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SUMMARY:BUSINESS START UP
DESCRIPTION:Topic: Start-up Assistance\n\nIt’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. \nSpeaker(s): Jonathan Wynn\, SBDC Business Advisor \nReasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Language assistance services are available for limited English proficient individuals with appropriate advance notice. Please contact OKSBDC Training Manager Cindy Ruminer by email at cindy.ruminer@oksbdc.org or call 580-745-2877. \n\n  \nFee: No Cost
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/business-start-up
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220211T120000
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SUMMARY:America's SBDC Oklahoma: Business Start Up
DESCRIPTION:Topic: Start-up Assistance \nIt’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. \nSpeaker(s): Jonathan Wynn\, SBDC Business Advisor \nReasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Language assistance services are available for limited English proficient individuals with appropriate advance notice. Please contact OKSBDC Training Manager Cindy Ruminer by email at cindy.ruminer@oksbdc.org or call 580-745-2877.
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/americas-sbdc-oklahoma-business-start-up
LOCATION:ONLINE
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220215T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131515
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LAST-MODIFIED:20220112T180722Z
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SUMMARY:BUDGETING AND PROJECTIONS MADE SIMPLE
DESCRIPTION:Topic: Business Accounting and Budget\n\nHOSTED BY OKSBDC. Learn the basics of creating a budget which outlines your projected revenue\, cost of goods sold\, and projected expenses for the coming year. This workshop will help you understand how to create and set prices for products made\, services provided\, and items purchased to sell. Develop a clear understanding of what your weekly\, monthly\, and annual expenses are\, and what you need to make to cover them. This class will empower you to control the finances of your business\, allowing you to make the best decisions possible to enhance the growth of your business. \nSpeaker(s): Sara Orellana-Paape\, 3Raptor Consulting \nReasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Language assistance services are available for limited English proficient individuals with appropriate advance notice. Please contact OKSBDC Training Manager Cindy Ruminer by email at cindy.ruminer@oksbdc.org or call 580-745-2877. \n\n  \nFee: No Cost
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/budgeting-and-projections-made-simple
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220217T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220217T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131515
CREATED:20220112T180111Z
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SUMMARY:BUSINESS SMART WORKSHOP
DESCRIPTION:Topic: Start-up Assistance\n\nHosted by: Oklahoma SBDC The Business Smart workshop will be covering specific topics including market feasibility\, writing a business plan\, legal structure\, funding sources and processes\, as well as business registration. This workshop will also go over some of the critical websites most business owners will register on and access. Attendees will have a better understanding of initial steps to starting their business. \nSpeaker(s): OKSBDC Advisor Stephen Knight \nReasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Language assistance services are available for limited English proficient individuals with appropriate advance notice. Please contact OKSBDC Training Manager Cindy Ruminer by email at cindy.ruminer@oksbdc.org or call 580-745-2877. \n\n  \nFee: No Cost
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/business-smart-workshop-6
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220222T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220222T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131515
CREATED:20220114T150834Z
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SUMMARY:SMALL BUSINESS PANEL DISCUSSION
DESCRIPTION:This event will feature several Potawatomi small business owners as they talk about process a small business owners as they talk about process of starting a small business and how they deal with the added challenges of the current pandemic. \nSmall businesses play an important part in any healthy tribal economy. Trainings are free\, but registration is required.
