How to Get Funding: Preparing, Options, Qualifying, Applying (online)
2024-01-10 10:30 - 12:00 (America/Chicago) | ONLINE
You want to start or grow a business and you need to really understand funding? This workshop covers EVERYTHING (in plain English). Get ready for a whirlwind ride with our local Instructor (read his impressive bio below) with plenty of first-hand experience. You will learn:

About getting loans from banks, investors, venture capital, grants, the government, the SBA, crowdfunding, non-profit lenders, microlenders, business incubators and more
Which options require good credit and which are more forgiving
How long it takes to receive funding once its approved
What to do before you ever ask for funding
What lenders really look for

You don’t often get a chance to spend interactive time with an expert like Ron Wichter, who brings years of experience.
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Valuing Your Business
2024-01-10 11:00 - 12:00
This presentation by Bill West, an expert on closely held businesses, focuses on understanding your business and its value.
The presentation provides an overview of the importance of business valuation and its role in business decisions. Various valuation methods, such as the market, income, and asset approaches, are explained in detail, including their specific uses. The presentation also addresses factors influencing business value, including financial metrics like revenue, profitability, EBITDA, and non-financial aspects like market trends and intellectual property.
Practical steps in the valuation process, such as gathering financial data and applying discounts, are covered. Strategies for enhancing business value, like financial optimization and branding, are also discussed. Finally, the presentation highlights how valuation insights aid in decisions like selling a business, attracting investors, and estate planning.

The Corporate Transparency Act - What Small Businesses Need To Know
2024-01-10 12:00 - 13:00
Whether you’re considering starting a business or are already a business owner, you need to be aware of The Corporate Transparency Act (CTA), which introduces new compliance requirements for small businesses in 2024.
In this webinar, we’ll break down the key provisions of the CTA, the purpose of this new law and how it might impact your business. We’ll also guide you through the compliance requirements and reporting procedures to ensure you meet the deadlines.
Learning objectives:

What is the Corporate Transparency Act, and who must comply
What, how and when is Information to be Reported?
Preparing for compliance and penalties for non-compliance
What is the impact on Small Businesses

Live attendees will receive free business resources and a link to this webinar recording.

LAUNCH YOUR BUSINESS WITH CUSTOMER FOCUSED MARKETING
2024-01-10 14:00 - 15:00
Online
Facilitated by Oklahoma Small Business Development Center

Topic: Marketing and Sales

Hosted by OKSBDC & Google 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. Join us as Maria Elena Duron, Google Trainer/Digital Coach helps small business owners learn how to: * Create a compelling brand * Define your audience * Convert customers * Build loyalty and advocacy Attendees will be able to get their questions answered by this amazing Google Coach and will receive a copy of the presentation with valuable handouts.
Speaker(s): Maria Elena Duron Grow with Google Trainer/Digital Coach
Co-Sponsor(s): Oklahoma SBDC
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.”

Fee: No Cost

Small Business Loans: Explore Your Options
2024-01-11 10:00 - 11:00
WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
Existing and new businesses who need to know if, when, and how to obtain funding.
EVENT OVERVIEW
Loans help your business grow; whether you plan to hire more employees, expand into a new market, offer new products or grow an existing location, your business needs cash to do so.
Find out what funding options can help your business! Get a clear picture of how loans can keep your business afloat, allow you to diversify, and expand your business!
Sometimes sorting it all out can be confusing. This webinar can help.
Ask our panel of traditional and non-traditional lenders. Obtain tips and information on how to prepare for and successfully apply for a loan. Understand what is necessary to receive the kind of loan that fits your business needs.
WHAT YOU WILL LEARN – Gain the knowledge and resources to:

Decide if and when your small business needs funding
Choose the best funding options for your business
Calculate the appropriate loan size and usage
Identify lenders who serve your type of business and stage of development
Prepare a successful loan application

PANEL OF TRADITIONAL AND NON-TRADITIONAL LENDERS
Participants will be announced
DATE AND TIME: Thursday, January 11, 2024, 11am to 1pm Eastern Time
DURATION: 2 hours including Q&A
FEES: This is a paid event costing $35.
There will be no refunds for this webinar unless SCORE NYC cancels it.
If you do not receive a confirmation email within 15 minutes, email score-nyc-marketing@scorevolunteer.org. Please include the name and date of the webinar.
Attend the live webinar to participate in our Q&A.
If you can’t make the live webinar, register anyway and we’ll send you the recording.
ABOUT THE SPEAKER
CAROLYN KATZ
Carolyn Katz is a former banker, venture capital investor, strategic advisor and small business owner. She has broad expertise in small business and startup funding, preparation of business plans, financial forecasts, investor and pitch materials and has run workshops on lending, crowdfunding, profitability and pitch preparation.

