The Small Business Development Center offers free and low-cost training via our spectrum of workshops, conferences, and affordable management seminars geared toward you, the small business owner. The SBDC provides assistance with: government contracting, international trade, production and inventory control, cash flow analysis, and general management for retail, service and manufacturing. An Entrepreneur Resource Library containing a variety of materials including books and publications is located at Rose State College. In addition, online training is available through the OKSBDC website.
In addition- for small businesses with 50 or less employees, the SBDC offers free online sexual harassment training and testing. Call Sandy at 733-7488 for more information.
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Oklahoma Tax Commission New Business Workshop: No charge
9:00 am—Noon
June 3, 2013
August 5, 2013
October 7, 2013
The workshop covers taxes for the State of Oklahoma. During this three-hour session, you will learn about new business registration, business tax report form completion, sales and withholding record keeping requirements, sales tax deductions and exemptions and vendor responsibilities. It is useful for anyone contemplating starting a business. There is no fee for the workshop, however due to limited seating registration is required.
Small Business Federal Tax Workshop: No charge
1:00 pm—3:30 pm
June 3, 2013
July 1, 2013
August 5, 2013
October 7, 2013
Conducted by a representative of Cole and Reed, P.C. Certified Public Accountants, the workshop covers basic IRS Tax requirements. During the three-hour session you will learn about record keeping/bookkeeping systems, business income tax, business deductions, and federal tax forms and filing dates. This information is essential to anyone contemplating starting a business. There is no fee for the workshop, however due to limited seating registration is required.
Managing Small Business Finances: No charge
1:00 pm-3:00 pm
May 28, 2013
August 21, 2013
Thinking of starting a small business? Business loans are difficult to arrange in this economic climate. Small business owners need to take charge and manage their finances smarter. This workshop will provide expert guidance on how small business owners can manage their business finances smarter. Gain a better understanding of cash flow, how to efficiently collect money, keep track of it, save it, and spend or invest it wisely. There is no fee for the workshop, however due to limited seating registration is required.
Government Contracting and the 8(a) and HUBZone Programs: No charge
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Aug 21, 2013
Conducted by SBA experts, this workshop provides information about a federal procurement and business development programs for small disadvantaged businesses. It’s especially valuable for minority companies that have been in business for two years or more. We will discuss the Small Disadvantaged Business program, the HUBZone Empowerment Contracting program, and other sources of procurement assistance. There is no fee for the workshop but due to limited seating registration is required.
Small Business Management Certificate Program, Level 1: $149 or Chamber of Commerce members: $99
Second Thursday of each month for 7 months
2:00 pm-4:00 pm
June 13, 2013
July 11, 2013
August 8, 2013
September 19, 2013
October 10, 2013
November 14, 2013
December 12, 2013
The SBDC Small Business Management Certification program is a highly facilitated, hands-on process for taking control of the twelve (12) core business management disciplines. Business owners learn how to apply key steps to analyze and move their business to the next level of success. One of the core values is Peer-to-Peer feedback where participants partner together to share real-life practical applications. The curriculum is divided into two levels, covering six (6) topics, with each level offered over a three to six-month period. Using your issues and problems, the instructor helps you translate the material into information you can apply that day to your business. You will leverage real-world case examples; use step-by-step instructions, diagrams, and customizable worksheets, along with additional reference information. Level 1 will cover: Cash Flow, Forecasting, Management Control, Target Marketing, Time Management, and Financing. Attendees must pass Level 1 to be able to continue to Level 2.
Sunrise Breakfast: No Charge
7:45 am - 8:45 am
Young entreprenuer, Brent Comstock, will be speaking on his path to entrepreneurial success and will give the audience some pointers to start or grow a business.
Market Research to Grow Your Business: $15
9:00 am- 11:00 am
July 24, 2013
Whether you’re a new or existing business, come learn how to utilize two web-based services that are available to help you identify and research customers, get market data, and access business-to-business data. The goal is to make it easier to find the information you need to grow your business and learn how to put this information into practical use.
In this workshop, you’ll learn:
- to use the BusinessDecision and Reference USA interfaces
- to pull detailed demographic information and consumer spending habits
- to identify new target markets
- to research business-to-business information
- to incorporate this data into your business planning and marketing efforts
NOTE: participants are welcome to bring laptops or other devices to get hands-on instruction.
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