Main Calendar
“Upcycled 3: From Waste to Wonder” | MCA April Exhibit
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Back by popular demand, ‘UpCycled 3: From Waste to Wonder’, will feature creations by MCA Artist members using recycled materials as their main medium. Thank you to our returning sponsors, Florida Express Waste & Recycling for their support of the ...
When You Know Your WHY – Your Marketing Has More Impact
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Ever feel like your marketing is missing that special spark? In this workshop, we'll explore how defining your "Why" can supercharge your marketing efforts, helping you stay motivated and connect more meaningfully with your customers. In this ...
Discover What Your Customers Want
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Customer Discovery is a critical element to success. People only buy what they want, not what they need. This is a hard lesson and learning it late can cost time, money and even success. In this session, you will learn how to ask questions that ...
Friday Talks - April 2025
8:15 AM - 9:30 AM
Friday Talks, which are sponsored by TD Bank, feature speakers sharing their knowledge on a variety of business education and financial literacy topics. The sessions are held on the last Friday of each month at the CEP in the Douglas P. Cone Boardroom ...
How to Start a Non-Profit
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
This workshop is for anyone looking to start a non-profit and is committed to providing a community service. The presenter will show you step by step, how he set up a non-profit in 6 months, without a lawyer. How to create a legal non-profit ...
Canva Video Editing Basics: How to Create Simple Video Content For Your Brand
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Video editing can be incredibly time-consuming and overwhelming, even more so than most other content creation. While there are loads of apps and AI add-ons to "generate" content, how do you tell the story of your brand through simple videos, ...
Ribbon Cutting - Smalls Sliders On Top of The World Grand Opening
9:00 AM - 9:30 AM
Smalls Sliders Grand Opening/Ribbon Cutting
CEP 101 Partner Orientation
8:30 AM - 9:30 AM
Are you a new partner or do you need a refresher on how you can maximize your benefits and services offered by the CEP? Join us on the last Wednesday morning of the month, April 30th. CEP 101 is a complimentary, must-attend orientation for all new ...
1 Million Cups Ocala
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Caffeinating Ocala's Startup Community every Wednesday!! A weekly event designed to Connect, Educate, Empower and Inspire our local entrepreneurs. It's about Presenters not Pitches ~~ It's about Connections not Networking. 1MC Ocala is designed to help ...
Nationwide Day of Second Chances Job Fair
11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Nationwide Day of Second Chances Job Fair
21 Ways to Fund a Nonprofit
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
Nonprofits generally need every possible dollar they can get to further their mission. Yet, the matter of “where” to find these dollars has eluded many nonprofit leaders, especially those who are new to the sector. This workshop was written to ...
Belleview Business Works
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Belleview Business Works event sponsored by SouthState Bank on March 5, 2025 at the Belleview Community Center from 12:00pm - 1:00pm. Space is limited!
How Do I Start a Home Based Business in Florida?
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
This seminar will discuss what types of businesses you can (and cannot) operate from your home. We will also show you step-by-step what you need to do to get your business up and running, including getting the necessary registrations, licenses ...
Leppo Rents Ribbon Cutting / Open House
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Leppo Rents - Bobcat of Ocala Open House.
View Florida Hwy 484 New Digital Billboard Ribbon Cutting
12:00 PM - 12:30 PM
Ribbon Cutting - View Florida new HWY 484 digital billboard
Melodic Metamorphosis | MCA May Opening Reception
3:00 PM - 7:00 PM
An immersive showcase exploring the transformative power of music, art, and literature; featuring innovative installations and captivating artworks inspired by the impact of art, and its rhythm, flow, and evolution in music and language. ...
Kentucky Derby Soiree
4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Dress in your Kentucky Derby finest for the 2025 Run for the Roses! Join us for an afternoon of Woodford mint juleps, chance to win games, and race day fun! New this year, we will be offering whiskey tastings as an add-on experience and limited ...
LinkedIn Prospecting: How to Get the Meeting with Your Ideal Client
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Dive deep into LinkedIn prospecting techniques that actually work. This session will show you how to stand out, create connections, and secure meetings with the decision-makers who matter most for your business success. Register: ...
Tuesday Talks - May 2025
8:15 AM - 9:30 AM
Tuesday Talks, sponsored by Rasmussen University, feature CEP Partners sharing their expertise on a variety of business education and personal development topics. Typically held the 1st Tuesday of each month at 8:15am in the CEP Board Room, a light ...
Happiest Hour
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Have a beverage, chat with friends, and make some new connections. And don't forget those business cards!
Build Your Business Plan, Step-by-Step Week 1
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Did you know that 50% of employer businesses fail within five years? The main reasons why they fail are a lack of planning and a lack of financing, which itself is often a direct result of the lack of planning. Many new entrepreneurs do not ...
1 Million Cups Ocala
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Caffeinating Ocala's Startup Community every Wednesday!! A weekly event designed to Connect, Educate, Empower and Inspire our local entrepreneurs. It's about Presenters not Pitches ~~ It's about Connections not Networking. 1MC Ocala is designed to help ...
Helping Build and Repair Your Credit
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
In this workshop we discuss what a credit score is, what makes up a credit score, how to create credit, how to recover from bumps in the road with your credit and how to protect what you have worked so hard for. Register: ...
Becoming a QuickBooks Power User (QB03)
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Join us for this QuickBooks online class to learn about the basic reports and how to create them for your company. We will also discuss the Receipts functions within the product, and some additional apps that can bring even more power to your ...
From Likes to Leads: Leveraging Social Media for Your Business
10:00 AM - 11:30 PM
Navigating social media as a small business owner can feel like a daunting task — where to start, how to engage, and how to see meaningful results, all while juggling limited time and resources. But with the right approach, social media can ...