Virtual: How to Write a Business Plan
2024-01-11 10:00 - 11:30
Online
Online Meeting
Map and Directions
Date/Time:
January 11th, 2024
10:00 am
11:30 am

This workshop will take you through the step-by-step process of developing a business plan. While each business needs a unique plan, the basic elements are the same. You will receive a template to work from, and REI WBC representatives will be available to review your plan and make suggestions during the ongoing process.
Presenters: REI Women’s Business Center
This workshop is provided by REI Women’s Business Center.
Funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. WBC 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.

Price: $0.00

BUSINESS START UP
2024-01-11 10:30 - 12:00
Online
Facilitated by Oklahoma Small Business Development Center

Topic: Start-up Assistance

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): Jonathan Wynn, SBDC Business Advisor
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.

Fee: No Cost
Register Online

Let's Start a Business in 2024
2024-01-11 11:00 - 12:00
Please join us for this FREE Virtual Workshop presented by a certified SCORE mentor. We will cover all the important aspects you need to consider when planning to start a business. We will guide you through the process to help you decide if you’re ready.

Some of the topics covered:
1.) Your personal traits
2.) Testing the business concept
3.) Developing a marketing and business plan
4.) Financial considerations
5.) Resources available to report your success

Latest Bank Fraud Trends Affecting Business Customers
2024-01-11 11:00 - 12:00
Don’t let the ever-present threat of bank fraud endanger your business’s financial health. Our presentation will provide you with the knowledge and strategies necessary to guard your assets against the latest bank fraud trends. Join us for an enlightening presentation on:
Up-to-Date Threat Intelligence: Stay informed about the most recent bank fraud trends threatening businesses today. Knowledge is your best defense.
Unmasking Fraud Techniques: Learn about the methods employed by fraudsters to compromise business assets, and discover how to detect and prevent these attacks.
Safeguarding Your Assets: Gain practical strategies and cybersecurity insights to fortify your business against bank fraud, plus essential fraud prevention measures.
Expert Guidance: Benefit from the wisdom of industry experts who will share their insights and experience.

How To Start A Business Using A Free SCORE Mentor
2024-01-11 12:00 - 13:00
Starting a small business is always challenging, especially if you lack business experience. At SCORE, we have free expert business mentors who can help you start, grow, and succeed in your dream of small business ownership.
In this webinar, you’ll hear real success stories from SCORE Mentors as well as the clients that they helped.
You’ll learn about:

How a SCORE mentor can help you start and grow your business.
How to find the right mentor for your business using SCORE’s extensive, nationwide network of business experts.
How SCORE mentorship works and how having a SCORE mentor on your side sets your new business up for success.

Live attendees will receive free business resources and a link to this webinar recording.

Intro to Excel: Tracking Expenses
2024-01-12 10:00 - 11:00
WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
Small business owners and start-ups who have purchased Excel but are not using it often. Some knowledge of Excel is helpful, but not required.
EVENT OVERVIEW
The ability to use Excel will help you get a handle on your numbers and give you information on your financial situation that can lead to business growth and success. It’s a way to record and track your monthly costs, and income, monitor your cash flow, and share it with others.
But it can be intimidating at first. Let an IT Trainer and Excel expert walk you through a real-time tutorial, not a packaged YouTube experience, that allows you to stop, ask questions, and repeat content.
WHAT YOU WILL LEARN
At the end of this webinar, you will have the knowledge and resources to:

Describe the benefits of and need for using Excel when tracking numbers for startups
Define basic Excel terms: cell, column, row, ribbon, sheet, workbook, etc.
Open an existing Excel file and template
Trace the steps in navigating an Excel spreadsheet
Outline how to record expenses in Excel
Summarize how to change appearance of columns and cells in an Excel file

DATE AND TIME: Friday, January 12, 2024, 11am to 12:30pm Eastern Time
DURATION: 1.5 hours including Q&A
FEES: This is a paid event costing $35.
There will be no refunds for this webinar unless SCORE NYC cancels it.
If you do not receive a confirmation email within 15 minutes, email score-nyc-marketing@scorevolunteer.org. Please include the name and date of the webinar.
Attend the live webinar to participate in our Q&A.
If you can’t make the live webinar, register anyway and we’ll send you the recording.
ABOUT THE SPEAKER: KARINA ARCEO
Karina Arceo is a technology teacher (IT Trainer) for iKnowledge School in South Florida. She is an accomplished Technology trainer with over 20 years of achievements in the technology industry. She has a proven track record of successfully implementing learning training services to well-known clients in the United States, such as Banco Santander Private Banking, Moss Construction Solar, Pollo Tropical Puerto Rico, Miami-Dade Family Learning Partnership, Carolina’s Pediatric Emergency Fellowship and Michelin Tires, among many others. Teaching technology has been a passion for many years and counting.

