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SUMMARY:2021 Social Media Planning
DESCRIPTION:To register\, please visit: ntv.bz/socialmedia \nAre you stuck every week wondering what to post on social media for your business? Get to the end of the week and realize you forgot to post at all? Or are you continually missing fun post opportunities because you realized a social media “holiday” or another opportune digital moment has passed and you’re too late to capitalize on it? \nIn this 60 minute webinar\, we will cover how to create a content calendar so you never miss another important date for your business again.  Join social media expert\, Roxanne Best\, as she helps you plan for holidays\, product launches and special events in advance! \nThe workshop will take place on Wednesday\, January\, 27th at 9:00 am Pacific / 10:00 am Mountain / 11:00 am 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 \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/social-media-planning/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mark Thompson":MAILTO:mark@idrsinc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210126T110000
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SUMMARY:Creating Your Operational Budget
DESCRIPTION:To register\, please click: ntv.bz/budget2021 \nJoin us to learn how to create a simple operational budget for your business.  An operating budget helps you strategize for a profitable business and allows you to plan for low earning or high spending months. A budget guides your spending decisions and motivates you to stay on track with your revenue goals.  Also\, if you are applying for small business grants\, funders may require you to submit an operating budget with your application. \nIn this webinar\, we’ll discuss the budgeting process and use IDRS’ Cash Flow projection tool to develop a budget that you can use to manage your business.  You will learn how to estimate sales and expenses and where you can go to get information that you can use in creating your budget.  And because creating a budget is an important planning tool for both business and the family\, the principles in this workshop will be helpful for creating a family budget too. \nThis workshop is FREE and OPEN to ALL community members.  The workshop will take place on Tuesday\, January 26th at 11:00 am Pacific / 12:00 pm Mountain / 1:00 pm Central. This workshop will be delivered online utilizing the Zoom platform. The workshop can be taken on computers and smartphones. \n \nAbout our presenter:\nMark Thompson serves the Executive Director of Indian Dispute Resolution Services.  He also guides the IDRS Acorn Project\, IDRS’ microenterprise development program\, where he provides entrepreneurial training and technical assistance to Native American entrepreneurs and works with businesses operated by Native American tribes to conduct feasibility studies\, develop business plans\, establish internal accounting procedures and secure grant funding to further economic development through the creation of small businesses in Indian Country. \nOutside of his work for IDRS\, Mark has formally been involved in several small businesses including a real estate company\, a restaurant\, and a mobile disc jockey service.  Mr. Thompson received his BS in Business from University of California\, Berkeley and completed the Juris Doctorate degree from the University of the Pacific\, McGeorge School of Law in Sacramento. He lives outside Sacramento\, California where he and his wife Mandi operate a small horse boarding facility and are raising two children\, Zane and Marina. \nThis workshop is being funded in part by the USDA Rural Development\, the Small Business Administration\, and the California Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development.
URL:https://www.nativebiz.org/event/creating-your-operational-budget-2/
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SUMMARY:Conduct Easy Market Research Using Reference USA
DESCRIPTION:To register\, please visit: ntv.bz/mr1 \nLynn Wilson (IDRS Microenterprise Development Specialist) will teach you how to use Reference USA \,an online database that helps small businesses conduct critical market research including how to identify potential customers\, and competitors.  This webinar is perfect for anyone starting a business as well as established businesses. \nBesides serving IDRS\, Lynn is also a certified market research specialist through the National Center for Economic Gardening.  This workshop is part of a monthly series produced by IDRS unlocking marketing research tools\, tips\, and tricks that potential entrepreneurs and small business owners can utilize in their planning to start and grow a business. \nThe workshop will take place on Wednesday\, January 20th at 9:00 am Pacific / 10:00 am Mountain / 11:00 am Central.  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:\nLynn Wilson serves as the Microenterprise Development Specialist for the IDRS Acorn Project. She has championed small businesses and entrepreneurs for 16 years working with tribal communities across Indian Country including her own tribe where she continues to provide small business support services for the Tribes’ CDFI & Commerce division. \nLynn’s work has focused on entrepreneurial training\, business counseling\, economic and demographic and social research related to economic development. Since 2009 she has taught part-time for the School of Business and Technology at Rogers State University and the Institute of American Indian Arts. Prior to coming to IDRS\, She served as the lead certification trainer for the Indianpreneurship Journey curriculum while on staff at ONABEN. Lynn received her M.B.A and Professional Certification in Entrepreneurship from Cameron University and is a certified market research specialist through the National Center for Economic Gardening. She lives in Claremore\, OK with her husband Clint (also a Cherokee Citizen) and their two sons\, Chandler and Quinton. \nThis workshop is being funded in part by the USDA Rural Development\, the Small Business Administration\, and the California Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development.
