Main Calendar
Recharge Clinic Ribbon Cutting & 10 Year Celebration
8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Ribbon Cutting / Grand Opening - Recharge Clinic 4th location
11th Annual Marion County Youth Business Plan Competition
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
11th Annual Marion County Youth Business Plan Competition, where we encourage the youth to officially join Ocala’s entrepreneurial community by creating a NEW business plan based on their Company Idea here in Marion County FL.
Beautiful Belleview
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Join us for an after-hours event where you can meet city leadership, network with local businesses, and enjoy complimentary food and beverages!
How to Develop Your Three Year Financial Forecast
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
If borrowing money, lenders will demand it. This workshop will show you how to estimate monthly sales and expenses using a free SCORE forecasting template. This workshop will cover the following topics: • How to estimate monthly sales • What ...
Upcycled 3: From Waste to Wonder | April MCA Member's Reception
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Join us for our April 2025 MCA member’s reception on Friday, April 4 from 5-6pm. 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 ...
Starting Your New Business
9:30 AM - 12:30 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 ...
4th Annual Children's Business Fair
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Kids get the chance to own and operate a business for a day. Visit ourheartsalign.org/cbf for more information, sponsorships, and participant reservations.
Tie Dye Workshop with Artify Ocala
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Join Artify Ocala for a Fun and Free workshop where you will learn to create your own Stunning Designs on Fabric using Organic Dyes! This Guided workshop is suitable for all ages (participants under 10 MUST have Direct Adult Supervision ...
Death of a Gangster-1920's Themed Murder Mystery Dinner
4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Death of a Gangster Murder Mystery Dinner Theatre.
Spring SEO Madness
“7 Key Metrics of SEO Success” Gain real insights that you can use TODAY. Special SEO BOT Demo, to discover how to… Learn to avoid mistakes with the B-E-F-O-U-N-D framework.
Crafting Compelling Content: How to Elevate Your Personal Brand
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Your personal brand is your superpower. Learn how to craft engaging content that resonates with your audience, builds trust, and positions you as an authority in your industry. This session will give you actionable tips to amplify your ...
Day 1 of Spring SEO Madness - Lunch Workshop
11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
We break SEO into 7 parts, the B-E-F-O-U-N-D SEO Metrics: B = Build: Establish a strong On-page SEO foundation Day 1 is "All about on-page SEO of your website"
Art-in-Business Porch Party & Open House
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
It’s that time again! Come join us for our next Art-in-Business Porch Party & Open House coming up on Monday, April 7th from 5:30-7:30pm! As always, we will be serving free drinks, food and beautiful, locally made art This Open House ...
Conexión Hispana
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Grupo de networking mensual para socios de CEP que disfrutan haciendo conexiones comerciales en español.
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 ...
Ribbon Cutting for Spires 27 LLC
9:00 AM - 9:30 AM
Ribbon Cutting Ceremony jointly with NCFAA . ( Bus Tour of Ocala. )
Borrowing For Small Business
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
In this workshop we discuss: Why businesses need funds. Where to find funding. How to select the right type of financing. What lenders look for. The borrowing process. How to create your business borrowing profile. Next steps after a financing ...
The Equine Initiative Meeting, presented by Pyranha Animal Health at the farm of internationally renowned Linda Parelli of Happy Horse Happy Life
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Thoroughbred Race Horse 101
THE BUSINESS PLAN - What is it and Why DO I Need One?
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
We will discuss the major reasons for assembling a plan, whether or not you need to obtain financing for your business. We will cover what should be in your plan and how to assemble the information you need using library and other resources. ...
Email Marketing: Turning Clicks into Customers
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Getting started with email marketing can feel overwhelming, especially for small businesses and non-profits with limited resources. But with the right strategy, you can create high-impact campaigns that don’t require huge investments of time or ...
James and the Giant Peach
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
James and the Giant Peach presented by Ocala Civic Theatre
You Hate to Sell But Need More Business
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Few of us want a career as a stereotype selfish sales attitude that takes advantage of customers. The problem is that without sales, you have no business. Attendees will learn a radically different approach that generates great business results ...
James and the Giant Peach
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
James and the Giant Peach presented by Ocala Civic Theatre
James and the Giant Peach
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
James and the Giant Peach presented by Ocala Civic Theatre
Common Pitfalls of Hiring
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Learn how to be known as The Best Employer in town! Whether it's reputation management, overly cumbersome application processes, poorly written job descriptions or treating an interview as some type of interrogation there are MANY ways that ...
exCEPtional Mornings - April 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 ...
Are YOU SBA Ready?
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
If you need funding for your business and can't get on Shark Tank, register for this webinar! You'll learn what steps are required to get approved for and SBA loan. Specifically, you will learn: The importance of a written business plan How to ...
Ribbon Cutting for Meeple Movers Board Game Cafe
4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Ribbon-Cutting & Game Night! Join us for the official ribbon-cutting of Meeple Movers Board Game Cafe with Ocala Metro CEP, followed by an evening of special game demos, prizes, and fun ! After two years of providing a place for ...
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 ...
Tackle Quickbooks Online Basics (QB02)
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Join us to learn how to enter basic transactions including creating invoices, making deposits, recording expenses, bills and checks. We will also talk about how to use bank feeds and set up rules to save you time; and walk through a standard ...
BUSINESS AFTER HOURS - April 2025 with JB Golf Carts
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 ...
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 ...
Smart Scaling: Boost Brand Awareness, Maximize Conversions, and Retain Customers
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Ready to take your business to the next level? Learn the essentials of scalable growth by mastering your customer journey, from brand awareness to customer retention. This webinar focuses on optimizing each stage of your sales funnel, ...
Embracing Technology to Save Time and Maximize Your Return
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Email automation, AI, and personalization are powerful tools that, when combined, can significantly improve the effectiveness and efficiency of email marketing campaigns. Register: ...
Belleview on the Rise
8:00 AM - 9:15 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 ...
Business Strategy: What Lifting Dumbbells and Booking Demos Can Teach You
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Ever feel like marketing is just throwing spaghetti at the wall and seeing what sticks? Well, what if you could swap the guesswork for a game plan? In this lively and insightful webinar, you will be shown how to apply a messaging hypothesis to ...
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 ...
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 ...
Self-Care For the Busy Business Owner
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
"Self Care for the Busy Business Owner" is designed for those who feel like there's no time for self-care amidst juggling work, family, and personal commitments. In this workshop, you’ll discover how simple, intentional self-care doesn’t need ...
Hablemos De Negocios (IMPACT Initiative) Business Plan 101
4:30 PM - 7:00 PM
In Spanish business educational workshop. ¡Únete al Taller para Crear tu Plan de Negocios! ¿Estás comenzando con tu negocio? ¡Hacerlo juntos es más fácil! Te invitamos a participar en nuestro taller práctico, donde te guiaremos paso a ...
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, ...
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, ...
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
OMCF Access To Capital Financial Literacy Cohorts
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
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 3 easy steps: Step 1: One-on-One Business Consultations. We’ll help you ...
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.
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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
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 ...
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 ...
Ribbon Cutting / Grand Opening for Advance Auto Parts
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Grand Opening for new Advance Auto Parts
The Equine Initiative Meeting, presented by Pyranha Animal Health at the Farm of Mary Phelps and Wayne Humphreys
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Equine Meeting and Driving 101
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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
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 ...
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 ...
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 - ...
Lender Matchmaking Cohort
9:00 AM - 1:00 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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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.
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 ...
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
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
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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
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!
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
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
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
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 ...