Starting and Running Your Own Business
2024-01-12 10:00 - 12:00
This seminar is packed with information, tips, and techniques needed to start a new business as well as improve an ongoing enterprise. Seminar leaders are men and women professionals, each with over 20 years of business experience, who have created this seminar and presented it to thousands of potential and existing business owners. They’ll make sure you will leave this seminar with skills and insights on how to run a successful business.
Topics Covered Part 1
1. Personal Factors & Management
2. Business Opportunities
3. Marketing
Part 2
4. Organization/regulation/insurance
5. Requirement & Sources of Fund
Part 3
6. Cash Management & Record-Keeping
7. Business Plans
Presenters will be SCORE mentors with many years of experience in different industry and mentoring. They have helped to start and grow many businesses

How to Write a Winning Business Plan
2024-01-12 12:00 - 13:00
Unlock the full potential of your small business with our exclusive online workshop presented by SCORE Atlanta! Elevate your entrepreneurial journey as our seasoned experts guide you through the art of crafting a powerful business plan. Discover firsthand why successful entrepreneurs swear by a well-written business plan as the cornerstone of a thriving business, providing a strategic roadmap for operations, marketing, and financial success.

In this comprehensive workshop, delve into the vital components of a business plan, from market analysis and financial projections to effective risk management. Our experienced instructor will equip you with the essential tools and resources to develop a tailored plan aligned with your business goals.
Don’t let this opportunity pass you by – connect with like-minded entrepreneurs, gain valuable insights, and register now for our free SCORE Atlanta workshop. Take that crucial first step toward turning your business dreams into reality!

FREE to Register

About our Presenter
Hemant Chhajwani is a principal of Chhajwani Investment Group, a family investment fund that owns and manages a portfolio of direct, syndicated, and fund investments focused on real estate, and private credit/equity. In his role, he is responsible for capital allocation, portfolio strategy, and sourcing/originating investment opportunities. He is also currently an adjunct professor at the University of Texas at Austin teaching finance and real estate courses.
Hemant has previously worked at The Home Depot, Ernst & Young, RBC Capital Markets, and RSM McGladrey in various management roles focused on corporate strategy, valuation, and mergers & acquisitions.
He earned a BBA in finance and accounting from Emory University and an MBA in finance from Texas McCombs.
Hemant is a workshop presenter with SCORE and also provides advisory services on a consulting basis to investment firms.

Maximize Your Website Potential & Drive More Business
2024-01-12 12:00 - 13:00
Ready to take your online presence to the next level? Join us for an informative webinar focused on strategies to maximize your website’s potential. Gain insights into proven techniques that can elevate your online presence and drive business growth.
During this session, we will delve into optimizing your website for better search engine visibility, improving user experience, and boosting conversion rates. By applying these strategies, you’ll be better equipped to attract more visitors, engage effectively, and ultimately enhance your business success.
Don’t miss out on this opportunity to learn and implement actionable steps that can make a real difference for your website and business. Register now and take the first step toward unlocking your website’s true potential.
Presented by Victoria Byrne.
Victoria Byrne is the founder of Creative Marketing Services, Inc. She’s worked in corporate and small business marketing for over 20 years, helping clients achieve optimal results through a combination of creative and cost-effective marketing initiatives. Victoria is a Certified Constant Contact Solution Provider and regularly presents for national organizations on a variety of digital marketing & website topics.

Accounting for Non-Accountants
2024-01-12 14:00 - 15:00
Unlock the power of financial mastery for your business with SCORE Atlanta’s dynamic and free online workshop, ‘Accounting for Non-Accountants.’ Seize control of your financial destiny and elevate your business acumen with expert insights and practical tips. Don’t just manage, master your accounts with us!

Our experienced instructor will guide you through the fundamentals of for-profit accounting in an interactive and engaging workshop. You’ll gain the skills and knowledge you need to confidently manage your finances and make informed decisions for your business.
Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to boost your financial literacy and take control of your business’s finances.

