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SUMMARY:Canva Design Series: Marketing Materials (Print)
DESCRIPTION:The Canva Design Series is a 12-month webinar series designed for entrepreneurs who want to build professional design skills step by step. Educator\, designer\, and founder of B93 Collective\, C’Lenna Mack will take from setting up your account to creating a polished portfolio\, this series supports you in growing both confidence and capability with Canva. \nJune’s workshop is Session 6 in the Canva Course Series. Marketing Materials (Print) explores how to create polished printed pieces that help your business stand out in the real world. Whether you’re designing flyers for an event\, brochures for customers\, or business cards for networking\, this session will help you understand the key differences between designing for screens and designing for print. Participants will leave with practical skills for producing professional-quality materials that look great both on the page and as part of a cohesive brand. \nWednesday\, June 17\, 2026\n10 am PT | 11 am MT | 12 pm CT | 1 pm ET\nOnline Workshop on Zoom \nRegister Here \nIn this session\, you’ll learn how to:\n• Produce professional flyers\, brochures and business cards using Canva’s print templates.\n• Understand print‑ready specifications (resolution\, bleed\, color profiles) and export settings.\n• Adapt digital designs for print without losing quality or consistency. \nAbout the Series:\n• You only need to register once to be enrolled in all workshops in the series\n• Each session stands on its own\, you do not need to have attended previous workshops to participate in this one or future sessions \nThis webinar is paid for in part by USDA Rural Development\, the California Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development (Go-Biz)\, and the Elevate Initiative.
URL:https://www.nativebiz.org/event/canva-design-series-marketing-materials-print/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mark Thompson":MAILTO:mark@idrsinc.org
LOCATION:https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/2317802811329/WN_nOZ33hLLQCKUSMduaLUVZA
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SUMMARY:Etsy Best Practices\, Session 2
DESCRIPTION:Session 2 of our four part Etsy Best Practices happens on Friday. If you missed the first session\, a link to the recording is below! \nAre you an artisan or craftsman looking to boost your online sales and grow your presence on Etsy?  Join our in-depth workshop\, “Etsy Best Practices\,” designed to help you unlock the full potential of your Etsy shop.  Whether you’re new to the platform or looking to enhance your current business\, these sessions will provide actionable insights\, tips\, and strategies tailored to creative entrepreneurs. \nEach session will cover critical aspects of selling on Etsy\, from optimizing product listings and navigating SEO\, to crafting engaging product descriptions and leveraging Etsy’s promotional tools. Learn best practices from seasoned sellers\, discover ways to connect with a larger audience\, and get expert guidance on customer service\, pricing\, and shipping solutions to boost your shop’s performance. Take the guesswork out of selling and transform your passion into a thriving online business.  \nRegister Here \n📍 This webinar will be presented on Zoom\n📅 First workshop session: Friday\, May 15\, 2026\n⏰ 12 pm PST / 1 pm MST / 2 pm CST / 3 pm EST\n#️ Session 2 of 4. When you’re registered for 1\, you’re registered for all. \nSession 1 recording: https://ntv.bz/Etsy_BP_Rec1 \n💰 This workshop are made possible through support from the Small Business Administration\, USDA Rural Development\, the California Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development\, and the Elevate Initiative. 💰 See less
URL:https://www.nativebiz.org/event/etsy-best-practices-session-2/
LOCATION:Via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mark Thompson":MAILTO:mark@idrsinc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260310T140000
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SUMMARY:REZ Roots: Planning with Purpose on the Reservation
DESCRIPTION:Professional Presence\, Communication & Cultural Protocol\n\n\n\nOn the Rez\, your reputation travels faster than your marketing.\n\n\n\nYou are not just building a business.\n\nYou are building trust. Relationships. Your name.\n\n\n\nIn this REZ Roots session\, we focus on how to show up professionally while staying culturally grounded. This is about the day-to-day habits that protect your credibility and position you for long-term success.\n\n\n\n\nRegister Here\n\n\nWe’ll cover:\n Writing a simple\, usable business plan without overwhelm\n Professional communication: email\, texting\, and follow-up\n Community etiquette and navigating your business\n Protecting your reputation in small communities\n Strengthening your writing and responsibly using AI tools like ChatGPT\n\n\n\nThis session is about clarity\, confidence\, and moving with intention.\n\n\nIf you are building on the Reservation\, this conversation matters.\n\n\nStay rooted. Stay professional. Grow with purpose.\n\n\n\nRegister Here: ntv.bz/ontherez
URL:https://www.nativebiz.org/event/rez-roots/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260304T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260304T120000
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SUMMARY:Building a Business That Feeds Your Spirit
DESCRIPTION:It’s not about choosing between your values and making a living. You can do both. This live webinar is for entrepreneurs who are tired of feeling pulled between who they are and what their business demands. Together\, we’ll explore how to build a business that honors your personal values and cultural identity while still functioning as a sustainable source of income. \nYou’ll learn how to: \n\nClarify your core values – the ones that truly guide your decisions\nUse those values to shape your pricing\, boundaries\, and offers\nDesign a business that feels aligned instead of draining\nEvaluate opportunities through both purpose and practicality\n\nWednesday\, March 4th\, 2026 – 11 pm PT; 12 pm MT; 1 pm CT; 2 pm ET \n  \nRegister Here \nThis isn’t about hustle culture or spiritual bypassing. It’s about honest\, grounded entrepreneurship that supports both your livelihood and your well-being. \nIf you’re ready to build a business that feels like home — without losing sight of the need to make a living — this session is for you.