Florida Roof Design Ribbon Cutting - New Office
11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Grand Opening - Florida Roof Designs new office
Patterns of Transformation with Arts in Health Ocala Metro
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Thursday, May 8 from 5:30pm-7pm: Arts in Health Ocala Metro presentation at The Brick gallery! Join AIHOM Artist Practitioner DeNaya Wilkerson in a fun and interactive workshop that explores the joy and healing power of African Dance, while ...
Starting Your New Business
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
This workshop is designed to guide you through the steps necessary for starting a business. It covers the different legal business entities, licenses needed, taxes and insurance. We explain what business plans are all about and show you how to ...
World Class Innovation – Develop Value That Creates Success
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
According to the Harvard Business School, over 35,000 new consumer products are launched every year, and 95% of them fail! Why are companies like Johnson & Johnson so much more effective with innovation? Learn the concepts, protocols and ...
SMA Women's Residential Ribbon Cutting
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
SMA Healthcare invites you to join us for a ribbon cutting ceremony at 10am for our new Marion Women's Residential facility. This expansion marks an exciting milestone for our women's residential treatment program, as we begin serving pregnant ...
Canva Basics: Simple Ways to Create Vital Digital Business Tools
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
So much of a business is digital these days. Everything from a Pitch Deck to price quotes, logos, fliers - even if they get printed eventually they usually are created digitally first. How do you ensure your designs stand out among an industry ...
The Best Face-to-Face Selling Techniques
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Success in business usually involves discovering the best processes to use and repeating them consistently. This is especially true in sales. This webinar will lay out a ten steps that cover the sales process from beginning to end. If you adopt ...
Overcoming Videophobia: 5 Myths BUSTED
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Learn how to overcome common video fears and effectively use YouTube to market one’s business. Edie shares her personal experiences and struggles with being on camera and how she eventually embraced video creation to enhance her professional ...
An Evening Celebrating the Beauty, Simplicity and Power of Being Read To
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Tuesday, 5/13- 5:30pm-7pm- Marion Literacy Council presents: An Evening Celebrating the Beauty, Simplicity, and Power of Being Read To. Join the Marion County Literacy Council for an informal evening of reading and being read too. Join us as some of ...
1 Million Cups Ocala
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Caffeinating Ocala's Startup Community every Wednesday!! A weekly event designed to Connect, Educate, Empower and Inspire our local entrepreneurs. It's about Presenters not Pitches ~~ It's about Connections not Networking. 1MC Ocala is designed to help ...
How to Create Engaging Content That Converts More Customers
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Want content that converts browsers into loyal customers? In this workshop, you'll learn how to create marketing content that makes people feel seen, understood and compelled to take action. In this workshop session, we’ll cover: What is ...
Ribbon Cutting - Fifth Third Bank - Pinellas Plaza - The Villages
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Networking and Ribbon Cutting Pinellas Plaza Banking Center - 2495 Burnsed Blvd. The Villages, FL 32163 Event from 10 am - 12pm Ceremony at 10:30am
Marketing Your Business
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
For people who want to obtain trial by customers and growth for their business, whether it is a product, service or both. It explains various marketing strategies and contains many practical marketing tips. It will help you define your mission, ...
Overcoming Fear and Ego: Unleashing your Path to Success
8:00 PM - 9:00 PM
As a business entrepreneur, you will benefit by dispelling personal fear and ego that can inhibit one's journey to success. This webinar offers intuitive strategies to confront these deterrents, empowering you to embrace challenges and ...
Wild Mustang Adoption 101 with the Bureau of Land Management - PLEASE BRING A FOLDING CHAIR
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Learn all about the Mstangs and meet them up close!
BUSINESS AFTER HOURS - May 2025
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
A community staple for over 3-decades, Business After Hours is the CEP's cornerstone networking event. It's held the 3rd Thursday of each month. Join several hundred fellow CEP partners for casual networking, along with food, beverage, & door ...
Marketing Research: When and How to Use It
5:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Small business owners tend to under-utilize marketing research as they develop their products and strategies. This is often due to a lack of understanding of when research should be performed and what types of research to employ. This webinar ...
Setting Boundaries and the Busy Business Owner
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
In "Setting Boundaries for the Busy Business Owner," you'll explore the vital role boundaries play in protecting your time, energy, and well-being. This workshop will guide you in understanding how healthy boundaries contribute not only to your ...
Hardcore Poetry: Exploring the Breathtaking World of Ovid's Metamorphoses | May Lecture Series
11:00 AM - 6:30 PM
Composed over 2,000 years ago, Ovid's Metamorphoses remains one of the most influential works of Western literature ever written. It is also a deeply frightening, deeply violent, deeply sexy, deeply beautiful text - one that has inspired ...
Exit Ready: Boost Profitability, Margins, and Cash Flow to Attract Buyers
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Planning to sell or simply improve your business’s market value? This webinar focuses on the core areas needed to make your business attractive to buyers, such as increasing profitability, optimizing margins, and building sustainable cash flow. ...
Building Your Business Plan
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Designed for anyone who has done their business research, most of their marketing plan, and understands some basic accounting and finance. It explains the purposes and value of a plan and uses a content template to help determine what goes into ...
Keeping the Human in Human Resources
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Learn how to maintain a balance, leveraging technology for efficiency while prioritizing genuine care and clear communication – the foundations of successful human connections in the workplace. Join us for a concise exploration of where tech ...
