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SUMMARY:ESTABLISH A PROFESSIONAL DOMAIN\, WEBSITE AND EMAIL
DESCRIPTION:Topic: Marketing and Sales\n\nThis is a collaborated event between OKSBDC and Google If you’re curious about bringing your existing business online\, or you’re just starting a business and want to know where to begin\, it all starts with a domain: your online address and home on the web. In this session we will cover: • The benefits of owning a domain • Helpful web terms to know • How to get the most out of your domain Attendees will have the chance to get their questions by a certified Google Trainer and will receive a copy of the presentation. \nSpeaker(s): Maria Elena Duron Grow with Google Trainer & Digital Coach \nCo-Sponsor(s): \nReasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Language assistance services are available for limited English proficient individuals with appropriate advance notice. Please contact OKSBDC Training Manager Cindy Ruminer by email at cindy.ruminer@oksbdc.org or call 580-745-2877. All SBDC programs and services are extended to the public on a non-discriminatory basis. “Funded in part through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. All opinions\, conclusions\, and/or recommendations expressed herein are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the SBA.”
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/establish-a-professional-domain-website-and-email
LOCATION:ONLINE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230602T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230602T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180650
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SUMMARY:DIY Video Marketing
DESCRIPTION:Learn to create your own video marketing program for your business or non-profit.  In this session\, you’ll learn about the volume of video being consumed online as well as essential tips and tools for producing and editing your own videos. We’ll even share topic ideas and how to incorporate video into your other marketing strategies. \nThis session is perfect for those new to business and those with established businesses who are looking to integrate video into their marketing efforts. \nPresenter: Stephen Koranda\, CDME\, CTA\, is a 20+year marketing professional. Koranda is Principal and Sr. Consultant for Back To You Marketing\, a marketing agency and tourism consultancy firm based in Norman\, Oklahoma\, that counsels small businesses on their marketing initiatives to grow their business. Koranda speaks regularly on marketing\, sales\, social media\, email marketing\, and customer service. Koranda is the Authorized Local Expert for Constant Contact\, the email service provider and marketing toolkit. \nThis workshop is provided by Back to You Marketing\, Pioneer Library System\, 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. \nFunded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. WBC and 7j programs and services are provided on a nondiscriminatory basis. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities and language assistance services for clients with limited English proficiency will be provided if requested at least two weeks in advance. Contact Lori Smith\, WBC Assistant at PO Box 1335\, Durant\, OK 74702 or call 800-658-2823. \n\n\n\nPrice: $0.00
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/diy-video-marketing-2
LOCATION:REI OKC Conference Center\, 218 East Main Street\, Oklahoma City\, OK\, 73104\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230607T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230607T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180650
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SUMMARY:Virtual: Microsoft Excel: Data Entry and Formatting
DESCRIPTION:Online \nOnline Meeting\nMap and Directions \nDate/Time: \nJune 7th\, 2023\n10:00 am\n11:30 am \n\n\nThis session introduces beginners to the basics of working with spreadsheets in Microsoft Excel. We’ll cover basic terminology\, strategies for efficient data entry\, and simple spreadsheet formatting for improved use of your data.  The presenter will create a simple worksheet and show some basic formatting options so participants can learn from a live demonstration. \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-microsoft-excel-data-entry-and-formatting
LOCATION:ONLINE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230608T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230608T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180650
CREATED:20230518T205024Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T205024Z
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SUMMARY:Virtual: Launch Your Business with Customer Focused Marketing
DESCRIPTION:As a new entrepreneur\, you’ll need more than good products or services to grow your business. It’s also important to have strong customer-focused marketing strategies to reach your audience and turn them into loyal customers. \nIn this workshop\, Grow with Google Trainer\, Maria Elena Duron will show you how to:\nCreate a compelling brand\nDefine your audience Convert customers\nBuild loyalty and advocacy \nFunded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. WBC and 7j programs and services are provided on a nondiscriminatory basis. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities and language assistance services for clients with limited English proficiency will be provided if requested at least two weeks in advance. Contact Lori Smith\, WBC Assistant at PO Box 1335\, Durant\, OK 74702 or call 800-658-2823. \n\n\n\nPrice: $0.00
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/virtual-launch-your-business-with-customer-focused-marketing
LOCATION:ONLINE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230608T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230608T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180650
CREATED:20230518T205211Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T205211Z
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SUMMARY:Virtual: Maximizing Credit
DESCRIPTION:How is credit scored? Why does my credit score matter? Learn what steps to take for obtaining credit\, using it wisely and the impact money management has on your future credit standing. \nThis workshop is provided by Tinker Federal Credit Union\, Pioneer Library System\, 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. \n\n\n\nPrice: $0.00
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/virtual-maximizing-credit
LOCATION:ONLINE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230609T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230609T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180650
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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): Oklahoma SBDC Business Advisor \nCo-Sponsor(s): \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. Funded in part through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. All opinions\, conclusions\, and/or recommendations expressed herein are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the SBA.
