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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
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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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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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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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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
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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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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250404T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250404T110000
DTSTAMP:20250327T152847Z
CREATED:20250326T000947Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231207T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231207T130000
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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
DTSTAMP:20231130T151053Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231201T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231201T133000
DTSTAMP:20231201T014419Z
CREATED:20231130T153248Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231201T014419Z
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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
DTSTAMP:20221228T084527Z
CREATED:20220510T035741Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221228T084527Z
UID:10000610-1670511600-1670518800@www.nativebiz.org
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
DTSTAMP:20220928T052328Z
CREATED:20220510T034731Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220928T052328Z
UID:10000609-1670511600-1670518800@www.nativebiz.org
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
DTSTAMP:20220928T052540Z
CREATED:20220510T034010Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220928T052540Z
UID:10000606-1668092400-1668099600@www.nativebiz.org
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
DTSTAMP:20220928T053810Z
CREATED:20220510T034010Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220928T053810Z
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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
DTSTAMP:20220928T053625Z
CREATED:20220510T034010Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220928T053625Z
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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
DTSTAMP:20220519T202901Z
CREATED:20220510T032447Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220519T202901Z
UID:10000605-1662649200-1662656400@www.nativebiz.org
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220811T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220811T170000
DTSTAMP:20220519T202413Z
CREATED:20220510T030941Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220519T202413Z
UID:10000604-1660230000-1660237200@www.nativebiz.org
SUMMARY:Enforcing Rights in the E-commerce Environment
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. \nDate: August 11\, 2022 \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“Yellow Native American beadwork“ by De Shark is marked with CC BY-NC-ND 2.0.
URL:https://www.nativebiz.org/event/enforcing-rights-in-the-e-commerce-environment/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220714T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220714T170000
DTSTAMP:20220519T202032Z
CREATED:20220510T013846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220519T202032Z
UID:10000603-1657810800-1657818000@www.nativebiz.org
SUMMARY:Protecting Your Arts and Crafts
DESCRIPTION:Protecting Your Arts and Crafts \nDate: July 14\, 2022 \nDescription: \nThis session will cover the Indian Arts and Crafts Act (IACA)\, as well as trademark and copyright regulations\, to assist you protect your arts and crafts. We’ll also talk about how to secure your arts and crafts in ecommerce\, as well as practical methods you can take to protect your property\, such as using certifications of authenticity. \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 \n \nRegister Now! \n“Zigzag Beadwork\, Northwest Native American“ by cobalt123 is marked with CC BY-NC-SA 2.0.
URL:https://www.nativebiz.org/event/protecting-your-arts-and-crafts/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220519T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220519T193000
DTSTAMP:20220511T044657Z
CREATED:20220510T041527Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220511T044657Z
UID:10000611-1652983200-1652988600@www.nativebiz.org
SUMMARY:A Guide to Website Development (4-part series)
DESCRIPTION:Are you running a business without an online presence or relying completely on social media to interact with customers? If this is you\, please join us for a 4-week course that will help you create a website to share information\, build credibility\, and sell your products online. \nThis class will help you: \n\nCreate the foundational pages that are a must for every website\, regardless of business type\nUnderstand how to choose the right website platform\nDevelop brand assets such as logos and favicons\nIntegrate e-commerce options to sell products online\nBuild your website utilizing Weebly\, an easy-to-use site builder to create and publish attractive\, responsive-design sites\, blogs\, and online stores\n\nIn addition to the live class sessions\, participants will be provided with video tutorials between classes that will walk through the process of building a site on Weebly. This will allow you to learn how to use Weebly and build your website at your own pace and time as we proceed \nSession 1: Thursday\, May 19th\nSession 2: Thursday\, May 26th\nSession 3: Thursday\, June 2nd\nSession 4: Thursday\, June 9th\nTime: \n6:00PM – 7:30PM PT \n7:00PM – 8:30PM MT \n8:00PM – 9:30PM CT \nRegister Now! \n 
URL:https://www.nativebiz.org/event/a-guide-to-website-development-4/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220512T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220512T170000
DTSTAMP:20220510T073530Z
CREATED:20220510T013356Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220510T073530Z
UID:10000601-1652367600-1652374800@www.nativebiz.org
SUMMARY:What You Need to Sell Your Arts and Crafts Online
DESCRIPTION:What You Need to Sell Your Arts and Crafts Online \nDate: May 12\, 2022 \nDescription \nBuilding your identity for Native American visual artists and craftspeople \nThe majority of people identify brand development with larger businesses that provide goods and services. People will get to know and recognize you as an artist if you have your own unique brand. Your creative style\, attitude\, story\, and aspirations are at the heart of your artist brand. In this workshop\, you’ll learn how to construct your own brand identity as an artist\, including how to choose a trademark and logo and how to develop your own “elevator pitch” to market your chosen identity. A moderated panel of Native American\, Alaska Native\, and Native Hawaiian visual artists will share their “lessons learned” in constructing their own identities during this event. \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 the non-profit Indian Dispute Resolution Services and founder of The Acorn Project. \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! \n“Native American Beadwork (5)“ by mharrsch is marked with CC BY-NC-SA 2.0.
