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SUMMARY:Business Basics - Starting and Running Your Own Business
DESCRIPTION:To start your own business you need to know the questions to ask\, location and structure types\, how to register in Oklahoma\, preparation of the business plan\, understanding business financials\, and the steps to getting financed. Federal\, state\, and local resources will also be discussed in this session. This seminar is a broad overview of the different areas to consider when starting a new business. There will be plenty of time allotted to ask questions of the instructors and business experts. \nSpeakers from Francis Tuttle\, Moore Norman Tech\, MidDel Tech\, SCORE\, OKSBDC\, and REI Women’s Business Center. \nPartners: Francis Tuttle Launch Pad\, Moore Norman Tech\, MidDel Tech\, SCORE\, OKSBDC\, and REI Women’s Business Center. \nYou will be redirected to PayPal to pay for registration. Fee is non-refundable. If you cannot attend\, your registration may be able to be transferred to another workshop. \nFunded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. WBC and PRIME 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/business-basics-starting-and-running-your-own-business-7
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:REI WBC,Shawnee Business
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201130T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201130T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T141445
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SUMMARY:PPP PAPERWORK PREP & SBA LOAN WEBINAR
DESCRIPTION:Topic: Financing\n\nZoom Training: Oklahoma SBDC advisors to assist business owners with completing their EIDL (Emergency Injury Disaster Loan) & PPP (Paycheck Protection Program) applications\, as well as the paperwork after disbursement. THIS IS AN ONLINE TRAINING ONLY. NOTE: After registering for this workshop – on the day of the training – we will email you the ZOOM information you will need in order to join the training call. \nSpeaker(s): Dr. Samantha Lankford – Advisor OKSBDC/Cameron University (slankford@cameron.edu) and Jason Hensley\, Senior Vice President/Chief Operations Officer at City National Bank and Trust (jason.hensley@cnbok.com) \nCo-Sponsor(s): Lawton-Fort Sill Chamber of Commerce \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  \nFee: No Cost
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/ppp-paperwork-prep-sba-loan-webinar
LOCATION:ONLINE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201202T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201202T153000
DTSTAMP:20260404T141445
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SUMMARY:Virtual Training: QuickBooks Desktop: All About Transactions
DESCRIPTION:Join us to hear from a certified QuickBooks pro advisor and learn all about Transactions: \n\nWriting a check or using a debit card\nReconciling accounts\nInvoicing your customer\nRecording payments\nCreating a purchase order\nPaying bills and Banking\nAssets & Depreciation\nManaging Liabilities\n\nThere will be plenty of time for discussion with the expert and an addition “tips and shortcuts” sheet provided at the conclusion of the virtual session. \nPresenter:  MJ Brienen\, Certified QuickBooks Pro Advisor\nMJ Brienen is a seasoned professional focused on helping businesses in many stages of development to set-up\, maintain\, or fix their QuickBooks systems.  She works to help uncover the secrets to QuickBooks® and how the program can be used most effectively by businesses.  Brienen has a background in banking\, sales\, project management\, and working with websites. \nProvided by Back Office Success and REI Women’s Business Center. \nPresenter:  MJ Brienen\, Certified QuickBooks Pro Advisor\nMJ Brienen is a seasoned professional focused on helping businesses in many stages of development to set-up\, maintain\, or fix their QuickBooks systems.  She works to help uncover the secrets to QuickBooks® and how the program can be used most effectively by businesses.  Brienen has a background in banking\, sales\, project management\, and working with websites.