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/business-start-up-13
LOCATION:ONLINE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230614T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230614T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180650
CREATED:20230215T205053Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230215T205053Z
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SUMMARY:Virtual: Microsoft Excel: Introduction to Formulas & Functions
DESCRIPTION:Online \nOnline Meeting\nMap and Directions \nDate/Time: \nJune 14th\, 2023\n10:00 am\n11:30 am \n\n\nThis session covers the basics of functions and formulas in Excel.  Participants will learn the keys to error-free formula entry\, how to edit a worksheet\, how to use functions like Sum and Average\, and working with Autoformat and Autocomplete. The presenter will also include tips for efficiently creating large sheets using the Autofill and Autosum features of Excel. \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-microsoft-excel-introduction-to-formulas-functions
LOCATION:ONLINE
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230615T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230615T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180650
CREATED:20230328T183002Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230328T183002Z
UID:3290-1686826800-1686830400@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:BUSINESS SMART WORKSHOP
DESCRIPTION:Topic: Start-up Assistance\n\nHosted by: Oklahoma SBDC If you’re looking to start a business and have questions on where to begin\, this workshop covers those first steps. Maybe you have a business idea and need to answer a few questions to give the idea more structure. Have you thought of a clever name\, registered your business\, or opened a bank account? Now what? In this workshop\, we will be covering the following topics: Market Feasibility Key sections of a business plan Factors to consider when determining legal structure Where to find funding Key resources for your business The goal of this workshop is to provide direction to new entrepreneurs and introduce you to the Oklahoma Small Business Development Center. Attendees will have a better understanding of initial steps to starting their business. \nSpeaker(s): OKSBDC Advisor Sandra Pierre OKSBDC Advisor Greg Jones \nCo-Sponsor(s): \nReasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Language assistance services are available for limited English proficient individuals with appropriate advance notice. Please contact OKSBDC Training Manager Cindy Ruminer by email at cindy.ruminer@oksbdc.org or call 580-745-2877. All SBDC programs and services are extended to the public on a non-discriminatory basis. “Funded in part through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. All opinions\, conclusions\, and/or recommendations expressed herein are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the SBA.”
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/business-smart-workshop-17
LOCATION:ONLINE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230615T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230615T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180650
CREATED:20230518T205405Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T205405Z
UID:3357-1686834000-1686837600@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:Virtual: Reviewing Credit Reports
DESCRIPTION:What can I learn from my credit report? Learn how to review your credit report yearly and how to make adjustments to your money management habits based on your report. \nThis workshop is provided by Tinker Federal Credit Union\, Pioneer Library System\, 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-reviewing-credit-reports
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230619T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230619T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180650
CREATED:20230613T155324Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230613T155324Z
UID:3368-1687179600-1687183200@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:Financing Readiness 1: Borrowing money from traditional lenders & the FSA
DESCRIPTION:This course is designed to build off of our “Understanding Debt + Equity” and help you take the next step towards debt readiness. What do traditional bank lenders and the USDA’s Farm Service Agency (FSA) want from you? What do you need to do to prepare yourself for conversations\, applications\, negotiations ? What’s up with business plans and financial records\, what do you actually need and what don’t you need? We talk to the experts at the Center for Farm Financial Management\, and the Administrator of the FSA himself to help you chart a course through perceived complications\, hurdles\, and surprising opportunities from these traditional outfits. We will visit with producers who have gone through the debt process themselves and learn from their experiences.