URL:https://www.nativebiz.org/event/what-you-need-to-sell-your-arts-and-crafts-online-2/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220421T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220421T120000
DTSTAMP:20220506T070926Z
CREATED:20220414T095324Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220506T070926Z
UID:10000585-1650535200-1650542400@www.nativebiz.org
SUMMARY:Business Ideas That Cost Less Than $100 to Start
DESCRIPTION:Business Ideas That Cost Less Than $100 To Start -​\nThursday\, April 21st\, 2022 10:00 am Pacific;\n11:00 am Mountain; 12:00 pm (noon)\nCentral; 1:00 pm Eastern 2-hour webinar\n\nRural areas are often the best place to become an entrepreneur. Let us show you how to use Career Vision to identify needs only you can fill. During this workshop\, those living in rural spaces will have tools to begin looking at where they live as an opportunity for side hustles and business opportunities in a whole new way.\n\nLearn to use data from current business owners to develop a side hustle.\nFind examples of rural business and side gig ideas in over 15 different interest areas.\nGet tools to turn their interests\, passions\, and hobbies into work they get paid to do.\n\nRegister Now! \nPhoto Credits: “Handwriting Text Business Ideas Loading. Concept meaning Forecasting the future event” by focusonmore.com is marked with CC BY 2.0. To view the terms\, visit https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/2.0/?ref=openverse
URL:https://www.nativebiz.org/event/business-ideas-that-cost-less-than-100-to-start/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lynn Wilson":MAILTO:lynn@idrsinc.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220420T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220420T193000
DTSTAMP:20220506T070926Z
CREATED:20220414T102934Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220506T070926Z
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SUMMARY:Pricing Your Art
DESCRIPTION:Pricing Your Art \nDate: Wednesday\, April 20\, 2022 \nTime: 5:30 – 6:30 PT | 6:30 – 7:30 MT | 7:30 – 8:30 CT | 8:30 – 9:30 ET \nPresented by: MaryBeth Timothy \nPutting a monetary value on your art can be a very daunting process for artists. How do you put a price tag on your personal creative expression?  \nThere are no strict rules when pricing your art.  There are many factors that artists use when determining what to charge for their work. It depends on the type of art you produce\, the time it takes to create\, and who you plan to sell your art to.  However\, there are general guidelines that can make this daunting process more systematic\, consistent\, and less emotional. \nIn this webinar you will learn: \n\nCommon fears and misconceptions artists have about pricing their work\nPopular formulas you can use to price your work in a more methodical and organized manner\nHow to increase the value of your art by using marketing tactics that will enhance the way buyers perceive your work\, so you can command higher prices\n\nRegister Now! \nPhoto Credits: “beadwork” by Serenae is marked with CC BY-NC-SA 2.0. To view the terms\, visit https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/2.0/?ref=openverse
URL:https://www.nativebiz.org/event/pricing-your-art-2/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lynn Wilson":MAILTO:lynn@idrsinc.org
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SUMMARY:What You Need To Sell Your Arts And Crafts Online
DESCRIPTION:April Webinar\nWhat You Need To Sell Your Arts And Crafts Online\nThursday\, April 14th\n12:00 – 2:00pm\nRegistration Link: ntv.bz/uspto\n \nJoin us for the second session of a year-long webinar series to help Native artists sell online.  Speakers will explore the various options that Native American visual artists and craftspeople can consider for sales of their arts and crafts\, including online directories\, Facebook\, E-commerce sites for artisans\, online auction sites\, and setting up an online store.  Guest speakers will be from Shopify\, eBay\, Amazon\, among others.\n\nTo register\, please visit ntv.bz/uspto\n\nThe E-commerce for Native American artists & craftspeople webinar 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 Acorn Project.  \n\n\nSeries Description\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. Register now for this free webinar to learn how to develop and expand your e-commerce presence.This program is the second in a series of monthly webinars held the second Thursday of each month through December 2022. It features speakers from the private and public sectors\, who have extensive experience in the business of selling Native American arts and crafts.During this program\, speakers will explore the various options that Native American visual artists and craftspeople can consider for sales of their arts and crafts\, including: \n\n\nOnline directories\nFacebook\nE-commerce sites for artisans\nOnline auction sites\nSetting up an online store\n\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.
