BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Citizen Potawatomi Community Development Corporation - ECPv6.14.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://cpcdc.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Citizen Potawatomi Community Development Corporation REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20260101T000000 END:DAYLIGHT END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260828T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260828T130000 DTSTAMP:20260731T184327 CREATED:20260731T160506Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260731T160506Z UID:5921-1787918400-1787922000@cpcdc.org SUMMARY:Email Marketing That Drives Results DESCRIPTION:Overview\n\n\nEmail marketing remains one of the most effective ways to grow your business\, when done right. In fact\, for every $1 spent\, email marketing generates an average return of $36. \nJoin us to Discover: How to Win with Email Marketing \n· Actionable steps to gain your next 100+ subscribers \n· Simple ways to create high-performing emails \n· Strategies to increase opens\, clicks & conversions \n· How to leverage automation and AI \n· 5 steps to email marketing success \n· Real-world tips you can act on immediately \n· Time-saving tools and strategies that work \n· A simple framework for ongoing email success \nWhether you’re just getting started or ready to refine your approach\, this session will set you up for success. \nIt’s one hour that can seriously level up your email results. \nPresented by Victoria Byrne. \nVictoria 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. URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/email-marketing-that-drives-results LOCATION:ONLINE END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260901T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260901T150000 DTSTAMP:20260731T184327 CREATED:20260731T160729Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260731T160729Z UID:5923-1788271200-1788274800@cpcdc.org SUMMARY:How to Write a Business Plan DESCRIPTION:Overview\n\n\nI will explain the purpose\, structure\, and requirements of a business plan. Each crucial section of the business plan will be reviewed and key elements will be discussed. It will be my goal to provide attendees with a ‘blueprint’ on how to write a winning business plan. \nPresented by Zoey Charif. \nI’m the founder of Business Plans USA\, with over 15 years of experience in entrepreneurship and business development. In this workshop\, I’ll break down the core components of a strong business plan\, guiding you through each section so you gain a clear\, practical understanding of how to articulate your business model. I’ll teach you what investors and lenders want to see so you can create a winning business plan. URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/how-to-write-a-business-plan-15 LOCATION:ONLINE END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260902T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260902T140000 DTSTAMP:20260731T184327 CREATED:20260731T160940Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260731T160940Z UID:5925-1788354000-1788357600@cpcdc.org SUMMARY:Selling Your Business DESCRIPTION:Overview\n\n\nThe webinar highlights the investment banker’s (business broker) role as a trusted strategic advisor\, providing market insight\, valuation expertise\, and disciplined execution for a small business owners desiring to sell their business. It shows how the business advisor guides clients through preparation\, buyer marketing\, buyer negotiations\, and completion of the sale\, maximizing value from start to close. \nPresented by Tom Markel. \nTom is a dynamic and seasoned entrepreneur with over five decades of experience founding\, scaling and selling 18 diverse companies across industries—from finance and technology to consumer products and estate services. Proven leader with a track record of turning ideas into sustainable ventures\, providing expert business counsel\, and managing the personal and financial affairs of high-net-worth individuals and families. Trusted for integrity\, innovation\, and a lifetime of entrepreneurial excellence. URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/selling-your-business LOCATION:ONLINE END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260902T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260902T143000 DTSTAMP:20260731T184327 CREATED:20260618T180439Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260618T180642Z UID:5809-1788354000-1788359400@cpcdc.org SUMMARY:Workplace Safety and Wages in Oklahoma DESCRIPTION:The Oklahoma SBDC is partnering with The Oklahoma Department of Labor to help businesses gain a deeper awareness of the laws addressing “Workplace Safety and Wages in Oklahoma”. This information packed event will feature multiple speakers specializing in their areas of expertise\, providing attendees with a clear understanding of the following topics: \n* The OSHA consultation process and how companies can request this free service. \n* Understanding the differences between Oklahoma Wage Law and the U.S. Fair labor Standards Act. \n* The federal and state youth employment laws\, work permit process\, and young worker safety. \nSpeaker(s): Oklahoma Department of Labor David Bryan- Employment Standards Division Director Jason Hudson – OSHA Director Lester Claravall – Child Labor Officer \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. \nAll 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.” \nThis 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 URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/workplace-safety-and-wages-in-oklahoma-2 LOCATION:ONLINE END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260903T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260903T120000 DTSTAMP:20260731T184327 CREATED:20260724T191740Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260724T191740Z UID:5845-1788422400-1788436800@cpcdc.org SUMMARY:Entre 101 DESCRIPTION:Hosted by the Citizen Potawatomi Nation Community Development Corporation (CPCDC) and in partnerships with Gordon Cooper Technology Center\, Stuart & Clover\, Gibson & Reynolds\, U.S. Small Business Administration and Pioneer Library System\, this training is an opportunity for those wanting to start a business or those ready to expand their business. Hear insight\, advice\, resources\, and tips from many local resources and entities. \n  \nThis is a free workshop for anyone to attend. URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/entre-101 LOCATION:Gordon Cooper Technology Center\, 1 John C Bruton Dr.