URL:https://www.nativebiz.org/event/feed-your-spirit/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260224T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260224T130000
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CREATED:20260212T174940Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260212T175357Z
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SUMMARY:Put Your Native Business Dream To The Test
DESCRIPTION:In this thought-provoking webinar\, Scott Tafoya\, Native business owner and coach\, guides participants through key concepts inspired by Dr. John C. Maxwell’s book Put Your Dream to the Test. Designed for Native entrepreneurs\, this session moves beyond inspiration and focuses on ownership\, clarity\, and action. \n  \nMany people never reach their potential because their dream remains hypothetical. This training helps participants begin to clarify their vision\, strengthen their commitment\, and honestly assess whether they are ready to do what it takes to turn a dream into reality. \n  \nTuesday\, February 24th\, 2026 – 12 pm PT; 1 pm MT; 2 pm CT; 3 pm ET \nRegister Here \nLearning Objectives: \n\nClarify your vision by clearly articulating your business dream\nAssess reality and readiness by evaluating what is within your control and whether you are willing to pay the required cost\nIdentify a clear path forward by determining realistic strategies and actionable next steps\nRecognize the role of people and purpose by identifying the support needed to help bring your dream to life\n\nIf you’re ready to move from dreaming to doing\, this session will help you test your vision and take meaningful steps forward. \n 
URL:https://www.nativebiz.org/event/native-business-dream/
CATEGORIES:Online Training,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260212T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260212T170000
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CREATED:20260207T212058Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260207T212058Z
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SUMMARY:Turn Your Phone Into a Powerful Marketing Tool for Your Food Business
DESCRIPTION:Great video can be the difference between being noticed and being overlooked. In our new webinar\, you’ll learn how to use the phone already in your pocket to create high-quality\, compelling videos that showcase your products and tell your brand’s story in a way that connects with customers.\n\n\n\nLed by Diné filmmaker and Daytime Emmy Award–winning producer Deidra Peaches\, this webinar breaks down videography into simple\, approachable steps\, no fancy gear or prior experience required. You’ll gain practical skills\, creative confidence\, and a clear framework for producing videos that look professional and feel authentic to your business.\n\n\n\nRegister Here\n\n\n\n\n Thursday\, February 12\, 2026\n 4 pm PT | 5 pm MT | 6 pm CT | 7 pm ET\n Online Workshop on Zoom\n Register here: ntv.bz/video\n\n\n\n\nIn this webinar\, you will learn:\n• How to use your mobile phone for effective video recording\n• Basic camera fundamentals\, framing\, and movement techniques\n• Simple lighting tips to instantly improve video quality\n• Essential tools and equipment to get started\n• How to use storytelling to highlight your products and strengthen your brand\n• A practical videographer checklist you can use right away\n\n\n\n\n\n\n This webinar is paid for in part by USDA Rural Development\, the California Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development (Go-Biz)\, and the Elevate Initiative.
URL:https://www.nativebiz.org/event/turn-your-phone-into-a-powerful-marketing-tool-for-your-food-business/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260211T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260211T110000
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CREATED:20260207T191739Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260207T195830Z
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SUMMARY:Design Foundations for Entrepreneurs
DESCRIPTION:The Canva Design Series is a 12-month webinar series designed for entrepreneurs who want to build professional design skills step by step. Educator\, designer\, and founder of B93 Collective\, C’Lenna Mack will take from setting up your account to creating a polished portfolio\, this series supports you in growing both confidence and capability with Canva.\n\n\nRegister Here\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJanuary’s workshop\, Design Foundations for Entrepreneurs\, covers fundamental design concepts; color theory\, typography\, spacing and visual hierarchy; to help participants create attractive\, readable designs. Attendees will build mood boards to articulate their brand’s look and feel.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n Wednesday\, February 11\, 2026\n 10 am PT | 11 am MT | 12 pm CT | 1 pm ET\n Online Workshop on Zoom\n To register\, please visit ntv.bz/canva\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIn this session\, you’ll learn how to:\n• Explain essential design concepts including color palettes\, font choice\, spacing and alignment.\n• Understand how visual hierarchy directs attention and improves communication.\n• Apply these principles by creating a mood board that reflects their business values.\n\n\n\n\n\n\nInstructor Bio – C’Lenna Mack \nC’Lenna Mack is an educator\, designer\, and advocate with more than ten years of experience supporting entrepreneurs and community organizations. Originally from Georgia and now based in Oklahoma\, she is a self‑taught graphic designer fluent in tools like Figma\, Canva\, Photoshop and Affinity. She began her design career by offering free workshops and one‑on‑one support to entrepreneurs with limited budgets. Her belief that everyone deserves equitable\, accessible and easy‑to‑follow design training led her to found B93 Collective. Through this agency she helps individuals\, businesses and community leaders turn ideas into thoughtful digital experiences\, always centering cultural respect and community empowerment. \n\n \n\n\n\n\n About the Series:\n• You only need to register once to be enrolled in all workshops in the series\n• Each session stands on its own\, you do not need to have attended previous workshops to participate in this one or future sessions\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n This webinar is paid for in part by USDA Rural Development\, the California Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development (Go-Biz)\, and the Elevate Initiative.
URL:https://www.nativebiz.org/event/canva/
CATEGORIES:Online Training,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260130T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260130T130000
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CREATED:20260126T232911Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260126T232911Z
UID:10000711-1769774400-1769778000@www.nativebiz.org
SUMMARY:Business Idea Generation
DESCRIPTION:Business Idea Generation\n​Turning Your Strengths and Passions Into a Business – ​\n​Friday\, January 30th\, 2026 – 12 pm PT; 1 pm MT; 2 pm CT; 3 pm ET \n\n\n\nRegister Here\n\n\n\nHave a desire to start a business but not sure where to begin? This webinar is designed for entrepreneurs in Indian Country who want to clarify their business vision and explore meaningful\, community centered business ideas. \nJoin IDRS’ Microenterprise Development Specialist\, Lynn Wilson\, for a practical session focused on generating business ideas rooted in your strengths\, culture\, location\, and the needs you see in your tribal and local community. \nIn this session\, you will explore: \n\nHow to generate business ideas using your hobbies\, interests\, skills\, and work experience\nHow culture\, traditions\, and lived experience can inspire authentic business concepts\nHow location and local opportunity such as tourism and natural resources can shape strong ideas\nHow to identify tribal and community needs and pain points that could be addressed through business creation\n\nIf time allows\, Lynn will also provide simple strategies to evaluate and compare ideas so you can focus on the best one to move forward \nHere are four key approaches to business idea generation we will discuss in the webinar: \n\nLeveraging existing hobbies and interests\nUsing your skills and professional experience\nDrawing from cultural knowledge and traditions\nExploring location based opportunities such as tourism tied to natural resources\n\nThis session is ideal for aspiring entrepreneurs\, small business owners looking to create a new product or service\, and anyone who wants to develop a business idea that reflects their values and strengthens their community.
URL:https://www.nativebiz.org/event/business-idea-generation-2/
CATEGORIES:Online Training,Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lynn Wilson":MAILTO:lynn@idrsinc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260127T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260127T130000
DTSTAMP:20260126T212308Z
CREATED:20260126T211235Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260126T212308Z
UID:10000710-1769515200-1769518800@www.nativebiz.org
SUMMARY:Envision a More Beautiful Dance
DESCRIPTION:Vision gives direction\, flow\, and intentionality; shaping how you move through each season of your life and business. \nScott Tafoya\, founder of Truth Dancer Coaching\, brings a thoughtful\, values-centered discussion on leadership\, growth\, and personal alignment. This reflective and grounding training invites participants to slow down and intentionally clarify their personal vision\, setting the foundation for effective self-leadership in the year ahead. \nIn this session\, you’ll explore: \n\nWhy vision must come before action\nPrinciples that help clarify personal vision\nHow intentional vision supports effective self-leadership\nWays to take ownership of the year ahead\n\nUsing the metaphor of a dance\, this workshop reminds us that life isn’t rigid or mechanical. Life requires awareness\, alignment\, and rhythm. When your vision is clear\, your steps become more confident and your progress more sustainable\, not just for 2026\, but for every year ahead. \nRegister Here \nor \nTo register\, please visit: ntv.bz/dance
URL:https://www.nativebiz.org/event/envision/
CATEGORIES:Online Training,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251119T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251119T110000
DTSTAMP:20251107T222124Z
CREATED:20251107T214449Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251107T222124Z
UID:10000706-1763546400-1763550000@www.nativebiz.org
SUMMARY:Unlocking the Power of Personality in Business and Life
DESCRIPTION:Ever wonder why some people are naturally assertive while others take a more thoughtful approach? Why do some love structure while others thrive in spontaneity? \nThe DISC Personality Class is your key to understanding personality dynamics—both your own and those around you! In business\, relationships\, or personal growth\, understanding your own personality and that of those around you helps you communicate more effectively\, reduce conflict\, and foster stronger connections. \n What You’ll Learn: \n Discover your own DISC personality type (Dominance\, Influence\, Steadiness\, Compliance) \n Understand what drives and motivates different personality types \n Gain tools to communicate more effectively at work and in life \n Learn how to adapt to different people and situations with ease \n Build confidence in navigating both your business and personal life \nJoin Camille Koster\, DiSC certified facilitator for an insightful webinar in getting to know yourself and others. Class includes a free DiSC report\, tools\, and practical tips to support you in your business and personal life. \nhttps://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_1vr67aWaRRym6FuTQMKJeQ
URL:https://www.nativebiz.org/event/unlocking-the-power-of-personality-in-business-and-life/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Mark Thompson":MAILTO:mark@idrsinc.org
LOCATION:https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_1vr67aWaRRym6FuTQMKJeQ
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251105T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251105T143000
DTSTAMP:20251010T033342Z
CREATED:20251008T200354Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251010T033342Z
UID:10000705-1762347600-1762353000@www.nativebiz.org
SUMMARY:Building Indigenous Business Presence on LinkedIn
DESCRIPTION:Building Indigenous Business Presence on LinkedIn: From Basics to Business Growth\nHosted by IDRS Acorn Project/Heather C. Gomez\n\n\nPart 1: LinkedIn 101 – Building Your Digital Indigenous Footprint\n October 29 | Online\n1:00 PM Pacific | 2:00 PM Mountain | 3:00 PM Central | 4:00 PM Eastern\n\nThis will be a webinar presented on Zoom\n\n\nAre you a Native entrepreneur or artisan ready to share your business with a wider audience? Have you heard of LinkedIn but don’t know where to start? This webinar is for you!\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin us for the first session of a two-part series with trainer Heather Gomez\, designed to help Indigenous business owners and creatives harness LinkedIn as a tool for growth.\n\n\n\n In this session\, you’ll learn how to:\n Create a Powerful Profile – authentically showcase your skills\, cultural background\, and business.\n Understand the Basics – learn what connections are\, how to find potential partners/clients\, and navigate LinkedIn with ease.\n Start Building Your Network – get practical tips to confidently make your first connections and engage online.\n Lay the Foundation for Your Business – use your profile to build trust\, visibility\, and recognition for your brand.\n\n\nThis training isn’t just about finding a job—it’s about creating digital space for your story\, your community\, and your business.\n\n\n Don’t miss out—register today to take your first step toward building a strong Indigenous presence on LinkedIn!\n\n\n\n\nTo register\, please visit https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Aks6mfkeSzmlcHUQKbtjwA?fbclid=IwY2xjawNToUtleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETF5dDF0WjBFU3h5MVJrcTdIAR46dRhPbB9LfgniDs_6gQki-U-Jmg5hANlqERUZRYvnOzEws5pvvZbAsNtMOQ_aem_kjuVPWI-eUHPGg0Y7ifgrQ#/registration\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis workshop is made possible through support from the Small Business Administration\, USDA Rural Development\, the California Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development\, and the Elevate Initiative.
URL:https://www.nativebiz.org/event/building-indiegnous-presence-on-linked-in/2025-11-05/
LOCATION:Via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mark Thompson":MAILTO:mark@idrsinc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251030T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251030T140000
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SUMMARY:Building Indigenous Business Presence on LinkedIn
DESCRIPTION:Building Indigenous Business Presence on LinkedIn: From Basics to Business Growth\nHosted by IDRS Acorn Project/Heather C. Gomez\n\n\nPart 1: LinkedIn 101 – Building Your Digital Indigenous Footprint\n October 29 | Online\n1:00 PM Pacific | 2:00 PM Mountain | 3:00 PM Central | 4:00 PM Eastern\n\nThis will be a webinar presented on Zoom\n\n\nAre you a Native entrepreneur or artisan ready to share your business with a wider audience? Have you heard of LinkedIn but don’t know where to start? This webinar is for you!\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin us for the first session of a two-part series with trainer Heather Gomez\, designed to help Indigenous business owners and creatives harness LinkedIn as a tool for growth.\n\n\n\n In this session\, you’ll learn how to:\n Create a Powerful Profile – authentically showcase your skills\, cultural background\, and business.\n Understand the Basics – learn what connections are\, how to find potential partners/clients\, and navigate LinkedIn with ease.\n Start Building Your Network – get practical tips to confidently make your first connections and engage online.\n Lay the Foundation for Your Business – use your profile to build trust\, visibility\, and recognition for your brand.\n\n\nThis training isn’t just about finding a job—it’s about creating digital space for your story\, your community\, and your business.\n\n\n Don’t miss out—register today to take your first step toward building a strong Indigenous presence on LinkedIn!\n\n\n\n\nTo register\, please visit https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Aks6mfkeSzmlcHUQKbtjwA?fbclid=IwY2xjawNToUtleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETF5dDF0WjBFU3h5MVJrcTdIAR46dRhPbB9LfgniDs_6gQki-U-Jmg5hANlqERUZRYvnOzEws5pvvZbAsNtMOQ_aem_kjuVPWI-eUHPGg0Y7ifgrQ#/registration\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis workshop is made possible through support from the Small Business Administration\, USDA Rural Development\, the California Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development\, and the Elevate Initiative.
