Citizen Potawatomi Community Development Corporation

Small Business Insurance Basics
2026-03-12 11:00 - 12:00 (America/Chicago) | ONLINE
We all know there are many important decisions to be made when opening a business. Making sure you select the right type of small business insurance coverage is one of those. Unfortunately, many small business owners find out way too late that they’ve not had the right type of coverage causing unrecoverable losses. Please take time to join OKSBDC and Andy Paden, INSURICA Ins. Group as we discuss small business insurance and try to help you navigate your way through these important decisions. Individuals attending this workshop will walk away with a better understanding of the following:
* One Size Doesn’t Fit All – Make the right choice for your business structure.
* Do you have the enough coverage?
* Understanding Business Insurance Basics.
* When is it time revisit my insurance policy and coverage?
* How do I know what types of insurance policies I need?
* What affects my insurance costs?
Speaker(s): Andy Paden – Insurica OKSBDC Business Advisor
Co-Sponsor(s):
Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Language assistance services are available for limited English proficient individuals with appropriate advance notice. Please contact OKSBDC Training Manager Cindy Ruminer by email at cindy.ruminer@oksbdc.org or call 580-745-2877. All SBDC programs and services are extended to the 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.” This training event is supported by federal taxpayer funds. By registering, I certify that I am legally authorized to receive services funded by U.S. taxpayer dollars, in accordance with applicable federal law and regulations.

CPCDC Lunch and Learn- Making Taxes less Taxing
2026-03-12 12:00 - 13:00 | South Reunion Hall, 1702 Gordon Cooper Drive, Shawnee, OK, 74801, United States
CPCDC’s March Lunch & Learn events for 2026- Making Taxes less Taxing!
Please join us for a fun and practical session to help you make your taxes less taxing!
Date: Thursday, March 12, 2026
Time: 12-1 pm
Location: CPN- The South Reunion Hall

Date: Thursday, March 26, 2026
Time: 12-1 pm
Location: The Grand Casino-Deer Room

**Lunch is provided with registration**
Space is limited so sign up ASAP!
To register please email angela.franklin@cpcdc.org
Or call our office at CPCDC 405-878-4697 x 4257

Business Start Up
2026-03-13 10:30 - 12:00 | ONLINE
It’s back to basics! If you want to start a business but aren’t sure where to begin, then this class is for you. In this workshop, our SBDC professionals will address many of the questions you should ask yourself before beginning the process of starting a new business. Attendees will learn about legal business structures, small business tax basics, best management practices, basic marketing strategies and market research. We will also talk about how to write a business plan and the importance of financial statements. After attending, you will have the opportunity to connect with one of our SBDC Business Advisors to get assistance in moving through the stages of your business venture. Attendees will receive a copy of the presentation along with helpful handouts, and have the opportunity to ask questions.
Speaker(s): OKSBDC Business Advisor
Co-Sponsor(s):
Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Language assistance services are available for limited English proficient individuals with appropriate advance notice. Please contact OKSBDC Training Manager Cindy Ruminer by email at cindy.ruminer@oksbdc.org or call 580-745-2877. All SBDC programs and services are extended to the 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.” This training event is supported by federal taxpayer funds. By registering, I certify that I am legally authorized to receive services funded by U.S. taxpayer dollars, in accordance with applicable federal law and regulations

CPCDC Lunch and Learn- Making Taxes Less Taxing
2026-03-26 12:00 - 13:00 | Grand Casino Hotel & Resort, 777 Grand Casino Boulevard, Shawnee, OK, 74804, United States

Grassroots Innovation Accelerators: Ask Me Anything
2026-04-02 11:00 - 12:00 | ONLINE
The Oklahoma SBDC and Oklahoma Farm Bureau invite you to join us for this virtual event where we’ll discuss The Oklahoma Grassroots Rural & Ag Accelerator program and answer all your questions about how it can help innovative rural businesses in Oklahoma.
The Activate Oklahoma track is designed for any rural-based business with an innovation or product that will bring economic opportunities to Oklahoma’s rural communities.
The Agcelerate Oklahoma pipeline focuses on innovations and technologies that have an on-farm or production agriculture application in an effort to diversify opportunities for farmers with a farmer-focused and farmer-led development program.
Together with our program and investment partners, the Oklahoma Grassroots Rural & Ag Business Accelerators program is giving Oklahoma’s best and brightest the support they need to change the world, starting right here in rural Oklahoma.
Speaker(s):

Amarie Bartel, Rural Economic Development Coordinator Oklahoma Farm Bureau
Jessica Ervin, Technology Innovation Director Oklahoma SBDC
Ethan Biller, Rose State SBDC Center Director
Stephen Knight, OKSBDC Business and Technology Advisor