FREE to Register

About our Presenter
Hemant Chhajwani is a principal of Chhajwani Investment Group, a family investment fund that owns and manages a portfolio of direct, syndicated, and fund investments focused on real estate, and private credit/equity. In his role, he is responsible for capital allocation, portfolio strategy, and sourcing/originating investment opportunities. He is also currently an adjunct professor at the University of Texas at Austin teaching finance and real estate courses.
Hemant has previously worked at The Home Depot, Ernst & Young, RBC Capital Markets, and RSM McGladrey in various management roles focused on corporate strategy, valuation, and mergers & acquisitions.
He earned a BBA in finance and accounting from Emory University and an MBA in finance from Texas McCombs.
Hemant is a workshop presenter with SCORE and also provides advisory services on a consulting basis to investment firms.

Drive Profit To Your Business
2024-01-15 10:00 - 12:00
Maximize your business’ profit in 2024: Ensure you have the cash you need to fuel your growth! We show you how to optimize the cash conversion cycle and take advantage of the power of one (1%) to improve your cash position.

Running a business is just like playing Monopoly: When you run out of cash, it makes it nearly impossible to continue to operate your company. Game over! Let’s talk about the importance of cash and ways to improve your cash position because cash is like oxygen is to your body, without it you cease to exist. Learn how to optimize the cash conversion cycle. There are 4 elements to the cash conversion cycle: Sales, Make/Production & Inventory, Delivery, and Billing & Payment. What we want to do is start thinking about ways to accelerate cash in all of these areas.

Everyone has ways to improve cash by working through a cash conversion cycle by eliminating mistakes, reducing cycle times and improving your business model. Take advantage of the power of one (1%) is a principle that can have a significant impact on your cash flow. Learn how your cash flow could improve if price, volume, and/or accounts payable increased by 1%, and cost of goods sold, inventory, accounts receivable, and/or overhead decreased by 1%.

Presenter: Donna Capodacqua, PhD SPHR, SHRM-SCP, is founder and CEO of Chrysalis Partners LLC, a boutique business coaching firm. Having served businesses in the greater Portland metro area for more than 25 years, sitting on the Board of Directors for four organizations, and a small business owner for 23 years, Donna has an extensive background. She has worked with multi-million-dollar companies with 2,500+ employees to start-ups across a variety of industries and settings, including union environments and non-profit organizations. She has seen it all. She knows what infrastructure systems, leadership and talent a company must have in place, but also understands that one-size solutions do not work. Donna offers practical insight and expertise to her clients, guiding them to find the right solutions that are translated into implementable tactics based on their purpose, values, goals and aspirations. Donna took her PhD in business administration from Tourou University. She earned her MBA and BA from the State University of New York at Albany.

When not working with clients, Donna enjoys spending time with her husband and friends, volunteering in the community, traveling, wine tasting, fishing, game nights, learning new things and meeting new people.

Small Business: Understanding credit & how to improve your credit score
2024-01-15 14:00 - 16:00
Understanding Credit and How to Improve Your Credit Score
Good credit is important to both your personal and business needs. Lenders can look at how you have handled your past obligations even if you are a corporate officer signing for the business. Many business owners have had credit issues because of the pandemic. This one (1) hour presentation covers aspects of becoming an educated credit user.

Key Topics

How is your credit reported?
The effects poor credit has on you and your business
The five key activities that affect your credit
Improving or rebuilding your credit
What you can do if your credit report is wrong

Learning Outcomes

Understand the basics of credit scoring
Actions to take that will improve your credit score and history
How to avoid bad credit
How to check and correct your credit history

Registration Information
Registration fee: Free
If you have trouble registering, send an email to siliconvalley@scorevolunteer.org
You will receive the link to join with your registration confirmation.

There’s no fee for most of these workshops, however, your tax deductible donation would be most welcome. As a 501 (c) 3 nonprofit with all services delivered on a volunteer basis, we rely on the support of our donors to continue delivering great value to the community. Thank you. Donate Now

Online Workshop: Create Your Business Plan
2024-01-15 17:00 - 18:00
This workshop will help you to construct a plan for your business. Your Business Plan helps you crystallize your thinking about your product/service offerings, who is your target market, what makes you stand out from your competition, and how you will make money. In this session we will share with you some great resources for constructing your plan and focus you on the process of creating financial projections.
Whether creating the plan for your own use or to help you attract outside funding, your plan gets you started on the right foot.