URL:https://www.nativebiz.org/event/conduct-easy-market-research-using-reference-usa/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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SUMMARY:Do You Have What it Takes? Intro to the Entrepreneurial Mindset
DESCRIPTION:To register\, please click: ntv.bz/icehouse \nOrdinary people can accomplish extraordinary things as entrepreneurs. Are you one of those people? Have you dreamed of using a hobby or skill to make money\, but weren’t sure you could do it? \nJoin IDRS and learn how to maximize your potential through creating an entrepreneurial mindset through 8 proven lessons that will change how you see entrepreneurship. Come learn from our host\, Camille Koster\, IDRS’ Youth Program Manager\, how you can you change your mind for accomplishing big things in 2021. \nThis workshop is part of a series based on teachings from the book “Who Owns the Ice House?” by Clifton Taulbert. \nThe workshop will take place on Tuesday\, January 19th at 11:00 am Pacific / 12:00 pm Mountain / 1:00 pm Central. 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/do-you-have-what-it-takes/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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SUMMARY:SBA Faith-base & Community Initiative
DESCRIPTION:The IDRS Acorn Project has joined on as a partner of the Nevada SBA’s Faith-base & Community Initiative. The Initiative provides outreach to people of Faith here in Nevada to let them know about the entrepreneurial and small business training and assistance available to them from partner institutions. All people of Faith are welcome\, regardless what your Faith is. \nOn Friday\, January 15\, 2021\, at 11:00 am Pacific\, the partners in the Initiative will hold a webinar introducing their institutions and kicking off the 2021 Initiative. Come learn about who we are and how we can help you start and grow your business in 2021! \nTo register for the webinar\, please visit: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/2310800019783078667​ \nThis webinar is totally free of charge and will be delivered online on the GoToWebinar platform. If you know anybody else who would be interested in this webinar\, please also share this email with them. \nMembers in the initiative include: Indian Dispute Resolution Services (IDRS Acorn Project)\, Small Business Administration (SBA)\, Nevada Business Opportunity Fund (Women’s Business Center)\, Armed Forces Chamber of Commerce\, and the Christian Chamber of Commerce. \nPlease\, come join us! \n\nDate: Friday\, January 15\, 2021\nTime: 11:00 AM Pacific\nPanel Topic: 2021 Faith-base Initiative Kickoff
URL:https://www.nativebiz.org/event/sba-faith-base-community-initiative/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210111T170000
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SUMMARY:CA Small Business COVID-19 Relief Grant Program
DESCRIPTION:WE HAVE SCHEDULED ANOTHER GRANT WEBINAR AT A DIFFERENT TIME SLOT FOR THOSE THAT WERE UNABLE TO MAKE THE FIRST WEBINAR. \nTo register\, please click: ntv.bz/cacovid2 \nThe Governor of the State of California has created a $500 million grant program for California entrepreneurs.  The grant\, the California Small Business COVID-19 Relief Grant program provides grants between $5\,000 and $25\,000.  Applications are competitive.  The first round is now open and the application deadline has been extended to January 13th\, 2021. \nJoin IDRS as we host an informative webinar about the grant program.  In the webinar\, you will learn about the grant and if it’s right your to apply; which businesses are eligible to apply\, how to find the application; how to apply; and how you get free assistance as you go through the application process? \nThe workshop will take place on Monday\, January 11th at 5:00 pm Pacific.  The workshop is free and open all entrepreneurs here in California. \nThis workshop will be delivered online utilizing the Zoom platform. The workshop can be taken on computers and smartphones. \n \nCan’t wait for the webinar?  Check out CA Small Business COVID-19 Relief Grant program information portal by visiting nativebiz.org/calcovid. \nAbout our presenters:\nLynn Wilson serves as the Microenterprise Development Specialist for the IDRS Acorn Project. She has championed small businesses and entrepreneurs for 16 years working with tribal communities across Indian Country including her own tribe where she continues to provide small business support services for the Tribes’ CDFI & Commerce division. \nLynn’s work has focused on entrepreneurial training\, business counseling\, economic and demographic and social research related to economic development. Since 2009 she has taught part-time for the School of Business and Technology at Rogers State University and the Institute of American Indian Arts. Prior to coming to IDRS\, She served as the lead certification trainer for the Indianpreneurship Journey curriculum while on staff at ONABEN. Lynn received her M.B.A and Professional Certification in Entrepreneurship from Cameron University and is a certified market research specialist through the National Center for Economic Gardening. She lives in Claremore\, OK with her husband Clint (also a Cherokee Citizen) and their two sons\, Chandler and Quinton. \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 California Association of Microenterprise Opportunity (CAMEO)\, USDA Rural Development\, the Small Business Administration\, and the California Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development. \n 
URL:https://www.nativebiz.org/event/ca-small-business-covid-19-relief-grant-program-2/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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SUMMARY:CA Small Business COVID-19 Relief Grant Program
DESCRIPTION:To register\, please click: ntv.bz/cacovid \nThe Governor of the State of California has created a $500 million grant program for California entrepreneurs.  The grant\, the California Small Business COVID-19 Relief Grant program provides grants between $5\,000 and $25\,000.  Applications are competitive.  The first round is now open and the application deadline has been extended to January 13th\, 2021. \nJoin IDRS as we host an informative webinar about the grant program.  In the webinar\, you will learn about the grant and if it’s right your to apply; which businesses are eligible to apply\, how to find the application; how to apply; and how you get free assistance as you go through the application process? \nThe workshop will take place on Thursday\, January 7th at 12:00 pm (Noon) Pacific.  The workshop is free and open all entrepreneurs here in California. \nThis workshop will be delivered online utilizing the Zoom platform. The workshop can be taken on computers and smartphones. \n \nCan’t wait for the webinar?  