URL:https://www.nativebiz.org/event/building-indiegnous-presence-on-linked-in/2025-10-30/
LOCATION:Via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mark Thompson":MAILTO:mark@idrsinc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250522T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250522T130000
DTSTAMP:20250520T224009Z
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SUMMARY:Trade with Purpose: Reviving Indigenous Barter Systems in Modern Business
DESCRIPTION:Trade with Purpose: Reviving Indigenous Barter Systems in Modern BusinessThursday\, May 22nd \nTime: 12:00 – 1:30 PT | 1:00 -2:30 MT | 2:00 – 3:30 CT | 3:00 – 4:30 ET \nRegistration Link: https://ntv.bz/trade \nWebinar Description: \nLong before money was used\, Native communities built strong economies through bartering—trading goods\, skills\, and services to meet needs and build relationships. These traditional ways of doing business are still powerful tools today\, especially for small Native-owned businesses. \nIn this 45–50 minute session\, we’ll explore how bartering—once central to Indigenous trade networks—can be used today to save money\, build community\, and grow your business. You’ll learn how bartering fits into what’s called the “collaborative economy”—where people share resources and work together instead of relying only on cash. \nThrough stories\, modern-day examples\, and real-world tools\, we’ll cover: \n\nThe history and cultural importance of bartering in Indigenous communities\nHow to trade goods and services with other Native businesses\nExamples of Native entrepreneurs who use bartering today\nTips for finding barter partners and making fair trades\nOnline and local platforms to help you get started\nHow to avoid common bartering mistakes\n\nWe’ll also have time to brainstorm together\, so you can walk away with real ideas of something you need and something you could offer in trade—starting your barter journey today. \nPresenter: Lahoma Davidson \nLahoma has spent over twenty years advancing economic development in Native communities\, with a strong focus on supporting small businesses. She specializes in helping Native entrepreneurs access capital\, develop sound financial systems\, and build sustainable enterprises. Her expertise spans loan program design\, underwriting\, collections\, risk assessment\, and CDFI certification. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\nThis workshop are made possible through support from the Small Business Administration\, USDA Rural Development\, the California Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development\, and the Elevate Initiative.
URL:https://www.nativebiz.org/event/trade-with-purpose/
LOCATION:Via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mark Thompson":MAILTO:mark@idrsinc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250521T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250521T150000
DTSTAMP:20250520T225348Z
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SUMMARY:Hosting 101: Your Guide to Airbnb Success
DESCRIPTION:Hosting 101: Your Guide to Airbnb Success \nWednesday\, May 21st / 2PM PST \nRegistration Link: http://ntv.bz/spaces \nWebinar Description: \n\n\n\nAn 8-Part Webinar Series for Native & Indigenous Hosts (2pm PST/ 3pm MST) \n\nHosting 101: Your Guide to Airbnb Success – May 21 (Intro to Airbnb for Indigenous Hosts)\n\n📢 Hosting 101: Your Guide to Airbnb Success \nJoin Dulce Base Tipi Airbnb host Heather Gomez as she takes you through the essentials of starting your journey on Airbnb! Whether you’re curious about hosting or ready to list your space\, this session will cover: \n✅ The pros and cons of Airbnb hosting \n ✅ Why Airbnb can be a better option than traditional hotels \n ✅ A step-by-step guide to setting up your listing \n ✅ Answers to any questions you may have about getting started \nThis is the perfect starting point for Indigenous entrepreneurs looking to share their spaces\, generate income\, and build a thriving short-term rental business. Don’t miss out! ✨ \n\n\n\n\n\nThis workshop are made possible through support from the Small Business Administration\, USDA Rural Development\, the California Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development\, and the Elevate Initiative.
URL:https://www.nativebiz.org/event/hosting-101-your-guide-to-airbnb-success/
LOCATION:Via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mark Thompson":MAILTO:mark@idrsinc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250516T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250516T140000
DTSTAMP:20250418T213600Z
CREATED:20250418T213600Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250418T213600Z
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SUMMARY:The Business of Art
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Nocona Burgess \nDates: Wednesday\, May 14th\, Thursday\, May 15th\, Friday May 16th \nTime: 12:00 – 2:00 PT | 1:00 – 3:00 MT | 2:00 – 4:00 CT | 3:00 – 5:00 ET \nRegister: https://ntv.bz/boa \n🎨 Indigenous Artists – Ready to Grow Your Art Into a Business? \nJoin renowned Comanche artist Nocona Burgess for The Business of Art\, a 3-part virtual class created especially for Native creatives who are ready to take their talents to the next level. \nWhether you’re a painter\, carver\, beader\, or multi-disciplinary artist—this class will help you build the business side of your art practice with confidence\, culture\, and professionalism. \nIn this course\, you’ll learn how to: \n✔️ Set up a professional studio or workspace \n✔️ Promote your work with a website\, bio\, and social media \n✔️ Price your art and track your sales \n✔️ Build relationships with galleries and shows \n✔️ Organize your records\, contracts\, and taxes \n✔️ Create a promo pack that reflects who you are and what you stand for \nThis is more than a class—it’s a roadmap to help you stay grounded in your art\, your story\, and your community while growing your presence in the art world. \nBiography:\nNocona Burgess\, a member of the Comanche Nation of Oklahoma and descendant of Chief Quanah Parker\, is a nationally and internationally recognized Native artist known for his bold\, modern portraits of Indigenous people from across North America. His work blends historical research with personal heritage\, using vivid color and traditional symbolism to honor Native identity while challenging outdated perceptions. With a BFA from the University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma and a Master’s in Art Education from the University of New Mexico\, Burgess has exhibited widely—including at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of the American Indian—and continues to bridge past and present through contemporary Native art. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\nThis workshop are made possible through support from the Small Business Administration\, USDA Rural Development\, the California Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development\, and the Elevate Initiative.
URL:https://www.nativebiz.org/event/the-business-of-art/2025-05-16/
LOCATION:Via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mark Thompson":MAILTO:mark@idrsinc.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250515T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250515T140000
DTSTAMP:20250418T213600Z
CREATED:20250418T213600Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250418T213600Z
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SUMMARY:The Business of Art
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Nocona Burgess \nDates: Wednesday\, May 14th\, Thursday\, May 15th\, Friday May 16th \nTime: 12:00 – 2:00 PT | 1:00 – 3:00 MT | 2:00 – 4:00 CT | 3:00 – 5:00 ET \nRegister: https://ntv.bz/boa \n🎨 Indigenous Artists – Ready to Grow Your Art Into a Business? \nJoin renowned Comanche artist Nocona Burgess for The Business of Art\, a 3-part virtual class created especially for Native creatives who are ready to take their talents to the next level. \nWhether you’re a painter\, carver\, beader\, or multi-disciplinary artist—this class will help you build the business side of your art practice with confidence\, culture\, and professionalism. \nIn this course\, you’ll learn how to: \n✔️ Set up a professional studio or workspace \n✔️ Promote your work with a website\, bio\, and social media \n✔️ Price your art and track your sales \n✔️ Build relationships with galleries and shows \n✔️ Organize your records\, contracts\, and taxes \n✔️ Create a promo pack that reflects who you are and what you stand for \nThis is more than a class—it’s a roadmap to help you stay grounded in your art\, your story\, and your community while growing your presence in the art world. \nBiography:\nNocona Burgess\, a member of the Comanche Nation of Oklahoma and descendant of Chief Quanah Parker\, is a nationally and internationally recognized Native artist known for his bold\, modern portraits of Indigenous people from across North America. His work blends historical research with personal heritage\, using vivid color and traditional symbolism to honor Native identity while challenging outdated perceptions. With a BFA from the University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma and a Master’s in Art Education from the University of New Mexico\, Burgess has exhibited widely—including at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of the American Indian—and continues to bridge past and present through contemporary Native art. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\nThis workshop are made possible through support from the Small Business Administration\, USDA Rural Development\, the California Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development\, and the Elevate Initiative.
