Trademark Filing Considerations
2025-05-28 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago) | ONLINE
Every business has intellectual property needs. Even if your business doesn’t have any unique/proprietary technology, or creative expressions worth protecting, or even valuable trade secret information, your business at least has a name. And even if you have no desire to strengthen your rights in your business name by seeking a state or federal trademark registration, you should still determine whether anyone else is already using the same or a confusingly similar name before you go to market. In other words, even if you don’t want to spend the time or money protecting your company’s intellectual property assets, you should at least take the time to better ensure that you have “freedom to operate,” so that you don’t get hit with any surprise “cease & desist” letters after you go to market.

Trademarks play a key role in building brand loyalty and a strong customer base. As such, prioritizing trademark protection is just as important for start-ups and solo entrepreneurs as it is for enterprise businesses. This presentation will cover topics including types of trademarks, strength of trademarks, how to perform a clearance search, how to create a description of goods/services, and how to file a federal trademark application.

If there is a trademark you’re considering for your business, product or service, please feel free to mention it in your sign-up, making sure to include both (1) the trademark and (2) the goods/services you plan to offer under that trademark. As time permits, Justin may provide real-time feedback and use your trademark as an example during the presentation to demonstrate how to perform a clearance search and/or create a description of goods/services.

Designing for Impact: The Science of Visual Storytelling in Business
2025-05-28 14:00 - 15:00 | ONLINE
Visual storytelling is more than aesthetics—it’s science. This talk dives into the principles of impactful design, from data visualization to brand consistency and emotional connections. Attendees will learn how to create slides that not only inform but inspire, using the latest design techniques rooted in psychology and brand strategy.
Key Takeaways:
1. Simplify complex data into clear, persuasive visuals.
2. Build trust through consistent branding in every slide.
3. Evoke emotion through design to leave lasting impressions and drive decisions.

AI and Canva - Creative Content for Social Media
2025-05-29 10:00 - 11:00 | ONLINE
Explore the potential of AI in enhancing your social media content. Join Roni Ramos as she delves into how artificial intelligence can automate and refine the creation of engaging text, captivating visuals, and personalized posts. Learn how to use AI tools to produce dynamic content that aims to connect with your audience. This webinar will introduce innovative techniques for crafting compelling narratives and visuals designed to catch the eye and encourage engagement. Suitable for marketers and content creators at any level of expertise, this session helps you leverage the latest AI technology to enrich your social media strategy.
This webinar is not sponsored, endorsed, or administered by, or associated with, Canva.

Preparing for Capital and Exploring Funding Options for Your Business
2025-05-29 12:00 - 13:00 | ONLINE
Whether you’re a startup founder, a growing business owner, or simply exploring how to better position your company financially, this session is designed to give you actionable insight into securing the right kind of funding to support your goals.

We’ll begin by covering the fundamentals of understanding and preparing for capital, followed by strategies for managing and approaching business debt effectively. We’ll also explore the current state of business lending—what’s changing, what lenders are looking for, and how to stay competitive in today’s market.

Oklahoma Commercialization Network - Networking Event
2025-05-30 08:00 - 09:30 | Lift Coffee Bar, 309 N Muskogee Ave,, Tahlequah, OK, 74464, United States
Join us for a networking event to learn more about Oklahoma Commercialization Network and the tools and resources available to transform great ideas into thriving businesses. Food Provided.
RSVP to Denise Cook
(580) 924-5094 or dcook@reiok.org

Optimizing Your Digital Marketing Strategy for 2025 Success
2025-05-30 10:00 - 11:00 | ONLINE
Join us for an insightful webinar designed for small business owners looking to elevate their digital marketing in 2025. We’ll dive into the latest trends and show you practical ways to incorporate them into your marketing strategy. Discover how an omnichannel approach can create a seamless customer journey across all platforms. You’ll leave with clear, actionable steps to grow your business, enhance user experience, and maximize R.O.I.

2025-06-03 09:00 - 10:00 | ONLINE
In this session, discover essential strategies to effectively prepare for peak shopping periods like Prime Day and Holiday season. Learn the fundamentals of peak season success including how to optimize deals and discounts, manage inventory effectively, and when to ship inventory into Amazon’s fulfillment centers if enrolled in Fulfillment by Amazon (FBA).
We will also cover key topics such as Lightning Deals, Prime Exclusive Discounts, advertising, and inventory forecasting to help you meet increased customer demand. Finally, we will also share information on the resources and programs Amazon has to help enable small business success.