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/small-business-panel-discussion
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220223T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220223T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131515
CREATED:20220112T180404Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220112T180404Z
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SUMMARY:USE YOUTUBE TO GROW YOUR BUSINESS
DESCRIPTION:Topic: Marketing and Sales\n\nHave you wanted to learn more about YouTube and how it can help you grow your business? If so\, mark your calendars and take some time to join us as Maria Elena Duron\, Google Trainer/Digital Coach helps you learn how to use YouTube and the power of video to promote your business or brand. Attendees will have the chance to ask questions and get a copy of the presentation used by this Google Expert. \nSpeaker(s): Maria Elena Duron Grow with Google Trainer/Digital Coach \nCo-Sponsor(s): Oklahoma SBDC \nReasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Language assistance services are available for limited English proficient individuals with appropriate advance notice. Please contact OKSBDC Training Manager Cindy Ruminer by email at cindy.ruminer@oksbdc.org or call 580-745-2877. \n\n  \nFee: No Cost
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/use-youtube-to-grow-your-business
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220323T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220323T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131515
CREATED:20220322T182003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220322T182003Z
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SUMMARY:Virtual: Make Better Business Decisions with Analytics
DESCRIPTION:Learn best practices and analyze trends about how customers engage with your business online\, then turn these insights into well-informed\, actionable decisions. \nIn this session we’ll cover: \n\nAn introduction to Google Analytics\nCreating and understanding reports\nMaking goals\nUsing Analytics with other Google tools\n\nPresenter: Maria Elena Duron\, Grow With Google Professional Trainer \nThis workshop is provided by Grow With Google and REI Women’s Business Center. \nFunded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. WBC and 7j programs and services are provided on a nondiscriminatory basis. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities and language assistance services for clients with limited English proficiency will be provided if requested at least two weeks in advance. Contact Lori Smith\, WBC Assistant at PO Box 1335\, Durant\, OK 74702 or call 800-658-2823.
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/virtual-make-better-business-decisions-with-analytics
LOCATION:ONLINE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220323T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220323T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131515
CREATED:20220322T182223Z
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SUMMARY:Virtual: Reach Customers Online with Google
DESCRIPTION:Learn how your business can be found online with Google. This workshop explains how Google Search works and how you can improve a website’s visibility with Search Engine Optimization (SEO). The session also introduces products like Google My Business\, Google Trends\, Search Console\, Google Analytics\, Google Ads\, and more. \nIn this workshop\, we’ll: \n\nImproving your website’s visibility in Google’s organic search results\, on all devices\nCreating a free Google My Business listing\nAdvertising your business on Google\n\nPresenter: Maria Elena Duron\, Grow With Google Professional Trainer \nThis workshop is provided by Grow With Google and REI  Women’s Business Center. \nFunded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. WBC and 7j programs and services are provided on a nondiscriminatory basis. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities and language assistance services for clients with limited English proficiency will be provided if requested at least two weeks in advance. Contact Lori Smith\, WBC Assistant at PO Box 1335\, Durant\, OK 74702 or call 800-658-2823.
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/virtual-reach-customers-online-with-google
LOCATION:ONLINE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220324T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220324T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131515
CREATED:20220322T182456Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220322T182456Z
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SUMMARY:Virtual Training: Understanding SBA's Woman-Owned Certification
DESCRIPTION:WHAT IS A WOMAN-OWNED BUSINESS CERTIFICATION\, AND HOW DO I GET ONE? \nIf you’re a woman and you own a small business\, there are contracting opportunities set-aside by different government\, tribal\, public\, and private organizations to increase diversity among contractors. You’ll first need to become certified as a woman-owned small business. The WOSB program through the SBA certifies businesses that are run by women who have 51% ownership or more of the company. \nJoin us to learn all the benefits and eligibility requirements of the certification\, and how you can get started on your WOSB journey. \nPresenter: Jennifer Edwards\, REI Women’s Business Center Program Manager \nThis workshop is provided by REI Women’s Business Center. \nSBA Cooperative Agreement contract 7j – 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. All SBA-funded projects are extended to the public on a nondiscriminatory basis.