Hablemos De Negocios (IMPACT Initiative)
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Conquista Facebook: Estrategias Prácticas para Impulsar tu Negocio Asistiendo a este taller lograras apender: 1. Creación Profesional de tu Página: Aprende paso a paso a publicar y personalizar tu página de negocios para reflejar la identidad de tu ...
Couch Sessions FAM JAM at The Brick
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Tuesday, 5/20- 6-8pm- FAM JAM - Hosted by Couch Sessions alumni: Ecliff and Olivia! BYOB/BYO instrument and come jam with seasoned couch sessions musicians. This is a plug-and-play good time!! All former couch session artists are invited to ...
exCEPtional Mornings - May 2025
7:30 AM - 9:00 AM
exCEPtional Mornings is held the third Wednesday of each month, exclusively for CEP partners and their guests. Tickets for CEP partners are just $15 per person with advance reservations or $20 at the door. There is a 24-hour cancellation ...
1 Million Cups Ocala
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Caffeinating Ocala's Startup Community every Wednesday!! A weekly event designed to Connect, Educate, Empower and Inspire our local entrepreneurs. It's about Presenters not Pitches ~~ It's about Connections not Networking. 1MC Ocala is designed to help ...
SBA Lending 101
12:00 PM - 12:30 PM
What is an SBA Loan? An SBA loan is a government small business loan that can help cover startup costs, working capital needs, expansions, real estate purchases and more. The U.S. Small Business Administration helps small businesses get funding ...
Building Your Financial Plan
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
For people who have limited knowledge or understanding of basic accounting and finance. This seminar is intended to explain the methods and need for financial tracking, control and generating the financial projections necessary to develop your ...
Equine Initiative Meeting, presented by Pyranha Animal Health at the Farm of Sharn Wordley
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
The regular monthly meeting pls Show Jumping 101, meet top equestrian Sharn Wordley and his team. Demo and refreshments by Equine Therapy International and their ActivoMed Blanket
Choose Your Sub-Contractors Well
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Often small businesses will need to outsource aspects of their business operation so that the owner can focus on those areas that are most strategic and where they have the most expertise. Your business success will depend on making good ...
Funding Your Business
9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
For people who think they might need funding for their business. It is designed for start-ups and existing businesses with cash flow or capital issues. The seminar explains the various sources of funds, their lending criteria and how they ...
Belleview on the Rise - May 2025
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Arrive early so you have plenty of time to enjoy networking over breakfast provided by the Belleview High School culinary program. Breakfast opens at 7:45, presentation begins at 8:30, and you'll be on your way by 9:15a! Big thanks to ...
Choosing the Right Business Structure in FL: LLCs, Corporations, and Beyond
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
In this webinar, small business attorney Laurie Lee will help small business owners in Florida understand the pros and cons of various entity structures (LLC, Corporations, sole proprietorships, etc.), and how to choose the one that best fits ...
CEP 101 Partner Orientation
8:30 AM - 9:30 AM
Are you a new partner or do you need a refresher on how you can maximize your benefits and services offered by the CEP? Join us on the last Wednesday morning of the month, May 28th. CEP 101 is a complimentary, must-attend orientation for all new ...
1 Million Cups Ocala
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Caffeinating Ocala's Startup Community every Wednesday!! A weekly event designed to Connect, Educate, Empower and Inspire our local entrepreneurs. It's about Presenters not Pitches ~~ It's about Connections not Networking. 1MC Ocala is designed to help ...
Get Unstuck: Live Group Coaching on Your Advertising and Marketing Messages
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Where are you struggling to stop that frustrating leak in your funnel? Where are you hitting a wall trying to communicate your product’s true value? That’s what we want to see. So we can help you out. Bring us your real-world marketing ...
Funding Your Non-Profit
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
You will learn about: - LEGAL STATUS - HOW TO LAY A COMPREHENSIVE FINANCIAL FOUNDATION - HOW TO BUILD AN OUTREACH STRATEGY - HOW TO IDENTIFY SOURCES OF FUNDING THAT YOU ARE COMFORTABLE WITH - HOW TO IDENTIFY PEOPLE WHO SUPPORT YOUR VISION - ...
OMCF Lender Matchmaking Cohort
9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Capital Readiness Program, Powered by Ocala Metro Catalyst Fund. Is your business ready to take the next step, but you're feeling held back by funding? We've got you covered! Join us for an incredible chance to become finance-ready in just 2 easy ...
Ribbon Cutting / Grand Opening for Advance Auto Parts
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Grand Opening for new Advance Auto Parts
How to Develop Your Marketing Plan
5:30 PM - 8:00 PM
A good marketing plan lays out the marketing actions you need to execute. For each action item, it should spell out the potential revenue, expenses and timing required to be successful in meeting your financial goals. This webinar will cover ...
Friday Talks - May 2025
8:15 AM - 9:30 AM
Friday Talks, which are sponsored by TD Bank, feature speakers sharing their knowledge on a variety of business education and financial literacy topics. The sessions are held on the last Friday of each month at the CEP in the Douglas P. Cone Boardroom ...
Filling Your Sales Pipeline: How to Find and Meet Your Ideal Clients
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Is your sales pipeline running dry? Learn proven techniques to identify your ideal clients, build a robust prospecting process, and consistently fill your pipeline with high-quality leads. This session will give you the tools to create steady ...
How to Manage Your Business with KPIs (Key Performance Indicators)
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Using financial statements to manage a business is a good place to start, but Key Performance Indicators(or KPIs)go to the next level. They provide more detailed insights of where your business is succeeding and failing. We will discuss the ...
Tuesday Talks - June 2025
8:15 AM - 9:30 AM
Tuesday Talks, sponsored by Rasmussen University, feature CEP Partners sharing their expertise on a variety of business education and personal development topics. Typically held the 1st Tuesday of each month at 8:15am in the CEP Board Room, a light ...