Simple Steps to Start Your Business: Business Concepts
2024-01-16 10:00 - 11:00
Learn to develop feasibility plan, define your business, determine your target market, gather data on customers, competition and marketplace. Formulate a business plan as a communication document, prepare your elevator speech.

ABOUT THE PRESENTER: Beverly Anderson is the founder and president of the Home-based Business Chamber of Commerce. She is sole proprietor of Diversified Small Business Services and Independent Bookkeeper for more than 20 years. Her areas of expertise include home-based businesses, start-ups, non-profit development, bookkeeping, and business planning. She is a member of the American Institute of Professional Bookkeepers. She was honored as SBA 2012 Home-based Business Champion of the Year.

A Due Diligence Check List for Starting a Business
2024-01-16 11:00 - 12:00
Steve Lauterback, one of our Certified Northwest NJ Mentors, will present all the components you will need to successfully start and run a new business. This in-depth webinar will cover: What you can expect in the first 12 months.
*Business profiles,
*Financial Information & Projections
*Marketing, Sales & Distribution
As well as many more topics. Join us and come prepared to ask questions of this business leader in real time!

Transitioning from Worker to Small Business Owner
2024-01-16 11:00 - 12:00
Many dream of having the independence and decision-making freedom owning one’s business provides. Nevertheless, business ownership comes with many complexities that can keep you awake at night; financial solvency is only one of them. Learn about what to consider before making the big decision.
In this webinar, you will learn about:

The wrong reasons people start their own business.
What to ask yourself before becoming your own boss.
How moving to business leadership requires a paradigm shift.
When you grow and must hire people. Employee management, the good, the bad and the ugly.

Presenter: Ivonne Zucco
Ivonne’s mission is to support individuals and companies in their development efforts and help unlock the potential everyone has within. As a People and Culture Consultant, she works with individuals searching for fulfillment and balance in their careers and with companies working towards intentional culture change by using a pragmatic approach to help them advance from where they are to where they want to be with clarity and purpose.
This Webinar is Sponsored by The Greater Norwalk Hispanic Chamber of Commerce

The Basics of Money Management
2024-01-16 12:00 - 13:00
Whether you are looking to start a business or existing small business owner, understanding how to manage your finances is the foundation for making sound business decisions and reaching your goals.
In this webinar, our expert presenter will help you enhance your financial management skills so you can chart your course into the future, adjust your direction when needed, and reach your business goals.
Learning objectives include:

The benefits of financial management
Budgeting
Bookkeeping
Financial statements
Business Financing

Live attendees will receive free business resources and a link to this webinar recording.

How to Develop Your Business Idea Before You Start Your Business Plan
2024-01-16 12:00 - 14:00
Do you want to start a business but not sure if your idea is feasible? Or do you need help gathering your thoughts into a viable business idea and business model?
During this hands-on workshop you will learn the essential steps of developing and evaluating your business idea, including:

What are your options for going into business
How to turn your business idea into a reality
How to conduct preliminary research
Use a one-page tool in the workshop to evaluate 8 aspects of your company, including customer, cost, pricing and marketing

Key Topics:

Common traits and characteristics of entrepreneurs.
Advantages and disadvantages of starting a business on your own, buying a franchise or buying an existing business.
How to come up with an idea for a product and/or service
Develop your business idea in 8 steps.
The value and purpose of a formal business plan.

Learning Outcomes:

You will be able to compare your personality traits, strengths and weaknesses with those of successful entrepreneurs.
You will learn the advantages and disadvantages of starting a business on your own versus buying a franchise versus buying an existing business and why it is important to consider all three options.
You will learn how to develop your business idea into a business model and determine if it is feasible.
You will hear why it is important to prepare a formal business plan if you decide to proceed and an overview of what that plan should include.

Registration Information
Registration Fee: Free

The password protected link to join this class will be included in the registration confirmation email.
If you have trouble registering, send an email to siliconvalley@scorevolunteer.org

About The Course Instructors:
This course is taught by multiple instructors on different occasions. All instructors are experienced professionals, most with 30 years or more of business experience in their own business or senior levels of management. Many are retired executives who have spent their careers in business and know the many facets of a business from sales to operations to cash flow. They are selected to teach because they bring a meaningful background in the course material and can talk about their experiences to better illustrate the topic.

