES:REI WBC
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180718T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180719T163000
DTSTAMP:20260403T165447
CREATED:20180409T200310Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180409T200416Z
UID:145-1531902600-1532017800@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:2018 Business Boot Camps - Indianpreneurship
DESCRIPTION:Mvskoke Loan Fund \nInvites anyone interested to attend a FREE Business Training Event; person interested in expanding your business skills should attend. \n2018 Business Book Camps – IndianPreneurships (R) Business Curriculum by ONABEN \nJuly 18-19\, 2018 \nContinental Breakfast and Lunch Provided! \nLimited Seats Available \nCall Mvskoke Loan Fund to reserve your seat! (918)549-2603 \n  \nMvto! (Thank you) to our Training Partners \n  \nONABEN  –  REI Native American Business Centers  –  REI Women’s Business Cneter  –  Green Country Technology Center  –  The Muscogee Nation I.T.
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/2018-business-boot-camps-indianpreneurship-2
LOCATION:Muscogee (Creek) Nation Southern Regional Offices in Wetumka\, OK\, 333 S. Washita Street\, Wetumka\, OK\, 74883\, United States
CATEGORIES:Boot Camp
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180719T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180719T090000
DTSTAMP:20260403T165447
CREATED:20180501T175139Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180501T175139Z
UID:200-1531987200-1531990800@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:Tulsa Women's Business Breakfast
DESCRIPTION:The Tulsa Women’s Business Breakfast is a bimonthly event to help business owners and entrepreneurs meet one another\, learn from community leaders and become more informed about Tulsa’s business ecosystem. It’s a great way to network and learn about the many resources Tulsa has to offer. \nBring Your business Cards and join us for this networking meeting for women business owners\, professionals\, and small business resource partners. \n\nMarket your business through interactive discussions and activities.\nLearn from other women entrepreneurs and women in business.\nDiscover the latest in resource services for women entrepreneurs.\n\nAdmission is free\, but registration is required. Please select here to register. \nCoffee and Breakfast sponsorship are available.
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/tulsa-womens-business-breakfast-2
LOCATION:36° North Entrepreneurial Center\, 36 EAst Cameron Street\, Tulsa\, OK\, 74103\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free,Networking,REI WBC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180719T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180719T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T165447
CREATED:20180501T180223Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180501T180223Z
UID:207-1531987200-1532008800@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:Northwest OK Women’s Business Summit
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the Northwest OK Women’s Business Summit!  This one-day event is designed to encourage\, support\, and equip women in business throughout Northwest Oklahoma.  Learn from high-quality presenters on a variety of topics\, network and gain exposure for your business\, and cultivate profitable business connections. \nAgenda at a glance (check back- more info is being added regularly!):\nJuly 19\, 2018\n?8:00 – 8:30 am – Registration and check-in\n8:30 – 9:30 am – Breakfast and Keynote speaker Krista Scammahorn\n9:45 – 10:45 am – Breakout Sessions:\nAnna Irwin – Everyone Communicates\, Few Connect\nKelly Tompkins – Marketing\n10:45 – 11:45 am – Panels:\nHannah Hankey\, Vicki Brown\, Cheryl Evans – Best Practices\, Women In Business Panel\nCara Evans\, Stela Jantzen\, Elizabeth Nicholas – Technology Panel\n11:45 am – 12:45 pm – Lunch and keynote speaker Alicia Tippett\, Tipping Sacred Cows\n?12:45 – 1:45 pm – Cathy McCullough – Women in Leadership \nPartners: Autry Technology Center\, Strate Center for Business Development\, Enid Regional Development Alliance\, Main Street Enid\, Northern Oklahoma College\, and REI’s Women’s Business Center \n$25 Early Bird Registration (by June 21st)\n$35 Registration (after June 21st) \n\n\n\nPrice: $25.00
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/northwest-ok-womens-business-summit
LOCATION:Autry Technology Center\, Oklahoma Room\, 1201 W. Willow\, Enid\, OK\, 73703\, United States
CATEGORIES:REI WBC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180719T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180719T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T165447
CREATED:20180501T175906Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180501T175906Z
UID:204-1531989000-1532003400@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:Business Basics - Starting & Running Your Own Business
DESCRIPTION:Want to start your own business?  The Francis Tuttle Launch Pad\, REI Women’s Business Center\, OK Small Business Development Center and SCORE are offering this workshop to help you decide if starting a business is right for you and\, if so\, how to go about it.  Existing small business owners could benefit from several of the topics in this workshop as well. \nTopics include what questions to ask before starting a business\, how to analyze and decide which business structure to use\, how to register the business in Oklahoma\, how to develop a simple but meaningful business plan\, how to understand basic business financials and finally\, where to find financing.  Additionally\, available federal\, state and local resources to assist you will be discussed. \nSpeakers: Francis Tuttle\, SCORE\, OKSBDC\, and REI Women’s Business Center. \nPartners: Francis Tuttle Launch Pad\, 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’s\, 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 or Cassidy Gilmore\, PRIME Coordinator at P.O. Box 1335\, Durant\, OK 74702 or call 800-658-2823.