URL:https://www.nativebiz.org/event/the-business-of-art/2025-05-15/
LOCATION:Via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mark Thompson":MAILTO:mark@idrsinc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250514T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250514T140000
DTSTAMP:20250418T213600Z
CREATED:20250418T213600Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250418T213600Z
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SUMMARY:The Business of Art
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Nocona Burgess \nDates: Wednesday\, May 14th\, Thursday\, May 15th\, Friday May 16th \nTime: 12:00 – 2:00 PT | 1:00 – 3:00 MT | 2:00 – 4:00 CT | 3:00 – 5:00 ET \nRegister: https://ntv.bz/boa \n🎨 Indigenous Artists – Ready to Grow Your Art Into a Business? \nJoin renowned Comanche artist Nocona Burgess for The Business of Art\, a 3-part virtual class created especially for Native creatives who are ready to take their talents to the next level. \nWhether you’re a painter\, carver\, beader\, or multi-disciplinary artist—this class will help you build the business side of your art practice with confidence\, culture\, and professionalism. \nIn this course\, you’ll learn how to: \n✔️ Set up a professional studio or workspace \n✔️ Promote your work with a website\, bio\, and social media \n✔️ Price your art and track your sales \n✔️ Build relationships with galleries and shows \n✔️ Organize your records\, contracts\, and taxes \n✔️ Create a promo pack that reflects who you are and what you stand for \nThis is more than a class—it’s a roadmap to help you stay grounded in your art\, your story\, and your community while growing your presence in the art world. \nBiography:\nNocona Burgess\, a member of the Comanche Nation of Oklahoma and descendant of Chief Quanah Parker\, is a nationally and internationally recognized Native artist known for his bold\, modern portraits of Indigenous people from across North America. His work blends historical research with personal heritage\, using vivid color and traditional symbolism to honor Native identity while challenging outdated perceptions. With a BFA from the University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma and a Master’s in Art Education from the University of New Mexico\, Burgess has exhibited widely—including at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of the American Indian—and continues to bridge past and present through contemporary Native art. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\nThis workshop are made possible through support from the Small Business Administration\, USDA Rural Development\, the California Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development\, and the Elevate Initiative.
URL:https://www.nativebiz.org/event/the-business-of-art/2025-05-14/
LOCATION:Via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mark Thompson":MAILTO:mark@idrsinc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250428T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250428T130000
DTSTAMP:20250327T154009Z
CREATED:20250327T154009Z
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SUMMARY:How To Start A Skills Based Business
DESCRIPTION:Why Trade Jobs Are Great For Entrepreneurs\nHosted by Carl Reynolds\nMonday\, April 7th\, 28th 2025\n12 am PST / 1 am MST / 2 pm CST / 3 pm EST\nThis will be a webinar presented on Zoom\n\n\n\n\n\nAre You Aspiring to Launch Your Own HVAC Business but Unsure Where to Start? Whether you’re new to the HVAC field or eager to become your own boss\, this beginner-friendly course will provide you with all the essential knowledge needed to establish a successful trade skills business\, guided by the insights of an experienced business owner who has built and sold his own trade enterprise. To register\, please visit ntv.bz/skills\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIn the webinar\, you’ll discover:\n\n\n● Steps to get licensed\, insured\, and legally establish your business\n● Strategies to acquire your first paying customers without breaking the bank on advertising\n● Pricing and service techniques\n● Effective financing options for your startup\n● Marketing strategies for your business\n● How to avoid common beginner pitfalls that could cost you money\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\nThis workshop are made possible through support from the Small Business Administration\, USDA Rural Development\, the California Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development\, and the Elevate Initiative.
URL:https://www.nativebiz.org/event/how-to-start-a-skilled-based-business/2025-04-28/
LOCATION:Via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mark Thompson":MAILTO:mark@idrsinc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250423T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250423T130000
DTSTAMP:20250418T211654Z
CREATED:20250418T211654Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250418T211654Z
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SUMMARY:Tending the Fire Within: Wellness Practices for Native Entrepreneurs
DESCRIPTION:“Tending the Fire Within: Wellness Practices for Native Entrepreneurs” \nDate: Wednesday\, April 23rd 11:00 am – 1:00 pm PT | 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm MT | 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm CT | 2:00 – 4:00pm ET \nVia Zoom \nRegistration Link: ntv.bz/wellness \nPresented by Roxanne Best \nRoxanne\, an enrolled member of the Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation\, weaves cultural insights into contemporary wellness practices. With a BS in Sports Management\, yoga instructor\, sound healer\, and business coach\, Roxanne guides individuals away from overwhelm toward balance and focus based on core values and purpose. She openly shares her experience as a recovering “do all the things” addict\, using both humor\, life experience and her VISION Mapping Program to steer individuals towards focus and clarity to help realize their big dreams. \nOverview \nThis two-hour workshop is designed to support Native business owners and entrepreneurs in finding balance between the demands of running a business and prioritizing their well-being. The session will introduce culturally aligned wellness practices that promote mental clarity\, emotional regulation\, and physical vitality—helping participants reconnect to themselves and their purpose. \nRecognizing that entrepreneurship can be overwhelming and all-consuming\, this workshop blends traditional wellness approaches with modern stress-reduction strategies to guide participants toward more grounded\, intentional\, and holistic business leadership. \nMany Native entrepreneurs carry deep responsibilities—not just to grow their business\, but to serve their people\, uplift community\, and protect cultural lifeways. But the journey of entrepreneurship often brings long hours\, financial strain\, and burnout. By weaving in traditional practices—like breathwork\, movement\, quiet reflection\, and storytelling through writing—entrepreneurs can: \n\nStrengthen their resilience and inner balance\nSharpen focus and reconnect with their “why”\nStay rooted in cultural teachings and spiritual wellness\nLead from a place of integrity and clarity\nModel healthy\, sustainable leadership for family and community\n\nThis workshop offers a respectful\, welcoming space to slow down\, reflect\, and re-center using practices aligned with Indigenous worldviews of holistic health and balance. \n\n\n\n\nThis workshop are made possible through support from the Small Business Administration\, USDA Rural Development\, the California Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development\, and the Elevate Initiative.
URL:https://www.nativebiz.org/event/tending-the-fire-within-wellness-practices-for-native-entrepreneurs/
LOCATION:Via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mark Thompson":MAILTO:mark@idrsinc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250407T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250407T130000
DTSTAMP:20250327T154009Z
CREATED:20250327T154009Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250327T154009Z
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SUMMARY:How To Start A Skills Based Business
DESCRIPTION:Why Trade Jobs Are Great For Entrepreneurs\nHosted by Carl Reynolds\nMonday\, April 7th\, 28th 2025\n12 am PST / 1 am MST / 2 pm CST / 3 pm EST\nThis will be a webinar presented on Zoom\n\n\n\n\n\nAre You Aspiring to Launch Your Own HVAC Business but Unsure Where to Start? Whether you’re new to the HVAC field or eager to become your own boss\, this beginner-friendly course will provide you with all the essential knowledge needed to establish a successful trade skills business\, guided by the insights of an experienced business owner who has built and sold his own trade enterprise. To register\, please visit ntv.bz/skills\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIn the webinar\, you’ll discover:\n\n\n● Steps to get licensed\, insured\, and legally establish your business\n● Strategies to acquire your first paying customers without breaking the bank on advertising\n● Pricing and service techniques\n● Effective financing options for your startup\n● Marketing strategies for your business\n● How to avoid common beginner pitfalls that could cost you money\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\nThis workshop are made possible through support from the Small Business Administration\, USDA Rural Development\, the California Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development\, and the Elevate Initiative.
URL:https://www.nativebiz.org/event/how-to-start-a-skilled-based-business/2025-04-07/
LOCATION:Via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mark Thompson":MAILTO:mark@idrsinc.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250404T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250404T110000
DTSTAMP:20250327T152847Z
CREATED:20250326T000947Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250327T152847Z
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SUMMARY:Why Trade Jobs Are Great For Entrepreneurs
DESCRIPTION:Why Trade Jobs Are Great For Entrepreneurs\nHosted by Uni Britt\nFriday\, April 4th\, 2025\n10 am PST / 11 am MST / 12 pm CST / 1 pm EST\nThis will be a webinar presented on Zoom\n\n\n\n\n\nThink the skilled trades aren’t for you? Think again. The trades can open doors to a rewarding\, hands-on career—and for Uni Britt\, it led to a 30+ year journey as an Ironworker and Elevator Constructor. Join us for an inspiring conversation with Uni as she shares how she broke barriers\, built a legacy\, and why she believes more Native people should explore careers in the skilled trades. To register\, please visit ntv.bz/tradejobs\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nHave you ever considered a job in the skilled trade industry? Could you be a plumber\, an ironworker\, an electrician or work in the heating and air business? Join IDRS for a conversation with Uni Britt and learn how she began working in the ironwork industry over 30 years ago and why she encourages tribal members to consider working in the skilled trade industries. Uni is an enrolled member of Duck Valley Indian reservation\, located about one hundred miles north of Elko\, NV.\n\n\n\n\n\nUni joined the trades after high school because she did not know how to pay for college. She became an ironworker\, first with local 118 Reno and then with local 377 San Francisco after finishing her apprenticeship program.\n\n\nNext\, Uni became a member of the International Union of Elevator Constructors local 8 in San Francisco where she would build her career for the next 30 years. After extensive travels throughout United States\, Uni decided it was time to finally come home to the Rez and relax.\n\n\n\nAfter realizing retirement is not what it is cracked up to be\, she decided to embark on something that she always wanted to try\, teaching technical trades. Being a member of 377 and a member of local 8 I have been given an opportunity to gain experience with many different skills from welding\, electrical\, blueprints\, programing\, hydraulics\, carpentry\, etc. The elevator trade combined multiple trades into one.\n\n\nJoin IDRS as we host Uni to have a conversation regarding why the trades are so important in Indian country and the lessons she has learned as a female Native American working in the trades for over 30 years.\n\n\n\nThis workshop are made possible through support from the Small Business Administration\, USDA Rural Development\, the California Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development\, and the Elevate Initiative.
URL:https://www.nativebiz.org/event/why-trade-jobs-are-great-for-entrepreneurs/
LOCATION:Via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mark Thompson":MAILTO:mark@idrsinc.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231207T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231207T130000
DTSTAMP:20231130T151901Z
CREATED:20231130T151901Z
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SUMMARY:Break Even Analysis
DESCRIPTION:Next Thursday\, we continue our 4 part series on making your books shine. We just passed Black Friday. As the story goes\, retailers would finally get out of the red for the year and into the “black.” Very risky to only be profitable this late into the year. Do you know how to determine your break even point? Do you know what a good measure is for your business? If not\, come learn from Bruce Bishline\, a 20+ year business counselor\, who will explain why the break even point is important and an easy way to calculate yours. Register at ntv.bz/breakeven\n\n\n\nBreak Even Point: When will I be profitable?\nHosted by Bruce Bishline\nThursday\, December 7th\, 2023\n12 pm (noon) Pacific / 1 pm Mountain / 2 pm Central / 3 pm Eastern\n\n\nThis will be a webinar presented on Zoom\n\n\n\n\n\nA break-even analysis is a valuable tool for small business owners to determine the minimum amount of sales necessary to cover all of their costs and expenses.\n\n\nbreakeven analysis is a helpful tool for small business owners to evaluate the potential profitability of launching or expanding their business. By understanding the costs and revenue associated with selling products or services\, small business owners can make informed decisions.\n\n\n\nKey benefits of conducting a breakeven analysis for small business owners:\n\nProvides a clear understanding of fixed and variable costs\nHelps to set realistic sales targets\nHelps to evaluate pricing strategies\nHelps to identify potential cost savings\n\n\n\nThis webinar is the fourth in a series of webinars designed to help you manage the financial aspects of your business. To view the first three sessions click on the links below:\n\n\n\nWebinar 1: Record Keeping Basics for Small Business Owners\nRecording Link: https://ntv.bz/SMB_records_rec1\n\n\n\nWebinar 2: Understanding Financial Statements\nRecording Link: https://ntv.bz/SMB_records_rec2\n\n\n\nWebinar 3: Cash Flow Analysis\nRecording Link: https://ntv.bz/SMB_records_rec3
URL:https://www.nativebiz.org/event/break-even-analysis/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mark Thompson":MAILTO:mark@idrsinc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231205T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231205T183000
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SUMMARY:Entrepreneur Success Story: Heather Gomez
DESCRIPTION:Join the IDRS Acorn Project as we celebrate Heather Gomez and her work as an Airbnb entrepreneur. Come learn about her work to develop a successful Airbnb business including the planning process in which she considered purchasing property\, how she found her partner that helped her set up the business\, and what her future plans are. This is a great study of how you can create an Airbnb business with not a lot of money. To learn more\, please register at ntv.bz/heathergomez\n\n\n\nEntrepreneur Success Story: Heather Gomez\nTuesday\, December 5th\, 2023\n5:30 pm Pacific\, 6:30 pm Mountain\, 7:30 pm Central\, 8:30 pm Eastern\nThe presentation will be presented on Zoom.\n\n\n\n\n\nHeather is an enrolled member of the Jicarilla Apache Nation and lives on the reservation in Dulce\, New Mexico. Heather had the idea to rent out a tipi a few years ago and was in search of land to buy off the reservation. Things fell through and she never purchased any property. A year later she met her current partner who casually mentioned he owned a tipi. The couple eventually listed the tipi on Airbnb in Dulce.\n\n\n\nDulce is known for its history of UFOs and undercover government operations. The tipi is located with a perfect view of Archuleta Mesa\, known as the controversial Dulce UFO Underground Base. The base has been featured on shows like UFO Hunters and Ancient Aliens on the History Channel. Dulce is also the official headquarters of the Jicarilla Apache Nation and is rich in Native American culture.\n\n\n\nHeather is currently taking classes for a professional certificate in Cultural Heritage Tourism in association with American Indian Native Alaskan Tourism (AINTA) and George Washington University. Heather is a Tribal Liaison for the NM Entrepreneurial Program with Rainforest Innovations at the University of New Mexico (UNM). She plans on expanding her tipi business with Airbnb next spring/summer on the Jicarilla Apache reservation.