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/financing-readiness-1-borrowing-money-from-traditional-lenders-the-fsa
LOCATION:ONLINE
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230621T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230621T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180650
CREATED:20230215T205212Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230215T205212Z
UID:3227-1687341600-1687347000@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:Virtual: Microsoft Excel: Intermediate Formulas & Charting
DESCRIPTION:Online \nOnline Meeting\nMap and Directions \nDate/Time: \nJune 21st\, 2023\n10:00 am\n11:30 am \n\n\nThis session will cover useful techniques when working with formulas in Excel.  Participants will also learn the basics of using Excel to display their data visually using charts. \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-microsoft-excel-intermediate-formulas-charting
LOCATION:ONLINE
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230622T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230622T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180650
CREATED:20230328T183138Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230328T183138Z
UID:3292-1687431600-1687437000@cpcdc.org
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 \nCo-Sponsor(s): \nReasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Language assistance services are available for limited English proficient individuals with appropriate advance notice. Please contact OKSBDC Training Manager Cindy Ruminer by email at cindy.ruminer@oksbdc.org or call 580-745-2877. All SBDC programs and services are extended to the public on a non-discriminatory basis. “Funded in part through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. All opinions\, conclusions\, and/or recommendations expressed herein are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the SBA.”
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/budgeting-and-projections-made-simple-4
LOCATION:ONLINE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230623T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230623T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180650
CREATED:20230328T183317Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230328T183317Z
UID:3294-1687518000-1687523400@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:MASTERING AMAZON: STRATEGIES FOR USING MARKETPLACE TO GROW YOUR BUSINESS
DESCRIPTION:Topic: Marketing and Sales\n\nIf you are a small business owner and have been wanting to learn more about Amazon’s Marketplace Strategies to grow your business\, get registered for this virtual event! This will be an in-depth discussion\, delivered by a former Amazon Executive and SBDC Advisor. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to advance your business to the next level\, this is a must-attend for anyone trying to find success in the world of online retail. We will begin with providing an overview of Amazon as a business platform and will cover the following topics: * Setting Up Your Amazon Account * Optimizing Your Product Listings * Managing Your Amazon Inventory * Amazon Marketing Strategies * Creating Effective Product Ads * Enhancing Your Amazon Brand * Best Practices for Success on Amazon With the global reach and powerful tools of Amazon\, the sky’s the limit for what you can achieve. We will allow time for Q & A\, and attendees will receive a copy of the presentation with helpful handouts. \nSpeaker(s): Allen Dennis\, OKSBDC Business Development Specialist \nCo-Sponsor(s): \nReasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Language assistance services are available for limited English proficient individuals with appropriate advance notice. Please contact OKSBDC Training Manager Cindy Ruminer by email at cindy.ruminer@oksbdc.org or call 580-745-2877. All SBDC programs and services are extended to the public on a non-discriminatory basis. “Funded in part through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. All opinions\, conclusions\, and/or recommendations expressed herein are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the SBA.”