Visibility Boost With YouTube: Maximize Your Brand's Reach With Video Marketing
2025-06-03 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-06-09 10:00 - 11:00 | ONLINE
Join us for an engaging webinar that shares tips to create video content that engages your audience and boosts your brand’s visibility. Follow along step by step, we’ll cover the essentials of setting up and optimizing your YouTube channel and share practical examples and expert advice, for a video marketing strategy that connects with your target audience and maximizes your brand's reach. Whether you’re new to YouTube marketing or a seasoned pro, this session is packed with insights that will help you elevate your brand’s impact with video content.
This webinar is not sponsored, endorsed, or administered by, or associated with, YouTube.

How to Launch Your e-Commerce and Start Your Online Business
2025-06-03 12:00 - 13:00 | ONLINE
Online attendees of this webinar will learn fundamental concepts about eCommerce and how to successfully launch and run your online store. This course will empower attendees to:
1. Understand the Fundamentals of eCommerce
2. Learn about Different eCommerce Platforms
3. Measure the Return On Investment (ROI) upon Implementing a Website with eCommerce Capabilities
4. Recognize if a Company Offering eCommerce Services can fully deliver all aspects of their SOW (Statement of Work)
5. Learn What Questions to Ask Before Signing a Contract
6. Why SEO is Critical for eCommerce Success

The Power of Networking
2025-06-04 09:00 - 10:00 | ONLINE
Join us for a dynamic workshop on mastering professional networking! Learn how to connect with key local influencers, foster meaningful relationships, and unlock opportunities for new clients, partners, and resources. Discover proven strategies to show up, participate, connect, follow up, and deliver value, helping you build a robust network that supports your business and professional growth.

Go Global with Google Market Finder
2025-06-04 11:00 - 12:00 | ONLINE
This is a partnered event between OKSBDC and Google. With the right tools and international marketing strategy, businesses are expanding globally to meet new demands. This workshop introduces Google’s Market Finder, a free tool that can help you identify new international business opportunities and plan for success. In this workshop, we will: • Discuss the benefits of exporting • Introduce Google Market Finder • Show you how to use the tool to explore other markets Attendees will have the chance to get their questions answered by a certified Google Trainer and will receive a copy of the presentation.
Speaker(s): Maria Elena Duron Grow with Google Trainer & Digital Coach
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.”

Master Class: How to Pitch to Investors
2025-06-04 12:00 - 13:00 | ONLINE
Great stories are contagious. When properly crafted, presentations are powerful, persuasive tools that inspire their audience to adopt new ideas and advocate them to others. For an idea to become unstoppable, it must first be articulable. This presentation will dive into the most industry-proven, data-supported components of a successful investor pitch. We will talk through common mistakes, best practices, and the underlying psychology of how to develop the most important asset a startup needs to succeed: a story that others care about. We look forward to answering your questions in the Q&A!

What is Reasonable Accommodation and the Interactive Process?
2025-06-05 11:00 - 12:00 | ONLINE
Your employee hands you a doctor’s note that states they need modified work. What do you do now?

In this webinar, we will explore:

What triggers the process?
What is my responsibility?
How do I have a “good faith” dialogue?
Determining what is a reasonable accommodation and when it may be considered a hardship.

5. What are the legal repercussions if I don’t follow the process?

Instagram Marketing for Your Business: Strategies for Promoting and Growing Your Brand
2025-06-05 13:00 - 14:00 | ONLINE
In this webinar, you will learn how to leverage Instagram’s powerful platform to market and grow your business. We will explore the four key content formats on Instagram and show you how each can be strategically used to reach different audience segments and achieve specific marketing goals.
Our social media marketing expert will guide you through proven strategies for creating engaging content, optimizing your profile, and actively connecting with potential customers to drive meaningful business results.
A well-executed Instagram marketing strategy will help you:

Master all four Instagram formats: Feed posts, Stories, Reels, and Instagram Live
Create engaging content that resonates with your target audience
How to convert followers into qualified leads using effective interaction techniques
Align your Instagram presence with your overall brand identity
Optimize your profile to maximize visibility and attract your ideal custome

Sharing Our Spaces: Indigenous Hosting On AirBnB
2025-06-05 16:00 - 17:30 | ONLINE
Want to elevate your hosting game and create an unforgettable guest experience? Join experienced Airbnb host Heather Gomez of Dulce Base Tipi as she shares her insights on transforming your home, whether it’s a house, cabin, tipi, or other unique stay, into a welcoming retreat that guests will love.
In this session, you’ll learn:

How to set up your space for comfort & functionality
Tips for décor that enhances the guest experience
Ways to include cultural touches that reflect your Indigenous identity
Must-have amenities that guests appreciate and expect

Whether you’re a new or experienced host, this workshop will inspire fresh ideas to keep guests coming back for more.
Here is the recording from session 1: https://us06web.zoom.us/rec/share/kYUmWCKATwx8JXCDZEMA2BuQnK0-wWiHXqy-HtoxO6ai3rJgt3qGWQpc4DL9q_YU.6e5iMEMwUx6KOcRW