Building Resilience: The H.E.R.O. Blueprint for Overcoming Life’s Challenges &
11:00 AM
In this engaging seminar, Chardo Richardson will guide you through the science and practice of resilience—an essential skill for navigating life and business. Drawing from his H.E.R.O. Program, Chardo will delve into psychological capital ...
How Do I Develop a Product or Service to Sell?
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
This seminar will cover generating new product ideas, building product concepts, and discuss methods of tailoring your product to the right target market. This will include: • Generating product ideas and concepts. • Functions, tasks and pain ...
1 Million Cups Ocala
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Caffeinating Ocala's Startup Community every Wednesday!! A weekly event designed to Connect, Educate, Empower and Inspire our local entrepreneurs. It's about Presenters not Pitches ~~ It's about Connections not Networking. 1MC Ocala is designed to help ...
Entrepreneur in Residence (EIR) Series: Business Law 101 - What Every Entrepreneur Should Know
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
This Series focused on Business Law is designed to equip entrepreneurs with the knowledge and strategies needed to navigate legal challenges, minimize risks, and operate with confidence.
Determining Product Profit Potential and Target Market
5:30 PM - 8:00 PM
This workshop will cover methods of calculating the market potential and estimating the amount of sales and profit you can derive from it using databases available for free through the Jacksonville Public Library. This will include: • How to ...
Starting Your New Business
6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
This workshop is designed to guide you through the steps necessary for starting a business. It covers the different legal business entities, licenses needed, taxes and insurance. We explain what business plans are all about and show you how to ...
4-Steps to Financial Security for Entrepreneurs
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
"4-Steps to Financial Security for Entrepreneurs" is a transformative session that will guide entrepreneurs through the four essential steps to help them achieve lasting financial security. We'll talk about assessing your current financial ...
Mastering Mastermind Groups: Maximize Collaboration & Achieve Business Goals
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Join us for an insightful one-hour webinar designed specifically for small business owners who are eager to leverage the collective expertise and accountability that mastermind groups offer. Whether you're just considering joining a group or ...
Wildlife Works LLC Ribbon Cutting
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Ribbon cutting for our new office! Our wildlife rehabilitation partner, Rescuing Ocala Wildlife, will be there with her educational ambassador animals! We will be catering as well. Please RSVP before May 30th so we can get a final headcount for ...
Amazon Listing Essentials: Attract Customers, Drive Traffic, and Boost Sales
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Are you ready to create Amazon listings that attract customers, drive traffic, and boost sales? If so, you’re in the right place! Selling on Amazon is a powerful way to grow your brand and business, and an optimized product listing is the key ...
How to Market Your Business Without Getting Too Complicated
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Marketing is largely storytelling. Every business and brand has a story. How do you share it without spending half your working hours putting together marketing plans and working on content creation? Every business and business owner has a rich ...
How to Increase Profitability – Part 1 of 2
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Budgeting for Profitability - Entrepreneurs often budget by taking last year's sales and increasing it by a few percent, if they budget at all. This section will take the traditional Revenue - Expenses = Profit equation and turn it around to ...
Conexión Hispana
9:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Grupo de networking mensual para socios de CEP que disfrutan haciendo conexiones comerciales en español.
Using Reference Solutions to Grow your Small Business
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
In this session, you will learn how to: Reference Solutions is a set of databases that allows you to download records of your target market prospects for free. - Access Reference Solutions from home for free with your library card, - Identify ...
1 Million Cups Ocala
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Caffeinating Ocala's Startup Community every Wednesday!! A weekly event designed to Connect, Educate, Empower and Inspire our local entrepreneurs. It's about Presenters not Pitches ~~ It's about Connections not Networking. 1MC Ocala is designed to help ...
The Equine Initiative Meeting, presented by Pyranha Animal Health and Equine Therapy 101 at Stirrups 'n Strides Therapeutic Riding Center
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Regular Equine Meeting plus Therapeutic Riding 101
Hear us Roar II
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Hear us Roar is coming June 13th at The Civic!!!! This is a dual fundraiser for The Arc Marion & Art's in Health Ocala Metro.
exCEPtional Mornings - June 2025
7:30 AM - 9:00 AM
exCEPtional Mornings is held the third Wednesday of each month, exclusively for CEP partners and their guests. Tickets for CEP partners are just $15 per person with advance reservations or $20 at the door. There is a 24-hour cancellation ...
1 Million Cups Ocala
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Caffeinating Ocala's Startup Community every Wednesday!! A weekly event designed to Connect, Educate, Empower and Inspire our local entrepreneurs. It's about Presenters not Pitches ~~ It's about Connections not Networking. 1MC Ocala is designed to help ...
BUSINESS AFTER HOURS - June 2025
5:00 PM
A community staple for over 3-decades, Business After Hours is the CEP's cornerstone networking event. It's held the 3rd Thursday of each month. Join several hundred fellow CEP partners for casual networking, along with food, beverage, & door ...
Belleview on the Rise - June 2025
12:00 AM
Arrive early so you have plenty of time to enjoy networking over breakfast provided by the Belleview High School culinary program. Breakfast opens at 7:45, presentation begins at 8:30, and you'll be on your way by 9:15a! Big thanks to ...
CEP 101 Partner Orientation
8:30 AM - 9:30 AM
Are you a new partner or do you need a refresher on how you can maximize your benefits and services offered by the CEP? Join us on the last Wednesday morning of the month, June 25th. CEP 101 is a complimentary, must-attend orientation for all new ...