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/virtual-training-quickbooks-desktop-all-about-transactions
LOCATION:ONLINE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201203T081500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201203T090000
DTSTAMP:20260404T141445
CREATED:20200623T211922Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200623T211922Z
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SUMMARY:OKC Women's Business Breakfast 2020
DESCRIPTION:The OKC Women’s Business Breakfast is a monthly networking and business-building event. This opportunity enables you to interact with other women in business and potential customers\, build your network\, and market your business!  Bring your business cards and join us for this exclusive networking meeting for women business owners\, professionals and small business resource partners. \nAt this event you can expect to: \nConnect through interactive discussions and activities.\nLearn from other women entrepreneurs and professionals in the area.\nHear the latest in resource services for women entrepreneurs.\nFree to attend.  Breakfast sponsorships available. \nThe OKC Women’s Business Breakfast meets the first Thursday morning of every month.  Breakfast sponsorships are available.  Contact Jennifer Edwards at 800-658-2823 or jedwards@reiok.org. \nPartners: Pioneer Library System\, State Chamber of Oklahoma\, and REI Women’s Business Center. \nFunded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. WBC and PRIME 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/okc-womens-business-breakfast-2020-11
LOCATION:The Walker Building\, 1300 N. Walker Avenue\, Oklahoma City\, OK\, 73103\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free,Networking,REI WBC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201204T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201204T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T141445
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SUMMARY:Quickbooks Training
DESCRIPTION:In this Quickbooks training\, we will cover with following: \n\nMake Deposits\nReceive Payments\nSet up Chart of Accounts\nQBO Dashboard Overview\nEnter Invoices & Sales Receipts\n\nSign up at native360.org/registration. Registration closes at 12:00 pm on the Thursday prior to the event. \n 
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/quickbooks-training
LOCATION:ONLINE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201208T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201208T113000
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CREATED:20200623T212146Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201020T194131Z
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SUMMARY:Business Basics: Financial Management
DESCRIPTION:Creating a sound financial foundation is essential to the longevity of a business. Discover what your balance sheet\, income statement\, and cash flow really mean. This Financial Management workshop will take the mystery out of creating a budget\, setting up a financial dashboard\, and will show you how to set up a healthy financial system. Both new and existing small business owners will benefit from this workshop. \nSpeakers from Francis Tuttle Launch Pad\, Moore Norman Technology Center\, MidDel Technology Center\, SCORE\, OKSBDC\, and REI Women’s Business Center. \nPartners: Francis Tuttle Launch Pad\, Moore Norman Technology Center\, MidDel Technology Center\, SCORE\, OKSBDC and REI Women’s Business Center. \nYou will be redirected to PayPal to pay for registration. Fee is non-refundable. If you cannot attend\, your registration may be able to be transferred to another workshop. \nFunded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. WBC and PRIME 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/business-basics-financial-management-3
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:REI WBC,Shawnee Business
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201208T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201208T143000
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SUMMARY:Virtual Training: Networking for Success
DESCRIPTION:Date/Time: \nDecember 8th\, 2020\nStart Time: 1:00 pm\nEnd Time: 2:30 pm \n\n\nWe know we have to network in order to grow our business.  The questions is how exactly do we wo that.  We will be looking at ways to be more intentional and effective with our networking. \nPresenters: Lissa Qualls\, Clarity\, LLC \nProvided by REI Women’s Business Center \nFunded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. WBC and 7j programs and services are provided on a nondiscriminatory basis. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities and language assistance services for clients with limited English proficiency will be provided if requested at least two weeks in advance. Contact Lori Smith\, WBC Assistant at PO Box 1335\, Durant\, OK 74702 or call 800-658-2823. Registration fees are non-refundable. You will be given a credit for a future training should this event be cancelled. \n\n\n\nPrice: $0.00
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/virtual-training-networking-for-success
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:REI WBC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201209T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201209T103000
DTSTAMP:20260404T141445
CREATED:20201208T213625Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201208T213625Z
UID:1975-1607504400-1607509800@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:PPP Forgiveness Webinars Wednesdays
DESCRIPTION:The SBA Vermont District Office hosts free webinars from 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Wednesdays about the Paycheck Protection Program forgiveness. Topics include criteria\, the process\, changes and more. \nTo access the webinar by phone\, call 1-202-765-1264 and enter the code 984 055 02#. For more information\, email susan.mazza@sba.gov.
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/ppp-forgiveness-webinars-wednesdays
LOCATION:ONLINE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201209T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201209T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T141445
CREATED:20201208T214658Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201208T214658Z
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SUMMARY:Steps to Start a Business
DESCRIPTION:Webinar Training Topics: Business Plan Description: If you are planning to start a business or are in the early stages of launching one\, then this workshop is for you. In this workshop\, you will learn to: Develop your business ideas and planning Consider your legal structure Discuss choosing a name and entity Learn how to obtain an employer identification number\, licenses\, permits and insurance Leave the session with an A-to-Z overview and specific tools and tips that will help you get started quickly. When: Wednesday December 9\, 2020 | 9:00am – 11:00am Where: Online Fee: This class is offered free of charge but space is limited! If you are no longer able to attend the class\, please reach out to us so someone else can take your spot. Instructor: Sarah Glatt Instructions: You will received connection details. We use Office HD Meeting Client if you would like to install the application ahead of time. Please add info.newhampshire@cweonline.org to your safe senders list to ensure you receive registration emails. If you cannot find the login details after registering for the class\, please check your spam folder.