URL:https://www.nativebiz.org/event/entrepreneur-success-story-heather-gomez/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mark Thompson":MAILTO:mark@idrsinc.org
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Investing
DESCRIPTION:On Friday\, December 1st\, financial expert\, Eddie Torres\, continues his four part workshop series to cover your whole financial life\, both personal and business\, with a topic that is scary to many of us…investing. We know we need to but so often we don’t save as early or as often as we should. Some of us never get around to investing which can really put us in to a bind in our elder years. Eddie will help us start the investing process as painless as possible and get you looking forward to putting that next dollar away for tomorrow! To register\, please visit ntv.bz/money\n\n\n\nThis webinar series will consist of four webinars. When you register for one webinar\, you will be registered for the other three as well. After registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. The webinars will be delivered over Zoom.\n\n\n\n\n\nHere are the webinars in the series:\n\n\n\n• The Purpose of Budgeting and Saving\, November 3rd\n\nBy keeping tabs on your expenses and giving yourself a plan to follow\, budgeting makes it easier to meet your financial goals. Savings\, meanwhile\, are important because living paycheck to paycheck isn’t viable in the long-term. Learn the best high-tech and low-tech strategies and tools for managing your money. Learn how much to save\, which apps to use\, which debts to focus on\, how well you’re doing for your age.\n\n\n\nFor the recording of Webinar #1\, please visit: ntv.bz/money_rec_1\n\n\n\n• Credit Management: Learn the five C’s of Credit and How Scores Are Calculated\, November 17th\n\n\n\nThe five Cs of credit are important because lenders use these factors to determine whether to approve you for a financial product. Lenders also use these five Cs—character\, capacity\, capital\, collateral\, and conditions—to set your loan rates and loan terms. FICO Scores are calculated using many different pieces of credit data in your credit report. This data is grouped into five categories: payment history (35%)\, amounts owed (30%)\, length of credit history (15%)\, new credit (10%) and credit mix (10%).\n\n\n\nFor the recording of Webinar #2\, please visit: ntv.bz/money_rec_2\n\n\n\n• Introduction to Investing\, December 1st\n\n\n\nThe meaning of investment is putting your money into an asset that can grow in value or produce income or both. Learn the four most common entry points into the stock market. Learn the benefits of compound interest.\n\n\n\n• Tax Preparation 101 Workshop\, December 8th\n\n\n\nThis workshop is intended to inform participants what they need to file your annual income or business taxes. This educational workshop will help you become aware of the new requirements and free on-line and in-person resources available to file your personal or business taxes. The workshop will cover the following topics and will be conducted virtually via zoom. What do you need to file your taxes? Who has to file taxes? New Changes to tax filing\, 101 on Schedule C filing\, How do you file online & in-person for free?\n\n\n\n► OUR PRESENTER IS EDDIE TORRES ◄\n\n\n\nEddie Torres is the owner of Eduardo Torres Consulting and is the Director of Finance and Operations at El Sereno Community Land Trust. He is currently a professor at LA Trade Tech College in the Community Planning & Economic Development Department\, teaching Community Organizing and Non-Profit Management since 2010. He received his Bachelor of Arts in Social Sciences from San Diego State University.\n\n\n\nEddie found his passion for financial literacy in his late twenties. Like many of us\, he did not fully understand how credit scores are calculated\, how to budget\, or how to save and invest. He spoke to a financial advisor\, and she opened up a world he had no idea existed. This was the moment he realized that he did not have to live in a world where he had no control over his financial freedom\, he had a choice.\n\n\n\nEddie chose to educate himself on as many concepts around financial literacy as possible. He became so interested he continued to build off the concepts his financial advisor taught him and spent a lot of time reading articles and became obsessed with understanding complex financial concepts. Eddie currently provides financial literacy and non-profit management consulting services to various organizations in Los Angeles\, California.
URL:https://www.nativebiz.org/event/introduction-to-investing/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mark Thompson":MAILTO:mark@idrsinc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221208T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221208T170000
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SUMMARY:Artists and Crafts People Panel
DESCRIPTION:The series has been organized by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) in collaboration with the United States Department of the Interior’s Indian Arts and Crafts Board and Indian Dispute Resolution Services. \nAll programs will be recorded and made available for viewing online after the program date. There is no charge to attend\, and you may register for any of the webinars as they are announced. \nTime: \n3:00PM – 5:00PM ET \n2:00PM – 4:00PM CT \n1:00PM – 3:00PM MT \n12:00PM – 2:00PM PT \n11:00AM – 1:00PM AT \n10:00AM – 12:00PM HT \nDescription: TBD \nRegister Now! \n  \n“Northwest coast native artist: Marvin Oliver“ by nordique is marked with CC BY 2.0.