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/business-basics-starting-running-your-own-business-2
LOCATION:Francis Tuttle Business Innovation Center\, Room B1120\, 2824 Progressive Drive\, Edmond\, OK\, 73034\, United States
CATEGORIES:REI WBC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180719T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180719T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T165447
CREATED:20180628T210403Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180628T210403Z
UID:282-1531990800-1531999800@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:Business Tax Workshop
DESCRIPTION:The Business Tax Workshops offered by the Oklahoma Tax Commission are designed to meet the needs of all business owners\, from new to seasoned business\, who need to brush up on the latest tax changes. These workshops are offered free of charge. \nFor a new business or an individual thinking about setting up a business in Oklahoma\, the workshop offers information on formation types\, business structures\, a step-by-step guide to business registration\, bookkeeping techniques and a line-by-line explanation of the primary business tax forms.  You will learn the keys to sales tax registration and collection\, along with helpful tips on rate tables\, reporting formats and exemptions. For an existing business\, participants will learn the steps to filling out the various business tax forms and which forms and tax laws have changed based on the latest legislative decisions. \nPresenter: Dewey Brandon\, OK Tax Commission \nWorkshop Co-Sponsors: Durant Area Chamber of Commerce\, Durant Main Street\, OSU Extension\, Choctaw Nation\, Imagine Durant\, and REI Women’s Business Center. \nFunded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U. S. Small Business Administration\, WBC’s\, 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 or Cassidy Gilmore\, PRIME Coordinator at P.O. Box 1335\, Durant\, OK 74702 or call 800-658-2823. \n\n\n\nGeneral Admission
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/business-tax-workshop-10
LOCATION:REI Oklahoma Conference Center\, 2912 Enterprise Blvd\, Durant\, OK\, 74701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business Tax,Free,REI WBC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180724T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180724T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T165447
CREATED:20180713T204532Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180713T215547Z
UID:300-1532437200-1532444400@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:8(A) and HUBZONE WORKSHOP - Doing Business with the Federal Government
DESCRIPTION:Expanding your business into the federal marketplace can be lucrative\, and provide numerous networking and growth opportunities.   The Small Business Administration’s Office of Government Contracting & Business Development works with federal agencies to award at least 23 percent of all prime government contract dollars to small businesses and help federal agencies meet specific statutory goals for small businesses.  In addition\, SBA’s 8(a) Business Development Program assists eligible socially and economically disadvantaged individuals in developing and growing their businesses. \nSeminar will discuss: \n\nGovernment Contracting\nSBA’s 8(a) Business Development Program\nSBA’s HUBZone Certification Program\n\nAttending this workshop can get you started with selling to the government.  If you already sell to the government\, this workshop can help you with tips to increase success. \nThe workshop will be held Tuesday\, July 24\, 2018 from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm. \nFor more information contact Walter Miller\, 405-733-7488. \n  \nRose State College SBDC \nProfessional Training and Education Center \nRoom 213 \n1720 Hudiburg Drive \nMidwest City\, OK 73110 \n 
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/doing-business-with-the-federal-government
LOCATION:Rose State College Professional Training Center\, 1720 Hudiburg Drive\, Midwest City\, OK\, 73110\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180726T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180726T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T165447
CREATED:20180628T213051Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180628T213051Z
UID:286-1532593800-1532624400@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:The Polished Professional
DESCRIPTION:Join us for this fun event and learn the elements of developing a personal brand of excellence to help build positive relationships\, influence people and achieve desired outcomes.  This fun\, informative event will give the professional woman confidence to step into the boardroom\, retail store\, classroom\, of office. Come prepared to enjoy a day of learning. BRING YOUR BUSINESS CARDS! \nJana Christian has been a proven and leading expert in the protocol and etiquette industry for over thirty years. For many years she has been a presenter\, researcher\, and consultant in this industry. She founded the Etiquette School of Oklahoma\, an etiquette and protocol training and consulting firm with diverse clientele such as law firms\, government\, health care\, political figures\, universities\, financial and investment institutions and manufacturing. Her experience in the etiquette and protocol industry makes her a sought after expert for the media\, as well as corporations and individuals. \nPartners: Poteau Chamber of Commerce\, Poteau Main Street\, OSU Cooperative Extension\, Kiamichi Technology Center\, LeFlore County Historical Society\, Carl Albert State College 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’s\, 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 or Cassidy Gilmore\, PRIME Coordinator at P.O. Box 1335\, Durant\, OK 74702 or call 800-658-2823.