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/steps-to-start-a-business
LOCATION:ONLINE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201209T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201209T113000
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CREATED:20201208T214941Z
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UID:1979-1607508000-1607513400@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:Coronavirus Tax Relief for Employers and Business Owners
DESCRIPTION:About this Event\n\n\nJoin the SBA Wisconsin District Office\, the IRS\, and the U.S. Department of Labor’s Wage and Hour Division to discuss coronavirus tax relief for employers and business owners. \nDuring this webinar\, you’ll learn about the Employee Retention Credit\, and Paid Sick Leave\, and Paid Child Care Leave. These programs offer a credit on employment taxes to business owners who participate. Find out: \n\nWho is eligible to participate\nWho must provide paid leave\, and for whom is it optional?\nHow does the credit on employment taxes work?\nWhat are some pitfalls to avoid?\nWhere can you learn more?
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/coronavirus-tax-relief-for-employers-and-business-owners
LOCATION:ONLINE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201209T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201209T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T141445
CREATED:20201208T215716Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201208T215716Z
UID:1981-1607508000-1607515200@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:CWE Central MA - Social Media Made Simple
DESCRIPTION:Description: \n\nAre you looking for an introduction into how to use social media for your business? In this workshop you will learn: \n\nThe basics for using social media such as Facebook\, LinkedIn\, Twitter\, and Instagram to help your business thrive\nWays to decrease time spent on social media with automation\nHow to integrate different social media into your marketing strategy to bring in additional revenue\nHow you can use social media to target your audience with effective marketing messages\n\nThis workshop is meant for folks that are looking for a high-level overview of how to navigate each social media platform\, and the tools that are available to help you succeed.  \n\nInstructions: \nYou will need to create an account on ECenter Direct prior to registering for a training. However\, if you have used our services in the past your information may already be in our system. If you get the notification stating “Your email address is already connected to an account\, please sign in below\, or click the “Forgot password” link below”\, all you need to do is click “forgot password?” to set up a new password. Take some time to make sure the information in your account is up to date so we can better serve you. After you set up your account\, registering for our workshops will be very quick and simple! \nIf you have any questions\, please contact us a info.centralma@cweonline.org \nThank you!
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/cwe-central-ma-social-media-made-simple
LOCATION:ONLINE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201209T104500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201209T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T141445
CREATED:20201208T220010Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201208T220010Z
UID:1984-1607510700-1607515200@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:Starting A Small Business: The First Steps
DESCRIPTION:In this workshop\, participants will learn about discovering their target markets and gaining a better appreciation of why businesses need to understand their customers. Participants will also learn the steps in registering their business with the federal\, state and local agencies. Participants will learn the basics of understanding the importance of cash flow projections and various funding alternatives. Date: Wednesday\, December 9\, 2020\, 10:45 am to 12:00 pm Location: Registered attendees will be sent a Zoom link to participate virtually Cost: Free
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/starting-a-small-business-the-first-steps
LOCATION:ONLINE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201209T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201209T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T141445
CREATED:20201124T203303Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201124T203303Z
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SUMMARY:Virtual Training: Business and Social Etiquette
DESCRIPTION:Date/Time: \nDecember 9th\, 2020\nStart Time: 1:00 pm\nEnd Time: 2:00 pm \n\n\nThe mere thought of mixing and mingling with strangers is enough to make some people break out in a sweat. Knowing how to handle one’s self with poise adds to an individual’s overall effectiveness when representing an organization at social and business events. \nPresenter:  Sara Paape\, 3 Raptor Consulting \nProvided by REI Oklahoma 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. Registration fees are non-refundable. You will be given a credit for a future training should this event be cancelled.