\, Shawnee\, 74804\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Citizen Potawatomi Community Development Corporation":MAILTO:info@cpcdc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260903T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260903T170000 DTSTAMP:20260731T184327 CREATED:20260731T161120Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260731T161120Z UID:5927-1788422400-1788454800@cpcdc.org SUMMARY:Teaching AI Your Business: How to Get Better Answers\, Ideas\, and Content DESCRIPTION:Overview\n\n\nAI can be helpful\, but only if it has the right information. If you give it vague prompts\, you usually get vague results. If you teach it about your business\, your audience\, your tone\, and your goals\, the output becomes much more useful. \nIn this session\, we will explore how to give AI better context so it can support your marketing and content creation more effectively. We will talk about what information to include\, how to explain your brand voice\, how to describe your ideal customer\, and how to create stronger prompts for real business tasks. \nYou will learn how to use AI as a more personalized support tool for ideas\, writing\, planning\, and repurposing content while still keeping your message authentic and human. \nPresented by Roni Ramos. \nDo you need to up the look of your social media or create videos for your business? \nRoni Ramos has your back! She hosts entertaining and informative webinars that give you actionable steps to create great content for your own business. \nRoni is a great cheerleader for business owners who think this might be hard… \nBut it’s not! URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/teaching-ai-your-business-how-to-get-better-answers-ideas-and-content LOCATION:ONLINE END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260908T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260908T150000 DTSTAMP:20260731T184327 CREATED:20260731T161302Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260731T161302Z UID:5929-1788876000-1788879600@cpcdc.org SUMMARY:Secrets to Buying a Franchise DESCRIPTION:Overview\n\n\nThis workshop will provide you with all the information you need to decide if owning a franchise is right for you\, and how to find the right one. Page Nicol is a seasoned franchise consultant and owner\, with over 30 years as a UPS Store multi unit owner\, developer\, and experienced consultant with FranNet. In this presentation you will learn: \n* What are the pros and cons of owning a franchise? \n* What are the common myths about franchising? \n* What franchise concepts are working in today’s economy? \n* How can you safely find and research a franchise before making a decision? \n* How can you get financing to start your own business. \nPresented by Page Nicol. \nPage started his franchise career in 1987\, owning several UPS Stores as well as developing the entire San Diego county market with over 65 locations. Additionally\, he has been a franchise consultant with FranNet since 1997\, and has helped thousands of individuals learn how to successfully find and start their own business. URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/secrets-to-buying-a-franchise-7 LOCATION:ONLINE END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260911T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260911T170000 DTSTAMP:20260731T184327 CREATED:20260618T180554Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260618T180554Z UID:5811-1789113600-1789146000@cpcdc.org SUMMARY:Business Start Up DESCRIPTION: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. \nSpeaker(s): OKSBDC Business Advisor \nReasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Language assistance services are available for limited English proficient individuals with appropriate advance notice. Please contact OKSBDC Training Manager Cindy Ruminer by email at cindy.ruminer@oksbdc.org or call 580-745-2877. \nAll 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.” \nThis 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 URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/business-start-up-57 LOCATION:ONLINE END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260916T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260916T123000 DTSTAMP:20260731T184327 CREATED:20260618T180747Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260618T180747Z UID:5813-1789556400-1789561800@cpcdc.org SUMMARY:Marketing Strategies for the Holidays DESCRIPTION:Are you ready to maximize your marketing during the holidays? Are you wondering how your brand will keep up with the new hustle and bustle habits? Make plans to join Oklahoma SBDC Business Advisors as they walk through marketing strategies for this upcoming holiday season. Attendees will walk away with immediate strategies to ensure you maximize success during the holidays\, along with a copy of the presentation and valuable handouts. \nSpeaker(s): Trinity Lively\, OKSBDC Advisor Dana Brashear\, OKSBDC Advisor \nReasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Language assistance services are available for limited English proficient individuals with appropriate advance notice. Please contact OKSBDC Training Manager Cindy Ruminer by email at cindy.ruminer@oksbdc.org or call 580-745-2877. All SBDC programs and services are extended to the URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/marketing-strategies-for-the-holidays-6 LOCATION:ONLINE END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261105T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261105T130000 DTSTAMP:20260731T184327 CREATED:20260213T213426Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T151846Z UID:5637-1793880000-1793883600@cpcdc.org SUMMARY:CPCDC Lunch and Learn Peace Through Planning DESCRIPTION:Please join us for a fun and practical session to help you have Peace Through Planning! \nDate:   Thursday\, November 5\, 2026\nTime: 12-1 pm\nLocation: CPN- The South Reunion Hall \n  \nDate:   Thursday\, November 19\, 2026\nTime: 12-1 pm\nLocation: The Grand Casino-Deer Room \n**Lunch is provided with registration** \nSpace is limited so sign up ASAP! \n  \nTo register please email angela.franklin@cpcdc.org \nOr call our office at CPCDC 405-878-4697 x 4257 URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/time-and-stress-management LOCATION:South Reunion Hall\, 1702 Gordon Cooper Drive\, Shawnee\, OK\, 74801\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Citizen Potawatomi Community Development Corporation":MAILTO:info@cpcdc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261119T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261119T170000 DTSTAMP:20260731T184327 CREATED:20260213T214046Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T151930Z UID:5645-1795075200-1795107600@cpcdc.org SUMMARY:CPCDC Lunch and Learn Peach Through Planning DESCRIPTION:Please join us for a fun and practical session to help you have Peace Through Planning! \nDate:   Thursday\, November 5\, 2026\nTime: 12-1 pm\nLocation: CPN- The South Reunion Hall \n  \nDate:   Thursday\, November 19\, 2026\nTime: 12-1 pm\nLocation: The Grand Casino-Deer Room \n**Lunch is provided with registration** \nSpace is limited so sign up ASAP! \n  \nTo register please email angela.franklin@cpcdc.org \nOr call our office at CPCDC 405-878-4697 x 4257 URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/time-and-stress-management-2 LOCATION:Grand Casino Hotel & Resort\, 777 Grand Casino Boulevard\, Shawnee\, OK\, 74804\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Citizen Potawatomi Community Development Corporation":MAILTO:info@cpcdc.org END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR