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SUMMARY:Pathways Into Business (OVCDC)
DESCRIPTION:Pathways Into Business…Creating Your Successful Business Plan \nPlanning is an essential task to launch and grow your business. While many businesses have been created without creating a business plan\, almost all businesses do some sort of planning\, even if on the back of a napkin. The Pathways Into Business workshop will introduce you to business planning and walk you through the components of a business plan so that you will know what questions you should be answering as you begin your business journey. \nJoin us on Wednesday\, January 5th at 5:30 pm Pacific for the first of four sessions on the business planning process. In this workshop series we’ll:\n* Identify the components of the business plan and which are the most important answers you need to start your business\n* Describe your products and services and learn the importance of emphasizing benefits to your customers\n* Test the feasibility of your business and explore your potential customers and competitors\n* Learn about different methods to finance your business \nThe workshop series consists of four sessions:\nSession 1 (Planning) – Wednesday\, January 5th at 5:30 PM Pacific.\nSession 2 (Products) – Wednesday\, January 12th at 5:30 PM Pacific.\nSession 3 (Market Research) – Wednesday\, January 19th at 5:30 PM Pacific\nSession 4 (Financing) – Wednesday\, January 25th at 5:30 PM Pacific \nThis workshop will be delivered online utilizing the Zoom platform. The workshop can be taken on computers and smartphones. \nRegistration is open to participants of the Owens Valley Career Development Programs.  Please contact Amara Keller at akeller@ovcdc.com for registration information. \nWe look forward to seeing you there! \nAbout Your Presenters: \nLynn Wilson (Cherokee) serves as the Microenterprise Development Specialist for the IDRS Acorn Project. She has championed small businesses and entrepreneurs for 16 years working with tribal communities across Indian Country. Lynn’s work has focused on entrepreneurial training\, business counseling\, economic and demographic and social research related to economic development. For nine years she taught part-time for the School of Business and Technology at Rogers State University and she most recently joined the staff at IAIA teaching Advanced Entrepreneurship under the Business and Entrepreneurship certificate program. Lynn received her M.B.A and Professional Certification in Entrepreneurship from Cameron University and is a certified market research specialist through the National Center for Economic Gardening. She lives in Claremore\, OK with her husband Clint (also a citizen of Cherokee Nation) and their two sons\, Chandler and Quinton. \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 California Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development\, Bank of America Charitable Foundation\, and MUFG Union Bank Foundation.
URL:https://www.nativebiz.org/event/pathways-into-business-ovcdc/2022-01-05/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mark Thompson":MAILTO:mark@idrsinc.org
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SUMMARY:Building Your Dream Website with Squarespace
DESCRIPTION:Do you want a website for your business but don’t have hundreds or thousands of dollars to hire a website developer? \nIn today’s digitalized world\, having a website is more of a necessity than just a trend. Everyone is looking for the best ways to build an online presence. The truth is\, having a great website doesn’t take a lot of special skills. There are numerous template-based website creators that allow you to create responsive and attention-grabbing websites with NO coding skills. \nJoin IDRS Microenterprise Development Specialist\, Lynn Wilson\, as she provides tips\, techniques\, and tools that will allow you to easily build a website for your business. \nThis a 3-part workshop and will take place on Monday\, July 12th; Wednesday\, July 14th; and Monday\, July 19th at 6:00 pm Mountain Time.  This workshop will be delivered online utilizing the Zoom platform.  The workshop can be taken on computers and smartphones. \nYou can register by visiting: www.iaia.edu/cecourses \nThere is a $12 registration fee to be paid to IAIA Continuing Education. \nHere is an agenda for the workshop \nSession 1 \n\nWhy have a website\nWebsite host VS domain name\nSelecting a website host\nHow to select a domain and things to consider\nCreating a Website outline and best practices for keeping images\, graphics\, copy organized.\n\nSession 2 \n\nSign Up for your website\nSelecting a Template in Squarespace\nSelect a custom domain\nSquarespace Menu: Setting up your pages\n\nSession 3 \n\nDeveloping graphics\, banners and backgrounds\n\nAbout your presenter: \nLynn Wilson (Cherokee) serves as the Microenterprise Development Specialist for the IDRS Acorn Project. She has championed small businesses and entrepreneurs for 16 years working with tribal communities across Indian Country. Lynn’s work has focused on entrepreneurial training\, business counseling\, economic and demographic and social research related to economic development. For nine years she taught part-time for the School of Business and Technology at Rogers State University and she most recently joined the staff at IAIA teaching Advanced Entrepreneurship under the Business and Entrepreneurship certificate program. Lynn received her M.B.A and Professional Certification in Entrepreneurship from Cameron University and is a certified market research specialist through the National Center for Economic Gardening. She lives in Claremore\, OK with her husband Clint (also a citizen of Cherokee Nation) and their two sons\, Chandler and Quinton. \nThis workshop is sponsored by the Institute of American Indian Arts (IAIA) Continuing Education program. \nFor more information about the Institute of American Indian Arts Continuing Education Program\, please visit: iaia.edu/outreach/continuing-education/
URL:https://www.nativebiz.org/event/building-your-dream-website-with-squarespace/2021-07-19/
CATEGORIES:Online Training
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SUMMARY:Building Your Dream Website with Squarespace
DESCRIPTION:Do you want a website for your business but don’t have hundreds or thousands of dollars to hire a website developer? \nIn today’s digitalized world\, having a website is more of a necessity than just a trend. Everyone is looking for the best ways to build an online presence. The truth is\, having a great website doesn’t take a lot of special skills. There are numerous template-based website creators that allow you to create responsive and attention-grabbing websites with NO coding skills. \nJoin IDRS Microenterprise Development Specialist\, Lynn Wilson\, as she provides tips\, techniques\, and tools that will allow you to easily build a website for your business. \nThis a 3-part workshop and will take place on Monday\, July 12th; Wednesday\, July 14th; and Monday\, July 19th at 6:00 pm Mountain Time.  This workshop will be delivered online utilizing the Zoom platform.  The workshop can be taken on computers and smartphones. \nYou can register by visiting: www.iaia.edu/cecourses \nThere is a $12 registration fee to be paid to IAIA Continuing Education. \nHere is an agenda for the workshop \nSession 1 \n\nWhy have a website\nWebsite host VS domain name\nSelecting a website host\nHow to select a domain and things to consider\nCreating a Website outline and best practices for keeping images\, graphics\, copy organized.\n\nSession 2 \n\nSign Up for your website\nSelecting a Template in Squarespace\nSelect a custom domain\nSquarespace Menu: Setting up your pages\n\nSession 3 \n\nDeveloping graphics\, banners and backgrounds\n\nAbout your presenter: \nLynn Wilson (Cherokee) serves as the Microenterprise Development Specialist for the IDRS Acorn Project. She has championed small businesses and entrepreneurs for 16 years working with tribal communities across Indian Country. Lynn’s work has focused on entrepreneurial training\, business counseling\, economic and demographic and social research related to economic development. For nine years she taught part-time for the School of Business and Technology at Rogers State University and she most recently joined the staff at IAIA teaching Advanced Entrepreneurship under the Business and Entrepreneurship certificate program. Lynn received her M.B.A and Professional Certification in Entrepreneurship from Cameron University and is a certified market research specialist through the National Center for Economic Gardening. She lives in Claremore\, OK with her husband Clint (also a citizen of Cherokee Nation) and their two sons\, Chandler and Quinton. \nThis workshop is sponsored by the Institute of American Indian Arts (IAIA) Continuing Education program. \nFor more information about the Institute of American Indian Arts Continuing Education Program\, please visit: iaia.edu/outreach/continuing-education/
URL:https://www.nativebiz.org/event/building-your-dream-website-with-squarespace/2021-07-14/
CATEGORIES:Online Training
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SUMMARY:Building Your Dream Website with Squarespace
DESCRIPTION:Do you want a website for your business but don’t have hundreds or thousands of dollars to hire a website developer? \nIn today’s digitalized world\, having a website is more of a necessity than just a trend. Everyone is looking for the best ways to build an online presence. The truth is\, having a great website doesn’t take a lot of special skills. There are numerous template-based website creators that allow you to create responsive and attention-grabbing websites with NO coding skills. \nJoin IDRS Microenterprise Development Specialist\, Lynn Wilson\, as she provides tips\, techniques\, and tools that will allow you to easily build a website for your business. \nThis a 3-part workshop and will take place on Monday\, July 12th; Wednesday\, July 14th; and Monday\, July 19th at 6:00 pm Mountain Time.  This workshop will be delivered online utilizing the Zoom platform.  The workshop can be taken on computers and smartphones. \nYou can register by visiting: www.iaia.edu/cecourses \nThere is a $12 registration fee to be paid to IAIA Continuing Education. \nHere is an agenda for the workshop \nSession 1 \n\nWhy have a website\nWebsite host VS domain name\nSelecting a website host\nHow to select a domain and things to consider\nCreating a Website outline and best practices for keeping images\, graphics\, copy organized.\n\nSession 2 \n\nSign Up for your website\nSelecting a Template in Squarespace\nSelect a custom domain\nSquarespace Menu: Setting up your pages\n\nSession 3 \n\nDeveloping graphics\, banners and backgrounds\n\nAbout your presenter: \nLynn Wilson (Cherokee) serves as the Microenterprise Development Specialist for the IDRS Acorn Project. She has championed small businesses and entrepreneurs for 16 years working with tribal communities across Indian Country. Lynn’s work has focused on entrepreneurial training\, business counseling\, economic and demographic and social research related to economic development. For nine years she taught part-time for the School of Business and Technology at Rogers State University and she most recently joined the staff at IAIA teaching Advanced Entrepreneurship under the Business and Entrepreneurship certificate program. Lynn received her M.B.A and Professional Certification in Entrepreneurship from Cameron University and is a certified market research specialist through the National Center for Economic Gardening. She lives in Claremore\, OK with her husband Clint (also a citizen of Cherokee Nation) and their two sons\, Chandler and Quinton. \nThis workshop is sponsored by the Institute of American Indian Arts (IAIA) Continuing Education program. \nFor more information about the Institute of American Indian Arts Continuing Education Program\, please visit: iaia.edu/outreach/continuing-education/
URL:https://www.nativebiz.org/event/building-your-dream-website-with-squarespace/2021-07-12/
CATEGORIES:Online Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mark Thompson":MAILTO:mark@idrsinc.org
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SUMMARY:Etsy Craft Entrepreneurship Online
DESCRIPTION:To register\, please click: ntv.bz/sbdc \nThe IDRS Acorn Project is hosting a free live online workshop for artists and craftsmen who are interested in learning how to sell their goods through Etsy.  Etsy is the leading global marketplace for selling handmade and vintage goods to more than 40 million customers. IDRS has created the Etsy Craft Entrepreneurship Workshop for Native artists/crafters that are looking to expand their customer base beyond the boundaries of their own community and sell to consumers world-wide. \n \nThe course is taught by award-winning Cherokee artist\, MaryBeth Timothy.  MaryBeth and her husband operate MoonHawk Art LLC\, an art business located in Muskogee Oklahoma which specializes in Native American and wildlife art. \nMaryBeth creates new original art and through sublimation printing\, offers her and her husband’s images on a variety of items\, such as ceramic decorative tiles\, coffee mugs\,  cuff bracelets and t-shirts.  While MaryBeth primarily sells through venues such as gift shops and art markets\, she has been able to expand and reach a worldwide market through her Esty store. \nThe Etsy class will take place over four 2-hour sessions.  The first session will be on Monday\,  May 10th at 5:00 pm Pacific / 6:00 pm Mountain / 7:00 pm Central / 8:00 pm Eastern.  The second through fourth sessions will be at same time on Tuesday\, May 11th; Wednesday\, May 12th; and Thursday\, May 13th.  The workshop is free and open all entrepreneurs. \nThis workshop will be delivered online utilizing the Zoom platform. The workshop can be taken on computers and smartphones. \nCourse Agenda \nDay 1\nIntroductions\nBreak\nCourse overview\nWhy sell on Etsy? \nDay 2\nRecap of session 1\nHomework discussion\nHow to stand out on Etsy\nWhat you need to do before opening your Etsy store\nBreak\nTaking great product photos \nDay 3\nRecap of session 2\nHomework discussion\nHow to list your items on Etsy\nBreak\nEtsy search engine optimization\nIndian Arts & Crafts Act\nPricing & fees\nEtsy payment\nDeveloping your store policies \nDay 4\nRecap of session 3\nHomework discussion\nCreating your store profile\nSales strategies\nBreak\nCommunicating with customers\nShipping products\nCollecting sales tax\nPromoting your store on Social media\nHow to set up coupons and special offers\nWhere to get help. \n \nThis workshop is being presented in partnership with the Nevada Small Business Development Center.  The workshop is funded in part by the USDA Rural Development and the Small Business Administration
URL:https://www.nativebiz.org/event/etsy-may-2021/2021-05-13/
CATEGORIES:Online Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mark Thompson":MAILTO:mark@idrsinc.org
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SUMMARY:Etsy Craft Entrepreneurship Online
DESCRIPTION:To register\, please click: ntv.bz/sbdc \nThe IDRS Acorn Project is hosting a free live online workshop for artists and craftsmen who are interested in learning how to sell their goods through Etsy.  Etsy is the leading global marketplace for selling handmade and vintage goods to more than 40 million customers. IDRS has created the Etsy Craft Entrepreneurship Workshop for Native artists/crafters that are looking to expand their customer base beyond the boundaries of their own community and sell to consumers world-wide. \n \nThe course is taught by award-winning Cherokee artist\, MaryBeth Timothy.  MaryBeth and her husband operate MoonHawk Art LLC\, an art business located in Muskogee Oklahoma which specializes in Native American and wildlife art. \nMaryBeth creates new original art and through sublimation printing\, offers her and her husband’s images on a variety of items\, such as ceramic decorative tiles\, coffee mugs\,  cuff bracelets and t-shirts.  While MaryBeth primarily sells through venues such as gift shops and art markets\, she has been able to expand and reach a worldwide market through her Esty store. \nThe Etsy class will take place over four 2-hour sessions.  The first session will be on Monday\,  May 10th at 5:00 pm Pacific / 6:00 pm Mountain / 7:00 pm Central / 8:00 pm Eastern.  The second through fourth sessions will be at same time on Tuesday\, May 11th; Wednesday\, May 12th; and Thursday\, May 13th.  The workshop is free and open all entrepreneurs. \nThis workshop will be delivered online utilizing the Zoom platform. The workshop can be taken on computers and smartphones. \nCourse Agenda \nDay 1\nIntroductions\nBreak\nCourse overview\nWhy sell on Etsy? \nDay 2\nRecap of session 1\nHomework discussion\nHow to stand out on Etsy\nWhat you need to do before opening your Etsy store\nBreak\nTaking great product photos \nDay 3\nRecap of session 2\nHomework discussion\nHow to list your items on Etsy\nBreak\nEtsy search engine optimization\nIndian Arts & Crafts Act\nPricing & fees\nEtsy payment\nDeveloping your store policies \nDay 4\nRecap of session 3\nHomework discussion\nCreating your store profile\nSales strategies\nBreak\nCommunicating with customers\nShipping products\nCollecting sales tax\nPromoting your store on Social media\nHow to set up coupons and special offers\nWhere to get help. \n \nThis workshop is being presented in partnership with the Nevada Small Business Development Center.  The workshop is funded in part by the USDA Rural Development and the Small Business Administration
URL:https://www.nativebiz.org/event/etsy-may-2021/2021-05-12/
CATEGORIES:Online Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mark Thompson":MAILTO:mark@idrsinc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210511T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210511T190000
DTSTAMP:20260521T162118
CREATED:20210112T075922Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210415T034206Z
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SUMMARY:Etsy Craft Entrepreneurship Online
DESCRIPTION:To register\, please click: ntv.bz/sbdc \nThe IDRS Acorn Project is hosting a free live online workshop for artists and craftsmen who are interested in learning how to sell their goods through Etsy.  Etsy is the leading global marketplace for selling handmade and vintage goods to more than 40 million customers. IDRS has created the Etsy Craft Entrepreneurship Workshop for Native artists/crafters that are looking to expand their customer base beyond the boundaries of their own community and sell to consumers world-wide. \n \nThe course is taught by award-winning Cherokee artist\, MaryBeth Timothy.  MaryBeth and her husband operate MoonHawk Art LLC\, an art business located in Muskogee Oklahoma which specializes in Native American and wildlife art. \nMaryBeth creates new original art and through sublimation printing\, offers her and her husband’s images on a variety of items\, such as ceramic decorative tiles\, coffee mugs\,  cuff bracelets and t-shirts.  While MaryBeth primarily sells through venues such as gift shops and art markets\, she has been able to expand and reach a worldwide market through her Esty store. \nThe Etsy class will take place over four 2-hour sessions.  The first session will be on Monday\,  May 10th at 5:00 pm Pacific / 6:00 pm Mountain / 7:00 pm Central / 8:00 pm Eastern.  The second through fourth sessions will be at same time on Tuesday\, May 11th; Wednesday\, May 12th; and Thursday\, May 13th.  The workshop is free and open all entrepreneurs. \nThis workshop will be delivered online utilizing the Zoom platform. The workshop can be taken on computers and smartphones. \nCourse Agenda \nDay 1\nIntroductions\nBreak\nCourse overview\nWhy sell on Etsy? \nDay 2\nRecap of session 1\nHomework discussion\nHow to stand out on Etsy\nWhat you need to do before opening your Etsy store\nBreak\nTaking great product photos \nDay 3\nRecap of session 2\nHomework discussion\nHow to list your items on Etsy\nBreak\nEtsy search engine optimization\nIndian Arts & Crafts Act\nPricing & fees\nEtsy payment\nDeveloping your store policies \nDay 4\nRecap of session 3\nHomework discussion\nCreating your store profile\nSales strategies\nBreak\nCommunicating with customers\nShipping products\nCollecting sales tax\nPromoting your store on Social media\nHow to set up coupons and special offers\nWhere to get help. \n \nThis workshop is being presented in partnership with the Nevada Small Business Development Center.  The workshop is funded in part by the USDA Rural Development and the Small Business Administration
URL:https://www.nativebiz.org/event/etsy-may-2021/2021-05-11/
CATEGORIES:Online Training
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.nativebiz.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/etsy300.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Mark Thompson":MAILTO:mark@idrsinc.org
END:VEVENT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210510T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210510T190000
DTSTAMP:20260521T162118
CREATED:20210112T075922Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210415T034206Z
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SUMMARY:Etsy Craft Entrepreneurship Online
DESCRIPTION:To register\, please click: ntv.bz/sbdc \nThe IDRS Acorn Project is hosting a free live online workshop for artists and craftsmen who are interested in learning how to sell their goods through Etsy.  Etsy is the leading global marketplace for selling handmade and vintage goods to more than 40 million customers. IDRS has created the Etsy Craft Entrepreneurship Workshop for Native artists/crafters that are looking to expand their customer base beyond the boundaries of their own community and sell to consumers world-wide. \n \nThe course is taught by award-winning Cherokee artist\, MaryBeth Timothy.  MaryBeth and her husband operate MoonHawk Art LLC\, an art business located in Muskogee Oklahoma which specializes in Native American and wildlife art. \nMaryBeth creates new original art and through sublimation printing\, offers her and her husband’s images on a variety of items\, such as ceramic decorative tiles\, coffee mugs\,  cuff bracelets and t-shirts.  While MaryBeth primarily sells through venues such as gift shops and art markets\, she has been able to expand and reach a worldwide market through her Esty store. \nThe Etsy class will take place over four 2-hour sessions.  The first session will be on Monday\,  May 10th at 5:00 pm Pacific / 6:00 pm Mountain / 7:00 pm Central / 8:00 pm Eastern.  The second through fourth sessions will be at same time on Tuesday\, May 11th; Wednesday\, May 12th; and Thursday\, May 13th.  The workshop is free and open all entrepreneurs. \nThis workshop will be delivered online utilizing the Zoom platform. The workshop can be taken on computers and smartphones. \nCourse Agenda \nDay 1\nIntroductions\nBreak\nCourse overview\nWhy sell on Etsy? \nDay 2\nRecap of session 1\nHomework discussion\nHow to stand out on Etsy\nWhat you need to do before opening your Etsy store\nBreak\nTaking great product photos \nDay 3\nRecap of session 2\nHomework discussion\nHow to list your items on Etsy\nBreak\nEtsy search engine optimization\nIndian Arts & Crafts Act\nPricing & fees\nEtsy payment\nDeveloping your store policies \nDay 4\nRecap of session 3\nHomework discussion\nCreating your store profile\nSales strategies\nBreak\nCommunicating with customers\nShipping products\nCollecting sales tax\nPromoting your store on Social media\nHow to set up coupons and special offers\nWhere to get help. \n \nThis workshop is being presented in partnership with the Nevada Small Business Development Center.  The workshop is funded in part by the USDA Rural Development and the Small Business Administration
URL:https://www.nativebiz.org/event/etsy-may-2021/2021-05-10/
CATEGORIES:Online Training
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.nativebiz.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/etsy300.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Mark Thompson":MAILTO:mark@idrsinc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20210423T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20210423T200000
DTSTAMP:20260521T162118
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SUMMARY:The Essentials of Great Product Photography
DESCRIPTION:Click here to register: http://ntv.bz/aprilphoto \nGreat product photography is essential for any artist or craftsman who needs to showcase their work through photos. Learning to take great photos helps build trust in your products by giving consumers a true representation of your work.  Whether it’s to build your artist portfolio or sell your work online\, you’ll benefit from expert product photography tips taught by Native photographer\, Roxanne Best. \nThe Photography Workshop will take place over two 2-hour sessions.  The two sessions will be on Thursday April 22nd and Friday\, April 23rd\, both at 6:00 pm Pacific / 7:00 pm Mountain / 8:00 pm Central / 9:00 pm Eastern. \nThis workshop will be delivered online utilizing the Zoom platform. The workshop can be taken on computers and smartphones. \n \nClass Agenda \nSession 1\nExposure and Focus\nUsing a Tripod\nLighting\nBackdrops\nUsing Props\nUsing Models \nSession 2\nFree Editing Applications for Smart Phones\nShare Your Work\nCreating Graphics (introduction to Canva) \nAbout Roxanne \nRoxanne Best (Colville) is a multi-talented and multi-disciplinary entrepreneur. She began her entrepreneurial journey as an underwater photographer and Scuba instructor in Turks and Caicos. Once on dry land\, Roxanne continued her photography career and now focuses on lifestyle portraits and business imagery under the brand Roxtography. Her work as a photographer was recognized by the First People’s Fund when she was admitted to their Business Fellowship program in 2018. Roxanne has also been teaching yoga for the past 8 years and is a culinary artist focusing on traditional Native food preparation. In addition to all that\, she is a regular small business consultant and trainer providing online training on a number of topics. Roxanne has a Bachelor of Science in Sports Management and a minor in Business with a specialty in the SCUBA Diving Industry\, an Associate of Science in Culinary Arts\, and a 200RYT Yoga Certification. She loves quirky fashion\, makeup\, leather boots and leather jackets\, bell bottoms and anything she can find that is a little strange. \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://www.nativebiz.org/event/the-essentials-of-great-product-photography-april-2021/2021-04-23/
CATEGORIES:Online Training
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.nativebiz.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/photography300.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Mark Thompson":MAILTO:mark@idrsinc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20210422T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20210422T200000
DTSTAMP:20260521T162118
CREATED:20210112T082933Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210413T133520Z
UID:10000573-1619114400-1619121600@www.nativebiz.org
SUMMARY:The Essentials of Great Product Photography
DESCRIPTION:Click here to register: http://ntv.bz/aprilphoto \nGreat product photography is essential for any artist or craftsman who needs to showcase their work through photos. Learning to take great photos helps build trust in your products by giving consumers a true representation of your work.  Whether it’s to build your artist portfolio or sell your work online\, you’ll benefit from expert product photography tips taught by Native photographer\, Roxanne Best. \nThe Photography Workshop will take place over two 2-hour sessions.  The two sessions will be on Thursday April 22nd and Friday\, April 23rd\, both at 6:00 pm Pacific / 7:00 pm Mountain / 8:00 pm Central / 9:00 pm Eastern. \nThis workshop will be delivered online utilizing the Zoom platform. The workshop can be taken on computers and smartphones. \n \nClass Agenda \nSession 1\nExposure and Focus\nUsing a Tripod\nLighting\nBackdrops\nUsing Props\nUsing Models \nSession 2\nFree Editing Applications for Smart Phones\nShare Your Work\nCreating Graphics (introduction to Canva) \nAbout Roxanne \nRoxanne Best (Colville) is a multi-talented and multi-disciplinary entrepreneur. She began her entrepreneurial journey as an underwater photographer and Scuba instructor in Turks and Caicos. Once on dry land\, Roxanne continued her photography career and now focuses on lifestyle portraits and business imagery under the brand Roxtography. Her work as a photographer was recognized by the First People’s Fund when she was admitted to their Business Fellowship program in 2018. Roxanne has also been teaching yoga for the past 8 years and is a culinary artist focusing on traditional Native food preparation. In addition to all that\, she is a regular small business consultant and trainer providing online training on a number of topics. Roxanne has a Bachelor of Science in Sports Management and a minor in Business with a specialty in the SCUBA Diving Industry\, an Associate of Science in Culinary Arts\, and a 200RYT Yoga Certification. She loves quirky fashion\, makeup\, leather boots and leather jackets\, bell bottoms and anything she can find that is a little strange. \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://www.nativebiz.org/event/the-essentials-of-great-product-photography-april-2021/2021-04-22/
CATEGORIES:Online Training
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.nativebiz.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/photography300.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Mark Thompson":MAILTO:mark@idrsinc.org
END:VEVENT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210415T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210415T190000
DTSTAMP:20260521T162118
CREATED:20210112T075922Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210310T161911Z
UID:10000550-1618506000-1618513200@www.nativebiz.org
SUMMARY:Etsy Craft Entrepreneurship Online
DESCRIPTION:To register\, please click: ntv.bz/apriletsy \nThe IDRS Acorn Project is hosting a free live online workshop for artists and craftsmen who are interested in learning how to sell their goods through Etsy.  Etsy is the leading global marketplace for selling handmade and vintage goods to more than 40 million customers. IDRS has created the Etsy Craft Entrepreneurship Workshop for Native artists/crafters that are looking to expand their customer base beyond the boundaries of their own community and sell to consumers world-wide. \n \nThe course is taught by award-winning Cherokee artist\, MaryBeth Timothy.  MaryBeth and her husband operate MoonHawk Art LLC\, an art business located in Muskogee Oklahoma which specializes in Native American and wildlife art. \nMaryBeth creates new original art and through sublimation printing\, offers her and her husband’s images on a variety of items\, such as ceramic decorative tiles\, coffee mugs\,  cuff bracelets and t-shirts.  While MaryBeth primarily sells through venues such as gift shops and art markets\, she has been able to expand and reach a worldwide market through her Esty store. \nThe Etsy class will take place over four 2-hour sessions.  The first session will be on Monday\,  April 12th at 5:00 pm Pacific / 6:00 pm Mountain / 7:00 pm Central / 8:00 pm Eastern.  The second through fourth sessions will be at same time on Tuesday\, April 13th; Wednesday\, April 14th; and Thursday\, April 15th.  The workshop is free and open all entrepreneurs. \nThis workshop will be delivered online utilizing the Zoom platform. The workshop can be taken on computers and smartphones. \nCourse Agenda \nDay 1\nIntroductions\nBreak\nCourse overview\nWhy sell on Etsy? \nDay 2\nRecap of session 1\nHomework discussion\nHow to stand out on Etsy\nWhat you need to do before opening your Etsy store\nBreak\nTaking great product photos \nDay 3\nRecap of session 2\nHomework discussion\nHow to list your items on Etsy\nBreak\nEtsy search engine optimization\nIndian Arts & Crafts Act\nPricing & fees\nEtsy payment\nDeveloping your store policies \nDay 4\nRecap of session 3\nHomework discussion\nCreating your store profile\nSales strategies\nBreak\nCommunicating with customers\nShipping products\nCollecting sales tax\nPromoting your store on Social media\nHow to set up coupons and special offers\nWhere to get help. \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://www.nativebiz.org/event/etsy-april-2021/2021-04-15/
CATEGORIES:Online Training
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.nativebiz.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/etsy300.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Mark Thompson":MAILTO:mark@idrsinc.org
END:VEVENT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210414T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210414T190000
DTSTAMP:20260521T162118
CREATED:20210112T075922Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210310T161911Z
UID:10000549-1618419600-1618426800@www.nativebiz.org
SUMMARY:Etsy Craft Entrepreneurship Online
DESCRIPTION:To register\, please click: ntv.bz/apriletsy \nThe IDRS Acorn Project is hosting a free live online workshop for artists and craftsmen who are interested in learning how to sell their goods through Etsy.  Etsy is the leading global marketplace for selling handmade and vintage goods to more than 40 million customers. IDRS has created the Etsy Craft Entrepreneurship Workshop for Native artists/crafters that are looking to expand their customer base beyond the boundaries of their own community and sell to consumers world-wide. \n \nThe course is taught by award-winning Cherokee artist\, MaryBeth Timothy.  MaryBeth and her husband operate MoonHawk Art LLC\, an art business located in Muskogee Oklahoma which specializes in Native American and wildlife art. \nMaryBeth creates new original art and through sublimation printing\, offers her and her husband’s images on a variety of items\, such as ceramic decorative tiles\, coffee mugs\,  cuff bracelets and t-shirts.  While MaryBeth primarily sells through venues such as gift shops and art markets\, she has been able to expand and reach a worldwide market through her Esty store. \nThe Etsy class will take place over four 2-hour sessions.  The first session will be on Monday\,  April 12th at 5:00 pm Pacific / 6:00 pm Mountain / 7:00 pm Central / 8:00 pm Eastern.  The second through fourth sessions will be at same time on Tuesday\, April 13th; Wednesday\, April 14th; and Thursday\, April 15th.  The workshop is free and open all entrepreneurs. \nThis workshop will be delivered online utilizing the Zoom platform. The workshop can be taken on computers and smartphones. \nCourse Agenda \nDay 1\nIntroductions\nBreak\nCourse overview\nWhy sell on Etsy? \nDay 2\nRecap of session 1\nHomework discussion\nHow to stand out on Etsy\nWhat you need to do before opening your Etsy store\nBreak\nTaking great product photos \nDay 3\nRecap of session 2\nHomework discussion\nHow to list your items on Etsy\nBreak\nEtsy search engine optimization\nIndian Arts & Crafts Act\nPricing & fees\nEtsy payment\nDeveloping your store policies \nDay 4\nRecap of session 3\nHomework discussion\nCreating your store profile\nSales strategies\nBreak\nCommunicating with customers\nShipping products\nCollecting sales tax\nPromoting your store on Social media\nHow to set up coupons and special offers\nWhere to get help. \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://www.nativebiz.org/event/etsy-april-2021/2021-04-14/
CATEGORIES:Online Training
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.nativebiz.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/etsy300.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Mark Thompson":MAILTO:mark@idrsinc.org
END:VEVENT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210413T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210413T190000
DTSTAMP:20260521T162118
CREATED:20210112T075922Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210310T161911Z
UID:10000548-1618333200-1618340400@www.nativebiz.org
SUMMARY:Etsy Craft Entrepreneurship Online
DESCRIPTION:To register\, please click: ntv.bz/apriletsy \nThe IDRS Acorn Project is hosting a free live online workshop for artists and craftsmen who are interested in learning how to sell their goods through Etsy.  Etsy is the leading global marketplace for selling handmade and vintage goods to more than 40 million customers. IDRS has created the Etsy Craft Entrepreneurship Workshop for Native artists/crafters that are looking to expand their customer base beyond the boundaries of their own community and sell to consumers world-wide. \n \nThe course is taught by award-winning Cherokee artist\, MaryBeth Timothy.  MaryBeth and her husband operate MoonHawk Art LLC\, an art business located in Muskogee Oklahoma which specializes in Native American and wildlife art. \nMaryBeth creates new original art and through sublimation printing\, offers her and her husband’s images on a variety of items\, such as ceramic decorative tiles\, coffee mugs\,  cuff bracelets and t-shirts.  While MaryBeth primarily sells through venues such as gift shops and art markets\, she has been able to expand and reach a worldwide market through her Esty store. \nThe Etsy class will take place over four 2-hour sessions.  The first session will be on Monday\,  April 12th at 5:00 pm Pacific / 6:00 pm Mountain / 7:00 pm Central / 8:00 pm Eastern.  The second through fourth sessions will be at same time on Tuesday\, April 13th; Wednesday\, April 14th; and Thursday\, April 15th.  The workshop is free and open all entrepreneurs. \nThis workshop will be delivered online utilizing the Zoom platform. The workshop can be taken on computers and smartphones. \nCourse Agenda \nDay 1\nIntroductions\nBreak\nCourse overview\nWhy sell on Etsy? \nDay 2\nRecap of session 1\nHomework discussion\nHow to stand out on Etsy\nWhat you need to do before opening your Etsy store\nBreak\nTaking great product photos \nDay 3\nRecap of session 2\nHomework discussion\nHow to list your items on Etsy\nBreak\nEtsy search engine optimization\nIndian Arts & Crafts Act\nPricing & fees\nEtsy payment\nDeveloping your store policies \nDay 4\nRecap of session 3\nHomework discussion\nCreating your store profile\nSales strategies\nBreak\nCommunicating with customers\nShipping products\nCollecting sales tax\nPromoting your store on Social media\nHow to set up coupons and special offers\nWhere to get help. \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://www.nativebiz.org/event/etsy-april-2021/2021-04-13/
CATEGORIES:Online Training
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.nativebiz.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/etsy300.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Mark Thompson":MAILTO:mark@idrsinc.org
END:VEVENT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210412T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210412T190000
DTSTAMP:20260521T162118
CREATED:20210112T075922Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210310T161911Z
UID:10000547-1618246800-1618254000@www.nativebiz.org
SUMMARY:Etsy Craft Entrepreneurship Online
DESCRIPTION:To register\, please click: ntv.bz/apriletsy \nThe IDRS Acorn Project is hosting a free live online workshop for artists and craftsmen who are interested in learning how to sell their goods through Etsy.  Etsy is the leading global marketplace for selling handmade and vintage goods to more than 40 million customers. IDRS has created the Etsy Craft Entrepreneurship Workshop for Native artists/crafters that are looking to expand their customer base beyond the boundaries of their own community and sell to consumers world-wide. \n \nThe course is taught by award-winning Cherokee artist\, MaryBeth Timothy.  MaryBeth and her husband operate MoonHawk Art LLC\, an art business located in Muskogee Oklahoma which specializes in Native American and wildlife art. \nMaryBeth creates new original art and through sublimation printing\, offers her and her husband’s images on a variety of items\, such as ceramic decorative tiles\, coffee mugs\,  cuff bracelets and t-shirts.  While MaryBeth primarily sells through venues such as gift shops and art markets\, she has been able to expand and reach a worldwide market through her Esty store. \nThe Etsy class will take place over four 2-hour sessions.  The first session will be on Monday\,  April 12th at 5:00 pm Pacific / 6:00 pm Mountain / 7:00 pm Central / 8:00 pm Eastern.  The second through fourth sessions will be at same time on Tuesday\, April 13th; Wednesday\, April 14th; and Thursday\, April 15th.  The workshop is free and open all entrepreneurs. \nThis workshop will be delivered online utilizing the Zoom platform. The workshop can be taken on computers and smartphones. \nCourse Agenda \nDay 1\nIntroductions\nBreak\nCourse overview\nWhy sell on Etsy? \nDay 2\nRecap of session 1\nHomework discussion\nHow to stand out on Etsy\nWhat you need to do before opening your Etsy store\nBreak\nTaking great product photos \nDay 3\nRecap of session 2\nHomework discussion\nHow to list your items on Etsy\nBreak\nEtsy search engine optimization\nIndian Arts & Crafts Act\nPricing & fees\nEtsy payment\nDeveloping your store policies \nDay 4\nRecap of session 3\nHomework discussion\nCreating your store profile\nSales strategies\nBreak\nCommunicating with customers\nShipping products\nCollecting sales tax\nPromoting your store on Social media\nHow to set up coupons and special offers\nWhere to get help. \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://www.nativebiz.org/event/etsy-april-2021/2021-04-12/
CATEGORIES:Online Training
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.nativebiz.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/etsy300.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Mark Thompson":MAILTO:mark@idrsinc.org
END:VEVENT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20210326T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20210326T130000
DTSTAMP:20260521T162118
CREATED:20210112T082933Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210310T040451Z
UID:10000572-1616756400-1616763600@www.nativebiz.org
SUMMARY:The Essentials of Great Product Photography
DESCRIPTION:Great product photography is essential for any artist or craftsman who needs to showcase their work through photos. Learning to take great photos helps build trust in your products by giving consumers a true representation of your work.  Whether it’s to build your artist portfolio or sell your work online\, you’ll benefit from expert product photography tips taught by Native photographer\, Roxanne Best. \nThe Photography Workshop will take place over two 2-hour sessions.  The two sessions will be on Friday\, March 19th and Friday\, March 26th\, both at 11:00 am Mountain. \nThis workshop will be delivered online utilizing the Zoom platform. The workshop can be taken on computers and smartphones. \nThis workshop is being presented in partnership with the Institute of American Indian Arts Continuing Education Program. \nPlease contact the Institute’s Continuing Education Program for registration details: https://iaia.edu/outreach/continuing-education/
URL:https://www.nativebiz.org/event/the-essentials-of-great-product-photography-2/2021-03-26/
CATEGORIES:Online Training
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.nativebiz.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/photography300.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Mark Thompson":MAILTO:mark@idrsinc.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20210319T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20210319T130000
DTSTAMP:20260521T162118
CREATED:20210112T082933Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210310T040451Z
UID:10000571-1616151600-1616158800@www.nativebiz.org
SUMMARY:The Essentials of Great Product Photography
DESCRIPTION:Great product photography is essential for any artist or craftsman who needs to showcase their work through photos. Learning to take great photos helps build trust in your products by giving consumers a true representation of your work.  Whether it’s to build your artist portfolio or sell your work online\, you’ll benefit from expert product photography tips taught by Native photographer\, Roxanne Best. \nThe Photography Workshop will take place over two 2-hour sessions.  The two sessions will be on Friday\, March 19th and Friday\, March 26th\, both at 11:00 am Mountain. \nThis workshop will be delivered online utilizing the Zoom platform. The workshop can be taken on computers and smartphones. \nThis workshop is being presented in partnership with the Institute of American Indian Arts Continuing Education Program. \nPlease contact the Institute’s Continuing Education Program for registration details: https://iaia.edu/outreach/continuing-education/
URL:https://www.nativebiz.org/event/the-essentials-of-great-product-photography-2/2021-03-19/
CATEGORIES:Online Training
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.nativebiz.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/photography300.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Mark Thompson":MAILTO:mark@idrsinc.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210312T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210312T120000
DTSTAMP:20260521T162118
CREATED:20210112T075922Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210310T040211Z
UID:10000546-1615543200-1615550400@www.nativebiz.org
SUMMARY:Etsy Craft Entrepreneurship Online
DESCRIPTION:The Institute for American Indian Arts Continuing Education program in partnership with the IDRS Acorn Project is hosting a free live online workshop for artists and craftsmen who are interested in learning how to sell their goods through Etsy.  Etsy is the leading global marketplace for selling handmade and vintage goods to more than 40 million customers. IDRS has created the Etsy Craft Entrepreneurship Workshop for Native artists/crafters that are looking to expand their customer base beyond the boundaries of their own community and sell to consumers world-wide. \n \nThe course is taught by award-winning Cherokee artist\, MaryBeth Timothy.  MaryBeth and her husband operate MoonHawk Art LLC\, an art business located in Muskogee Oklahoma which specializes in Native American and wildlife art. \nMaryBeth creates new original art and through sublimation printing\, offers her and her husband’s images on a variety of items\, such as ceramic decorative tiles\, coffee mugs\,  cuff bracelets and t-shirts.  While MaryBeth primarily sells through venues such as gift shops and art markets\, she has been able to expand and reach a worldwide market through her Esty store. \nThe Etsy class will take place over four 2-hour sessions.  The first session will be on Tuesday\, February 19th at 11:00 am Mountain.  There will be a session at the same time on Friday\, February 26th; Friday\, March 5th; and Friday\, March 19th. \nThis workshop will be delivered online utilizing the Zoom platform. The workshop can be taken on computers and smartphones. \nCourse Agenda \nDay 1\nIntroductions\nBreak\nCourse overview\nWhy sell on Etsy? \nDay 2\nRecap of session 1\nHomework discussion\nHow to stand out on Etsy\nWhat you need to do before opening your Etsy store\nBreak\nTaking great product photos \nDay 3\nRecap of session 2\nHomework discussion\nHow to list your items on Etsy\nBreak\nEtsy search engine optimization\nIndian Arts & Crafts Act\nPricing & fees\nEtsy payment\nDeveloping your store policies \nDay 4\nRecap of session 3\nHomework discussion\nCreating your store profile\nSales strategies\nBreak\nCommunicating with customers\nShipping products\nCollecting sales tax\nPromoting your store on Social media\nHow to set up coupons and special offers\nWhere to get help. \nThis workshop is being sponsored by the IAIA Office of Continuing Education. \nPlease contact the Institute’s Continuing Education Program for registration details: https://iaia.edu/outreach/continuing-education/
URL:https://www.nativebiz.org/event/etsy-craft-entrepreneurship-online-2/2021-03-12/
CATEGORIES:Online Training
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.nativebiz.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/etsy300.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Mark Thompson":MAILTO:mark@idrsinc.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210305T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210305T120000
DTSTAMP:20260521T162118
CREATED:20210112T075922Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210310T040211Z
UID:10000545-1614938400-1614945600@www.nativebiz.org
SUMMARY:Etsy Craft Entrepreneurship Online
DESCRIPTION:The Institute for American Indian Arts Continuing Education program in partnership with the IDRS Acorn Project is hosting a free live online workshop for artists and craftsmen who are interested in learning how to sell their goods through Etsy.  Etsy is the leading global marketplace for selling handmade and vintage goods to more than 40 million customers. IDRS has created the Etsy Craft Entrepreneurship Workshop for Native artists/crafters that are looking to expand their customer base beyond the boundaries of their own community and sell to consumers world-wide. \n \nThe course is taught by award-winning Cherokee artist\, MaryBeth Timothy.  MaryBeth and her husband operate MoonHawk Art LLC\, an art business located in Muskogee Oklahoma which specializes in Native American and wildlife art. \nMaryBeth creates new original art and through sublimation printing\, offers her and her husband’s images on a variety of items\, such as ceramic decorative tiles\, coffee mugs\,  cuff bracelets and t-shirts.  While MaryBeth primarily sells through venues such as gift shops and art markets\, she has been able to expand and reach a worldwide market through her Esty store. \nThe Etsy class will take place over four 2-hour sessions.  The first session will be on Tuesday\, February 19th at 11:00 am Mountain.  There will be a session at the same time on Friday\, February 26th; Friday\, March 5th; and Friday\, March 19th. \nThis workshop will be delivered online utilizing the Zoom platform. The workshop can be taken on computers and smartphones. \nCourse Agenda \nDay 1\nIntroductions\nBreak\nCourse overview\nWhy sell on Etsy? \nDay 2\nRecap of session 1\nHomework discussion\nHow to stand out on Etsy\nWhat you need to do before opening your Etsy store\nBreak\nTaking great product photos \nDay 3\nRecap of session 2\nHomework discussion\nHow to list your items on Etsy\nBreak\nEtsy search engine optimization\nIndian Arts & Crafts Act\nPricing & fees\nEtsy payment\nDeveloping your store policies \nDay 4\nRecap of session 3\nHomework discussion\nCreating your store profile\nSales strategies\nBreak\nCommunicating with customers\nShipping products\nCollecting sales tax\nPromoting your store on Social media\nHow to set up coupons and special offers\nWhere to get help. \nThis workshop is being sponsored by the IAIA Office of Continuing Education. \nPlease contact the Institute’s Continuing Education Program for registration details: https://iaia.edu/outreach/continuing-education/
URL:https://www.nativebiz.org/event/etsy-craft-entrepreneurship-online-2/2021-03-05/
CATEGORIES:Online Training
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.nativebiz.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/etsy300.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Mark Thompson":MAILTO:mark@idrsinc.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210226T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210226T120000
DTSTAMP:20260521T162118
CREATED:20210112T075922Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210310T040211Z
UID:10000544-1614333600-1614340800@www.nativebiz.org
SUMMARY:Etsy Craft Entrepreneurship Online
DESCRIPTION:The Institute for American Indian Arts Continuing Education program in partnership with the IDRS Acorn Project is hosting a free live online workshop for artists and craftsmen who are interested in learning how to sell their goods through Etsy.  Etsy is the leading global marketplace for selling handmade and vintage goods to more than 40 million customers. IDRS has created the Etsy Craft Entrepreneurship Workshop for Native artists/crafters that are looking to expand their customer base beyond the boundaries of their own community and sell to consumers world-wide. \n \nThe course is taught by award-winning Cherokee artist\, MaryBeth Timothy.  MaryBeth and her husband operate MoonHawk Art LLC\, an art business located in Muskogee Oklahoma which specializes in Native American and wildlife art. \nMaryBeth creates new original art and through sublimation printing\, offers her and her husband’s images on a variety of items\, such as ceramic decorative tiles\, coffee mugs\,  cuff bracelets and t-shirts.  While MaryBeth primarily sells through venues such as gift shops and art markets\, she has been able to expand and reach a worldwide market through her Esty store. \nThe Etsy class will take place over four 2-hour sessions.  The first session will be on Tuesday\, February 19th at 11:00 am Mountain.  There will be a session at the same time on Friday\, February 26th; Friday\, March 5th; and Friday\, March 19th. \nThis workshop will be delivered online utilizing the Zoom platform. The workshop can be taken on computers and smartphones. \nCourse Agenda \nDay 1\nIntroductions\nBreak\nCourse overview\nWhy sell on Etsy? \nDay 2\nRecap of session 1\nHomework discussion\nHow to stand out on Etsy\nWhat you need to do before opening your Etsy store\nBreak\nTaking great product photos \nDay 3\nRecap of session 2\nHomework discussion\nHow to list your items on Etsy\nBreak\nEtsy search engine optimization\nIndian Arts & Crafts Act\nPricing & fees\nEtsy payment\nDeveloping your store policies \nDay 4\nRecap of session 3\nHomework discussion\nCreating your store profile\nSales strategies\nBreak\nCommunicating with customers\nShipping products\nCollecting sales tax\nPromoting your store on Social media\nHow to set up coupons and special offers\nWhere to get help. \nThis workshop is being sponsored by the IAIA Office of Continuing Education. \nPlease contact the Institute’s Continuing Education Program for registration details: https://iaia.edu/outreach/continuing-education/
URL:https://www.nativebiz.org/event/etsy-craft-entrepreneurship-online-2/2021-02-26/
CATEGORIES:Online Training
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.nativebiz.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/etsy300.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Mark Thompson":MAILTO:mark@idrsinc.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210219T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210219T120000
DTSTAMP:20260521T162118
CREATED:20210112T075922Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210310T040211Z
UID:10000543-1613728800-1613736000@www.nativebiz.org
SUMMARY:Etsy Craft Entrepreneurship Online
DESCRIPTION:The Institute for American Indian Arts Continuing Education program in partnership with the IDRS Acorn Project is hosting a free live online workshop for artists and craftsmen who are interested in learning how to sell their goods through Etsy.  Etsy is the leading global marketplace for selling handmade and vintage goods to more than 40 million customers. IDRS has created the Etsy Craft Entrepreneurship Workshop for Native artists/crafters that are looking to expand their customer base beyond the boundaries of their own community and sell to consumers world-wide. \n \nThe course is taught by award-winning Cherokee artist\, MaryBeth Timothy.  MaryBeth and her husband operate MoonHawk Art LLC\, an art business located in Muskogee Oklahoma which specializes in Native American and wildlife art. \nMaryBeth creates new original art and through sublimation printing\, offers her and her husband’s images on a variety of items\, such as ceramic decorative tiles\, coffee mugs\,  cuff bracelets and t-shirts.  While MaryBeth primarily sells through venues such as gift shops and art markets\, she has been able to expand and reach a worldwide market through her Esty store. \nThe Etsy class will take place over four 2-hour sessions.  The first session will be on Tuesday\, February 19th at 11:00 am Mountain.  There will be a session at the same time on Friday\, February 26th; Friday\, March 5th; and Friday\, March 19th. \nThis workshop will be delivered online utilizing the Zoom platform. The workshop can be taken on computers and smartphones. \nCourse Agenda \nDay 1\nIntroductions\nBreak\nCourse overview\nWhy sell on Etsy? \nDay 2\nRecap of session 1\nHomework discussion\nHow to stand out on Etsy\nWhat you need to do before opening your Etsy store\nBreak\nTaking great product photos \nDay 3\nRecap of session 2\nHomework discussion\nHow to list your items on Etsy\nBreak\nEtsy search engine optimization\nIndian Arts & Crafts Act\nPricing & fees\nEtsy payment\nDeveloping your store policies \nDay 4\nRecap of session 3\nHomework discussion\nCreating your store profile\nSales strategies\nBreak\nCommunicating with customers\nShipping products\nCollecting sales tax\nPromoting your store on Social media\nHow to set up coupons and special offers\nWhere to get help. \nThis workshop is being sponsored by the IAIA Office of Continuing Education. \nPlease contact the Institute’s Continuing Education Program for registration details: https://iaia.edu/outreach/continuing-education/
URL:https://www.nativebiz.org/event/etsy-craft-entrepreneurship-online-2/2021-02-19/
CATEGORIES:Online Training
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.nativebiz.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/etsy300.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Mark Thompson":MAILTO:mark@idrsinc.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210211T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210211T130000
DTSTAMP:20260521T162118
CREATED:20210112T082933Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210201T144037Z
UID:10000570-1613041200-1613048400@www.nativebiz.org
SUMMARY:The Essentials of Great Product Photography
DESCRIPTION:To register\, please click: ntv.bz/photography \nGreat product photography is essential for any artist or craftsman who needs to showcase their work through photos. Learning to take great photos helps build trust in your products by giving consumers a true representation of your work.  Whether it’s to build your artist portfolio or sell your work online\, you’ll benefit from expert product photography tips taught by Native photographer\, Roxanne Best. \nThe Photography Workshop will take place over two 2-hour sessions.  The first session will be on Wednesday\, February 10th at 11:00 am Pacific / 12:00 pm Mountain / 1:00 pm Central.  There will be a session at the same time on Thursday\, February 11th.  The workshop is free and open all entrepreneurs. \nThis workshop will be delivered online utilizing the Zoom platform. The workshop can be taken on computers and smartphones. \n \nAbout our presenter: \nRoxanne Best (Colville) is a multi-talented and multi-disciplinary entrepreneur. Roxanne is a photographer and operates Roxtography in Omak\, WA. She specializes in lifestyle portraits\, special events\, and business imagery. She is also a yoga instructor\, culinary artist\, storyteller\, and small business consultant. She can be found at roxtography.com. \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://www.nativebiz.org/event/the-essentials-of-great-product-photography/2021-02-11/
CATEGORIES:Online Training
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.nativebiz.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/photography300.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Mark Thompson":MAILTO:mark@idrsinc.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210210T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210210T130000
DTSTAMP:20260521T162118
CREATED:20210112T082933Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210201T144037Z
UID:10000569-1612954800-1612962000@www.nativebiz.org
SUMMARY:The Essentials of Great Product Photography
DESCRIPTION:To register\, please click: ntv.bz/photography \nGreat product photography is essential for any artist or craftsman who needs to showcase their work through photos. Learning to take great photos helps build trust in your products by giving consumers a true representation of your work.  Whether it’s to build your artist portfolio or sell your work online\, you’ll benefit from expert product photography tips taught by Native photographer\, Roxanne Best. \nThe Photography Workshop will take place over two 2-hour sessions.  The first session will be on Wednesday\, February 10th at 11:00 am Pacific / 12:00 pm Mountain / 1:00 pm Central.  There will be a session at the same time on Thursday\, February 11th.  The workshop is free and open all entrepreneurs. \nThis workshop will be delivered online utilizing the Zoom platform. The workshop can be taken on computers and smartphones. \n \nAbout our presenter: \nRoxanne Best (Colville) is a multi-talented and multi-disciplinary entrepreneur. Roxanne is a photographer and operates Roxtography in Omak\, WA. She specializes in lifestyle portraits\, special events\, and business imagery. She is also a yoga instructor\, culinary artist\, storyteller\, and small business consultant. She can be found at roxtography.com. \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://www.nativebiz.org/event/the-essentials-of-great-product-photography/2021-02-10/
CATEGORIES:Online Training
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.nativebiz.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/photography300.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Mark Thompson":MAILTO:mark@idrsinc.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210205T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210205T130000
DTSTAMP:20260521T162118
CREATED:20210112T075922Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210125T144222Z
UID:10000542-1612522800-1612530000@www.nativebiz.org
SUMMARY:Etsy Craft Entrepreneurship Online
DESCRIPTION:To register\, please click: ntv.bz/etsy1 \nThe IDRS Acorn Project is hosting a free live online workshop for artists and craftsmen who are interested in learning how to sell their goods through Etsy.  Etsy is the leading global marketplace for selling handmade and vintage goods to more than 40 million customers. IDRS has created the Etsy Craft Entrepreneurship Workshop for Native artists/crafters that are looking to expand their customer base beyond the boundaries of their own community and sell to consumers world-wide. \n \nThe course is taught by award-winning Cherokee artist\, MaryBeth Timothy.  MaryBeth and her husband operate MoonHawk Art LLC\, an art business located in Muskogee Oklahoma which specializes in Native American and wildlife art. \nMaryBeth creates new original art and through sublimation printing\, offers her and her husband’s images on a variety of items\, such as ceramic decorative tiles\, coffee mugs\,  cuff bracelets and t-shirts.  While MaryBeth primarily sells through venues such as gift shops and art markets\, she has been able to expand and reach a worldwide market through her Esty store. \nThe Etsy class will take place over four 2-hour sessions.  The first session will be on Tuesday\, February 2nd at 11:00 am Pacific / 12:00 pm Mountain / 1:00 pm Central.  There will be a session at the same time on Wednesday\, February 3rd; Thursday\, February 4th; and Friday\, February 5th.  The workshop is free and open all entrepreneurs. \nThis workshop will be delivered online utilizing the Zoom platform. The workshop can be taken on computers and smartphones. \nCourse Agenda \nDay 1\nIntroductions\nBreak\nCourse overview\nWhy sell on Etsy? \nDay 2\nRecap of session 1\nHomework discussion\nHow to stand out on Etsy\nWhat you need to do before opening your Etsy store\nBreak\nTaking great product photos \nDay 3\nRecap of session 2\nHomework discussion\nHow to list your items on Etsy\nBreak\nEtsy search engine optimization\nIndian Arts & Crafts Act\nPricing & fees\nEtsy payment\nDeveloping your store policies \nDay 4\nRecap of session 3\nHomework discussion\nCreating your store profile\nSales strategies\nBreak\nCommunicating with customers\nShipping products\nCollecting sales tax\nPromoting your store on Social media\nHow to set up coupons and special offers\nWhere to get help. \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://www.nativebiz.org/event/etsy-craft-entrepreneurship-online/2021-02-05/
CATEGORIES:Online Training