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/virtual-training-understanding-sbas-woman-owned-certification
LOCATION:ONLINE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220324T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220324T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131515
CREATED:20220322T182624Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220322T182624Z
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SUMMARY:Virtual Meeting: Preparing To Fund Your Business
DESCRIPTION:Understanding your business idea inside and out is one factor when starting a business. Another factor\, that must be considered is if financing will be necessary to start or continue to grow your business.  This workshop with REI Business Lending Loan Officer\, Haley Ragan will go into the details of the 5 C’s of Credit\, understanding your financial statements\, knowing general information a lender will look for\, and the financing options that are available through REI Business Lending. \nIn this workshop we will focus on: \n\nThe 5 C’s of Credit\nUnderstanding your financial statements\nKnowing what a lender looks for when financing a business loan\nFinancing options with REI\n\nPresenter: Haley Ragan\, REI Women’s Business Center \nThis workshop is provided by REI Women’s Business Center. \nSBA Cooperative Agreement contract 7j – 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. All SBA-funded projects are extended to the public on a nondiscriminatory basis.
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/virtual-meeting-preparing-to-fund-your-business
LOCATION:ONLINE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220329T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220329T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131515
CREATED:20220328T192414Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220328T192414Z
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SUMMARY:Microsoft Excel
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to make spreadsheets\, tables\, charts\, and more! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \nMicrosoft Excel is the premier computer program for building data sheets and useful tables quickly and easily. Come to the Library to get this powerful tool into your personal toolbox! \nIn the first day of this three-day series\, participants will create a simple worksheet and learn some basic formatting options. \nIn the second day\, participants will build on skills learned in their first day by learning to edit a worksheet\, working with Autoformat and Autocomplete\, and being introduced to functions and formulas. \nIn the third day\, participants will learn to use formulas and charting. \nSome computer skills are needed for this series. \nRegistration is requested. Register above\, at the library\, or by calling at (405) 701-2613
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/microsoft-excel
LOCATION:Norman Central Library-Tech Room\, 103 West Acres Street\, Norman\, 73069\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220405T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220405T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131515
CREATED:20220322T182814Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220328T153925Z
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SUMMARY:Virtual Event: Business Basics- Operations Management
DESCRIPTION:To start your own business you need to know the questions to ask\, location and structure types\, how to register in Oklahoma\, preparation of the business plan\, understanding business financials\, and the steps to getting financed.  Federal\, state\, and local resources will also be discussed in this session.  This seminar is a broad overview of the different areas to consider when starting a new business.  There will be plenty of time allotted to ask questions of the instructors and business experts. \nThis workship is provided by Better Business Bureau\, Axis Powered by Francis Tuttle\, Moore Norman Technology Center\, and REI Women’s Business Center. \nSBA Cooperative Agreement contract 7j – 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. All SBA-funded projects are extended to the public on a nondiscriminatory basis
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/virtual-event-operations
LOCATION:ONLINE
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220406T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220406T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131515
CREATED:20220328T154238Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220328T154238Z
UID:2640-1649239200-1649246400@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Training: Using Pinterest For Business
DESCRIPTION:Do you want to learn how to market yourself and your business on Pinterest? Pinterest is a free social media platform that centers around images\, sharing\, and purchasing. In this workshop we will discuss how to create a business account or convert your existing account\, build a board\, pin content\, how to tell your story through imagery\, and more! \nPresenters: Sara Orellana-Paape\, 3Raptor Consulting \nThis workshop is provided by 3Raptor Consulting and REI Women’s Business Center. \nYou will be directed to PayPal to pay for registration. Refunds are not available for training workshops hosted in person or online. If you\, or your designee\, do not attend the workshop you signed up for\, the fee is non-refundable. If a workshop is postponed or rescheduled\, you will be notified by email about the opportunity to move your registration to the newly scheduled date. \nChoctaw Tribal Members who own a business in or reside in the 10½ Choctaw Counties may be eligible for a Choctaw Small Business Development Scholarship to pay for this training workshop. To qualify for the Choctaw Business Training Scholarship\, please contact Natalie Gilliam\, ngilliam@choctawnation.com and 580-924-8280 ex. 4242 to provide your date of birth for Choctaw Tribal Membership verification purposes. Upon verification\, you will be notified. \nFunded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. WBC and 7j programs and services are provided on a nondiscriminatory basis. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities and language assistance services for clients with limited English proficiency will be provided if requested at least two weeks in advance. Contact Lori Smith\, WBC Assistant at PO Box 1335\, Durant\, OK 74702 or call 800-658-2823.