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/the-polished-professional
LOCATION:Donald W. Reynolds Community Center\, 105 Reynolds Ave\, Poteau\, OK\, 74953\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180726T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180726T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T165447
CREATED:20180719T212621Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180719T212621Z
UID:310-1532604600-1532610000@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:Enid Women in Business: LinkedIn 101
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the 2018 Enid Women in Business Quarterly Series.  These events provide an opportunity to learn\, promote leadership\, gain exposure\, and cultivate profitable business connections. This series is the perfect place for women to come together to listen and support other women in business. \nThis quarter’s event: LinkedIn 101: A How-to for your Most Powerful Professional Network Online \nCelebrating its 15th birthday\, LinkedIn now boasts more than half of a billion users – if you aren’t one of them\, you need to be. This online professional network will complement  your toolbag in developing an online presence\, as well as strengthening your brand and professional relationships.  Join us for an introduction to LinkedIn\, which will include an overview of basic functionality\, such as crafting a profile\, sharing updates and connecting with others\, while navigating the platform and walking through notable features. \nSpeaker: Christopher T. Zach\, CPA\nChris serves as a LinkedIn resource for teammates across the BKD offices in Oklahoma\, whether it be profile assessments\, hands-on training\, detailed research or post formulation.  Chris has found success for himself in LinkedIn dealings by way of board invitations\, speaking requests and prospect introduction meetings. \nNote: be sure to bring your computers and a power supply to follow along and participate in walk-throughs; this is an open discussion allowing for ongoing Q&A.  There will also be time to network and share about your business at this event. Lunch will be provided. \nPartners: Autry Technology Center\, Strate Center for Business Development\, Enid Regional Development Alliance\, Main Street Enid\, Norther Oklahoma College\, 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’s\, 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 or Cassidy Gilmore\, PRIME Coordinator at P.O. Box 1335\, Durant\, OK 74702 or call 800-658-2823. \n\n\n\nPrice: $15.00
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/enid-women-in-business-linkedin-101
LOCATION:Autry Technology Center\, Oklahoma Room\, 1201 W. Willow\, Enid\, OK\, 73703\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180802T081500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180802T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T165447
CREATED:20180501T180533Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180501T180533Z
UID:210-1533197700-1533204000@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:OKC Women's Business Breakfast
DESCRIPTION:The Oklahoma City Women’s Business Breakfast has become a popular local networking event.  This opportunity enables you to connect with countless potential customers\, build your network of business contacts\, and it is a great opportunity to showcase your business!  Bring your business cards and join us for this exclusive networking meeting for women business owners\, professionals and small business resource partners. \nThe 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. Free parking is available at Kamp’s and additional parking is available on 9th Street. \nFunded 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. \n\n\n\nGeneral Admission
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/okc-womens-business-breakfast-3
LOCATION:Kamps 1910 Cafe\, 10 Northeast 10th Street\, Oklahoma City\, OK\, 73104\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking,REI WBC
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180802T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180802T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T165447
CREATED:20180604T215729Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180604T215729Z
UID:271-1533200400-1533204000@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:Small Business Assistance
DESCRIPTION:Join us to learn about Small Business Administration programs and resources for new and existing businesses. \n  \nIn this workshop we will share information on Small Business Administration (SBA) programs and resources for starting a new business or helping existing businesses flourish.  Registration is required.
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/small-business-assistance
LOCATION:Norman Central Library~ AB Room\, 225 Webster Street\, Norman\, OK\, 73069\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180810T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180810T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T165447
CREATED:20180604T220256Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180604T220256Z
UID:274-1533895200-1533898800@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:Small Business Assistance
DESCRIPTION:Join us to learn about Small Business Administration programs and resources for new and existing businesses. \n  \nIn this workshop we will share information on Small Business Administration (SBA) programs and resources for starting a new business or helping existing businesses flourish.  Registration is required.
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/small-business-assistance-2
LOCATION:Newcastle Library~ Conference Room\, 705 SW 10th Street\, Newcastle\, OK\, 73065\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180815T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180815T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T165447
CREATED:20180604T202458Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180604T202458Z
UID:257-1534323600-1534327200@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:Small Business Assistance (event/855311)
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we learn about the Small Business Administration programs and resources for new and existing businesses.