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.nativebiz.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/etsy300.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Mark Thompson":MAILTO:mark@idrsinc.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210204T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210204T130000
DTSTAMP:20260521T162118
CREATED:20210112T075922Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210125T144222Z
UID:10000541-1612436400-1612443600@www.nativebiz.org
SUMMARY:Etsy Craft Entrepreneurship Online
DESCRIPTION:To register\, please click: ntv.bz/etsy1 \nThe IDRS Acorn Project is hosting a free live online workshop for artists and craftsmen who are interested in learning how to sell their goods through Etsy.  Etsy is the leading global marketplace for selling handmade and vintage goods to more than 40 million customers. IDRS has created the Etsy Craft Entrepreneurship Workshop for Native artists/crafters that are looking to expand their customer base beyond the boundaries of their own community and sell to consumers world-wide. \n \nThe course is taught by award-winning Cherokee artist\, MaryBeth Timothy.  MaryBeth and her husband operate MoonHawk Art LLC\, an art business located in Muskogee Oklahoma which specializes in Native American and wildlife art. \nMaryBeth creates new original art and through sublimation printing\, offers her and her husband’s images on a variety of items\, such as ceramic decorative tiles\, coffee mugs\,  cuff bracelets and t-shirts.  While MaryBeth primarily sells through venues such as gift shops and art markets\, she has been able to expand and reach a worldwide market through her Esty store. \nThe Etsy class will take place over four 2-hour sessions.  The first session will be on Tuesday\, February 2nd at 11:00 am Pacific / 12:00 pm Mountain / 1:00 pm Central.  There will be a session at the same time on Wednesday\, February 3rd; Thursday\, February 4th; and Friday\, February 5th.  The workshop is free and open all entrepreneurs. \nThis workshop will be delivered online utilizing the Zoom platform. The workshop can be taken on computers and smartphones. \nCourse Agenda \nDay 1\nIntroductions\nBreak\nCourse overview\nWhy sell on Etsy? \nDay 2\nRecap of session 1\nHomework discussion\nHow to stand out on Etsy\nWhat you need to do before opening your Etsy store\nBreak\nTaking great product photos \nDay 3\nRecap of session 2\nHomework discussion\nHow to list your items on Etsy\nBreak\nEtsy search engine optimization\nIndian Arts & Crafts Act\nPricing & fees\nEtsy payment\nDeveloping your store policies \nDay 4\nRecap of session 3\nHomework discussion\nCreating your store profile\nSales strategies\nBreak\nCommunicating with customers\nShipping products\nCollecting sales tax\nPromoting your store on Social media\nHow to set up coupons and special offers\nWhere to get help. \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://www.nativebiz.org/event/etsy-craft-entrepreneurship-online/2021-02-04/
CATEGORIES:Online Training
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.nativebiz.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/etsy300.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Mark Thompson":MAILTO:mark@idrsinc.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210203T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210203T130000
DTSTAMP:20260521T162118
CREATED:20210112T075922Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210125T144222Z
UID:10000540-1612350000-1612357200@www.nativebiz.org
SUMMARY:Etsy Craft Entrepreneurship Online
DESCRIPTION:To register\, please click: ntv.bz/etsy1 \nThe IDRS Acorn Project is hosting a free live online workshop for artists and craftsmen who are interested in learning how to sell their goods through Etsy.  Etsy is the leading global marketplace for selling handmade and vintage goods to more than 40 million customers. IDRS has created the Etsy Craft Entrepreneurship Workshop for Native artists/crafters that are looking to expand their customer base beyond the boundaries of their own community and sell to consumers world-wide. \n \nThe course is taught by award-winning Cherokee artist\, MaryBeth Timothy.  MaryBeth and her husband operate MoonHawk Art LLC\, an art business located in Muskogee Oklahoma which specializes in Native American and wildlife art. \nMaryBeth creates new original art and through sublimation printing\, offers her and her husband’s images on a variety of items\, such as ceramic decorative tiles\, coffee mugs\,  cuff bracelets and t-shirts.  While MaryBeth primarily sells through venues such as gift shops and art markets\, she has been able to expand and reach a worldwide market through her Esty store. \nThe Etsy class will take place over four 2-hour sessions.  The first session will be on Tuesday\, February 2nd at 11:00 am Pacific / 12:00 pm Mountain / 1:00 pm Central.  There will be a session at the same time on Wednesday\, February 3rd; Thursday\, February 4th; and Friday\, February 5th.  The workshop is free and open all entrepreneurs. \nThis workshop will be delivered online utilizing the Zoom platform. The workshop can be taken on computers and smartphones. \nCourse Agenda \nDay 1\nIntroductions\nBreak\nCourse overview\nWhy sell on Etsy? \nDay 2\nRecap of session 1\nHomework discussion\nHow to stand out on Etsy\nWhat you need to do before opening your Etsy store\nBreak\nTaking great product photos \nDay 3\nRecap of session 2\nHomework discussion\nHow to list your items on Etsy\nBreak\nEtsy search engine optimization\nIndian Arts & Crafts Act\nPricing & fees\nEtsy payment\nDeveloping your store policies \nDay 4\nRecap of session 3\nHomework discussion\nCreating your store profile\nSales strategies\nBreak\nCommunicating with customers\nShipping products\nCollecting sales tax\nPromoting your store on Social media\nHow to set up coupons and special offers\nWhere to get help. \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://www.nativebiz.org/event/etsy-craft-entrepreneurship-online/2021-02-03/
CATEGORIES:Online Training
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.nativebiz.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/etsy300.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Mark Thompson":MAILTO:mark@idrsinc.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210202T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210202T130000
DTSTAMP:20260521T162118
CREATED:20210112T075922Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210125T144222Z
UID:10000539-1612263600-1612270800@www.nativebiz.org
SUMMARY:Etsy Craft Entrepreneurship Online
DESCRIPTION:To register\, please click: ntv.bz/etsy1 \nThe IDRS Acorn Project is hosting a free live online workshop for artists and craftsmen who are interested in learning how to sell their goods through Etsy.  Etsy is the leading global marketplace for selling handmade and vintage goods to more than 40 million customers. IDRS has created the Etsy Craft Entrepreneurship Workshop for Native artists/crafters that are looking to expand their customer base beyond the boundaries of their own community and sell to consumers world-wide. \n \nThe course is taught by award-winning Cherokee artist\, MaryBeth Timothy.  MaryBeth and her husband operate MoonHawk Art LLC\, an art business located in Muskogee Oklahoma which specializes in Native American and wildlife art. \nMaryBeth creates new original art and through sublimation printing\, offers her and her husband’s images on a variety of items\, such as ceramic decorative tiles\, coffee mugs\,  cuff bracelets and t-shirts.  While MaryBeth primarily sells through venues such as gift shops and art markets\, she has been able to expand and reach a worldwide market through her Esty store. \nThe Etsy class will take place over four 2-hour sessions.  The first session will be on Tuesday\, February 2nd at 11:00 am Pacific / 12:00 pm Mountain / 1:00 pm Central.  There will be a session at the same time on Wednesday\, February 3rd; Thursday\, February 4th; and Friday\, February 5th.  The workshop is free and open all entrepreneurs. \nThis workshop will be delivered online utilizing the Zoom platform. The workshop can be taken on computers and smartphones. \nCourse Agenda \nDay 1\nIntroductions\nBreak\nCourse overview\nWhy sell on Etsy? \nDay 2\nRecap of session 1\nHomework discussion\nHow to stand out on Etsy\nWhat you need to do before opening your Etsy store\nBreak\nTaking great product photos \nDay 3\nRecap of session 2\nHomework discussion\nHow to list your items on Etsy\nBreak\nEtsy search engine optimization\nIndian Arts & Crafts Act\nPricing & fees\nEtsy payment\nDeveloping your store policies \nDay 4\nRecap of session 3\nHomework discussion\nCreating your store profile\nSales strategies\nBreak\nCommunicating with customers\nShipping products\nCollecting sales tax\nPromoting your store on Social media\nHow to set up coupons and special offers\nWhere to get help. \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://www.nativebiz.org/event/etsy-craft-entrepreneurship-online/2021-02-02/
CATEGORIES:Online Training
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.nativebiz.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/etsy300.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Mark Thompson":MAILTO:mark@idrsinc.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20201217T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20201217T190000
DTSTAMP:20260521T162118
CREATED:20201124T165914Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201209T034500Z
UID:10000517-1608224400-1608231600@www.nativebiz.org
SUMMARY:Business Idea Generation Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join the IDRS Acorn Project for a unique 2-session course created to help you generate new business ideas!   Our approach to the business idea generation process will help you develop an entrepreneur mindset and generate business ideas based on your hobbies\, skills\, culture & natural resources. This class is perfect for those who want to start a small business but aren’t sure what kind of business to start. It’s also great for existing business owners who need ideas for expanding their current offerings. \nThis workshop is FREE and OPEN to ALL community members.  We highly encourage high school youth to participate. \nThis class meets on the following dates:\nWednesday\, December 16th\nThursday\, December 17th \nClass will be held from 5:00pm – 7:00pm PT | 6:00pm – 8:00pm MT | 7:00pm – 9:00pm CT \nClick Here to Register\nFor questions\, contact:\nLynn Wilson\nIDRS Acorn Project\nLynn@idrsinc.org \nAbout the presenter:\nLynn serves as the Microenterprise Development Specialist for the IDRS Acorn Project. She has championed small businesses and entrepreneurs for 16 years working with tribal communities across Indian Country including her own tribe where she continues to provide small business support services for the Tribes’ CDFI & Commerce division. \nLynn’s work has focused on entrepreneurial training\, business counseling\, economic and demographic and social research related to economic development. Since 2009 she has taught part-time for the School of Business and Technology at Rogers State University and the Institute of American Indian Arts. Prior to coming to IDRS\, She served as the lead certification trainer for the Indianpreneurship Journey curriculum while on staff at ONABEN. Lynn received her M.B.A and Professional Certification in Entrepreneurship from Cameron University and is a certified market research specialist through the National Center for Economic Gardening. She lives in Claremore\, OK with her husband Clint (also a Cherokee Citizen) and their two sons\, Chandler and Quinton. \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://www.nativebiz.org/event/business-idea-generation-workshop/2020-12-17/