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/virtual-training-business-and-social-etiquette
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:REI WBC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201209T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201209T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T141445
CREATED:20201208T220317Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201208T220317Z
UID:1986-1607526000-1607529600@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:Pandemic Pivoting: Mentally Tough Times with Deb Lewis
DESCRIPTION:Program Format: Online Meeting (Live)\nTraining Topics: Cash Flow Management\, COVID-19 General Support\, Managing a Business\nDescription: \n\nJoin us for this month’s Pandemic Pivoting on Mentally Tough Times with Deb Lewis. \nWhat if handling people-stress is the key to greater success?\n\nColonel Deb’s unique ‘Mentally Tough Women’ (MTW) approach will guide you to handle even bigger challenges\, while building stronger relationships and teams.\nJoin us December 9th for lessons on how to ‘armor up’ with mental toughness and use people-stress to your advantage. \nAbout Deb \nDeb Lewis is a West Point graduate from its first class with women. A retired Army Colonel and Harvard MBA\, Deb commanded three US Army Corps of Engineer Districts\, including a $2.1B reconstruction program in combat. She survived the attack on the Pentagon on 9/11\, while serving on the Joint Staff antiterrorism team. Colonel Deb led while under fire\, and her experiences help others become better leaders. Her proven strategies\, insights\, and tools will arm you with exactly what you need in good times and times of crisis.
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/pandemic-pivoting-mentally-tough-times-with-deb-lewis
LOCATION:ONLINE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201210T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201210T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T141445
CREATED:20201208T220740Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201208T220740Z
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SUMMARY:Navigating PPP Forgiveness
DESCRIPTION:About this Event\n\n\nJoin the SBA Minnesota District Office to get up-to-date information on the Paycheck Protection Program forgiveness application and process. \nDuring this webinar\, we will walk you through the forgiveness application process and give you tips on how to work more successfully with your SBA lender to maximize PPP loan forgiveness for your business. \nA Q&A session will follow the presentation.
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/navigating-ppp-forgiveness
LOCATION:ONLINE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201211T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201211T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T141445
CREATED:20201022T172601Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201022T172601Z
UID:1945-1607688000-1607691600@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:Quickbooks Training
DESCRIPTION:In this Quickbooks training\, we will cover with following: \n\nPay Bills\nEnter Bills/Expenses\nEnter loan/CC Payments\nPrepare/Read Financial Reports\n\nSign up at native360.org/registration. Registration closes at 12:00 pm on the Thursday prior to the event.
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/quickbooks-training-2
LOCATION:ONLINE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201214T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201214T103000
DTSTAMP:20260404T141445
CREATED:20200918T210617Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200918T210617Z
UID:1859-1607936400-1607941800@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:SMALL BUSINESS TAX WORKSHOP
DESCRIPTION:Kiamichi Technology Center Multipurpose East #718 \nBusiness structure\, sales tax exemptions\, form completion\, new business registration\, withholding\, tax filing requirements\, vendor responsibilities. \nSpeaker(s): Dewey Brandon OTC \nCo-Sponsor(s):  OTC\, KTC & SBDC \nReasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Language assistance services are available for limited English proficient individuals with appropriate advance notice. Please contact OKSBDC Training Manager Cindy Ruminer by email at cindy.ruminer@oksbdc.org or call 580-745-2877. \nFee: No Cost \nPhone: 9183023640\nEmail: cindy.ruminer@oksbdc.org \nLOCATION\nKiamichi Technology Center\nMultipurpose East #718\n301 Kiamichi Drive\nMcAlester\, OK  74501
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/small-business-tax-workshop-9
LOCATION:Kiamichi Technology Center – Poteau\, 1301 West Liberty Road\, Poteau\, OK\, 74953\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free,Oklahoma Small Business Development Centers,Shawnee Business
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201214T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201214T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T141445
CREATED:20200918T211658Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200918T211658Z
UID:1861-1607941800-1607947200@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:BUSINESS START UP WORKSHOP
DESCRIPTION:Kiamichi Technology Center Multipurpose East #718 \nBusiness start up walkthrough and business planning \nSpeaker(s): Dana Hugle & Henry Lehr \nCo-Sponsor(s):  KTC \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. \nFee: No Cost \nPhone: 9183023640\nEmail: cindy.ruminer@oksbdc.org \nLOCATION\nKiamichi Technology Center\nMultipurpose East #718\n301 Kiamichi Drive\nMcAlester\, OK  74501
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/business-start-up-workshop-10
LOCATION:Kiamichi Technology Center – Poteau\, 1301 West Liberty Road\, Poteau\, OK\, 74953\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free,Oklahoma Small Business Development Centers,Shawnee Business
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201215T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201215T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T141445
CREATED:20201211T174000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201211T174000Z
UID:2021-1608033600-1608037200@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:Selling Through Social - Develop Your Strategy for the New Year
DESCRIPTION:Selling doesn’t have to feel uncomfortable or icky. You can use your social platforms to sell to potential clients and customers using simple\, targeted and authentic tactics—and that’s what you’ll learn in this webinar. \n\nDon’t let your social media platforms serve only as a brand tool. Get active and use them as a way to truly build your business\, one new connection at a time. \n\nAt the end of the actionable webinar\, presented by CEO\, content marketing expert\, author and coach Jessica Thiefels\, you’ll walk away with a clear and easy to implement strategy for selling through social. \nParticipants will learn: \n\nStrategies for connecting before selling\nA clear and simple formula for finding and qualifying potential leads\nAn outline of your pitch flow\nThe sales process I used to get 50+ women into my paid membership\n\n\nPresented by Jessica Thiefels\n \n\nJessica Thiefels is the author of\, 10 Questions That Answer Life’s Biggest Questions\, podcast host of Mindset Reset Radio\, CEO of Jessica Thiefels Consulting\, an organic content marketing agency and Founder of the Marketing From the Gut\, a Coaching membership. \nShe’s been writing for more than 10 years and has been featured in top publications including Forbes and Entrepreneur. She also contributes to Glassdoor\, Fast Company\, Outbrain\, Score.org and more.