1 Million Cups Ocala
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Caffeinating Ocala's Startup Community every Wednesday!! A weekly event designed to Connect, Educate, Empower and Inspire our local entrepreneurs. It's about Presenters not Pitches ~~ It's about Connections not Networking. 1MC Ocala is designed to help ...
IMPACT Construction Academy
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Pathway to Government Contracting This course teaches the intricacies of government contracting, including understanding the procurement process, meeting eligibility criteria, navigating legal requirements, and crafting competitive proposals to win ...
Friday Talks - June 2025
8:15 AM - 9:30 AM
Friday Talks, which are sponsored by TD Bank, feature speakers sharing their knowledge on a variety of business education and financial literacy topics. The sessions are held on the last Friday of each month at the CEP in the Douglas P. Cone Boardroom ...
1 Million Cups Ocala
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Caffeinating Ocala's Startup Community every Wednesday!! A weekly event designed to Connect, Educate, Empower and Inspire our local entrepreneurs. It's about Presenters not Pitches ~~ It's about Connections not Networking. 1MC Ocala is designed to help ...
Tuesday Talks - July 2025
8:15 AM - 9:30 AM
Tuesday Talks, sponsored by Rasmussen University, feature CEP Partners sharing their expertise on a variety of business education and personal development topics. Typically held the 1st Tuesday of each month at 8:15am in the CEP Board Room, a light ...
1 Million Cups Ocala
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Caffeinating Ocala's Startup Community every Wednesday!! A weekly event designed to Connect, Educate, Empower and Inspire our local entrepreneurs. It's about Presenters not Pitches ~~ It's about Connections not Networking. 1MC Ocala is designed to help ...
FAST TRAC
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Unlock Your Entrepreneurial Potential with The Power Plant Business Incubator! Join our FastTrac Business Accelerator Program, a dynamic 10-week, in-person intensive course designed for aspiring and newly established entrepreneurs who are ready to take ...
exCEPtional Mornings - July 2025
7:30 AM - 9:00 AM
exCEPtional Mornings is held the third Wednesday of each month, exclusively for CEP partners and their guests. Tickets for CEP partners are just $15 per person with advance reservations or $20 at the door. There is a 24-hour cancellation ...
1 Million Cups Ocala
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Caffeinating Ocala's Startup Community every Wednesday!! A weekly event designed to Connect, Educate, Empower and Inspire our local entrepreneurs. It's about Presenters not Pitches ~~ It's about Connections not Networking. 1MC Ocala is designed to help ...
FAST TRAC
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Unlock Your Entrepreneurial Potential with The Power Plant Business Incubator! Join our FastTrac Business Accelerator Program, a dynamic 10-week, in-person intensive course designed for aspiring and newly established entrepreneurs who are ready to take ...
BUSINESS AFTER HOURS - July 2025
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
A community staple for over 3-decades, Business After Hours is the CEP's cornerstone networking event. It's held the 3rd Thursday of each month. Join several hundred fellow CEP partners for casual networking, along with food, beverage, & door ...
Belleview on the Rise - July 2025
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Arrive early so you have plenty of time to enjoy networking over breakfast provided by the Belleview High School culinary program. Breakfast opens at 7:45, presentation begins at 8:30, and you'll be on your way by 9:15a! Big thanks to ...
1 Million Cups Ocala
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Caffeinating Ocala's Startup Community every Wednesday!! A weekly event designed to Connect, Educate, Empower and Inspire our local entrepreneurs. It's about Presenters not Pitches ~~ It's about Connections not Networking. 1MC Ocala is designed to help ...
FAST TRAC
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Unlock Your Entrepreneurial Potential with The Power Plant Business Incubator! Join our FastTrac Business Accelerator Program, a dynamic 10-week, in-person intensive course designed for aspiring and newly established entrepreneurs who are ready to take ...
Friday Talks - July 2025
8:15 AM - 9:30 AM
Friday Talks, which are sponsored by TD Bank, feature speakers sharing their knowledge on a variety of business education and financial literacy topics. The sessions are held on the last Friday of each month at the CEP in the Douglas P. Cone Boardroom ...
Ocala Inspired: A Leader Mentorship Series
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Ocala Inspired: A Leader Mentorship Series, presented by Wise Leadership Solutions, is a one-day leadership development event on July 25th at the Ocala Community Center. In Ocala's rapidly evolving environment, strong leadership is crucial. ...
CEP 101 Partner Orientation
8:30 AM - 9:30 AM
Are you a new partner or do you need a refresher on how you can maximize your benefits and services offered by the CEP? Join us on the last Wednesday morning of the month, July 30th. CEP 101 is a complimentary, must-attend orientation for all new ...
1 Million Cups Ocala
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Caffeinating Ocala's Startup Community every Wednesday!! A weekly event designed to Connect, Educate, Empower and Inspire our local entrepreneurs. It's about Presenters not Pitches ~~ It's about Connections not Networking. 1MC Ocala is designed to help ...
Equine 201, presented by Pyranha Animal Health
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Learn about all the moving parts and get the entire picture of the equine industry in Marion County in this classroom setting. Also, gain a complete understanding of the huge role the CEP's Equine Initiative plays in advocating for the industry while ...
FAST TRAC
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Unlock Your Entrepreneurial Potential with The Power Plant Business Incubator! Join our FastTrac Business Accelerator Program, a dynamic 10-week, in-person intensive course designed for aspiring and newly established entrepreneurs who are ready to take ...
Tuesday Talks - August 2025
8:15 AM - 9:30 AM
Tuesday Talks, sponsored by Rasmussen University, feature CEP Partners sharing their expertise on a variety of business education and personal development topics. Typically held the 1st Tuesday of each month at 8:15am in the CEP Board Room, a light ...