URL:https://www.nativebiz.org/event/what-you-need-to-sell-your-arts-and-crafts-online/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lynn Wilson":MAILTO:lynn@idrsinc.org
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SUMMARY:A Guide to Website Development
DESCRIPTION:Are you running a business without an online presence or relying completely on social media to interact with customers? If this is you\, please join us for a special webinar that will teach you about the different options for creating a website to help you share information\, build credibility\, establish your brand and stand out in crowded marketplaces. Participants will learn how to choose the best website type for their business and about the different website platforms that can be used based on your budget and technical expertise. \nThis special webinar and workshop from Lynn Wilson provides tools and techniques that will allow you to easily build a website for your business. \nThe workshop will take place on Thursday\, February 24th\, 2022 at 6:00 pm (Pacific).  This workshop will be delivered online utilizing the Zoom platform.  The workshop can be taken on computers and smartphones. \nAll Native entrepreneurs and community members are welcome.  If you know of anybody that would be interested or could benefit from this webinar\, please share it with them! \n \nHere is a link to a flier for this webinar for distribution within your community. \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. \n  \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. \n 
URL:https://www.nativebiz.org/event/a-guide-to-website-development-2/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mark Thompson":MAILTO:mark@idrsinc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220224T100000
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SUMMARY:Programs for Tribes & Native Businesses
DESCRIPTION:Register at ntv.bz/oied \nIn this webinar\, representatives from the Office of Indian Economic Development (OIED) will provide an overview of their resources for tribes and Native businesses. The agenda will cover the following: \n\nCompetitive grant programs to fund economic development feasibility studies\, tribal tourism feasibility studies\, living language programs\, and business incubators.\nBusiness loan opportunities for tribes and Native businesses through OIED’s Indian Loan Guarantee and Insurance Program.\n\nA Q&A session will follow the presentation. \nPresented by:\nJim Henry\nEconomic Development Specialist\nOIED Division of Economic Development \nMary Laframboise\nSW Zone Manager\nOIED Division of Capital Investment \nRegister at ntv.bz/oied \nAll Native entrepreneurs and community members are welcome.  If you know of anybody that would be interested or could benefit from this webinar\, please share it with them! \n \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/programs-for-tribes-native-businesses/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mark Thompson":MAILTO:mark@idrsinc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220222T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220222T130000
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SUMMARY:How to produce videos for Instagram Reels and TikTok
DESCRIPTION:To register\, please visit: ntv.bz/tiktok \nCreating video content is a great way to engage with your followers and increase interest in your products and services. The essence of Instagram Reels and TikTok is the same: providing users with a creative space to create and share short videos with others. They come with creative options\, allowing users to make their best possible clips. \nJoin Roxanne Best\, photographer\, yoga instructor\, and all-around social media guru to learn how Reels and TikTok works\, and how you\, as a brand\, can use them in your marketing strategy. \nThe workshop will take place on Tuesday\, February 22nd at 12:00 pm Pacific / 1:00 pm Mountain / 2:00 pm Central.  This workshop will be delivered online utilizing the Zoom platform.  The workshop can be taken on computers and smartphones. \nAll Native entrepreneurs and community members are welcome.  If you know of anybody that would be interested or could benefit from this webinar\, please share it with them! \n \n  \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. \n  \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/how-to-produce-videos-for-instagram-reels-and-tiktok/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mark Thompson":MAILTO:mark@idrsinc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20211028T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20211028T100000
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SUMMARY:A Complete Overview of the Side Hustle Youth Entrepreneurship Program