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/mastering-amazon-strategies-for-using-marketplace-to-grow-your-business
LOCATION:ONLINE
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230628T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230628T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180650
CREATED:20230215T205330Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230215T205330Z
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SUMMARY:Virtual: Microsoft Excel: Pivot Tables & Analyzing Your Data
DESCRIPTION:Online \nOnline Meeting\nMap and Directions \nDate/Time: \nJune 28th\, 2023\n10:00 am\n11:30 am \n\n\nThis session will introduce participants to working with and analyzing their data in Excel.  Specifically\, we’ll cover how to manage and analyze large amounts of information by working with Pivot Tables\, Conditional Formatting\, and Charting.  The presenter will also share some additional ways to work with data\, both on-screen and printed\, and will demonstrate other features that can assist in interpreting your data. \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-microsoft-excel-pivot-tables-analyzing-your-data
LOCATION:ONLINE
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230711T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230711T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180650
CREATED:20230629T171325Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230629T171325Z
UID:3371-1689075000-1689080400@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:Financial Focus: Credit Card Processing Debunked
DESCRIPTION:Credit Card Processing is often a daunting task for small business owners – where do you start? Who do you hire? How much does it cost? The goal is to assist the audience in debunking the mysteries behind credit card processing and educating you on how to make a good decision for your business. Lunch will be provided for those in-person. There is also a virtual Zoom option available. Please choose below.  \nPaige Garrett serves as a Merchant Service Relationship Advisor for Arvest Bank. She has over 12 years’ experience working with customers to evaluate and recommend payment option needs. Paige works hands on with the customers to help simplify the card acceptance process which in return increases the businesses competitive edge and bottom line. Arvest Merchant Services includes local service\, affordable purchase or lease options\, competitive pricing and more. \nThis workshop is provided by Arvest Bank\, Great Plains Technology Center\, Red River Technology Center\, Canadian Valley Technology Center\, and REI Women’s Business Center. \nOn-Site Information:\nGreat Plains Technology Center – Lawton\nGreat Plains Technology Center – Business Development Center\n1601 SW Park Ridge Blvd.\nLawton\, OK 73505 \n Presenters: \nPaige Garrett\, Arvest Bank \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/financial-focus-credit-card-processing-debunked
LOCATION:ONLINE
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230712T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230712T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180650
CREATED:20230629T171446Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230629T171446Z
UID:3373-1689152400-1689174000@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:Agriculture and Social Media Marketing
DESCRIPTION:MBSKOKE Fund Agricultural Business Training Series \nBreakfast and Lunch is provided.  This is a two day class \nRegisterhttp://www.mvskokefund.com \nFor more information\, JEBear@Muscogeenation.com or call 918-549-2608. \nEvent brought to you by: REI Women’s Business Center\, Native American Agriculture Fund\, Muscogee Nation and Mvskoke Fund.
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/agriculture-and-social-media-marketing
LOCATION:ONLINE
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230712T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230712T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180650
CREATED:20230629T171726Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230629T171726Z
UID:3376-1689152400-1689174000@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:Agriculture and Social Media Marketing
DESCRIPTION:  \nMBSKOKE Fund Agricultural Business Training Series \nBreakfast and Lunch is provided.  This is a two day class \nRegisterhttp://www.mvskokefund.com \nFor more information\, JEBear@Muscogeenation.com or call 918-549-2608. \nEvent brought to you by: REI Women’s Business Center\, Native American Agriculture Fund\, Muscogee Nation and Mvskoke Fund.
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/agriculture-and-social-media-marketing-2
LOCATION:ONLINE
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230713T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230713T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180650
CREATED:20230629T174446Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230629T174446Z
UID:3398-1689244200-1689249600@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:BUSINESS START UP
DESCRIPTION:  \n  \nTopic: 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): Oklahoma SBDC Business Advisor \nCo-Sponsor(s): \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. Funded in part through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. All opinions\, conclusions\, and/or recommendations expressed herein are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the SBA.
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/business-start-up-14
LOCATION:ONLINE
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230718T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230718T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180650
CREATED:20230629T172041Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230629T172041Z
UID:3379-1689688800-1689692400@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:Which Website Platform Works Best?