CATEGORIES:Online Training
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.nativebiz.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/BIG300.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Mark Thompson":MAILTO:mark@idrsinc.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20201216T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20201216T190000
DTSTAMP:20260521T162118
CREATED:20201124T165914Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201209T034500Z
UID:10000516-1608138000-1608145200@www.nativebiz.org
SUMMARY:Business Idea Generation Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join the IDRS Acorn Project for a unique 2-session course created to help you generate new business ideas!   Our approach to the business idea generation process will help you develop an entrepreneur mindset and generate business ideas based on your hobbies\, skills\, culture & natural resources. This class is perfect for those who want to start a small business but aren’t sure what kind of business to start. It’s also great for existing business owners who need ideas for expanding their current offerings. \nThis workshop is FREE and OPEN to ALL community members.  We highly encourage high school youth to participate. \nThis class meets on the following dates:\nWednesday\, December 16th\nThursday\, December 17th \nClass will be held from 5:00pm – 7:00pm PT | 6:00pm – 8:00pm MT | 7:00pm – 9:00pm CT \nClick Here to Register\nFor questions\, contact:\nLynn Wilson\nIDRS Acorn Project\nLynn@idrsinc.org \nAbout the presenter:\nLynn serves as the Microenterprise Development Specialist for the IDRS Acorn Project. She has championed small businesses and entrepreneurs for 16 years working with tribal communities across Indian Country including her own tribe where she continues to provide small business support services for the Tribes’ CDFI & Commerce division. \nLynn’s work has focused on entrepreneurial training\, business counseling\, economic and demographic and social research related to economic development. Since 2009 she has taught part-time for the School of Business and Technology at Rogers State University and the Institute of American Indian Arts. Prior to coming to IDRS\, She served as the lead certification trainer for the Indianpreneurship Journey curriculum while on staff at ONABEN. Lynn received her M.B.A and Professional Certification in Entrepreneurship from Cameron University and is a certified market research specialist through the National Center for Economic Gardening. She lives in Claremore\, OK with her husband Clint (also a Cherokee Citizen) and their two sons\, Chandler and Quinton. \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://www.nativebiz.org/event/business-idea-generation-workshop/2020-12-16/
CATEGORIES:Online Training
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.nativebiz.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/BIG300.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Mark Thompson":MAILTO:mark@idrsinc.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20201214T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20201214T130000
DTSTAMP:20260521T162118
CREATED:20201119T095806Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220510T003355Z
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SUMMARY:Becoming a Multiplier
DESCRIPTION:To register\, please click: ntv.bz/multipliers \nAre you a small business owner or entrepreneur who would like your employees to be as passionate about working as you are? Is your business growing and you need to hire employees and want to ensure you get the best performance and engagement from them? \nWhy is this important? If you are a small business owner or work in a small organization\, every hour and every dollar counts. In this webinar\, you will learn how to pull the best out in others and maximize every dollar spent. \nAre you unsure of how you are perceived as a leader and would learn to identify ways to pull out the highest levels of creativity\, engagement\, and get more productivity from your limited resources? Join us in this online training to learn about how you can become a multiplier.  In this training\, Camille Koster\, IDRS’ Youth Program Manager\, will lead each participant through a quiz to help identify your strengths and weaknesses related to engaging employees. \nWhen you attend the Becoming a Multiplier online training\, you will also learn: \n\nHow to identify top talent and attract them to your business or organization\nHow to identify what people are genius at and engage that skill within them\nHow to connect your employees with projects and opportunities that best fit their skills\nLearn to identify your leadership style and how you work best with employees\nLearn how to work with unengaged employees and strategies to improve engagement\nTools for developing the best in others\n\nYou can register for this online training by visiting: ntv.bz/multipliers \nAbout our presenter:\nCamille Koster (Cherokee) serves as the Youth Program Manager for the IDRS Acorn Project. Through the program\, she teaches youth how to explore entrepreneurship and create side hustles which provides them the opportunity to make money while continuing to focus on their education . She has worked in youth development and in nonprofit for the last 18 years\, both writing and facilitating camps across the nation. She has co-facilitated camps with the Drug-Free Communities National Initiative\, Students Working Against Tobacco\, Cherokee Nation Behavioral Health\, ONABEN\, the Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse\, and more. Camille dedicated five years of her youth development career as the Chief Operating Officer of Girl Scouts of Eastern Oklahoma. She successfully assisted in one the largest youth entrepreneur programs as she helped build strategy and infrastructure for a cookie sale campaign that led to her local Council selling over 1 million boxes of Girl Scout Cookies in Eastern Oklahoma.\n​\nCamille is a United States Navy Veteran and is proud to have represented the Cherokee Tribe in the military. During the time she served\, only 15.4% of the military was comprised of Native American members\, likewise\, only 4% were female members. She has a Masters Degree in Organizational Management. Camille lives in Jenks\, Oklahoma\, is married to a Firefighter and has three children. \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. \n 
URL:https://www.nativebiz.org/event/becoming-a-multiplier/
CATEGORIES:Online Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mark Thompson":MAILTO:mark@idrsinc.org
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SUMMARY:How to Make Money on Facebook Marketplace
DESCRIPTION:Register here: http://ntv.bz/marketplace \nAre you an emerging artist? Someone who wants to make and sell a product and to see if it could bring in some extra money? Maybe you are someone who has stuff lying around your house that you do not need any more but you think someone else might. \nIf so\, join IDRS on October 7th for the webinar “How to Make Money on Facebook Marketplace” and learn how to sell your items on Facebook Marketplace for free. There are thousands of items on Marketplace and selling can be challenging if you do not know proven strategies to buy and sell like a pro. \nIn this webinar\, IDRS’ Small Business Trainer Camille Koster will teach you how to set up your account\, what you can and can not sell on Marketplace\, and how to competitively price what you have to offer. Additionally\, you will learn photo tips to ensure your photos stand out\, as well as sales strategies and jargon most commonly used within Marketplace. Lastly\, you will learn common safety practices and general tips for pick up and delivery. \nThe workshop will take place on Wednesday\, October 7th at 11:00 AM Pacific. This workshop will be delivered online utilizing the Zoom platform. The workshop can be taken on computers and smartphones. \nJoin us to learn all that you need to know to go from an amateur to an expert while selling your items in Facebook Marketplace and make the extra money you need. \nYou can register by visiting: http://ntv.bz/marketplace \nAbout our presenter:\nCamille Koster (Cherokee) serves as the Youth Program Manager for the IDRS Acorn Project. Through the program\, she teaches youth how to explore entrepreneurship and create side hustles which provides them the opportunity to make money while continuing to focus on their education . She has worked in youth development and in nonprofit for the last 18 years\, both writing and facilitating camps across the nation. She has co-facilitated camps with the Drug-Free Communities National Initiative\, Students Working Against Tobacco\, Cherokee Nation Behavioral Health\, ONABEN\, the Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse\, and more. Camille dedicated five years of her youth development career as the Chief Operating Officer of Girl Scouts of Eastern Oklahoma. She successfully assisted in one the largest youth entrepreneur programs as she helped build strategy and infrastructure for a cookie sale campaign that led to her local Council selling over 1 million boxes of Girl Scout Cookies in Eastern Oklahoma.\n​\nCamille is a United States Navy Veteran and is proud to have represented the Cherokee Tribe in the military. During the time she served\, only 15.4% of the military was comprised of Native American members\, likewise\, only 4% were female members. She has a Masters Degree in Organizational Management. Camille lives in Jenks\, Oklahoma\, is married to a Firefighter and has three children. \nThis workshop is being funded in part by the USDA Rural Development and the California Governor’s Office of Economic Development.
URL:https://www.nativebiz.org/event/how-to-make-money-on-facebook-marketplace/
CATEGORIES:Online Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Mark Thompson":MAILTO:mark@idrsinc.org
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