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/selling-through-social-develop-your-strategy-for-the-new-year
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Free,Oklahoma Small Business Development Centers,Online,SCORE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201215T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201215T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T141445
CREATED:20201124T203929Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201124T203929Z
UID:1965-1608040800-1608044400@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Workshop: Make Better Business Decisions with Analytics
DESCRIPTION:Date/Time: \nDecember 15th\, 2020\nStart Time: 2:00 pm\nEnd Time: 3:00 pm \n\n\nUse Google Analytics to gain valuable insights that help you to make more strategic business decisions. \nIN THIS SESSION\, WE’LL SHOW YOU HOW TO \n\nLearn which search terms and sources drive the most traffic\nSee demographic information for your most profitable customers\nUnderstand what content your audience is most interested in\nEvaluate which channels drive the most conversions\n\n\nPresenter  \nMaria Elena Duron\n\n\nMaria is a Grow With Google Professional Trainer and an accredited Email Marketing Trainer. She helps small businesses\, startups\, professionals & creators unleash the power of marketing in moments. Her wide range of clients includes hotels\, restaurants\, inventors\, authors\, and web series creators.\n.\nMaria is a guest lecturer at the University of Texas SBDC and a contributing columnist for publications like Business Insider\, American Business Journal\, Fox Business\, US News & World Report\, Entrepreneur\, The Huffington Post\, and The Young Entrepreneurs Council. Maria was awarded the Texas Governor’s Excellence in Small Business Award and is the founder of #brandchat\, a recognized online chat focused on marketing and branding.\n\n\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. Registration fees are non-refundable. You will be given a credit for a future training should this event be cancelled. \n  \n\n\n\n\nPrice: $0.00
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/virtual-workshop-make-better-business-decisions-with-analytics
LOCATION:ONLINE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201216T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201216T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T141445
CREATED:20200918T212227Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201020T194219Z
UID:1863-1608109200-1608120000@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:BUSINESS SMART WORKSHOP
DESCRIPTION:Oklahoma Cooperative Extension Services SBDC Cleveland County OSU Extension Office\n601 East Robinson – Room C \nTopic: Business Basics \nBusiness Smart workshop will focus on successful ways for starting and operating a business. Topics to be covered include business planning\, marketing\, budgeting and financing options.\nAfter the seminar attendees will continue to receive counseling on an individual basis to address specific needs. \nSpeaker(s): OKSBDC \nCo-Sponsor(s): OKSBDC \nFor questions or inquiries\, contact James Arati – Tel: 405 321 4774 \nFee: No Cost \nPhone: 405-321-4774\nEmail: James.Arati@oksbdc.org \nLOCATION\nONLINE
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/business-smart-workshop-3
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Free,Oklahoma Small Business Development Centers,Shawnee Business
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201216T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201216T153000
DTSTAMP:20260404T141445
CREATED:20201124T204339Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201124T204339Z
UID:1967-1608123600-1608132600@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Training: QuickBooks Desktop: All About Reports
DESCRIPTION:Date/Time: \nDecember 16th\, 2020\nStart Time: 1:00 pm\nEnd Time: 3:30 pm \n\n\nJoin us to hear from a certified QuickBooks pro advisor and learn all about Reports: \n\nReports in the Customer and Vendor Center\nSales Tax Liability Report\nProfit & Loss and Balance Sheets Reports\nCreating Customized Reports\nFiltering & Memorizing Reports\nSending Reports to Excel\n\nThere will be plenty of time for discussion with the expert and an addition “tips and shortcuts” sheet provided at the conclusion of the virtual session. \nPresenter:  MJ Brienen\, Certified QuickBooks Pro Advisor\nMJ Brienen is a seasoned professional focused on helping businesses in many stages of development to set-up\, maintain\, or fix their QuickBooks systems.  She works to help uncover the secrets to QuickBooks® and how the program can be used most effectively by businesses.  Brienen has a background in banking\, sales\, project management\, and working with websites. \nProvided by Back Office Success 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-training-quickbooks-desktop-all-about-reports
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Quickbooks,REI WBC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201217T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201217T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T141445
CREATED:20201208T210017Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201208T210017Z
UID:1973-1608210000-1608213600@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Training: Business Tax Basics & Ask the Expert