DESCRIPTION:You know you need a website\, but you’re not sure where to start. Which platform works best for my specific business? Wix\, WordPress\, Shopify? Do I need to hire a website developer? We’ll take you through your options and help you decide. There will be a virtual option to join.  \nOn-Site Information:\nChoctaw Small Business Chahtapreneur Coworking Center\n517 N. 16th Ave.\nDurant\, OK \nPresenter: Sash Johnson\, Choctaw Websites \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/which-website-platform-works-best
LOCATION:ONLINE
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230719T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230719T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180650
CREATED:20230629T172420Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230629T172420Z
UID:3381-1689771600-1689775200@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:Virtual: Psychology of Money
DESCRIPTION:Each person has a money personality that influences their spending and saving decisions. Learn how to recognize negative financial habits and attitudes\, and change them into productive ones. \nThis workshop is provided by Tinker Federal Credit Union\, Pioneer Library System\, REI Oklahoma\, 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-psychology-of-money
LOCATION:ONLINE
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230720T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230720T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180650
CREATED:20230629T172935Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230629T172935Z
UID:3383-1689840000-1689872400@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:Virtual: Financial Apps
DESCRIPTION:Today’s technology allows us to access our personal financial information anytime from the palm of our hand. Learn which apps are worth the download for money management\, budgeting\, credit score monitoring and financial goal setting. \nThis workshop is provided by Tinker Federal Credit Union\, Pioneer Library System\, REI Oklahoma\, 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-financial-apps
LOCATION:ONLINE
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230720T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230720T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180650
CREATED:20230629T174559Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230629T174559Z
UID:3400-1689850800-1689854400@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:BUSINESS SMART
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: Market Feasibility Key sections of a business plan Factors to consider when determining legal structure Where to find funding Key resources for your business The goal of this workshop is to provide direction to new entrepreneurs and introduce you to the Oklahoma Small Business Development Center. Attendees will have a better understanding of initial steps to starting their business. \nSpeaker(s): OKSBDC Advisor Sandra Pierre OKSBDC Advisor Greg Jones \nCo-Sponsor(s): \nReasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Language assistance services are available for limited English proficient individuals with appropriate advance notice. Please contact OKSBDC Training Manager Cindy Ruminer by email at cindy.ruminer@oksbdc.org or call 580-745-2877. All SBDC programs and services are extended to the public on a non-discriminatory basis. “Funded in part through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. All opinions\, conclusions\, and/or recommendations expressed herein are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the SBA.
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/business-smart
LOCATION:ONLINE
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230725T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230725T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180650
CREATED:20230629T174734Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230629T174734Z
UID:3402-1690282800-1690286400@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:MARKETING MASTERCLASS - GETTING CUSTOMERS: MARKET IN MOMENTS PART 1
DESCRIPTION:  \n  \n  \nCustomer-Focused Marketing Masterclass: Part 1 Getting Customers: Market in Moments Join us for this informative virtual event designed to empower entrepreneurs and business owners with the essential skills needed to thrive in today’s fast-paced digital landscape. In this two-part training\, our industry expert will guide you through a transformative session\, equipping you with the knowledge and strategies to effectively identify\, engage\, and convert your target audience. Some key takeaways from attending this training will be: Identifying Your Target Audience\, Engaging Your Target Audience and Website Optimization for Search Engines. With the knowledge and skills gained from this program\, businesses can build a strong and successful online presence. Attendees will receive a copy of presentation and will have the chance to get their questions answered. \nSpeaker(s): Maria Elena Duron Certified Google Trainer and Social Media Expert \nCo-Sponsor(s): \nReasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Language assistance services are available for limited English proficient individuals with appropriate advance notice. Please contact OKSBDC Training Manager Cindy Ruminer by email at cindy.ruminer@oksbdc.org or call 580-745-2877. All SBDC programs and services are extended to the public on a non-discriminatory basis. “Funded in part through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. All opinions\, conclusions\, and/or recommendations expressed herein are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the SBA.”