How to Improve Personal Credit to Secure Business Funding
2025-06-05 17:00 - 18:00 | ONLINE
As the Founder & CEO of EXPANDEMONIUM, almost half the clients I work with have some type of personal credit issue that warrants an application denial according to current lending standards. With that said, start by (1) reviewing your credit report for errors and disputing any inaccuracies that may be lowering your score. Consistently making (2) on-time payments is essential, as payment history accounts for a significant portion of your credit score. (3) Lower your credit utilization by paying down existing debt and keeping balances below 20% (preferably 10%) of your credit limits. Avoid (4) unnecessary credit inquiries and new accounts that could temporarily drop your score. Additionally, maintain a (5) diverse credit mix, such as: credit cards, installment loans, and retail accounts—to demonstrate financial stability. By taking these proactive measures, you can boost your credit profile, increase your chances of loan approval, and secure better financing options to grow your business successfully.
MORE IMPORTANTLY, through the power of AI it is easier than ever to accomplish a 700+ credit score in no time due to advanced disputing capabilities. This webinar will be power-packed with insight on exactly how the process of improving personal credit works. Best of All…you can Do-It-Yourself (DIY)!!! The days of paying a credit repair company hundreds or thousands of dollars to accomplish the same results you can achieve on your own are OVER!!!
There is no time like NOW to make the changes you’ve always wanted to see on your personal credit score and report. If you truly want to unlock funding products and opportunities that most entrepreneurs dream of doing don’t miss this webinar!

Putting It All Together - the Business Plan
2025-06-06 10:00 - 12:00 | ONLINE
he Business Plan is your road map to commercial success and a necessary document to obtain external financing.
In this Live Online Workshop you will be instructed in the components of a business plan:

Executive Summary
Objectives/Goals
Products/Services
Market Analysis
Strategies and Tactics
Sales Plan
Financial Plan

Also included in this Workshop is a review of Funding Sources and Uses
You will have the opportunity to have your questions answered both during and at the conclusion of the Workshop.
A copy of the presentation is provided to those who complete the brief Feedback Survey at the end of the session.

Cultivating a Business Mindset for Success
2025-06-06 10:00 - 12:00 | ONLINE
In today’s competitive business landscape, a successful entrepreneur requires more than just technical expertise and a keen sense of market trends. They also need a resilient mindset that can help them weather the storms of uncertainty, overcome obstacles, and stay motivated during ups and downs. This interactive and inspiring workshop, “Cultivating a Business Mindset for Success,” will help you unlock your potential as an entrepreneur by teaching you practical strategies for developing a growth mindset and overcoming limiting beliefs. You’ll learn how to shift your focus from fear to opportunity, embrace failure as a valuable learning experience, and harness the power of positive thinking to achieve your goals. With real-life case studies and actionable advice, this workshop will empower you to cultivate a winning attitude and create abundance in your life and business. So, if you’re ready to transform your mindset and take your entrepreneurial journey to the next level, this workshop is the perfect opportunity for you.

Unlocking the Secrets of your Target Customer
2025-06-09 12:00 - 13:00 | ONLINE
Are you struggling to create marketing content that gets results? Do you want to know what your customer’s unmet needs really are and how you can help meet them? Do you stare at a blank screen time and time again not knowing what to write to get engagement?
In this workshop, we will explore how to use AI to dig into your customer’s pain points, unmet needs and desires, and unspoken fears to create marketing material that really connects.
Learn how to tailor your offerings and messaging to resonate with your ideal customer and create that emotional bond that leads to deeper relationships—and a more successful business!
By the end of this session, you’ll walk away with:

A deeper understanding of who your customers really are and how you can connect with them better Insights into how to customize, tweak, or change your offerings to meet your customer’s needs and accelerate your business growth
Strategies for creating content that deeply resonates with your customers’ needs and expectations
Tips on how to stay top of mind with your prospects and customers for future referrals

Join us and unlock the power of AI to elevate your client communication game and forge meaningful connections with your audience. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to revolutionize your approach to content creation and take your business to new heights.

REI Oklahoma Small Business Funding Options
2025-06-10 10:00 - 11:00 | ONLINE
Discover the funding opportunities available through REI Oklahoma and support services tailored to small businesses. Learn how to determine the right option for your needs and how to get started with the application process.
To learn more check out our loan options or give us a call at (800) 658-2823.