DESCRIPTION:Join us to view an informative video presentation from the Oklahoma Tax Commission\, which offers detailed information on: business formation\, business structures\, sales tax exemption\, new business registration in Oklahoma and explanation of the primary business tax forms.  Following the video\, we’ll hear from Savannah Dixon of Vann Dixon\, CPA who will provide further information on small business tax concerns and answer any specific questions from participants. \nFunded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. WBC and PRIME programs and services are provided on a nondiscriminatory basis. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities and language assistance services for clients with limited English proficiency will be provided if requested at least two weeks in advance. Contact Lori Smith\, WBC Assistant at PO Box 1335\, Durant\, OK 74702 or call 800-658-2823.
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/virtual-training-business-tax-basics-ask-the-expert-5
LOCATION:ONLINE
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201228T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201228T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T141445
CREATED:20201228T215232Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201228T215232Z
UID:2065-1609142400-1609174800@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:Social Media Marketing
DESCRIPTION:From creating a social media marketing strategy to managing content\, join for a session on e-commerce marketing.\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout this Event\n\n\nFuture Proof is a program that assists businesses with identifying new markets\, pivoting their business model\, and developing and implementing a deep digital transformation plan. Join via Zoom link below. \n  \nSocial Media has almost become a prerequisite to creating community for your business and connecting with your customers. When used effectively\, social media can be an incredibly effective growth strategy to engage existing customers and to attract new customers to both your retail location and online store. \n  \nSocial media marketing doesn’t have to be complicated or time consuming. In this online interactive Q&A\, we’ll teach you simple systems that you can use to grow your business\, connect with your customers\, and make more sales. \n  \nJoin us for a short presentation on: \n● How to create and execute a social media plan \n● The best social media strategies to get traffic to your offline and online business. \n● Using social media to grow your ecommerce sales \n● How to create great content that brings in more customers \n  \nFollowed by a Q&A session \n● We’ll discuss some of the unique challenges small business owners are facing and how to deal with them \n● You will get the opportunity to have your questions answered by entrepreneurs who understand the challenges you’re going through \n  \nSign up today to secure your spot and start growing your business. \n  \nPlease register and complete the survey questions upon checkout. Please note that this session will be recorded. Join via Zoom link here at 2pm.
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/social-media-marketing-2
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:BizLaunch,Free,Marketing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201228T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201228T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T141445
CREATED:20201217T203430Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201217T203454Z
UID:2036-1609160400-1609164000@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:Creating Your Operational Budget
DESCRIPTION:To register\, please click: ntv.bz/budget \nJoin us to learn how to create a simple operational budget for next year. The National Congress of American Indians has partnered with Google to deliver over $1\,000\,000 of small grants for Native entrepreneurs.  When applying for the grant\, the NCAI Stabilization Grant program for Native-Owned Small Businesses Impacted by the Coronavirus Pandemic requires that you complete an operational budget.  We want to make sure that you are prepared to apply. \nIn this webinar\, we’ll discuss the budgeting process and use IDRS’ Cash Flow projection tool to develop a budget for next year that you can use in your grant application.  You will learn how to estimate sales and expenses and where you can go to get information that you can use in creating your budget.  And because creating a budget is an important business planning tool\, the principles in this workshop will be helpful for your business whether you decide to apply for the grant or not. \nThis workshop is FREE and OPEN to ALL community members.  The workshop will take place on Monday\, December 28th at 11:00 am Pacific / 12:00 pm Mountain / 1:00 pm Central. This workshop will be delivered online utilizing the Zoom platform. The workshop can be taken on computers and smartphones. \nAbout our presenter: \nMark Thompson serves the Executive Director of Indian Dispute Resolution Services.  He also guides the IDRS Acorn Project\, IDRS’ microenterprise development program\, where he provides entrepreneurial training and technical assistance to Native American entrepreneurs and works with businesses operated by Native American tribes to conduct feasibility studies\, develop business plans\, establish internal accounting procedures and secure grant funding to further economic development through the creation of small businesses in Indian Country. \nOutside of his work for IDRS\, Mark has formally been involved in several small businesses including a real estate company\, a restaurant\, and a mobile disc jockey service.  Mr. Thompson received his BS in Business from University of California\, Berkeley and completed the Juris Doctorate degree from the University of the Pacific\, McGeorge School of Law in Sacramento. He lives outside Sacramento\, California where he and his wife Mandi operate a small horse boarding facility and are raising two children\, Zane and Marina. \nThis workshop is being funded in part by the USDA Rural Development\, the Small Business Administration\, and the California Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development.