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/virtual-training-using-pinterest-for-business
LOCATION:ONLINE
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220407T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220407T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131515
CREATED:20220328T154435Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220328T154435Z
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SUMMARY:OKC Women’s Business Breakfast
DESCRIPTION:The OKC Women’s Business Breakfast is a monthly networking and business-building event. This opportunity enables you to interact with other women in business and potential customers\, build your network\, and market your business! \nEach 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.
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/okc-womens-business-breakfast-15
LOCATION:REI OKC Conference Center\, 218 East Main Street\, Oklahoma City\, OK\, 73104\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220408T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220408T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131515
CREATED:20220328T190349Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220328T190349Z
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SUMMARY:BUSINESS START UP
DESCRIPTION:Topic: Start-up Assistance\n\nIt’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. \nSpeaker(s): Jonathan Wynn\, SBDC Business Advisor \nReasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Language assistance services are available for limited English proficient individuals with appropriate advance notice. Please contact OKSBDC Training Manager Cindy Ruminer by email at cindy.ruminer@oksbdc.org or call 580-745-2877.
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/business-start-up-2
LOCATION:ONLINE
ORGANIZER;CN="OKSBDC":MAILTO:cindy.ruminer@oksbdc.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220412T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220412T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131515
CREATED:20220328T154930Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220328T154930Z
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SUMMARY:Virtual Training: Microsoft Word: How to Create & Simplify Documents
DESCRIPTION: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. \nTopics to be discussed: \n\nFormatting with styles\nApplying a new theme\nCreating your own templates\n\nWe’ll have plenty of time for Q&A with the presenter at the end of the session! \nPresenter: Chris Hennes\, Pioneer Library System \nThis 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. \nFunded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. WBC and 7j programs and services are provided on a nondiscriminatory basis. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities and language assistance services for clients with limited English proficiency will be provided if requested at least two weeks in advance. Contact Lori Smith\, WBC Assistant at PO Box 1335\, Durant\, OK 74702 or call 800-658-2823.
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/virtual-training-microsoft-word-how-to-create-simplify-documents
LOCATION:ONLINE
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220413T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220413T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131515
CREATED:20220413T191656Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220413T191656Z
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SUMMARY:LEARN THE BASICS OF GOOGLE ADS
DESCRIPTION:Topic: Marketing and Sales\n\nIf you want to learn more about reaching customers and growing your small business with Google Ads\, please mark your calendars and take time to join us as Maria Elena Duron\, Google Trainer/Digital Coach teaches you how to create an account and set up an ad campaign\, how to write great ads\, refine keywords\, how to include ad extensions and how to measure your success. Attendees will receive a copy of the presentation with helpful tips. \nSpeaker(s): Maria Elena Duron Grow with Google Trainer/Digital Coach \nCo-Sponsor(s): Oklahoma SBDC \nReasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Language assistance services are available for limited English proficient individuals with appropriate advance notice. Please contact OKSBDC Training Manager Cindy Ruminer by email at cindy.ruminer@oksbdc.org or call 580-745-2877. \n\n  \nFee: No Cost
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/learn-the-basics-of-google-ads-3
LOCATION:ONLINE
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220414T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220414T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131515
CREATED:20220328T155347Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220328T161125Z
UID:2649-1649926800-1649934000@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Training: Microsoft Word: How to Create & Simplify Documents
DESCRIPTION: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. \nTopics to be discussed: \n\nFormatting with styles\nApplying a new theme\nCreating your own templates\n\nWe’ll have plenty of time for Q&A with the presenter at the end of the session! \nPresenter: Chris Hennes\, Pioneer Library System \nThis 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. \nFunded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. WBC and 7j programs and services are provided on a nondiscriminatory basis. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities and language assistance services for clients with limited English proficiency will be provided if requested at least two weeks in advance. Contact Lori Smith\, WBC Assistant at PO Box 1335\, Durant\, OK 74702 or call 800-658-2823.
