Main Calendar
SCORE: Hire What You Hate...The Solopreneurs Guide to Their 1st Hire
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Join us today to learn how to make your next hire decision. You will walk away with clarity around the cost and process of your next BEST hire~ 1. Determine your optimal working hours for tackling challenging tasks. 2. Consult individuals who ...
SCORE: Casados con el Negocio: Cómo Dirigir una Empresa Familiar Sin Chocarse en el Cam
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Cómo Dirigir una Empresa Familiar Sin Chocarse en el Camino - Trabajar con la familia puede fortalecer o tensar las relaciones. En esta sesión, exploraremos cómo establecer límites saludables, roles claros y comunicación efectiva para que el ...
SCORE: Marketing for Humans - Algorithm Proof Social Media
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Social media shouldn’t be stressful—and it definitely shouldn’t steal your time. If posting feels like a chore, or your content never seems to lead to real engagement, you’re not alone. Most small business owners are stuck in a cycle of “I ...
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 ...
SCORE: 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 ...
Art of Aging 2025: Lunch & Learn: Planning with Peace of Mind
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Art of Aging 2025 | Lunch & Learn: Planning with Peace of Mind Presented by: Roberts of Ocala Funeral Home & Crematory Date: August 20, 2025 at 11:30 AM (Eastern Time) Location: Brick City Center for the Arts (23 SW Broadway St. Ocala, FL) ...
Ribbon Cutting - Northwest Developers LLC
12:00 PM - 12:30 PM
Join us for our Ribbon Cutting to celebrate our Grand Opening in Ocala. Held at a newly completed property by Northwest Developers LLC!
Networking Event and Ribbon Cutting - Fifth Third Bank
4:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Fifth Third Bank - Ribbon Cutting / Networking Event
SCORE: 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 - ...
Business Office Hours - Process Improvement Services LLC
8:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Drop in anytime to discuss pain points, bottlenecks, or operational challenges in your business. We'll explore engineering-based solutions to help it run more efficiently. Free to attend - coffee and donuts provided!
SCORE: Nonprofit Essentials 101: Your First Year Roadmap
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
Starting a 501(c)(3) nonprofit requires careful planning and execution. This workshop helps new founders and board members understand the essential steps for a successful first year. Learn how to organize your corporate binder, conduct ...
Equine 201, presented by Pyranha Animal Health
1:00 PM - 2:00 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 ...
The Equine Initiative Meeting, presented by Pyranha with Dancin Pete Rodda
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
The best in equine edutainment continues with more Equine Behavior 101 and entertainment with Dancin Pete Rodda
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 ...
Ribbon Cutting: The Joint Chiropractic Ocala One Year Anniversary Celebration
10:00 AM - 7:00 PM
🎉 Ribbon Cutting: The Joint Chiropractic – 1 year Anniversary !
SCORE: Dynamic Duo: Scale and Secure Business Funding
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
Business credit and estate planning are both important for scaling and securing business funding, though they serve different but complementary purposes. Strong business credit demonstrates a company’s ability to manage debt and financial ...
Belleview on the Rise - August 2025
7:45 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 ...
Ribbon Cutting - HCA Florida West Marion Hospital Tower Expansion
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
HCA West Marion expansion - inpatient tower Ribbon Cutting
SCORE: Married to the Hustle: Running a Family Business Without Running Over Each Other
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Running a business with family can be incredibly rewarding—and incredibly challenging. In this session, we’ll talk about the realities of working with the people you love and how to set boundaries, roles, and expectations that protect both your ...
SCORE: Marketing for Humans - Engaging Content that Sells
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Content is everywhere—but not all content converts. From blog posts and email newsletters to podcasting and interviews, today’s most effective marketing strategies revolve around content that connects. In this powerhouse session, Elizabeth ...
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 ...
SCORE: DIY HR: Smart or Scary?