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/creating-your-operational-budget
LOCATION:ONLINE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201229T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201229T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T141445
CREATED:20201211T174814Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201211T174814Z
UID:2023-1609243200-1609246800@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:Disaster Preparedness for Small Businesses
DESCRIPTION:It’s not a question of if\, but when the next disaster will strike. Is your business prepared for the next major disaster event? \nThis webinar\, presented by Alex Contreras\, Director of Preparedness\, Communication and Coordination at SBA’s Office of Disaster Assistance\, will provide steps to prepare and recover from disasters so that your business is resilient. \nPresented by Alejandro Contreras \n\nAlejandro is the Director of Preparedness\, Communication and Coordination for the U.S. Small Business Administration’s Office of Disaster Assistance. Since 1953\, the SBA has approved over $67 billion in affordable disaster loan assistance to more than 2.2 million homeowners\, renters\, businesses and nonprofit organizations for natural disasters. \nPowered by the U.S. Small Business Administration
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/disaster-preparedness-for-small-businesses
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Free,Oklahoma Small Business Development Centers,Online,SCORE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201229T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201229T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T141445
CREATED:20201217T203621Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201217T203621Z
UID:2039-1609246800-1609250400@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:Beginning Recordkeeping for Small Businesses
DESCRIPTION:To register\, please click: ntv.bz/records \nRecordkeeping is important for all businesses. Keeping good “books” will help you better plan your business in the future and allow you to accurately report on your activities whether that is to the tax man or the bank for a loan. In this webinar\, Mark Thompson\, IDRS’ Executive Director\, will lead participants through a discussion on the importance of recordkeeping\, some simple methods of how to keep good records\, and the types of information that are most important for you to keep. \nThis workshop is FREE and OPEN to ALL community members.  The workshop will take place on Tuesday\, December 29th at 11:00 am Pacific / 12:00 pm Mountain / 1:00 pm Central. This workshop will be delivered online utilizing the Zoom platform. The workshop can be taken on computers and smartphones. \nAbout our presenter:\nMark Thompson serves the Executive Director of Indian Dispute Resolution Services.  He also guides the IDRS Acorn Project\, IDRS’ microenterprise development program\, where he provides entrepreneurial training and technical assistance to Native American entrepreneurs and works with businesses operated by Native American tribes to conduct feasibility studies\, develop business plans\, establish internal accounting procedures and secure grant funding to further economic development through the creation of small businesses in Indian Country. \nOutside of his work for IDRS\, Mark has formally been involved in several small businesses including a real estate company\, a restaurant\, and a mobile disc jockey service.  Mr. Thompson received his BS in Business from University of California\, Berkeley and completed the Juris Doctorate degree from the University of the Pacific\, McGeorge School of Law in Sacramento. He lives outside Sacramento\, California where he and his wife Mandi operate a small horse boarding facility and are raising two children\, Zane and Marina. \nThis workshop is being funded in part by the USDA Rural Development\, the Small Business Administration\, and the California Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development.