URL:https://www.nativebiz.org/event/artists-and-crafts-people-panel/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221208T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221208T170000
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SUMMARY:Exporting Products Overseas
DESCRIPTION:  \n \nThis session will assist anyone interested in selling their arts and crafts overseas in understanding the export process\, determining whether they are ready to export\, and developing an export strategy. We’ll also provide materials to assist you in getting started with exporting or\, at the very least\, determining whether you’re export-ready. \nThe series has been organized by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) in collaboration with the United States Department of the Interior’s Indian Arts and Crafts Board and Indian Dispute Resolution Services. \nAll programs will be recorded and made available for viewing online after the program date. There is no charge to attend\, and you may register for any of the webinars as they are announced. \nTime: \n3:00PM – 5:00PM ET \n2:00PM – 4:00PM CT \n1:00PM – 3:00PM MT \n12:00PM – 2:00PM PT \n11:00AM – 1:00PM AT \n10:00AM – 12:00PM HT \nRegister Now! \nThis webinar is part of 2022 E-commerce for Native American artists & craftspeople webinar series. The series has been organized by the Tribal Nations Partnership featuring United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) in collaboration with the United States Department of the Interior’s Indian Arts and Crafts Board and Indian Dispute Resolution Services. \n“USNS PFC Eugene A. Obregon (T-AK 3006)“ by Military Sealift Command is marked with CC BY 2.0.
URL:https://www.nativebiz.org/event/exporting-products-overseas/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221110T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221110T170000
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SUMMARY:Increasing Profits through Merchandising
DESCRIPTION:Increasing Profits through Merchandising \nDate: November 10th\, 2022 \nDescription \nNative artists frequently undervalue their talents and crafts. Pricing is both an art and a science\, and this workshop will look at several factors to consider when pricing a variety of visual arts and crafts for retail. This course will also cover how to set up your business for e-payments and how to understand the financial instruments used in non-cash transactions. \nThe series has been organized by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) in collaboration with the United States Department of the Interior’s Indian Arts and Crafts Board and Indian Dispute Resolution Services. \nAll programs will be recorded and made available for viewing online after the program date. There is no charge to attend\, and you may register for any of the webinars as they are announced. \nTime: \n3:00PM – 5:00PM ET \n2:00PM – 4:00PM CT \n1:00PM – 3:00PM MT \n12:00PM – 2:00PM PT \n11:00AM – 1:00PM AT \n10:00AM – 12:00PM HT \nRegister Now! \nThis webinar is part of 2022 E-commerce for Native American artists & craftspeople webinar series. The series has been organized by the Tribal Nations Partnership featuring the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) in collaboration with the United States Department of the Interior’s Indian Arts and Crafts Board and Indian Dispute Resolution Services. \n“Profits Key“ by Got Credit is marked with CC BY 2.0.
URL:https://www.nativebiz.org/event/increasing-profits-through-merchandising-2/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221013T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221013T170000
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SUMMARY:Protecting Your Business: IP and IACA
DESCRIPTION:Session 9: Protecting Your Business: IP and IACA \nDate: October 13\, 2022 \nDescription \nNative American\, Alaska Native\, and Native Hawaiian visual artists and craftspeople face unique challenges with the shift to online sales and continued limits on attendance at local arts and crafts fairs. \nThis session will focus on protecting your business through use of intellectual property rights and the Indian Arts and Crafts Act. It will include: \n\nCoverage of the newly-established Copyright Claims Board and the benefits it provides to small-business visual artists.\nPresentations by representatives from several online platforms who will assist participants in understanding what steps can be taken in the event of infringement and cultural appropriation.\n\nTime: \n3:00PM – 5:00PM ET \n2:00PM – 4:00PM CT \n1:00PM – 3:00PM MT \n12:00PM – 2:00PM PT \n11:00AM – 1:00PM AT \n10:00AM – 12:00PM HT \nRegister Now! \nThis webinar is part of 2022 E-commerce for Native American artists & craftspeople webinar series. The series has been organized by the Tribal Nations Partnership featuring th United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) in collaboration with the United States Department of the Interior’s Indian Arts and Crafts Board and Indian Dispute Resolution Services. \n“Profits Key“ by Got Credit is marked with CC BY 2.0.
URL:https://www.nativebiz.org/event/protecting-your-business-ip-and-iaca/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221006T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221006T170000
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SUMMARY:Seasonal Marketing
DESCRIPTION:Session 8: Seasonal Marketing \nDate: October 6\, 2022 \nDescription \nThis session—a “bonus” session\, offered in addition to our monthly series—is designed to assist American Indian\, Alaska Native\, and Native Hawaiian visual artists in enhancing their marketing plans for seasonal/holiday sales. It will focus on: \n\nSetting up “pop-up” markets through social media and from one’s website.\nDeveloping and maintaining email lists\, an area often overlooked with today’s focus on social media.\nTechniques for using email lists to generate interest and promote sales.\n\nAdditionally\, in the spirit of the upcoming holidays\, the program will also feature a special recipe or two to help us all to celebrate this time of year. \nTime: \n3:00PM – 5:00PM ET \n2:00PM – 4:00PM CT \n1:00PM – 3:00PM MT \n12:00PM – 2:00PM PT \n11:00AM – 1:00PM AT \n10:00AM – 12:00PM HT \nRegister Now! \nThis webinar is part of 2022 E-commerce for Native American artists & craftspeople webinar series. The series has been organized by the Tribal Nations Partnership featuring th United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) in collaboration with the United States Department of the Interior’s Indian Arts and Crafts Board and Indian Dispute Resolution Services. \n“Profits Key“ by Got Credit is marked with CC BY 2.0.
URL:https://www.nativebiz.org/event/seasonal-marketing/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220908T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220908T170000
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SUMMARY:Using Mediation to Handle Disputes
DESCRIPTION:This session will feature representatives of the various options for selling your arts and crafts online\, who will discuss how to bring and how to resolve a dispute within their marketplace. We’ll also provide you a general understanding of how to handle infringement allegations\, including how to employ mediation. Finally\, we’ll go over best practices for dealing with customer disputes. \nThe series has been organized by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) in collaboration with the United States Department of the Interior’s Indian Arts and Crafts Board and Indian Dispute Resolution Services. \nAll programs will be recorded and made available for viewing online after the program date. There is no charge to attend\, and you may register for any of the webinars as they are announced. \nTime: \n3:00PM – 5:00PM ET \n2:00PM – 4:00PM CT \n1:00PM – 3:00PM MT \n12:00PM – 2:00PM PT \n11:00AM – 1:00PM AT \n10:00AM – 12:00PM HT \nDescription: TBD \nRegister Now! \n  \n“Navajo Pottery.“ by Bernard Spragg is marked with CC0 1.0.
URL:https://www.nativebiz.org/event/using-mediation-to-handle-disputes/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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