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Ohpikiwin: Growing Indigenous Entrepreneurship

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https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/ohpikiwin-growing-indigenous-entrepreneurship-tickets-730750693997?aff=oddtdtcreator

 

Welcome to Ohpikiwin: Growing Indigenous Entrepreneurship, a unique event presented by Futurpreneur's Indigenous team in Alberta. This free event is exclusively designed for Indigenous individuals and communities, aimed at fostering entrepreneurship, innovation and collaboration. Join this first-of- its-kind event to empower aspiring Indigenous entrepreneurs across the region. With a strong focus on strengthening knowledge, sharing resources, and building networking opportunities, this promises to be a transformative experience for all participants.

EVENT HIGHLIGHTS :

EMPOWERING FIRESIDE CHAT featuring distinguished Indigenous professionals offering unique insights into the challenges and opportunities specific to Indigenous entrepreneurship.

GAME-CHANGING NETWORKING OPPORTUNITIES for attendees to connect with Indigenous service providers and business leaders sharing a wealth of knowledge, and experience tailored to the needs of Indigenous entrepreneurs.

PITCH YOUR BUSINESS to a panel of Indigenous industry professionals for 2-minutes for a chance to win a $500 Grand Prize, and receive insightful feedback. See the FAQ section for how to apply to pitch.

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Futurpreneur has been fueling the entrepreneurial passions of young business leaders for over two decades. We are the only national, non-profit organization that provides financing, mentoring and support tools to aspiring business owners aged 18-39. Our internationally recognized mentoring program hand matches young entrepreneurs with a business expert from a network of more than 2,600 volunteer mentors.

At Futurpreneur, we support Indigenous entrepreneurs aged 18-39, helping them launch or buy their own business. With up to $60,000 in financing, an expert mentor for up to two years, and access to resources, we’re here to help young entrepreneurs bring their business plan to life.

This event is supported by Accenture and Youth Business International.

 

 

Agenda

12:00 - 14:00

Ohpikiwin Business Credit Workshop

Join the Ohpikiwin: journey to financial empowerment, a 2-hour business credit and planning workshop.

14:30 - 15:00

Event Registration

Check-in to enter your chance to win a door prize.

15:00 - 15:30

Welcome & Event Overview

Learn about business financing, resources and mentorship for Indigenous entrepreneurs.

15:30 - 16:30

Fireside Chat with Special Guests

Join us for a fireside chat with distinguished industry professionals offering unique insights into the challenges and opportunities specific to Indigenous entrepreneurship. Special Guests: • Moirae ...
 

16:30 - 16:45

Ohpikiwin Overview

Unable to attend the Noon Ohpikwin workshop? Join us for a program overview session about our business and credit workshop series for Indigenous entrepreneurs.

16:45 - 17:00

Break

17:00 - 17:30

Networking & Vendors

Build your business network with local professionals who can support your business, and check out some Indigenous vendors selling their merchandise.

17:30 - 18:30

Business Pitches

See Alberta’s up-and-coming Indigenous entrepreneurs pitch their businesses for a cash prize, or participate yourself.

18:30 - 19:30

Appetizers & Deliberation

Grab a bite to eat and get to know some of your new connections while our judging panel of industry professionals calculate their final tallies.

19:30 - 20:30

Pitch Winners & Closing Remarks

Stick around to see if your favourite pitch won, and close out the evening with remarks from the event organizers.