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
If you’re a small business owner or nonprofit leader trying to handle HR on your own, you’re not alone—and you’re not wrong to try. But as your business grows, so do your risks. HR missteps are one of the most common—and costly—mistakes small ...
SCORE: Civility in the Workplace
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
While a training program on workplace manners and courtesy may seem like overkill, the reality is: rudeness is an epidemic costing industries millions a year. Indeed, what society seems to be gaining in terms of knowledge and technological ...
Belleview Business After Hours - August
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Belleview Business After Hours is a premier event where you can build meaningful relationships, exchange ideas, and explore potential collaborations. Whether you're a seasoned CEP partner or just starting out, this event offers an ideal ...
SCORE: 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 ...
SCORE: Cómo crear y aprovechar el poder del crédito empresarial
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Iniciar un negocio requiere dinero, que generalmente proviene de los bolsillos de los propietarios. Pero el uso de tarjetas de crédito personales y préstamos personales para construir un negocio puede ser peligroso, ya que el crédito personal ...
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 ...
SCORE: Funding Your Business
10:00 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 ...
Refuge of Hope IL Family Fun Fest
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Free entry! Come enjoy shopping, food trucks, bounce houses, and more!
Ribbon Cutting: Captain D's Seafood Restaurant
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Ribbon Cutting for Crossroads Portfolio Inc DBA Captain Ds Seafood Restaurant.
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 ...
SCORE: Simplify to Scale: 3 Operational Shifts That Create Freedom in Your Business
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Ready to get out of survival mode? In this masterclass, you’ll discover three powerful operational shifts that free up your time, energy, and focus. I’ll show you how simplifying your systems can actually accelerate your growth—and give you the ...
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 ...
What’s Driving Your Business—Clarity, Legacy, or Exhaustion?
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Whether you’re just starting out or have been running your business for years, the pressures of entrepreneurship don’t simply disappear with experience—they evolve. Many business owners, regardless of tenure, find themselves caught in a cycle ...
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!
SCORE: Understanding Business Loan Proposals
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
Do you have a great idea for a business and the only thing standing in your way is the money to give it some legs? Or, you already own your own business but could use some extra capital to take things to the next level? You have come to the ...
SCORE: Starting Your New Business
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
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 ...
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 ...
SCORE: HOW TO CREATE STAND-OUT SOCIAL MEDIA CONTENT WITHOUT TAKING ALL DAY
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
How do you create Social Media content that stands out in a world where there are floods of AI "resources"? Most are quite obviously AI and have been likened to the digital version of carrying a clearly knock-off designer handbag under the ...
SCORE: How to Protect Your Intellectual Property
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Intellectual property rights can cover a wide array of legal protections entrepreneurs may need to protect their unique products and services, their branding their company’s reputation and other intellectual assets. This webinar will cover the ...
Tuesday Talks - September 2025
8:15 AM - 9:30 AM
Tuesday Talks, sponsored by Cogent Bank, 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 ...
SCORE: Embracing YouTube Framework
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
The presentation’s purpose is to educate and guide individuals on how to effectively utilize YouTube to organically attract and engage their ideal audience. Practical steps such as video generation techniques and using AI tools for editing, you ...
SCORE: Using Reference Solutions to Grow your Small Business
5:30 PM - 7:00 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 ...
SCORE: 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: ...
SCORE: Franchises - An Easier Way to Becoming Your Own Boss
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Owning a franchise is one way to become an entrepreneur. A franchisor provides the planning, brand name and promotional support the franchisee needs to get started. Attend this workshop to see if a franchise is right for you. Have you always ...
SCORE: Adv. Email Marketing: Grow Contact Lists, Personalize Messages & Create Reports
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Email marketing is only as effective as your least engaged subscriber. That’s why having an interested and qualified list of contacts is vital to your business. Continuing to grow that list is just as important. We will give you strategies to ...
SCORE: 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 ...