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/beginning-recordkeeping-for-small-businesses
LOCATION:ONLINE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210105T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210105T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T141445
CREATED:20201211T175512Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201211T175512Z
UID:2025-1609848000-1609851600@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:Google Analytics 102 - Setting Goals\, Tracking Data and Analyzing Reports
DESCRIPTION:Now that you’ve attended the webinar Google Analytics 101- Improve Your Online Business by Understanding Essential Data\, and applied the suggested action items\, you’re ready to take the next step in developing a deeper understanding of how Google Analytics can benefit your business. \nGoogle Analytics is a fantastic tool. Best part is\, it’s free to use for everyone! No matter if you have a 2-page website or a massive eCommerce website\, you can use Google Analytics to understand how your customers are using your website and where you can improve their experience. \nIn this continuation webinar\, expert in business data analytics Mo Hossain will focus on the steps of creating goals for your business that you can track through Google Analytics and review through the built-in reports. \nYou’ll also learn the importance of: \n\nAnalytics\nHow to create SMART goals\nAsking the right questions of your data based on the goals you create\n\nNote: If you have not already\, please watch the Google Analytics 101 recorded webinar before this workshop\, so these concepts are easier to understand: https://www.score.org/event/google-analytics-101-improve-your-online-business-understanding-essential-data\n \nPresented by Mo Hossain \n\n\n\nMo Hossain is a volunteer Workshop Presenter for SCORE and an expert in Technology Strategy & Digital Business Analysis. Mo previously worked in NYC and London with international companies for several years\, where he helped major retailers\, media and technology companies make sure their customers were having a great user experience. \nAfter working as a Sales Engineer\, Solutions Consultant\, Software Developer and DevOps Engineer\, he decided to open up his own business\, Data Up\, to help small and medium-size businesses understand their data and create a better online experience so their customers keep coming back.
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/google-analytics-102-setting-goals-tracking-data-and-analyzing-reports
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Free,Online,SCORE
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210106T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210106T153000
DTSTAMP:20260404T141445
CREATED:20201211T162556Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201211T162556Z
UID:1991-1609938000-1609947000@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Event: QuickBooks Desktop: All About Lists
DESCRIPTION:Join us to hear from a certified QuickBooks pro advisor and learn all about lists: \n\nThe chart of accounts\nEditing\, Merging\, Renaming\, Making Accounts Inactive\nCustomer\, Vendor and Product Lists\nSales Tax and Class Tracking Lists\n\nThere will be plenty of time for discussion with the expert and an addition “tips and shortcuts” sheet provided at the conclusion of the virtual session. \nPresenter: MJ Brienen\, Certifed QuickBooks Pro Advisor\, MJ Brienen is a seasoned professional focused on helping businesses in many stages of development to set-up\, maintain\, or fix their QuickBooks systems.  She works to help uncover the secrets to QuickBooks® and how the program can be used most effectively by businesses.  Brienen has a background in banking\, sales\, project management\, and working with websites. \nWorkshop provided by: Back Office Success 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-event-quickbooks-desktop-all-about-lists
LOCATION:ONLINE
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210107T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210107T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T141445
CREATED:20201211T175641Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201211T175641Z
UID:2027-1610020800-1610024400@cpcdc.org
SUMMARY:2021’s Hottest Businesses\, Markets & Trends
DESCRIPTION:We all know 2020 was not a typical year for small businesses\, and the factors that impacted us this year will continue to affect us in 2021. \nBut\, while we’re still facing a lot of unknowns\, there are some things we do know. And we’ll discuss them in this webinar. \nJoin this timely session\, presented by small business expert and best-selling author Rieva Lesonsky\, where you’ll learn about the breakthrough small business ideas and industries that are breaking through and reaching consumers. You’ll find out about America’s changing demographics\, attitudes\, and consumer behaviors\, and how your small business can best adapt and address them\, such as: \n\nThe industry that’s soaring right now and how small retailers can take advantage\nHow restaurants can transform their operations\nWhich consumer behaviors have shifted\, and how you can reach those customers\nHow COVID-19 has created entrepreneurial opportunities\nHow to pivot your small business to address changing consumer demands\n\nWhether you’re a startup entrepreneur or have owned your business for years\, you’ll want to learn how you can adjust to and take advantage of today’s changing marketplace.\nPresented by Rieva Lesonski\nRieva Lesonsky is president and CEO of GrowBiz Media\, a custom content and media company focusing on small business and entrepreneurship\, and the blog SmallBizDaily.com. \nShe’s a nationally-known speaker\, best-selling author\, and authority on entrepreneurship and has covered the industry for more than 30 years. Prior to starting GrowBiz Media\, she was the long-time Editorial Director of Entrepreneur magazine.
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/2021s-hottest-businesses-markets-trends
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Free,Marketing,Oklahoma Small Business Development Centers,Online,SCORE
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