ICE House Entrepreneurship Mindset Course (Fall)
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Free/ Open to all Marion County business owners. The Ice House Program is designed help you understand the underlying beliefs and behaviors that empower ordinary people to accomplish extraordinary things.
1 Million Cups Ocala
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Caffeinating Ocala's Startup Community every Wednesday!! A weekly event designed to Connect, Educate, Empower and Inspire our local entrepreneurs. It's about Presenters not Pitches ~~ It's about Connections not Networking. 1MC Ocala is designed to help ...
Entrepreneur in Residence (EIR) Series: Beyond Automation - Leveraging AI for Competitive Advantage
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
This workshop is designed for entrepreneurs and business leaders looking to integrate AI at a deeper level—enhancing decision-making, optimizing operations, and driving innovation.
FAST TRAC
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Unlock Your Entrepreneurial Potential with The Power Plant Business Incubator! Join our FastTrac Business Accelerator Program, a dynamic 10-week, in-person intensive course designed for aspiring and newly established entrepreneurs who are ready to take ...
1 Million Cups Ocala
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Caffeinating Ocala's Startup Community every Wednesday!! A weekly event designed to Connect, Educate, Empower and Inspire our local entrepreneurs. It's about Presenters not Pitches ~~ It's about Connections not Networking. 1MC Ocala is designed to help ...
FAST TRAC
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Unlock Your Entrepreneurial Potential with The Power Plant Business Incubator! Join our FastTrac Business Accelerator Program, a dynamic 10-week, in-person intensive course designed for aspiring and newly established entrepreneurs who are ready to take ...
The Equine Initiative Meeting, presented by Pyranha Animal Health
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
The regular monthly equine meeting with a special speaker
exCEPtional Mornings - August 2025
7:30 AM - 9:00 AM
exCEPtional Mornings is held the third Wednesday of each month, exclusively for CEP partners and their guests. Tickets for CEP partners are just $15 per person with advance reservations or $20 at the door. There is a 24-hour cancellation ...
1 Million Cups Ocala
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Caffeinating Ocala's Startup Community every Wednesday!! A weekly event designed to Connect, Educate, Empower and Inspire our local entrepreneurs. It's about Presenters not Pitches ~~ It's about Connections not Networking. 1MC Ocala is designed to help ...
FAST TRAC
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Unlock Your Entrepreneurial Potential with The Power Plant Business Incubator! Join our FastTrac Business Accelerator Program, a dynamic 10-week, in-person intensive course designed for aspiring and newly established entrepreneurs who are ready to take ...
BUSINESS AFTER HOURS - August 2025
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
A community staple for over 3-decades, Business After Hours is the CEP's cornerstone networking event. It's held the 3rd Thursday of each month. Join several hundred fellow CEP partners for casual networking, along with food, beverage, & door ...
Belleview on the Rise - August 2025
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Arrive early so you have plenty of time to enjoy networking over breakfast provided by the Belleview High School culinary program. Breakfast opens at 7:45, presentation begins at 8:30, and you'll be on your way by 9:15a! Big thanks to ...
CEP 101 Partner Orientation
8:30 AM - 9:30 AM
Are you a new partner or do you need a refresher on how you can maximize your benefits and services offered by the CEP? Join us on the last Wednesday morning of the month, August 27th. CEP 101 is a complimentary, must-attend orientation for all new ...
1 Million Cups Ocala
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Caffeinating Ocala's Startup Community every Wednesday!! A weekly event designed to Connect, Educate, Empower and Inspire our local entrepreneurs. It's about Presenters not Pitches ~~ It's about Connections not Networking. 1MC Ocala is designed to help ...
FAST TRAC
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Unlock Your Entrepreneurial Potential with The Power Plant Business Incubator! Join our FastTrac Business Accelerator Program, a dynamic 10-week, in-person intensive course designed for aspiring and newly established entrepreneurs who are ready to take ...
Friday Talks - August 2025
8:15 AM - 9:30 AM
Friday Talks, which are sponsored by TD Bank, feature speakers sharing their knowledge on a variety of business education and financial literacy topics. The sessions are held on the last Friday of each month at the CEP in the Douglas P. Cone Boardroom ...
1 Million Cups Ocala
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Caffeinating Ocala's Startup Community every Wednesday!! A weekly event designed to Connect, Educate, Empower and Inspire our local entrepreneurs. It's about Presenters not Pitches ~~ It's about Connections not Networking. 1MC Ocala is designed to help ...
FAST TRAC
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Unlock Your Entrepreneurial Potential with The Power Plant Business Incubator! Join our FastTrac Business Accelerator Program, a dynamic 10-week, in-person intensive course designed for aspiring and newly established entrepreneurs who are ready to take ...
Belleview Business Works
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Belleview Business Works event sponsored by SouthState Bank on March 5, 2025 at the Belleview Community Center from 12:00pm - 1:00pm. Space is limited!
Pedal with a Purpose - A Ride to End Alzheimer's
7:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Pedal with Purpose – Ride to End Alzheimer’s! Join us for a family-friendly cycling event dedicated to raising awareness and funds in the fight against Alzheimer’s disease. Whether you're a casual rider, a trail enthusiast, or up for an ...
Tuesday Talks - September 2025
8:15 AM - 9:30 AM
Tuesday Talks, sponsored by Rasmussen University, feature CEP Partners sharing their expertise on a variety of business education and personal development topics. Typically held the 1st Tuesday of each month at 8:15am in the CEP Board Room, a light ...