2nd Annual Taste of the Town
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Fundraising event for Estella Byrd Whitman Community Health Center
SCORE: Proposals: World Class Techniques That Increase Success
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
In most industries, a typical proposal generates a success rate under 25%. A great proposal generally results in close rates exceeding 50%. You’ll learn how to make your proposals much more effective, generating higher margins, superior ...
SCORE: Smart Social Media Marketing with AI: Save Time and Boost Engagement
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Let’s be honest—social media can feel like a full-time job. But what if you could spend less time on it and get better results? That’s exactly what AI can do for you. In this SCORE session, I’ll show you how to use AI-powered tools to create ...
SCORE: 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 ...
SCORE: Offers and Salaries: How to Know If You Are Paying Fairly
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Whether you are making your first hire, or assessing if your employee’s salary is competitive, you may wonder whether the compensation, benefits, and non-monetary incentives of your roles are attracting the right talent. In this workshop, we’ll ...
SCORE: 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 ...
SCORE: Operativos Que Te Dan Libertad
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
¿Te sientes atrapado en las operaciones diarias? En esta clase descubrirás tres cambios estratégicos que te ayudarán a simplificar tu negocio y abrir espacio para escalar de manera más eficiente. Menos caos, más crecimiento. Register: ...
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 ...
SCORE: 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 ...
SCORE: Marketing Your Business
7:00 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, ...
SCORE: The Art of Using Ai for Grant-Writing for Your Nonprofit
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
Writing a winning grant-proposal for your nonprofit organization just got easier! Dive into the innovative world of grant-writing by harnessing the power of Artificial Intelligence (AI). Whether you’re a novice curious about AI or looking to ...
The Equine Initiative Meeting and Equine Education Fundraiser , presented by Pyranha Animal Health at Jumbolair Aviation and Equestrian Estate
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Including a tour of the fantastic aircraft at Jumbolair, a tour and meet and greet with their beautiful horses and a tour of the historic home of Muriel Vanderbilt. This replaces the Equine Meeting for September and is our annual equine education ...
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 ...
Cuando los Bancos Dicen No
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Cuando los bancos dicen no" proporciona una visión general de las fuentes de financiación alternativas a las que los propietarios de pequeñas empresas pueden recurrir cuando los bancos dicen que no (lo que hacen en aproximadamente el 80% de los ...
SCORE: The Business Owner's Guide to E-A-T (Expertise, Authority, Trust)
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Are you building a website for your business or hiring someone to do it? Then this webinar is for you. Join Jennifer DeRosa for a powerful session that breaks down E-E-A-T—Google’s essential framework for content quality—and learn how to use it ...
SCORE: How to Create Snazzy Graphics for Social Media Step-by-Step Demo
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
This workshop will offer step-by-step demos of some tools you can use to create banner images or images for social media or a blog post, presentations, videos, and more. Wordart.com is a word cloud tool Pickochart.com is a tool for infographics ...
Belleview on the Rise - September 2025
7:45 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 ...
SCORE: How to Stay Consistent with Your Content Creation Without Burnout
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Struggling to keep up with content demands to stay consistent without sacrificing quality? This interactive workshop will be a game-changing strategy where you'll learn how to create a content development process that can help you produce more ...
SCORE: Taking your Business From Survival to Scalable in 2025
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the #1 reason for business failure is a lack of capital, cash flow, and funding. In this webinar we will discuss what businesses need to focus on to fix the overlooked details that stop over 80% of ...
SCORE: How to Set a Price for Your Product or Service
5:30 PM - 8:00 PM
This workshop will cover five methods of product pricing with step-by-step instructions on how to implement them. The methods discussed will include: - Value Added Pricing - Cost Plus Pricing - Modified Cost Plus Pricing - Competitive Pricing - ...
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 ...
Ribbon Cutting: Radiant Credit Union One-Year Anniversary
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Radiant CU 1-year Anniversary
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 ...
SCORE: 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 ...