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/virtual-training-microsoft-word-how-to-create-simplify-documents-2
LOCATION:ONLINE
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220414T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220414T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131515
CREATED:20220328T161548Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220328T161548Z
UID:2652-1649944800-1649948400@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Training: Get Your Local Business on Google Search & Maps
DESCRIPTION:Showing up when customers are searching online is more important than ever. Ensure customers can find accurate\, updated information about your local business on Google Search and Google Maps\, no matter which device they use. In this workshop\, you will learn how to create and manage a Google Business Profile from start to finish. \nIn this session we’ll show you how to:\nCreate or claim your Google Business Profile\nManage your business info across Google Search and Maps\nUse your Business Profile to connect with potential customers \nPresenter: Maria Elena Duron\, Grow With Google Professional Trainer \nThis workshop is provided by Grow With Google and REI Women’s Business Center. \nFunded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. WBC and 7j programs and services are provided on a nondiscriminatory basis. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities and language assistance services for clients with limited English proficiency will be provided if requested at least two weeks in advance. Contact Lori Smith\, WBC Assistant at PO Box 1335\, Durant\, OK 74702 or call 800-658-2823.
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/virtual-training-get-your-local-business-on-google-search-maps
LOCATION:ONLINE
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220419T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220419T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131515
CREATED:20220328T162632Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220328T162632Z
UID:2654-1650362400-1650367800@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Training: Microsoft Word: Mail Merge & Advanced Formatting
DESCRIPTION: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. \nTopics to be discussed: \n\nMail merge\nWorking with images\nAdvanced formatting\n\nWe’ll have plenty of time for Q&A with the presenter at the end of the session! \nPresenter: Chris Hennes\, Pioneer Library System \nThis 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. \nFunded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. WBC and 7j programs and services are provided on a nondiscriminatory basis. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities and language assistance services for clients with limited English proficiency will be provided if requested at least two weeks in advance. Contact Lori Smith\, WBC Assistant at PO Box 1335\, Durant\, OK 74702 or call 800-658-2823.
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/virtual-training-microsoft-word-mail-merge-advanced-formatting
LOCATION:ONLINE
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220420T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220420T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131515
CREATED:20220413T161628Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220413T161628Z
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SUMMARY:LEARN THE BASICS OF GOOGLE ADS
DESCRIPTION:Topic: Marketing and Sales\n\nIf you want to learn more about reaching customers and growing your small business with Google Ads\, please mark your calendars and take time to join us as Maria Elena Duron\, Google Trainer/Digital Coach teaches you how to create an account and set up an ad campaign\, how to write great ads\, refine keywords\, how to include ad extensions and how to measure your success. Attendees will receive a copy of the presentation with helpful tips. \nSpeaker(s): Maria Elena Duron Grow with Google Trainer/Digital Coach \nCo-Sponsor(s): Oklahoma SBDC \nReasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Language assistance services are available for limited English proficient individuals with appropriate advance notice. Please contact OKSBDC Training Manager Cindy Ruminer by email at cindy.ruminer@oksbdc.org or call 580-745-2877.