1 Million Cups Ocala
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Caffeinating Ocala's Startup Community every Wednesday!! A weekly event designed to Connect, Educate, Empower and Inspire our local entrepreneurs. It's about Presenters not Pitches ~~ It's about Connections not Networking. 1MC Ocala is designed to help ...
FAST TRAC
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Unlock Your Entrepreneurial Potential with The Power Plant Business Incubator! Join our FastTrac Business Accelerator Program, a dynamic 10-week, in-person intensive course designed for aspiring and newly established entrepreneurs who are ready to take ...
exCEPtional Mornings September 2025
7:30 AM - 9:00 AM
exCEPtional Mornings is held the third Wednesday of each month, exclusively for CEP partners and their guests. Tickets for CEP partners are just $15 per person with advance reservations or $20 at the door. There is a 24-hour cancellation ...
1 Million Cups Ocala
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Caffeinating Ocala's Startup Community every Wednesday!! A weekly event designed to Connect, Educate, Empower and Inspire our local entrepreneurs. It's about Presenters not Pitches ~~ It's about Connections not Networking. 1MC Ocala is designed to help ...
BUSINESS AFTER HOURS - September 2025
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
A community staple for over 3-decades, Business After Hours is the CEP's cornerstone networking event. It's held the 3rd Thursday of each month. Join several hundred fellow CEP partners for casual networking, along with food, beverage, & door ...
Belleview on the Rise - September 2025
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Arrive early so you have plenty of time to enjoy networking over breakfast provided by the Belleview High School culinary program. Breakfast opens at 7:45, presentation begins at 8:30, and you'll be on your way by 9:15a! Big thanks to ...
CEP 101 Partner Orientation
8:30 AM - 9:30 AM
Are you a new partner or do you need a refresher on how you can maximize your benefits and services offered by the CEP? Join us on the last Wednesday morning of the month, September 24th. CEP 101 is a complimentary, must-attend orientation for all new ...
1 Million Cups Ocala
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Caffeinating Ocala's Startup Community every Wednesday!! A weekly event designed to Connect, Educate, Empower and Inspire our local entrepreneurs. It's about Presenters not Pitches ~~ It's about Connections not Networking. 1MC Ocala is designed to help ...
IMPACT Construction Academy
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Scaling your business with Teaming Agreements & Subcontracting This course teaches small business owners how strategic alliances, partnerships, and collaborative efforts can lead to mutual growth, enhanced market reach, and collective resilience ...
Friday Talks - September 2025
8:15 AM - 9:30 AM
Friday Talks, which are sponsored by TD Bank, feature speakers sharing their knowledge on a variety of business education and financial literacy topics. The sessions are held on the last Friday of each month at the CEP in the Douglas P. Cone Boardroom ...
1 Million Cups Ocala
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Caffeinating Ocala's Startup Community every Wednesday!! A weekly event designed to Connect, Educate, Empower and Inspire our local entrepreneurs. It's about Presenters not Pitches ~~ It's about Connections not Networking. 1MC Ocala is designed to help ...
Entrepreneur in Residence (EIR) Series: The Brand Advantage - Standing Out in a Competitive Market
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
This series will cover advanced branding strategies, storytelling techniques, visual identity enhancement, audience engagement, and scaling brand recognition in an increasingly competitive landscape.
Tuesday Talks - October 2025
8:15 AM - 9:30 AM
Tuesday Talks, sponsored by Rasmussen University, feature CEP Partners sharing their expertise on a variety of business education and personal development topics. Typically held the 1st Tuesday of each month at 8:15am in the CEP Board Room, a light ...
1 Million Cups Ocala
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Caffeinating Ocala's Startup Community every Wednesday!! A weekly event designed to Connect, Educate, Empower and Inspire our local entrepreneurs. It's about Presenters not Pitches ~~ It's about Connections not Networking. 1MC Ocala is designed to help ...
exCEPtional Mornings - October 2025
7:30 AM - 9:00 AM
exCEPtional Mornings is held the third Wednesday of each month, exclusively for CEP partners and their guests. Tickets for CEP partners are just $15 per person with advance reservations or $20 at the door. There is a 24-hour cancellation ...
1 Million Cups Ocala
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Caffeinating Ocala's Startup Community every Wednesday!! A weekly event designed to Connect, Educate, Empower and Inspire our local entrepreneurs. It's about Presenters not Pitches ~~ It's about Connections not Networking. 1MC Ocala is designed to help ...
Hablemos De Negocios (IMPACT Initiative)
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Business & Personal Credit and how to improve them. Whether you're starting a new business or refining an existing one, this session will empower you to take the first step toward achieving your entrepreneurial goals. Join us and set the stage for ...
BUSINESS AFTER HOURS - October 2025
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
A community staple for over 3-decades, Business After Hours is the CEP's cornerstone networking event. It's held the 3rd Thursday of each month. Join several hundred fellow CEP partners for casual networking, along with food, beverage, & door ...
1 Million Cups Ocala
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Caffeinating Ocala's Startup Community every Wednesday!! A weekly event designed to Connect, Educate, Empower and Inspire our local entrepreneurs. It's about Presenters not Pitches ~~ It's about Connections not Networking. 1MC Ocala is designed to help ...
Belleview on the Rise - October 2025
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Arrive early so you have plenty of time to enjoy networking over breakfast provided by the Belleview High School culinary program. Breakfast opens at 7:45, presentation begins at 8:30, and you'll be on your way by 9:15a! Big thanks to ...
CEP 101 Partner Orientation
8:30 AM - 9:30 AM
Are you a new partner or do you need a refresher on how you can maximize your benefits and services offered by the CEP? Join us on the last Wednesday morning of the month, October 29th. CEP 101 is a complimentary, must-attend orientation for all new ...