Grow Your Business with AI-Powered Tools by Google
2025-06-10 10:00 - 11:30 | Tulsa Technology Center, 3638 S. Memorial, TR2, Tulsa, OK, 74145, United States
We are excited to announce this IN PERSON ONLY collaboration between Google & OKSBDC.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is a powerful technology that can help simplify business tasks and create new opportunities for small businesses and entrepreneurs – but knowing how to use it may seem out of reach. Developed with input from experts at Google, this workshop will explain the basics of AI and how AI-powered tools by Google can help small businesses be more efficient, enhance customer experiences, and drive growth.
This class will be taught be a Certified Google AI Instructor. This presenter will be prepared to answer questions by attendees. Those attending will also have the opportunity to connect with an SBDC Advisor after this presentation and discuss their AI business needs. Spaces are limited, so get registered and mark your calendar for an exciting day of AI learning.
Speaker(s): Keisha Mabry Haymore Certified AI Google Expert
Co-Sponsor(s): Tulsa Technology Center
Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Language assistance services are available for limited English proficient individuals with appropriate advance notice. Please contact OKSBDC Training Manager Cindy Ruminer by email at cindy.ruminer@oksbdc.org or call 580-745-2877.
All SBDC programs and services are extended to the public on a non-discriminatory basis. “Funded in part through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. All opinions, conclusions, and/or recommendations expressed herein are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the SBA.”

Leveraging AI and ChatGPT In Digital Marketing
2025-06-10 12:00 - 13:00 | ONLINE
Throughout this webinar, participants will learn:
1. The fundamentals of AI and the GPT-4 model
2. The role of AI and ChatGPT in digital marketing
3. Practical applications of AI and ChatGPT
4. Implementation Strategies
Whether you’re a digital marketer looking to optimize your strategies, a business owner seeking to enhance customer interactions, or an AI enthusiast wanting to understand the practical implications of GPT-4 in marketing, this webinar provides a platform to equip you with the knowledge and skills to stay at the forefront of the digital marketing revolution.
Join us to navigate the AI-powered digital landscape and unleash the full potential of your marketing strategies. Discover the transformative power of AI and ChatGPT in digital marketing, and start reaping the rewards of this technological revolution today!

How To Create A Marketing Plan For Your Small Business
2025-06-10 13:00 - 14:30 | ONLINE
In this webinar, you will learn how to create a marketing plan that aligns your business goals with your marketing activities. We will discuss how an effective marketing plan ensures that your marketing efforts work towards a common objective and helps you allocate resources efficiently.
Our expert presenter will guide you through each step of developing a marketing plan designed to help you reach your target market, build brand awareness, and grow your business.
A well-executed marketing plan will help you:

Define your business strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats
Set goals for marketing your business
Define your target audience
Create your Unique Selling Proposition based on competitor analysis
Measure and optimize your marketing efforts
Define your brand with proper visuals and messaging
Determine the tools you will need to execute your marketing plan

Linkedin Business Boost: Enhancing Visibility and Connections for Success
2025-06-11 10:00 - 11:00 | ONLINE
Join us to discover strategic approaches to amplify your LinkedIn presence. This session, led by Roni, will provide practical insights into leveraging LinkedIn’s platform to enhance your business’s visibility and expand your professional network. Learn how to optimize your profile, utilize LinkedIn’s advanced features for content sharing, and engage effectively with your connections. Gain tips on using LinkedIn analytics to track engagement and refine your outreach strategies. This webinar is perfect for business owners, marketers, and professionals at any level of expertise who are looking to maximize their impact on LinkedIn and forge meaningful connections.
This webinar is not sponsored, endorsed, or administered by, or associated with, LinkedIn.

Increase Sales with Google Tools
2025-06-11 11:00 - 12:00 | ONLINE
Learn how to promote your products online using Google tools. We’ll show how local brick-and-mortar businesses can list products on a Google Business Profile. We’ll also cover Google Merchant Center, a no-cost tool that allows both e-commerce and brick-and-mortar businesses to create free Product Listings on Google. In this session we’ll show you how to: Highlight products on your Google Business Profile Use Pointy to promote in-store inventory with your point of sale system Use Google Merchant Center to showcase in-store and online product inventory
Speaker(s): Maria Elena Duron
Google Expert Trainer
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.”

Retirement Plans for Small Business Owners
2025-06-11 13:00 - 14:00 | ONLINE
This workshop is to help small business owners design and set up the proper business retirement plans for themselves and their employees to achieve retirement saving goals. This can be part of your benefit packages you can offer to attract, retain your key employees and be compatible among your peers.
You will learn or check in the following areas:
1. General concepts for retirement planning
2. Type of IRAs business can set up
3. Type of defined contribution plans like 401k and 403b, profit sharing, safe harbor and solo 401k, etc.
4. Type of Defined benefit plan like: cash balance pension plan