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/small-business-assistance-event-855311
LOCATION:Coman Culbert Community Room\, 204 N 5th\, Noble\, OK\, 73068\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180816T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180816T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T165447
CREATED:20180604T211136Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180604T211136Z
UID:261-1534410000-1534413600@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:Small Business Assistance (event/857442)
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we learn about Small Business Administration programs and resources for new and existing businesses.
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/small-business-assistance-event-857442
LOCATION:Community Room-Blanchard\, 205 NE 10th Street\, Blanchard\, OK\, 73010\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180822T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180822T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T165447
CREATED:20180719T213109Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180719T213109Z
UID:313-1534926600-1534953600@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:Comprehesive Quickbooks Desktop
DESCRIPTION:Attendees at this intensive\, hands-on training will learn how QuickBooks can benefit their business.  Topics to be covered include: \n\nExamining Chart of Accounts\nWriting Checks and Recording Deposits\nReconciling Bank Statements\nEntering and Paying Vendor Bills\nInvoicing Customers and Receiving Payments\nCreating and Understanding Basic Financial Statements and Balance Sheets\nTracking Sales Tax\nCustomizing Reports\nEntering and Reconciling Credit Card Charges\nUtilizing Sub-Accounts\n\nParticipants will enter information on the computer using practice sets and have the opportunity to ask questions and receive guidance on “how and why”.  QuickBooks® Pro 2018 desktop version is used for the training. \nPresenter: MJ Brienen\, QuickBooks Pro Advisor\nMJ Brienen is a seasoned professional focused on helping businesses in many stages of development to set-up\, maintain\, or fix their QuickBooks systems. She works to help uncover the secrets to QuickBooks® and how the program can be used most effectively by businesses. Brienen has a background in banking\, sales\, project management\, and working with websites. \nPartners: Back Office Success 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’s\, 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 or Cassidy Gilmore\, PRIME Coordinator at P.O. Box 1335\, Durant\, OK 74702 or call 800-658-2823. \n\n\n\nPrice: $115.00
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/comprehesive-quickbooks-desktop
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180823T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180823T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T165447
CREATED:20180501T180719Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180501T180719Z
UID:212-1535014800-1535023800@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:Business Tax Workshop
DESCRIPTION:The Business Tax Workshops offered by the Oklahoma Tax Commission are designed to meet the needs of all business owners\, from new to seasoned business\, who need to brush up on the latest tax changes. These workshops are offered free of charge. \nFor a new business or an individual thinking about setting up a business in Oklahoma\, the workshop offers information on formation types\, business structures\, a step-by-step guide to business registration\, bookkeeping techniques and a line-by-line explanation of the primary business tax forms.  You will learn the keys to sales tax registration and collection\, along with helpful tips on rate tables\, reporting formats and exemptions. For an existing business\, participants will learn the steps to filling out the various business tax forms and which forms and tax laws have changed based on the latest legislative decisions. \nPresenter: Dewey Brandon\, OK Tax Commission \nWorkshop Co-Sponsors: Durant Area Chamber of Commerce\, Durant Main Street\, OSU Extension\, Choctaw Nation\, Imagine Durant\, and REI Women’s Business Center. \nFunded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U. S. Small Business Administration\, WBC’s\, 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 or Cassidy Gilmore\, PRIME Coordinator at P.O. Box 1335\, Durant\, OK 74702 or call 800-658-2823. \n\n\n\nGeneral Admission
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/business-tax-workshop-4
LOCATION:REI Oklahoma Conference Center\, 2912 Enterprise Blvd\, Durant\, OK\, 74701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business Tax,Free,REI WBC
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180828
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180830
DTSTAMP:20260403T165447
CREATED:20180827T203412Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180827T203412Z
UID:320-1535414400-1535587199@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:Business Boot Camp - Indianpreneurship
DESCRIPTION:Mvskoke Loan Fund \nInvites anyone interested to attend a FREE Business Training Event; person interested in expanding your business skills should attend. \n2018 Business Boot Camps – IndianPreneurships (R) Business Curriculum by ONABEN \nAugust 28-29\, 2018 \n8:30 AM – 4:30 PM \nLimited Seats Available \nCall Mvskoke Loan Fund to reserve your seat! (918)549-2603 \nMvto! (Thank you) to our Training Partners \nONABEN – REI Native American Business Centers – REI Women’s Business Cneter – Green Country Technology Center – The Muscogee Nation I.T.
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/business-boot-camp-indianpreneurship
LOCATION:MCN Campus\, Tribal Conference Room – McCombs Building\, Okmulgee\, OK\, United States
CATEGORIES:Boot Camp
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