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/marketing-masterclass-getting-customers-market-in-moments-part-1
LOCATION:ONLINE
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230726T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230726T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180650
CREATED:20230629T174858Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230629T174858Z
UID:3404-1690369200-1690372800@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:MARKETING MASTERCLASS - VALUABLE VISIBILITY: BEING AN EXPERT ON YOUR CUSTOMER - PART 2
DESCRIPTION:Customer-Focused Marketing Masterclass Part 2 Valuable Visibility: Being an Expert on Your Customer Join us for day two as we wrap up our virtual Customer-Focused Marketing Masterclass with expert marketer\, Maria Elena Duron. Being an Expert on Your Customer is a virtual training that focuses on helping businesses differentiate themselves from their competitors by becoming an expert on their customers. By adopting a customer-centric approach\, businesses can gain valuable visibility in their industry and become a trusted authority. This training covers topics such as market research\, customer profiling\, and communication strategies to ensure businesses understand their customers’ needs and effectively communicate their message. Attendees will receive a copy of the presentation and get their questions answered by this industry expert. \nSpeaker(s): Maria Elena Duron Certified Google Trainer and Social Media Expert \nCo-Sponsor(s): \nReasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Language assistance services are available for limited English proficient individuals with appropriate advance notice. Please contact OKSBDC Training Manager Cindy Ruminer by email at cindy.ruminer@oksbdc.org or call 580-745-2877. All SBDC programs and services are extended to the public on a non-discriminatory basis. “Funded in part through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. All opinions\, conclusions\, and/or recommendations expressed herein are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the SBA.” \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/marketing-masterclass-valuable-visibility-being-an-expert-on-your-customer-part-2
LOCATION:ONLINE
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230727T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230727T093000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180650
CREATED:20230629T173055Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230629T173314Z
UID:3385-1690444800-1690450200@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:Wagoner Women in Business Breakfast
DESCRIPTION:In partnership with the Wagoner Chamber of Commerce and the REI WBC\, join this networking event for women business owners or entrepreneurs in the Wagoner and surrounding communities to learn from each other and gain support from like minded women. \nRegister Here! https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1yO53FgSmECU5DTAZ0jt4iWtiU-cu7DFX_Nc56wIDo5o/viewform?ts=64064981&edit_requested=true \nThis workshop is provided by Wagoner Chamber of Commerce and REI Women’s Business Center. \nFor more information please contact Leslie Browand\, REI WBC Coordinator 1-800-658-2823. \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.
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/wagoner-women-in-business-breakfast-5
LOCATION:ONLINE
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230727T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230727T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180650
CREATED:20230629T175006Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230629T175006Z
UID:3406-1690455600-1690459200@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:DOING BUSINESS WITH OKLAHOMA COUNTY 101
DESCRIPTION:Topic: Government Contracting\n\nOKSBDC and Oklahoma County are partnering together to present “Doing Business with Oklahoma County 101.” Participants will be informed of Oklahoma County personnel\, processes and practical resources available to vendors interested in doing business with Oklahoma County. This session will dive into not only the commonalities of doing business with local government\, but also the many different ways that Oklahoma County is unique in striving to build fair yet competitive opportunities with vendors in the community. \nSpeaker(s): Chantel Boso\, Director of Purchasing Oklahoma County Oklahoma SBDC \nCo-Sponsor(s): \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/doing-business-with-oklahoma-county-101
LOCATION:ONLINE
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230801T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230801T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180650
CREATED:20230727T205040Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230727T205040Z
UID:3443-1690894800-1690902000@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:Small Business Accounting with Wave