Check out CA Small Business COVID-19 Relief Grant program information portal by visiting nativebiz.org/calcovid. \nAbout our presenters:\nLynn Wilson serves as the Microenterprise Development Specialist for the IDRS Acorn Project. She has championed small businesses and entrepreneurs for 16 years working with tribal communities across Indian Country including her own tribe where she continues to provide small business support services for the Tribes’ CDFI & Commerce division. \nLynn’s work has focused on entrepreneurial training\, business counseling\, economic and demographic and social research related to economic development. Since 2009 she has taught part-time for the School of Business and Technology at Rogers State University and the Institute of American Indian Arts. Prior to coming to IDRS\, She served as the lead certification trainer for the Indianpreneurship Journey curriculum while on staff at ONABEN. Lynn received her M.B.A and Professional Certification in Entrepreneurship from Cameron University and is a certified market research specialist through the National Center for Economic Gardening. She lives in Claremore\, OK with her husband Clint (also a Cherokee Citizen) and their two sons\, Chandler and Quinton. \nMark Thompson serves the Executive Director of Indian Dispute Resolution Services. He also guides the IDRS Acorn Project\, IDRS’ microenterprise development program\, where he provides entrepreneurial training and technical assistance to Native American entrepreneurs and works with businesses operated by Native American tribes to conduct feasibility studies\, develop business plans\, establish internal accounting procedures and secure grant funding to further economic development through the creation of small businesses in Indian Country. \nOutside of his work for IDRS\, Mark has formally been involved in several small businesses including a real estate company\, a restaurant\, and a mobile disc jockey service. Mr. Thompson received his BS in Business from University of California\, Berkeley and completed the Juris Doctorate degree from the University of the Pacific\, McGeorge School of Law in Sacramento. He lives outside Sacramento\, California where he and his wife Mandi operate a small horse boarding facility and are raising two children\, Zane and Marina. \nThis workshop is being funded in part by the California Association of Microenterprise Opportunity (CAMEO)\, USDA Rural Development\, the Small Business Administration\, and the California Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development. \n 
URL:https://www.nativebiz.org/event/ca-small-business-covid-19-relief-grant-program/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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SUMMARY:Understanding Minority-Based Government Contracting Certificate
DESCRIPTION:In this webinar\, Bennie Gonzales from Supplier University\, will explain the different types of minority certifications available to firms competing for contracts the government has set aside for small disadvantaged businesses.  At the end of this webinar\, you’ll understand what minority certifications exist and how to become certified as a minority (disadvantaged) business. \nThis workshop is FREE and OPEN to ALL community members.  The workshop will take place on Tuesday\, January 5th at 9:00 am Pacific / 10:00 pm Mountain / 11:00 pm Central. This workshop will be delivered online utilizing the Zoom platform. The workshop can be taken on computers and smartphones. \n \nAbout our presenter:\nBennie Gonzales has over 40 years of procurement experience. Bennie currently trains and instructs DoD and civilian agency Contracting Officers enrolled in Federal Acquisition Certification-Contracting (FAC-C) programs as well Contracting Officer’s Representative (FAC-COR) certification program. \nBennie worked as a Contracting Officer at Nevada’s Nellis AFB and later at Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL). He is a Certified Professional Contracts Manager (CPCM)\, and Certified Lead Quality Assurance Auditor. Bennie provides consulting services to small business firms in the area of acquisition\, contract administration and/or proposal development. Bennie has authored a proposal preparation guide entitled: A Guide to Developing Winning Proposals. \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/understanding-minority-based-government-contracting-certificate/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mark Thompson":MAILTO:mark@idrsinc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20201229T110000
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SUMMARY:Beginning Recordkeeping for Small Businesses
DESCRIPTION:To register\, please click: ntv.bz/records \nRecordkeeping is important for all businesses. Keeping good “books” will help you better plan your business in the future and allow you to accurately report on your activities whether that is to the tax man or the bank for a loan. In this webinar\, Mark Thompson\, IDRS’ Executive Director\, will lead participants through a discussion on the importance of recordkeeping\, some simple methods of how to keep good records\, and the types of information that are most important for you to keep. \nThis workshop is FREE and OPEN to ALL community members.  The workshop will take place on Tuesday\, December 29th at 11:00 am Pacific / 12:00 pm Mountain / 1:00 pm Central. This workshop will be delivered online utilizing the Zoom platform. The workshop can be taken on computers and smartphones. \n \nAbout our presenter:\nMark Thompson serves the Executive Director of Indian Dispute Resolution Services.  He also guides the IDRS Acorn Project\, IDRS’ microenterprise development program\, where he provides entrepreneurial training and technical assistance to Native American entrepreneurs and works with businesses operated by Native American tribes to conduct feasibility studies\, develop business plans\, establish internal accounting procedures and secure grant funding to further economic development through the creation of small businesses in Indian Country. \nOutside of his work for IDRS\, Mark has formally been involved in several small businesses including a real estate company\, a restaurant\, and a mobile disc jockey service.  Mr. Thompson received his BS in Business from University of California\, Berkeley and completed the Juris Doctorate degree from the University of the Pacific\, McGeorge School of Law in Sacramento. He lives outside Sacramento\, California where he and his wife Mandi operate a small horse boarding facility and are raising two children\, Zane and Marina. \nThis workshop is being funded in part by the USDA Rural Development\, the Small Business Administration\, and the California Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development.