Business Start Up
2026-04-10 10:30 - 12:00 | ONLINE
It’s back to basics! If you want to start a business but aren’t sure where to begin, then this class is for you. In this workshop, our SBDC professionals will address many of the questions you should ask yourself before beginning the process of starting a new business. Attendees will learn about legal business structures, small business tax basics, best management practices, basic marketing strategies and market research. We will also talk about how to write a business plan and the importance of financial statements. After attending, you will have the opportunity to connect with one of our SBDC Business Advisors to get assistance in moving through the stages of your business venture. Attendees will receive a copy of the presentation along with helpful handouts, and have the opportunity to ask questions.
Speaker(s): OKSBDC Business Advisor
Co-Sponsor(s):
Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Language assistance services are available for limited English proficient individuals with appropriate advance notice. Please contact OKSBDC Training Manager Cindy Ruminer by email at cindy.ruminer@oksbdc.org or call 580-745-2877. All SBDC programs and services are extended to the 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.” This training event is supported by federal taxpayer funds. By registering, I certify that I am legally authorized to receive services funded by U.S. taxpayer dollars, in accordance with applicable federal law and regulations.

Business Smart
2026-04-16 11:00 - 12:00 | ONLINE
If you’re looking to start a business and have questions on where to begin, this workshop covers those first steps. Maybe you have a business idea and need to answer a few questions to give the idea more structure. Have you thought of a clever name, registered your business, or opened a bank account? Now what? In this workshop, we will be covering the following topics: Market Feasibility Key sections of a business plan Factors to consider when determining legal structure Where to find funding Key resources for your business The goal of this workshop is to provide direction to new entrepreneurs and introduce you to the Oklahoma Small Business Development Center. Attendees will have a better understanding of initial steps to starting their business.
Speaker(s): OKSBDC Advisor Shannon Spier OKSBDC Advisor Greg Jones
Co-Sponsor(s):
Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Language assistance services are available for limited English proficient individuals with appropriate advance notice. Please contact OKSBDC Training Manager Cindy Ruminer by email at cindy.ruminer@oksbdc.org or call 580-745-2877. All SBDC programs and services are extended to the public on a non-discriminatory basis. “Funded in part through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. All opinions, conclusions, and/or recommendations expressed herein are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the SBA.” This training event is supported by federal taxpayer funds. By registering, I certify that I am legally authorized to receive services funded by U.S. taxpayer dollars, in accordance with applicable federal law and regulations

CPCDC Lunch and Learn -Growing your Financial Garden
2026-05-07 12:00 - 13:00 | South Reunion Hall, 1702 Gordon Cooper Drive, Shawnee, OK, 74801, United States
CPCDC’s May Lunch & Learn events for 2026- Growing Your Financial Garden!
Please join us for a fun and practical session to help you grow your finances by Saving and Investing!
Date: Thursday, May 7, 2026
Time: 12-1 pm
Location: CPN- The South Reunion Hall

Date: Thursday, May 21, 2026
Time: 12-1 pm
Location: The Grand Casino-Deer Room
**Lunch is provided with registration**
Space is limited so sign up ASAP!

To register please email angela.franklin@cpcdc.org
Or call our office at CPCDC 405-878-4697 x 4257

CPCDC Lunch and Learn Growing your Financial Garden
2026-05-21 12:00 - 13:00 | Grand Casino Hotel & Resort, 777 Grand Casino Boulevard, Shawnee, OK, 74804, United States

CPCDC Lunch and Learn Smart Spending at Home
2026-08-13 12:00 - 13:00 | South Reunion Hall, 1702 Gordon Cooper Drive, Shawnee, OK, 74801, United States
CPCDC’s August Lunch & Learn events for 2026- Smart Spending at Home!
Please join us for a fun and practical session about Smart Spending at Home!
Date: Thursday, August 13, 2026
Time: 12-1 pm
Location: CPN- The South Reunion Hall

Date: Thursday, August 20, 2026
Time: 12-1 pm
Location: The Grand Casino-Deer Room
**Lunch is provided with registration**
Space is limited so sign up ASAP!

To register please email angela.franklin@cpcdc.org
Or call our office at CPCDC 405-878-4697 x 4257

CPCDC Lunch and Learn Smart Spending at Home
2026-08-20 12:00 - 13:00 | Grand Casino Hotel & Resort, 777 Grand Casino Boulevard, Shawnee, OK, 74804, United States

CPCDC Lunch and Learn Peace Through Planning
2026-11-05 12:00 - 13:00 | South Reunion Hall, 1702 Gordon Cooper Drive, Shawnee, OK, 74801, United States
Please join us for a fun and practical session to help you have Peace Through Planning!
Date: Thursday, November 5, 2026
Time: 12-1 pm
Location: CPN- The South Reunion Hall

Date: Thursday, November 19, 2026
Time: 12-1 pm
Location: The Grand Casino-Deer Room
**Lunch is provided with registration**
Space is limited so sign up ASAP!

To register please email angela.franklin@cpcdc.org
Or call our office at CPCDC 405-878-4697 x 4257

CPCDC Lunch and Learn Peach Through Planning
2026-11-19 08:00 - 17:00 | Grand Casino Hotel & Resort, 777 Grand Casino Boulevard, Shawnee, OK, 74804, United States