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/learn-the-basics-of-google-ads-2
LOCATION:ONLINE
ORGANIZER;CN="Oklahoma Small Business Development Centers":MAILTO:INFO@OKSBDC.COM
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220421T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220421T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131515
CREATED:20220328T163257Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220328T163257Z
UID:2662-1650531600-1650556800@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:Comprehensive QuickBooks Desktop - Lawton
DESCRIPTION:This hands-on comprehensive workshop will help you understand how accounting software can save you vital time and effort in organizing your business finances. Participants will learn how to set up a chart of accounts\, pay bills\, invoice customers\, reconcile bank accounts\, review the financial reports available and more. Accurate bookkeeping is essential to producing timely financial statements that reflect your company’s financial strengths\, thus facilitating the success of your business. A basic understanding QuickBooks Desktop is a prerequisite to this very exciting course. Attendees will enter information on provided laptops using practice sets and have the opportunity to ask questions and receive guidance. \nLunch and handouts will be provided. \nMJ Brienen\, Certified QuickBooks Pro Advisor\, 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. \nThis workshop is provided by REI Women’s Business Center. \nFunded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. WBC and 7j programs and services are provided on a nondiscriminatory basis. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities and language assistance services for clients with limited English proficiency will be provided if requested at least two weeks in advance. Contact Lori Smith\, WBC Assistant at PO Box 1335\, Durant\, OK 74702 or call 800-658-2823.
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/comprehensive-quickbooks-desktop-lawton
LOCATION:Great Plains Business Development Center\, 1601 SW Park Ridge Blvd\, McMahon Lecture\, Lawton\, OK\, 73505\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220421T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220421T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131515
CREATED:20220405T185513Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220405T185513Z
UID:2730-1650535200-1650538800@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:Contract Bonds and Surety Bond Guarantee Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Limited or no bonding experience?\nDifficulty qualifying for bonding?\nWant to increase your bond limits?\nLearn how to obtain contract bonds up to $10 million!
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/contract-bonds-and-surety-bond-guarantee-webinar
LOCATION:ONLINE
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220421T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220421T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131515
CREATED:20220328T190559Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220328T190559Z
UID:2712-1650538800-1650542400@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:BUSINESS SMART WORKSHOP
DESCRIPTION: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:\nMarket Feasibility\nKey sections of a business plan\nFactors to consider when determining legal structure\nWhere to find funding\nKey resources for your business \nThe 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. \nSpeaker(s): OKSBDC Advisor\nStephen Knight \nReasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Language assistance services are available for limited English proficient individuals with appropriate advance notice. Please contact OKSBDC Training Manager Cindy Ruminer by email at cindy.ruminer@oksbdc.org or call 580-745-2877.
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/business-smart-workshop-7
LOCATION:ONLINE
ORGANIZER;CN="Oklahoma Small Business Development Centers":MAILTO:INFO@OKSBDC.COM
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220426T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220426T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131515
CREATED:20220328T163509Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220328T163509Z
UID:2664-1650967200-1650972600@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Training: Microsoft Word: Leveraging Workflow Tools
DESCRIPTION: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. \nTopics to be discussed: \n\nReviewing documents\nTrack changes\nReferences and citations\n\nWe’ll have plenty of time for Q&A with the presenter at the end of the session! \nPresenter: Chris Hennes\, Pioneer Library System \nThis 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. \nFunded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. WBC and 7j programs and services are provided on a nondiscriminatory basis. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities and language assistance services for clients with limited English proficiency will be provided if requested at least two weeks in advance. Contact Lori Smith\, WBC Assistant at PO Box 1335\, Durant\, OK 74702 or call 800-658-2823.
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/virtual-training-microsoft-word-leveraging-workflow-tools
LOCATION:ONLINE
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220428T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220428T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131515
CREATED:20220328T163714Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220328T163714Z
UID:2666-1651140000-1651143600@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Training: Understanding SBA's Woman-Owned Certification
DESCRIPTION:WHAT IS A WOMAN-OWNED BUSINESS CERTIFICATION\, AND HOW DO I GET ONE? \nIf you’re a woman and you own a small business\, there are contracting opportunities set-aside by different government\, tribal\, public\, and private organizations to increase diversity among contractors. You’ll first need to become certified as a woman-owned small business. The WOSB program through the SBA certifies businesses that are run by women who have 51% ownership or more of the company. \nJoin us to learn all the benefits and eligibility requirements of the certification\, and how you can get started on your WOSB journey. \nPresenter: Jennifer Edwards\, REI Women’s Business Center Program Manager \nThis workshop is provided by REI Women’s Business Center. \nSBA Cooperative Agreement contract 7j – 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. All SBA-funded projects are extended to the public on a nondiscriminatory basis.