URL:https://www.nativebiz.org/event/beginning-recordkeeping/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Mark Thompson":MAILTO:mark@idrsinc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20201228T110000
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SUMMARY:Creating Your Operational Budget
DESCRIPTION:THIS WORKSHOP HAS BEEN CANCELLED.  IT WILL BE RESCHEDULED FOR JANUARY 2021\nTo register\, please click: ntv.bz/budget \nJoin us to learn how to create a simple operational budget for next year. The National Congress of American Indians has partnered with Google to deliver over $1\,000\,000 of small grants for Native entrepreneurs.  When applying for the grant\, the NCAI Stabilization Grant program for Native-Owned Small Businesses Impacted by the Coronavirus Pandemic requires that you complete an operational budget.  We want to make sure that you are prepared to apply. \nIn this webinar\, we’ll discuss the budgeting process and use IDRS’ Cash Flow projection tool to develop a budget for next year that you can use in your grant application.  You will learn how to estimate sales and expenses and where you can go to get information that you can use in creating your budget.  And because creating a budget is an important business planning tool\, the principles in this workshop will be helpful for your business whether you decide to apply for the grant or not. \nThis workshop is FREE and OPEN to ALL community members.  The workshop will take place on Monday\, December 28th at 11:00 am Pacific / 12:00 pm Mountain / 1:00 pm Central. This workshop will be delivered online utilizing the Zoom platform. The workshop can be taken on computers and smartphones. \n \nAbout our presenter:\nMark Thompson serves the Executive Director of Indian Dispute Resolution Services.  He also guides the IDRS Acorn Project\, IDRS’ microenterprise development program\, where he provides entrepreneurial training and technical assistance to Native American entrepreneurs and works with businesses operated by Native American tribes to conduct feasibility studies\, develop business plans\, establish internal accounting procedures and secure grant funding to further economic development through the creation of small businesses in Indian Country. \nOutside of his work for IDRS\, Mark has formally been involved in several small businesses including a real estate company\, a restaurant\, and a mobile disc jockey service.  Mr. Thompson received his BS in Business from University of California\, Berkeley and completed the Juris Doctorate degree from the University of the Pacific\, McGeorge School of Law in Sacramento. He lives outside Sacramento\, California where he and his wife Mandi operate a small horse boarding facility and are raising two children\, Zane and Marina. \nThis workshop is being funded in part by the USDA Rural Development\, the Small Business Administration\, and the California Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development.
URL:https://www.nativebiz.org/event/creating-your-operational-budget/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Mark Thompson":MAILTO:mark@idrsinc.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20201218T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20201218T120000
DTSTAMP:20220510T003356Z
CREATED:20201208T025316Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220510T003356Z
UID:10000521-1608289200-1608292800@www.nativebiz.org
SUMMARY:Time Management in 20 Minutes a Day
DESCRIPTION:To register\, please click: ntv.bz/bookclub \nAre you an entrepreneur or have thought about starting a business but are in a race against time and are struggling to get your everyday tasks done? With COVID\, does it feel as though the distractions in your life have gotten worse and you are not able to get as much as done as you used to? Are you employed or a stay home parent trying to juggle work\, teaching\, and keeping your sanity? \nJoin us as we wrap up the latest book in our book club. “Time Management in 20 Minutes a Day” provides the real-world simple strategies to improve your productivity\, encourage creativity\, and take control of your time. The author\, Holly Hanna\, has captured the best of many of the best time management books and placed them in one single resource. Come learn from our host\, Camille Koster\, IDRS’ Youth Program Manager\, how you can apply these strategies in your business and personal life. \nAll are welcome! This is a great learning opportunity\, even if you have not read the book. \nThe workshop will take place on Friday\, December 18th at 11:00 am Pacific / 12:00 pm Mountain / 1:00 pm Central. This workshop will be delivered online utilizing the Zoom platform. The workshop can be taken on computers and smartphones. \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/time-management-in-20-minutes-a-day/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mark Thompson":MAILTO:mark@idrsinc.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20201217T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20201217T170000
DTSTAMP:20220510T003356Z
CREATED:20201207T145447Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220510T003356Z
UID:10000518-1608220800-1608224400@www.nativebiz.org
SUMMARY:Beginning Recordkeeping for Small Navajo Farm Enterprises
DESCRIPTION:Recordkeeping is important for all businesses\, including farms. Keeping good “books” will help you better plan your business in the future and allow you to accurately report on your activities whether that is to the tax man or the bank for a loan. In this webinar\, Mark Thompson\, IDRS’ Executive Director\, will lead participants through a discussion on the importance of recordkeeping\, some simple methods of how to keep good records\, and the types of information that are most important for you to keep. \nFor more advanced businesses\, the last half hour of the webinar will be dealing with tax issues with an introduction of the Schedule F and calculating tax withholdings and the taking advantage of the earned income credit. \nAbout our presenter:\nMark Thompson serves the Executive Director of Indian Dispute Resolution Services.  He also guides the IDRS Acorn Project\, IDRS’ microenterprise development program\, where he provides entrepreneurial training and technical assistance to Native American entrepreneurs and works with businesses operated by Native American tribes to conduct feasibility studies\, develop business plans\, establish internal accounting procedures and secure grant funding to further economic development through the creation of small businesses in Indian Country. \nOutside of his work for IDRS\, Mark has formally been involved in several small businesses including a real estate company\, a restaurant\, and a mobile disc jockey service.  Mr. Thompson received his BS in Business from University of California\, Berkeley and completed the Juris Doctorate degree from the University of the Pacific\, McGeorge School of Law in Sacramento. He lives outside Sacramento\, California where he and his wife Mandi operate a small horse boarding facility and are raising two children\, Zane and Marina. \nThis webinar is only open to the Diné College farmer cohort. \nThis webinar is sponsored\, in part\, by the USDA Rural Development\, Diné College\, and Tolani Lake Enterprises.
URL:https://www.nativebiz.org/event/beginning-recordkeeping-for-small-navajo-farm-enterprises/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mark Thompson":MAILTO:mark@idrsinc.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20201201T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20201201T100000
DTSTAMP:20220510T003355Z
CREATED:20201117T163518Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220510T003355Z
UID:10000502-1606813200-1606816800@www.nativebiz.org
SUMMARY:Managing Your Government Service Contract
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an important webinar for Native businesses those looking to contract with Federal\, state\, and local governments. The largest growing area for small business federal contracting opportunities is the service area. This webinar will focus on three major areas associated with managing service contracts: labor law requirements\, government surveillance\, and contract options. \nThis webinar will take place on Tuesday\, December 1st at 9 am Pacific\, 10 am Mountain\, and 11 am Central. This webinar will be delivered online utilizing the Zoom platform. The webinar can be taken on computers and smartphones. \nYou can register by visiting: ntv.bz/servicecontracts \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. \nAdditional information of the contents of the webinar are below: \nIn the three major focus areas\, the webinar will cover these important points: \n1. Labor law requirements\n– Knowledge and information you must possess to effectively manage and comply with labor-related laws and EO requirements\n– The three classes of service employees and related government expectations\n– Wage Determinations and Department of Labor involvement in non-compliance\n– Why you need to have a firm understanding of the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) \n2. Government surveillance\n– What is a Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan (QASP) and how is it used by the government\n– The government’s ability to have you submit a QASP as part of your proposal\n– How the government evaluates and rates your performance and what you do if you disagree with a rating \n3. Contract Options\n– The government’s unilateral right to extend a service contract\n– What is an option and how they work in extending the term of a service contract\n– Terms and conditions (clauses) related to options which must be in your contract\n– Transitioning from one contractor to another (phase-in/out requirements)