DESCRIPTION:In your business\, are you keeping track of where your money goes? Do you have all your records together to make tax time easy? Have you tried Quickbooks but found it’s just too pricey? If any of these things apply to you\, come check out our presentation on Wave Accounting\, a one-stop money management tool for small business owners that is totally free of charge. \nMisty Lambrecht from Reinventing Rural will be taking a deep dive on Wave. We’ll be learning about four of Wave Accounting’s core competencies: \n\nAccounting: Track your income & expenses\, painlessly! Monitor your cash flow\, stay organized\, and stop sweating tax season. Say #sorrynotsorry to your spreadsheets and shoeboxes.\n​\nInvoicing: Stop chasing clients for money! Reduce unpaid invoices\, keep tabs on your income\, and get paid faster—for the low\, low price of FREE.\n​\nPayments: Get paid faster! Convenience is everything. Give your customers the option of paying with one click using a credit card\, bank transfer\, or Apple Pay.\n​\nBanking: Bye bye bookkeeping! Wave Money automatically syncs your expenses and income with our accounting software.\n\nThere are no monthly fees for WaveApps\, and it is cloud based\, so you need not be stressed about that old computer you plan to back-up someday. Come see if this might be a solution for your small business accounting needs. \n​ \nFor more information about the IDRS Acorn Project or to get help for your business at no cost\, please contact us at: \nOur Team Help email: help@idrsinc.org​\nPhone: 916-482-5800\nWebsite: www.nativebiz.org​\nFacebook: www.facebook.com/idrsacornproject​\nInstagram: www.instagram.com/idrs_acorn_project​ \nAbout IDRS Acorn Project: \nThe IDRS Acorn Project is a program of Indian Dispute Resolution Services\, Inc. (IDRS\, Inc.) a 501(c)(3) Native-governed\, non-profit based in California. The IDRS Acorn Project provides free\, online and offline small business training to Native entrepreneurs throughout the United States. IDRS also offers free counseling services to Native entrepreneurs to help them start and grow small businesses. \nIDRS\, Inc. also provides dispute resolution services including mediation and facilitation\, dispute resolution training\, and tribal election administration to Native American tribes. For more information about IDRS\, please visit www.idrsinc.org.
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/small-business-accounting-with-wave
LOCATION:ONLINE
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230811T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230811T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180650
CREATED:20230629T175131Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230629T175131Z
UID:3408-1691749800-1691755200@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:BUSINESS START UP
DESCRIPTION:Facilitated by Oklahoma Small Business Development Center\n\nTopic: 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): Oklahoma SBDC Business Advisor \nCo-Sponsor(s): \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. Funded in part through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. All opinions\, conclusions\, and/or recommendations expressed herein are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the SBA.
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/business-start-up-15
LOCATION:ONLINE
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230816T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230816T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180650
CREATED:20230629T173735Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230629T173735Z
UID:3387-1692176400-1692198000@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:Agriculture and Quickbooks
DESCRIPTION:Muskogee Indian Community Center \nBreakfast & Lunch will be provided.  This is a two day event. \nYou must register for this event. Please use the form below. Input your name in the comments section of the registration section. \nRegister below or call 918-549-2608. \nFor questions or for more information\, email JEBear@Muscogeenation.com or call 918-549-2608. \nEvent brought to you by: REI Women’s Business Center\, Native American Agriculture Fund\, Muscogee Nation and Mvskoke Fund
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/agriculture-and-quickbooks
LOCATION:Eufaula Community Center\, 121 High Street\, Eufaula\, 74432\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230816T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230816T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180650
CREATED:20230629T173900Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230629T173900Z
UID:3390-1692176400-1692198000@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:Agriculture and Quickbooks
DESCRIPTION:Muskogee Indian Community Center \nBreakfast & Lunch will be provided.  This is a two day event. \nYou must register for this event. Please use the form below. Input your name in the comments section of the registration section. \nRegister below or call 918-549-2608. \nFor questions or for more information\, email JEBear@Muscogeenation.com or call 918-549-2608. \nEvent brought to you by: REI Women’s Business Center\, Native American Agriculture Fund\, Muscogee Nation and Mvskoke Fund
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/agriculture-and-quickbooks-2
LOCATION:Eufaula Community Center\, 121 High Street\, Eufaula\, 74432\, United States
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