1 Million Cups Ocala
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Caffeinating Ocala's Startup Community every Wednesday!! A weekly event designed to Connect, Educate, Empower and Inspire our local entrepreneurs. It's about Presenters not Pitches ~~ It's about Connections not Networking. 1MC Ocala is designed to help ...
Friday Talks - October 2025
8:15 AM - 9:30 AM
Friday Talks, which are sponsored by TD Bank, feature speakers sharing their knowledge on a variety of business education and financial literacy topics. The sessions are held on the last Friday of each month at the CEP in the Douglas P. Cone Boardroom ...
Tuesday Talks - November 2025
8:15 AM - 9:30 AM
Tuesday Talks, sponsored by Rasmussen University, feature CEP Partners sharing their expertise on a variety of business education and personal development topics. Typically held the 1st Tuesday of each month at 8:15am in the CEP Board Room, a light ...
1 Million Cups Ocala
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Caffeinating Ocala's Startup Community every Wednesday!! A weekly event designed to Connect, Educate, Empower and Inspire our local entrepreneurs. It's about Presenters not Pitches ~~ It's about Connections not Networking. 1MC Ocala is designed to help ...
Belleview Business Works
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Belleview Business Works event sponsored by SouthState Bank on September 4, 2025 at the Belleview Community Center from 12:00pm - 1:00pm. Space is limited!
1 Million Cups Ocala
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Caffeinating Ocala's Startup Community every Wednesday!! A weekly event designed to Connect, Educate, Empower and Inspire our local entrepreneurs. It's about Presenters not Pitches ~~ It's about Connections not Networking. 1MC Ocala is designed to help ...
exCEPtional Mornings November 2025
7:30 AM - 9:00 AM
exCEPtional Mornings is held the third Wednesday of each month, exclusively for CEP partners and their guests. Tickets for CEP partners are just $15 per person with advance reservations or $20 at the door. There is a 24-hour cancellation ...
1 Million Cups Ocala
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Caffeinating Ocala's Startup Community every Wednesday!! A weekly event designed to Connect, Educate, Empower and Inspire our local entrepreneurs. It's about Presenters not Pitches ~~ It's about Connections not Networking. 1MC Ocala is designed to help ...
BUSINESS AFTER HOURS - November 2025
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
A community staple for over 3-decades, Business After Hours is the CEP's cornerstone networking event. It's held the 3rd Thursday of each month. Join several hundred fellow CEP partners for casual networking, along with food, beverage, & door ...
1 Million Cups Ocala
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Caffeinating Ocala's Startup Community every Wednesday!! A weekly event designed to Connect, Educate, Empower and Inspire our local entrepreneurs. It's about Presenters not Pitches ~~ It's about Connections not Networking. 1MC Ocala is designed to help ...
Belleview on the Rise - December 2025
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Arrive early so you have plenty of time to enjoy networking over breakfast provided by the Belleview High School culinary program. Breakfast opens at 7:45, presentation begins at 8:30, and you'll be on your way by 9:15a! Big thanks to ...
Tuesday Talks - December 2025
8:15 AM - 9:30 AM
Tuesday Talks, sponsored by Rasmussen University, feature CEP Partners sharing their expertise on a variety of business education and personal development topics. Typically held the 1st Tuesday of each month at 8:15am in the CEP Board Room, a light ...
CEP 101 Partner Orientation
8:30 AM - 9:30 AM
Are you a new partner or do you need a refresher on how you can maximize your benefits and services offered by the CEP? Join us for the last orientation of 2025. Due to the holiday season, this is a combined class for November and December on ...
1 Million Cups Ocala
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Caffeinating Ocala's Startup Community every Wednesday!! A weekly event designed to Connect, Educate, Empower and Inspire our local entrepreneurs. It's about Presenters not Pitches ~~ It's about Connections not Networking. 1MC Ocala is designed to help ...
1 Million Cups Ocala
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Caffeinating Ocala's Startup Community every Wednesday!! A weekly event designed to Connect, Educate, Empower and Inspire our local entrepreneurs. It's about Presenters not Pitches ~~ It's about Connections not Networking. 1MC Ocala is designed to help ...
IMPACT Construction Academy
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Panel discussion, four construction company business owners. What should we not do when bidding on our first contract. Free to attend- Open to all Marion County business owners. For more information: evelyn@ocalacep.com
Friday Talks - December 2025
8:15 AM - 9:30 AM
Friday Talks, which are sponsored by TD Bank, feature speakers sharing their knowledge on a variety of business education and financial literacy topics. The sessions are held on the last Friday of each month at the CEP in the Douglas P. Cone Boardroom ...
exCEPtional Mornings December 2025
7:30 AM - 9:00 AM
exCEPtional Mornings is held the third Wednesday of each month, exclusively for CEP partners and their guests. Tickets for CEP partners are just $15 per person with advance reservations or $20 at the door. There is a 24-hour cancellation ...
1 Million Cups Ocala
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Caffeinating Ocala's Startup Community every Wednesday!! A weekly event designed to Connect, Educate, Empower and Inspire our local entrepreneurs. It's about Presenters not Pitches ~~ It's about Connections not Networking. 1MC Ocala is designed to help ...
Hablemos De Negocios (IMPACT Initiative)
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Graduation Celebration- Networking event. Celebrate your accomplishments and readiness for business success! Free to attend- Open to all business owners in Marion County.
BUSINESS AFTER HOURS - December 2025
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
A community staple for over 3-decades, Business After Hours is the CEP's cornerstone networking event. It's held the 3rd Thursday of each month. Join several hundred fellow CEP partners for casual networking, along with food, beverage, & door ...