URL:https://www.nativebiz.org/event/managing-your-government-service-contract/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Mark Thompson":MAILTO:mark@idrsinc.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20201119T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20201119T130000
DTSTAMP:20220510T003355Z
CREATED:20201111T054800Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220510T003355Z
UID:10000468-1605787200-1605790800@www.nativebiz.org
SUMMARY:Social Media Marketing Strategies for Artists
DESCRIPTION:In this webinar\, Cherokee Citizens Lynn Wilson and MaryBeth Timothy will share best practices for utilizing social media to promote yourself and your business in a way that engages your followers and gives your brand a professional image. \nThe workshop will take place on Thursday\, November\, 19th at 12:00 pm Mountain Time / 11:00 am Pacific / 1:00 pm Central.  This workshop will be delivered online utilizing the Zoom platform.  The workshop can be taken on computers and smartphones. \nYou can register by visiting: http://ntv.bz/strategies \nLynn Wilson is the Microenterprise Development Specialist for IDRS.  She has over 15 years of experience providing small business training and technical assistance in Indian Country.  You can reach Lynn at lynn@idrsinc.org. \nMaryBeth Timothy is a Native artist based in Oklahoma.  Her and her husband\, Native artist John Timothy\, operate Moonhawk Art where they market their original artwork as well as prints and other collectibles.  Find out more about Moonhawk Art by visiting moonhawkart.com. \nThis workshop is sponsored by the Institute of American Indian Arts (IAIA) Continuing Education program. \nFor more information about the Institute of American Indian Arts Continuing Education Program\, please visit: iaia.edu/outreach/continuing-education/
URL:https://www.nativebiz.org/event/social-media-marketing-strategies-for-artists/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Mark Thompson":MAILTO:mark@idrsinc.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20201117T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20201117T130000
DTSTAMP:20220510T003335Z
CREATED:20201111T054800Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220510T003335Z
UID:10000467-1605614400-1605618000@www.nativebiz.org
SUMMARY:Best Practices for Selling at Online Art Markets
DESCRIPTION:With the COVID-19 Pandemic\, many offline options to sell our artwork have become unavailable.  Fortunately\, some of these opportunities are migrating to online.  While this allows us to sell all over the globe (even in our pajamas)\, it may place you at a disadvantage if you’ve only sold in-person and don’t know the technology\, how to merchandise your artwork for an online customer\, or how to talk about your work while looking at a screen.  Join us for a free webinar to learn how Native artist\, Roxanne Best (Coleville)\, prepares her business for success when selling at an online art market. \nThe workshop will take place on Tuesday\, November\, 17th at 12:00 pm Mountain Time / 11:00 am Pacific / 1:00 pm Central.  This workshop will be delivered online utilizing the Zoom platform.  The workshop can be taken on computers and smartphones. \nYou can register by visiting: http://ntv.bz/markets \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 sponsored by the Institute of American Indian Arts (IAIA) Continuing Education program. \nFor more information about the Institute of American Indian Arts Continuing Education Program\, please visit: iaia.edu/outreach/continuing-education/
URL:https://www.nativebiz.org/event/best-practices-for-selling-at-online-art-markets/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Mark Thompson":MAILTO:mark@idrsinc.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20201029T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20201029T140000
DTSTAMP:20220510T003335Z
CREATED:20201117T164123Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220510T003335Z
UID:10000503-1603976400-1603980000@www.nativebiz.org
SUMMARY:Leadership Lessons from the Cherokee Nation
DESCRIPTION:Join IDRS and former Cherokee Chief\, Chad “Corntassel” Smith in a stimulating webinar to learn the process of going from where you are today (Point A) and moving to where you want to go (Point B). \nYou can register by visiting: ntv.bz/chadsmith \nChad “Corntassel” Smith was the Principal Chief of the Cherokee Nation from 1999-2011. During this time\, Chief Smith developed an innovative leadership model that focuses on the process of going from where you are today (Point A) and moving to where you want to go (Point B). \nIn this webinar\, learn how the model applies to your life\, how to go from Point A to B\, and how to conquer the challenges that arise in the journey. These lessons will help you succeed whether you are starting or running a business\, working for a Tribal partner\, or managing a family. \nOnce again\, the registration link is: ntv.bz/chadsmith \nThis webinar is being funded in part by the USDA Rural Development and the California Governor’s Office of Economic Development.
URL:https://www.nativebiz.org/event/leadership-lessons-from-the-cherokee-nation/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Mark Thompson":MAILTO:mark@idrsinc.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20201020T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20201020T120000
DTSTAMP:20220510T003354Z
CREATED:20201117T165152Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220510T003354Z
UID:10000504-1603191600-1603195200@www.nativebiz.org
SUMMARY:How to Look Your Best in Online Meetings
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER HERE: ntv.bz/zoom \nIf you’re like us COVID has erased all of your in-person meetings and events.  As our lives switch from face-to-face meetings to virtual meetings\, making a good impression requires a new approach!  Join us for this engaging webinar to learn how you can put on your best Zoom face when presenting online. \nIn this webinar\, Monique Sonoquie (Tongva / Chumash) will provide best practices for looking your best in any online meeting.  Included in the webinar will be tips on how to dress for the webinar\, how to prepare your background and what backgrounds are appropriate\, and proper lighting techniques. \nThis webinar will take place on October 20th from 11:00 to 12:00 pm Pacific.  That’s also noon Mountain\, 1:00 pm Central.  This webinar will be delivered online utilizing the Zoom platform.  The webinar can be taken on computers and smartphones. \nYou can register by visiting: ntv.bz/zoom. \nFor more information\, please contact Lynn Wilson\, IDRS’ Microenterprise Development Specialist\, at lynn@idrsinc.org or Mark Thompson\, IDRS’ Executive Director\, at mark@idrsinc.org.