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/virtual-training-understanding-sbas-woman-owned-certification-2
LOCATION:ONLINE
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220503T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220503T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131515
CREATED:20220328T164804Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220328T164804Z
UID:2668-1651568400-1651575600@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Event: Marketing and Sales
DESCRIPTION:To start your own business you need to know the questions to ask\, location and structure types\, how to register in Oklahoma\, preparation of the business plan\, understanding business financials\, and the steps to getting financed.  Federal\, state\, and local resources will also be discussed in this session.  This seminar is a broad overview of the different areas to consider when starting a new business.  There will be plenty of time allotted to ask questions of the instructors and business experts. \nThis workship is provided by Better Business Bureau\, Axis Powered by Francis Tuttle\, Moore Norman Technology Center\, and REI Women’s Business Center. \nSBA Cooperative Agreement contract 7j – 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. All SBA-funded projects are extended to the public on a nondiscriminatory basis \n\n\n\nPrice: $0.00
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/virtual-event-marketing-and-sales
LOCATION:ONLINE
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220510T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220510T000000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131515
CREATED:20220413T190927Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220413T190927Z
UID:2739-1652140800-1652140800@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:Let's Talk Money with Sonya McDaniel
DESCRIPTION:Join us over zoom! \nSonya McDaniel will give us tips to making your budget work in this quick Lunch and Learn! \nSonya is the Pottawatomie County OSU Extension Educator for Family and Consumer Science. \nIn partnership with Citizen Potawatomi Community Development Corporation. \nPlease register so we can send you the link by emailing angela.franklin@cpcdc.org \nor by calling Angie at 405-878-4697. \n 
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/lets-talk-money-with-sonya-mcdaniel
LOCATION:ONLINE
ORGANIZER;CN="Citizen Potawatomi Community Development Corporation":MAILTO:info@cpcdc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220510T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220510T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131515
CREATED:20220328T165233Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220328T165233Z
UID:2672-1652176800-1652180400@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Training: Getting Started with Microsoft PowerPoint
DESCRIPTION:Microsoft PowerPoint is a business essential. It allows you to create\, edit\, present\, and share presentations. We will show you how to make attractive and effective presentations using basic PowerPoint tools like themes and transitions that will make an impact and engage your audience. There will also be plenty of time for Q&A. \nTopics to be discussed: \n\nUsing themes\nBasic slide creation\nEmbedding and linking to video\nTransitions\n\nPresenter: Chris Hennes\, Pioneer Library System \nThis 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. \nFunded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. WBC and 7j programs and services are provided on a nondiscriminatory basis. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities and language assistance services for clients with limited English proficiency will be provided if requested at least two weeks in advance. Contact Lori Smith\, WBC Assistant at PO Box 1335\, Durant\, OK 74702 or call 800-658-2823.
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/virtual-training-getting-started-with-microsoft-powerpoint
LOCATION:ONLINE
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220512T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220512T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131515
CREATED:20220328T165623Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220328T165623Z
UID:2674-1652346000-1652353200@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Event: Business Basics
DESCRIPTION:To start your own business you need to know the questions to ask\, location and structure types\, how to register in Oklahoma\, preparation of the business plan\, understanding business financials\, and the steps to getting financed.  Federal\, state\, and local resources will also be discussed in this session.  This seminar is a broad overview of the different areas to consider when starting a new business.  There will be plenty of time allotted to ask questions of the instructors and business experts. \nThis workship is provided by Better Business Bureau\, Axis Powered by Francis Tuttle\, Moore Norman Technology Center\, and REI Women’s Business Center. \nSBA Cooperative Agreement contract 7j – 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. All SBA-funded projects are extended to the public on a nondiscriminatory basis
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/virtual-event-business-basics
LOCATION:ONLINE
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