Pow Wow Pitch, a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting Indigenous entrepreneurs, is proud to announce the continuation of its partnership with Community Futures Development Corporation of Central Interior First Nations (CFDC of CIFN) as a local partner of the Kamloopa Pow Wow Pitch. CFDC of CIFN is providing local Indigenous entrepreneurs with access to mentorship and resources to bring their ideas to life.
Through its partnership with Pow Wow Pitch, CFDC of CIFN is supporting early stage Indigenous entrepreneurs by providing access to business development tools and connecting them with essential resources, including mentorship and ongoing support to help grown their businesses.
As a local presenting partner of the Kamloopa Pow Wow Pitch, CFDC of CIFN will be present at Kamloopa Powwow, providing a Judge and Mentors to support the Top 10 pitchers with valuable insight and expertise to help strengthen their pitches.
“We’re proud to continue our partnership with Pow Wow Pitch for the fourth consecutive year,” said George Casmir, General Manager of CFDC of CIFN. “This ongoing collaboration reflects our commitment to uplifting Indigenous entrepreneurs by providing them with the tools, resources, funding, and support network they need to launch and grow successful businesses. We’re excited to see and support all the amazing entrepreneurs who will be pitching this year.”
“We are so grateful to have CFDC of CIFN as a long-standing partner and champion of Indigenous entrepreneurship,” said Naomi Sarazin, Executive Director of Pow Wow Pitch. “Their continued commitment over the past four years has made meaningful impact in the lives of Indigenous entrepreneurs in the region. We’re honoured to work alongside CFDC of CIFN’s team to empower entrepreneurs at Kamloopa Powwow and beyond.”
Together Pow Wow Pitch and CFDC of CIFN are fostering a vibrant ecosystem where Indigenous entrepreneurs can thrive. This partnership exemplifies the power of Indigenous-led collaboration in advancing Indigenous entrepreneurship—creating space for Indigenous entrepreneurs to shine, share their stories, and build successful, sustainable businesses.
About Pow Wow Pitch
Pow Wow Pitch is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to supporting and funding early-stage Indigenous entrepreneurs across Turtle Island, with the co-presenting support of Mastercard and RBC. Our vision is to create a world where Indigenous entrepreneurs thrive, feeling supported, safe, and encouraged to develop their ideas and build businesses that create a positive cycle of growth. With a mission to provide resources and mentorship, we empower Indigenous entrepreneurs while amplifying their stories to inspire future generations and foster a more inclusive world.
For more information, visit powwowpitch.org.
About CFDC of CIFN
Community Futures Development Corporation of Central Interior First Nations (CFDC of CIFN) promotes and provides community economic development support services to Indigenous people within the Central Interior of British Columbia. To continue growing and flourishing as a corporation, they strive to uphold the business objectives, maintain program goals, methods, structure and assist with Indigenous Human Resource (in business-related services) and Skill Development, that reflect experience, needs and background of their clients and communities and remain linked to the overall economic, social, political and development of the Indigenous people.
For more information, visit cfdcofcifn.com.