URL:https://www.nativebiz.org/event/how-to-look-your-best-in-online-meetings/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Mark Thompson":MAILTO:mark@idrsinc.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20200924T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20200924T130000
DTSTAMP:20220510T003354Z
CREATED:20201118T013112Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220510T003354Z
UID:10000506-1600948800-1600952400@www.nativebiz.org
SUMMARY:The Business of Performance Art
DESCRIPTION:To register\, please visit: ntv.bz/art \nThere are a lot of hats a performing artist has to wear from salesperson\, marketer\, booking agent\, logistics\, and operations. Join us for a free webinar on Thursday\, September 24th to learn how Native Performing Artist Roman Orona Performance (Yaqui / Apache) is able to wear all those hats as he details how he operates his performing art business. Roman is multi-talented and you’ll learn how he has built multiple streams of income through dancing\, being a recording artist\, acting\, drum maker\, and now having founded his non-profit\, I am HUMAN Media. \nThe workshop will take place on Thursday September 24th at 12:00 pm Mountain Time / 11:00 am Pacific. This workshop will be delivered online utilizing the Zoom platform. The workshop can be taken on computers and smartphones. \nYou can register by visiting: ntv.bz/art \nThis workshop is sponsored by the Institute of American Indian Arts (IAIA) Continuing Education program. \nFor more information about the Institute of American Indian Arts Continuing Education Program\, please visit: iaia.edu/outreach/continuing-education/ \nFor more information about Roman and I am HUMAN Media\, please visit: www.romanorona.com or www.iamHUMANmedia.com \nFor more information about the IDRS Acorn Project\, please\nvisit: www.nativebiz.org
URL:https://www.nativebiz.org/event/the-business-of-performance-art/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Mark Thompson":MAILTO:mark@idrsinc.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20200917T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20200917T170000
DTSTAMP:20220510T003334Z
CREATED:20200724T045005Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220510T003334Z
UID:10000466-1600358400-1600362000@www.nativebiz.org
SUMMARY:Building Your Home Recording Studio
DESCRIPTION:You may think that a home studio only benefits a musician\, however\, building a home studio will also help any person looking to use audio in their business. Podcasts\, recording commercials\, voice-over work\, or producing audio for YouTube videos can all benefit from the principles of a recording studio. \nJoin us for a free webinar on Thursday\, September 17th for a step by step approach to building a home studio. In Building Your Home Recording Studio\, Native Artist Roman Orona (Yaqui / Apache) from I am HUMAN Media\, will discuss how to set goals for your recording studio\, different levels of equipment\, and how to record. \n\nThe workshop will take place on Thursday\, September 17th at 5:00 PM Mountain Time / 4:00 PM Pacific. This workshop will be delivered online utilizing the Zoom platform. The workshop can be taken on computers and smartphones. \nYou can register by visiting: ntv.bz/studio \nAbout our presenter: Roman Orona (Apache\, Pueblo and Yaqui)\, is a Native American performer (dancer\, singer\, flutist)\, producer\, director\, podcaster\, and owner of iamHUMAN Media. iamHUMAN Media is a national non-profit that develops programs to address social discourse\, create community and unite humanity through the arts. In 2016\, Roman was awarded the Best Male Vocalist Award at the Native American Music Awards for his album “Circling Spirits.“ Roman works to illustrate all individuals are related through the common thread of being human.  In being human\, Roman says\, “We all have a responsibility to each other\, for each other\, for the betterment of all human kind.” \n\nFor more information\, please contact Jonathan Breaker\, IAIA Continuing Education\, jbreaker@iaia.edu or Lynn Wilson\, IDRS Microenterprise Development Specialist\, at lynn@idrsinc.org. \nThis workshop is presented in partnership with the Institute of American Indian Arts Continuing Education program.  \nFor more information about Roman and I am HUMAN Media\, please visit: www.romanorona.com or www.iamHUMANmedia.com \n \nFor more information about the Institute of American Indian Arts Continuing Education Program\, please visit: iaia.edu/outreach/continuing-education/
URL:https://www.nativebiz.org/event/recording-studio/
LOCATION:On line
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Mark Thompson":MAILTO:mark@idrsinc.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20200729T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20200729T130000
DTSTAMP:20220510T003334Z
CREATED:20200724T045005Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220510T003334Z
UID:10000465-1596024000-1596027600@www.nativebiz.org
SUMMARY:Podcasting 101