There’s no fee for most of these workshops, however, your tax deductible donation would be most welcome. As a 501 (c) 3 nonprofit with all services delivered on a volunteer basis, we rely on the support of our donors to continue delivering great value to the community. Thank you. Donate Now

When Banks Say No
2024-01-16 17:00 - 18:00
It’s tough for small businesses to get funding. In fact, 75-80% of small business loan requests are denied
by banks. So, what’s a small business owner to do when the bank says no? Find alternative funding
sources! “When Banks Say No” provides an overview of alternative funding options for small business
owners who need money to start, support or grow their businesses.

Takeaways from and Benefits of Attending “When Banks Say No”:
1. Hope! A “no” from the bank is not the end of the road. There are many options available for
nearly any business situation.
2. Understanding! We’ll explain many funding options that banks just don’t offer. One might be
just what you need!
3. Direction! When you identify one or two loan options that work for you, you can take the steps
towards acquiring that money to start or support or grow your business.

Out Presenter, Boyd Karren
Boyd is “a serial entrepreneur”. He loves the world of small business and believes deeply that small business ownership is the key to strong communities.
Boyd has earned two master’s degrees in business: an MBA from Indiana University, and a Master of Global Management degree from the Thunderbird School of Global Management.
He became a business loan broker and started Otro Financial after experiencing his own difficulties in finding funding for his small business opportunities. While he can help businesses in any stage of growth, Boyd specializes in finding funds for start-ups and businesses under two years old, which is the most difficult time for a business to get funding. Boyd has helped many businesses find the money they needed, even after banks told them no.

Creating an Effective Social Media Strategy
2024-01-17 08:00 - 09:00
Join veteran digital marketer Dale Shadbegian for a discussion on creating rich, engaging content that will attract consumers and get reactions that will support your overall marketing goals.

Creating a Business Website
2024-01-17 09:00 - 10:00
Creating and publishing a website for your business can feel like a daunting task. Even with a
template that takes care of the look and feel of your website, you still need to create the content
for your pages.
It’s easy once you know where to focus. You can publish your website quickly with just the
essential pages you need to get yourself online.
Join us for this presentation where we’ll show you the best practices including:

4 questions your homepage must answer before you hit ‘publish’
The real purpose of your about page
How to make it easy for visitors to find and contact you
Tips for using images
Landing Page.

Our Presenters Catrine Fredrickson and Dixie Punsky

Catrine Fredrikson is the president and owner of EZY Marketing and has over 20 years of experience in
the field of digital marketing. She is a speaker and educator in the area of online marketing with
speaking engagements at SCORE, SBA, local chambers and for professional organizations. With a strong
online presence, she offers live webinars and YouTube recordings EZY Marketing’s channel.

Dixie Punsky is the digital marketing manager at EZY Marketing. She is a University of Florida grad with
16 years of experience in public relations and communications. An accomplished speaker and former
Toastmasters president, she levies her skills in writing, design, and social media to help small business
owners thrive.

DESIGN THINKING FOR ENTREPRENEURS
2024-01-17 14:00 - 15:00
Online
Facilitated by Oklahoma Small Business Development Center

Topic: Marketing and Sales

Hosted by OKSBDC & Google Discover how to create a collaborative environment where everyone is responsible for design. You will go through design challenges and sprints that can be incorporated into any workplace or startup, to unlock creativity and innovative thinking. Join us as Maria Elena Duron, Google Trainer/Digital Coach helps introduce small business owners to the following: * Principles of the design thinking process * Applying the design thinking process to solve problems * The basics of prototyping your ideas Attendees will be able to get their questions answered by this amazing Google Coach and will receive a copy of the presentation with valuable handouts.
Speaker(s): Maria Elena Duron Grow with Google Trainer/Digital Coach
Co-Sponsor(s): Oklahoma SBDC
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.”

Fee: No Cost
Register Online

Delivering Unprecedented Value: Your Leverage for Business Growth
2024-01-17 20:00 - 21:00
Consistently providing exceptional value to your customers is a powerful way to drive sustainable growth in your business. This webinar shows how you can apply such an approach in your business and how it will foster customer loyalty while enhancing your business reputation.
Our presenter, Harry Spaight, is a SCORE volunteer with extensive experience in sales and sales training. His “Sales Made Easy” podcasts are available on Apple by clicking here or directly on Spotify by clicking here.

Online Workshop: Step by Step Marketing Process for Startups
2024-01-18 10:00 - 12:00
A frequent question we get from new SCORE clients: “Are there certain steps that we should be taking for marketing as a new business and is there a particular order they should go in?”
We will review the 50+ steps you need to start with and touch on some of the additional ones that are optional for your business. We also will leave you with a marketing checklist to use and customize.