LLCs for Real Estate Investments in FL: Structuring for Success and Protection
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
This webinar, with small business attorney Laurie Lee, will cover the benefits and risks of using LLCs to hold real estate properties in Florida, including liability protection, tax advantages, and how to structure the LLC for multiple ...
SCORE: Zeroing in on Specific Soft Skills for the Workplace
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
In this training I cover communication, teamwork, emotional intelligence, customer service, conflict resolution, respect & civility. It’s created for front-line workers that have to deal with customers and each other every day. Register: ...
Belleview Business After Hours - September
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Belleview Business After Hours is a premier event where you can build meaningful relationships, exchange ideas, and explore potential collaborations. Whether you're a seasoned CEP partner or just starting out, this event offers an ideal ...
SCORE: Is Crowdfunding Right for My Business?
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Crowdfunding is a new source of business funding as well as a way to get pre-sales of your products. This is a new and fast growing area that allows small businesses and average investors to get involved in an area that was previously open only ...
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 ...
SCORE: Managing Your Non-Profit
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Managing a nonprofit organization is different from managing a for-profit operation. While traditional management and administrative skills are required, nonprofit organizations require additional consideration due to engagement of the Board of ...
SCORE: Avoiding HR Pitfalls for Small and Medium Businesses (SMBs)
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
This training is designed to help small and medium sized businesses understand the legal risks associated with human resources and how to mitigate those risks. The training will cover topics such as discrimination, wage and hour laws, wrongful ...
SCORE: When Banks Say No
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
It’s tough for small businesses to get funding. In fact, 80-85% of small business loan requests are denied by banks. So, what’s a small business owner to do when the bank says no? Find alternative funding sources! “When Banks Say No” provides ...
SCORE: Healing Imposter Syndrome for Faster Business Growth
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Ever feel like you’re an imposter in your own business—and it’s only a matter of time before someone finds out you don’t have it all together? You’re not alone. In this impactful webinar, we’ll dive into how imposter syndrome silently holds ...
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 ...
Ocala Fort King Lions Club Casino Night Charity Fundraiser
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Casino Night Charity Fundraiser
Ribbon Cutting for Blessed Magnolia Open House
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Blessed Magnolia Open House & Ribbon Cutting
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 ...
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 ...
Ribbon Cutting for Batterbee Roofing
12:00 PM - 12:30 PM
We’re officially celebrating our membership and new building with the Ocala CEP and would love for you to join us! While Batterbee Roofing has been proudly serving Central Florida for over 30 years, we’re excited to mark this milestone with a formal ...
The Equine Initiative Meeting, presented by Pyranha Animal Health at the Farm of the Flying Gangsters and Cefnoak Bouncer
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
An equine industry festival for horse lovers with Mary Phelps and Wayne Humphreys in Micanopy. Vendors, driving demos, meet the ponies and more!
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 Business After Hours - October
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Belleview Business After Hours is a premier event where you can build meaningful relationships, exchange ideas, and explore potential collaborations. Whether you're a seasoned CEP partner or just starting out, this event offers an ideal ...
Belleview on the Rise - October 2025
7:45 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 ...
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 ...
Wisdom for a World in Transition
Wisdom for a World in Transition October 31 & November 1–2
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!
7th Annual Jeans & Jerseys Tailgate Party
Trinity Catholic High School's 7th Annual Jeans & Jerseys Tailgate Party
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 ...
Stogies & Stooges One Night 3 Acts Comedy Show
6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Date: November 22 Time: 6 PM - 10 PM Stogies & Stooges: One Night, 3 Acts Comedy is your ticket to an unforgettable evening of premium laughs, big personalities, and three standout comedy acts all in one powerhouse show at the beautiful ...
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 - 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 ...
Belleview Business After Hours - December
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Belleview Business After Hours is a premier event where you can build meaningful relationships, exchange ideas, and explore potential collaborations. Whether you're a seasoned CEP partner or just starting out, this event offers an ideal ...
Belleview on the Rise - December 2025
7:45 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 ...
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 ...
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.
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 ...
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 ...