DESCRIPTION:Time: 9:00am PST | 10:00pm MT | 11:00pm CST | 12:00pm EST\n\nHave you joined us for any or all of our Teaching Native Youth Financial Independence Through Entrepreneurship Webinar Series? For the last eight months\, we have been walking through our youth entrepreneurship curriculum (The Side Hustle) one module at a time. Join veteran youth facilitator Camille Koster for this month’s webinar where she will pull everything together and walk through the Side Hustle participant workbook in its entirety. In the webinar Camille will:\n\nReview the topics covered in each module\nIdentify milestones that youth should achieve upon completing this program\nDiscuss the importance of experiential learning and best practices for implementing the training in your Native community\nShare tools/resources needed for positive youth development and training\n\n\nAbout the Side Hustle Youth Entrepreneurship Program\nThe Side Hustle Program teaches youth how to start a new income stream with their existing talents\, skills\, and capital while still attending school. Through an age-appropriate\, highly engaging\, and fun setting\, this program teaches youth how to generate business ideas for launching a side hustle business.\n\nThis webinar is free and open to all service providers working with youth.
URL:https://www.nativebiz.org/event/a-complete-overview-of-the-side-hustle-youth-entrepreneurship-program/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Mark Thompson":MAILTO:mark@idrsinc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210826T110000
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SUMMARY:Side Hustle Selling Online (Youth Entrepreneurship Series)
DESCRIPTION:How to help youth earn income and start a business with an online store\nPart of the Teaching Native Youth Financial Independence Through Entrepreneurship Webinar Series\nTo register\, please click: ntv.bz/augustyouth \nEcommerce is already over 20% of all retails sales in the US.  In the past year\, the COVID-19 pandemic has helped rapidly increase Ecommerce use and online sales will only continue to grow in the years to come.  This fact combined with young people’s natural tendency for adoption of new technology presents a prime opportunity for Native youth to start an online business selling goods online. \nAre you ready to teach youth how to take control of their financial future by starting a small business? In this interactive webinar\, you will learn how to assist youth choose the best e-commerce sales platform; identify how to receive and return money\, choose payment platforms\, and deal with financial institutions; and finally\, how to pull everything together and launch their store. \nThis webinar is free and open to all service providers working with youth. \nThe workshop will take place on Thursday\, August 26th at 11:00 am Pacific / 12:00 pm Mountain / 1:00 pm Central / 2:00 pm Eastern. 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:\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.
URL:https://www.nativebiz.org/event/side-hustle-selling-online/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mark Thompson":MAILTO:mark@idrsinc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210825T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210825T120000
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SUMMARY:Everything You Need to Know About Paid Advertising on Facebook and Instagram
DESCRIPTION:To register\, please visit:  ntv.bz/augustsocial \nAre you ready to take your social media game to the next level?  Join\, Roxanne Best\, IDRS’ Social Media Manager\, as she walks you through the do’s and don’ts of paid advertising on your favorite social media channels. \nIn this 60 minute webinar\, we will cover the topic of paid promotion on Facebook and Instagram. Participants will learn the benefits of paid promotion and creating Key Performance Indicators of a paid promotion. Roxanne will walk you step by step through the process of creating a paid Facebook and Instagram promotion. \nBy the end of this learning session\, participants will be able to: \n\nUnderstand the benefits of paid promotion to increase sales\, customer reach\, and to grow your audience\nKnow what to consider when creating paid promotions\nUse Customer profiles to target ideal customers.\n\nThe workshop will take place on Wednesday\, July 28th at 11:00 am Pacific / 12:00 pm Mountain / 1:00 pm Central / 2:00 pm Eastern.  This workshop will be delivered online utilizing the Zoom platform.  The workshop can be taken on computers and smartphones. \nAll Native entrepreneurs and community members are welcome.  If you know of anybody that would be interested or could benefit from this webinar\, please share it with them! \n \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/everything-you-need-to-know-about-paid-advertising-on-facebook-and-instagram-2/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mark Thompson":MAILTO:mark@idrsinc.org
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