DESCRIPTION:Have you ever wanted to begin your own Podcast? Well now is the perfect time to become a podcaster. Podcasts are soaring in popularity\, the technology is easier than ever and there is still plenty of opportunity for new and innovative podcasts. \nJoin us for a free webinar on Wednesday\, July 29th for a step by step approach to launching your podcast.  In Podcast 101\, Native Artist Roman Orona (Yaqui / Apache) from I am HUMAN Media\, will discuss building your podcast concept\, the equipment needed to create a podcast\, how to structure your podcasts\, where to launch\, and podcast marketing. \nThe workshop will take place on Wednesday\, July 29th at 12:00 PM Mountain Time / 11:00 AM Pacific.  This workshop will be delivered online utilizing the Zoom platform.  The workshop can be taken on computers and smartphones. \nYou can register by visiting: ntv.bz/podcast \nAbout our presenter: Roman Orona (Apache\, Pueblo and Yaqui)\, is a Native American performer (dancer\, singer\, flutist)\, producer\, director\, podcaster\, and owner of iamHUMAN Media. iamHUMAN Media is a national non-profit that develops programs to address social discourse\, create community and unite humanity through the arts. In 2016\, Roman was awarded the Best Male Vocalist Award at the Native American Music Awards for his album “Circling Spirits.“ Roman works to illustrate all individuals are related through the common thread of being human.  In being human\, Roman says\, “We all have a responsibility to each other\, for each other\, for the betterment of all human kind.” \nFor more information\, please contact Jonathan Breaker\, IAIA Continuing Education\, jbreaker@iaia.edu or Lynn Wilson\, IDRS Microenterprise Development Specialist\, at lynn@idrsinc.org. \nThis workshop is presented in partnership with the Institute of American Indian Arts Continuing Education program.  \nFor more information about Roman and I am HUMAN Media\, please visit: www.romanorona.com or www.iamHUMANmedia.com \n \nFor more information about the Institute of American Indian Arts Continuing Education Program\, please visit: iaia.edu/outreach/continuing-education/
URL:https://www.nativebiz.org/event/podcasting-101/
LOCATION:On line
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Mark Thompson":MAILTO:mark@idrsinc.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20200616T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20200616T100000
DTSTAMP:20220510T003334Z
CREATED:20200613T101235Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220510T003334Z
UID:10000462-1592298000-1592301600@www.nativebiz.org
SUMMARY:Stress Reduction Through Meditation
DESCRIPTION:In partnership with the Institute of American Indian Arts School of Continuing Education\, IDRS presents Stress Reduction Through Meditation.  In this one-hour webinar you will learn to develop strategies to control stress in your life through the practice of meditation.  We will also cover other benefits that practicing mediation can provide including the reduction of stress\, promoting emotional health\, enhancing self-awareness\, and improving memory and sleep. \nThe presenter for this webinar will be Roxanne Best (Colville).  Roxanne is a multi-talented and multi-disciplinary entrepreneur.  She is a photographer and operates Roxtography in Omak\, WA. Roxanne specializes in lifestyle portraits\, special events\, and business imagery. She is also a yoga instructor\, culinary artist\, storyteller\, and small business consultant.  Roxanne can be found at roxtography.com.
URL:https://www.nativebiz.org/event/stress-reduction-through-meditation/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Mark Thompson":MAILTO:mark@idrsinc.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20200529T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20200529T113000
DTSTAMP:20220510T003333Z
CREATED:20200307T021649Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220510T003333Z
UID:10000461-1590748200-1590751800@www.nativebiz.org
SUMMARY:Selling Your Art Through Etsy
DESCRIPTION:If you’re a great artist looking to make money off your work but aren’t sure how to sell art online\, Etsy can be a great option! In this webinar\, artist MaryBeth Timothy will share her experience of selling art through Etsy. She will also the best practices she utilizes to successfully market and sell her work.
URL:https://www.nativebiz.org/event/selling-your-art-through-etsy/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Mark Thompson":MAILTO:mark@idrsinc.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20200417T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20200417T113000
DTSTAMP:20220510T003333Z
CREATED:20200307T021649Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220510T003333Z
UID:10000460-1587119400-1587123000@www.nativebiz.org
SUMMARY:Facebook Marketing for Artists
DESCRIPTION:Artists have a unique advantage in using social media such as Facebook. People are intrigued by the creative process and the artist lifestyle which makes social media the best platform for connecting with potential customers. However\, just being an artist is probably not enough to get you noticed on today’s exploding social networks In this webinar\, we explore social media marketing strategies for creatives and includes some simple tips and best practices you can apply to your current marketing strategy.
URL:https://www.nativebiz.org/event/facebook-marketing-for-artists/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Mark Thompson":MAILTO:mark@idrsinc.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20200327T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20200327T113000
DTSTAMP:20220510T003333Z
CREATED:20200307T021649Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220510T003333Z
UID:10000459-1585305000-1585308600@www.nativebiz.org
SUMMARY:Working with Art Galleries
DESCRIPTION:Emerging artists with little sales and exhibition experience often struggle to find doors that will open. Showing up at a gallery\, unannounced and uninvited is a fast track to nowhere. So\, how can artists get into an art gallery? In this webinar Melissa will teach you best practices for getting galleries to take notice of your work and provide best practices for establishing a good working relationship with gallery owners.
URL:https://www.nativebiz.org/event/working-with-art-galleries/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Mark Thompson":MAILTO:mark@idrsinc.org
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