Pow Wow Pitch, a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting Indigenous entrepreneurs, is proud to announce the extension of its partnership with Best Buy Canada through 2024. Best Buy’s investment is helping Pow Wow Pitch to support more Indigenous youth worldwide through financing, one-on-one mentorship, and access to necessary technology to jumpstart their businesses.
Wabanaki Maple, a leading producer of barrel-aged maple syrup based on Tobique First Nation, is thrilled to announce its sponsorship of the Tobique Pow Wow Pitch for the first time ever. This partnership marks a significant milestone for Wabanaki Maple and underscores its commitment to supporting Indigenous entrepreneurship and cultural sustainability.
Pow Wow Pitch, a leading non-profit organization dedicated to empowering Indigenous entrepreneurs, proudly announces the renewal of its partnership with the Joint Economic Development Initiative (JEDI) for the second consecutive year. This partnership signifies a commitment to amplifying Indigenous voices and fostering economic growth in New Brunswick’s Indigenous communities.
Pow Wow Pitch, an Indigenous-led non-profit organization that empowers and supports Indigenous entrepreneurs with access to capital, mentorship, training and support, presented in partnership with RBC, Shopify, and Mastercard Canada, announced its new partnership with Tobique Powwow, and local partners Joint Economic Development Initiative (JEDI) and Wabanki Maple, to put the spotlight on Indigenous entrepreneurs in Tobique First Nation, New Brunswick, on July 27, 2024.
Artik, Canada’s premier custom promotional products company has announced its sponsorship of the 2024 Pow Wow Pitch T-Shirts for Volunteers, Mentors, and Judges. This partnership underscores Artik’s commitment to supporting Indigenous entrepreneurship and boosting Indigenous brands and businesses across Canada.
Sunshine Tenasco, Founder of Pow Wow Pitch, advocates for the empowerment of Indigenous entrepreneurs in Canada. With a vision for a thriving future driven by Indigenous entrepreneurship, she emphasizes the importance of preserving cultural heritage and fostering prosperity. Sunshine shares her vision for the future of Indigenous entrepreneurship in Canada and provides a call to action for what must be done to realize this vision. Read the op-ed by Sunshine Tenasco in TheFutureEconomy.ca.
Pow Wow Pitch, a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting Indigenous entrepreneurs, proudly announces its groundbreaking partnership with All Nations Trust Company (ANTCO) as a Co-Presenting Partner of the Kamloopa Pow Wow Pitch, taking place from June 28 to 29, 2024. This marks the first collaboration between the two entities, underscoring ANTCO’s commitment to bolstering Indigenous entrepreneurship and fostering economic growth within Indigenous communities.
Pow Wow Pitch, a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting Indigenous entrepreneurs, is proud to announce the growth of its partnership with Community Futures Development Corporation of Central Interior First Nations (CFDC of CIFN) as a Co-Presenting Partner of the Kamloopa Pow Wow Pitch.
Pow Wow Pitch, an Indigenous-led non-profit organization that empowers and supports Indigenous entrepreneurs with access to capital, mentorship, training and support, presented in partnership with RBC, Shopify, and Mastercard Canada, announced its collaboration with the Kamloopa Powwow Society, with local partners CFDC of CIFN and ANTCO, taking place in Secwepemcúl’ecw Territory, Kamloops, British Columbia on June 28 and 29, 2024.
Pow Wow Pitch, a non-profit organization dedicated to fostering Indigenous entrepreneurship, is thrilled to announce the continuation of its partnership with MINI TIPI to empower emerging Indigenous entrepreneurs at the upcoming Summer Solstice Pow Wow Pitch in June 2024. As alumni of Pow Wow Pitch, the co-founders of MINI TIPI are excited to give back by sponsoring, judging, and mentoring the next generation of Indigenous business leaders.
Pow Wow Pitch, a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting Indigenous entrepreneurs, is proud to announce the extension of its partnership with Invest Ottawa through 2024. Invest Ottawa’s investment is helping Pow Wow Pitch to support Indigenous entrepreneurs in the National Capital Region through bootcamps, programs and mentorship services.
Pow Wow Pitch, an Indigenous-led non-profit organization that empowers and supports Indigenous entrepreneurs with access to capital, mentorship, training and support, presented in partnership with RBC, Shopify, and Mastercard Canada, announced its collaboration with the Summer Solstice Indigenous Festival, with local partners Invest Ottawa and MINI TIPI, taking place on Anishinābeg Algonquin Territory, Ottawa, Ontario on June 22, 2024.
Pow Wow Pitch, a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting Indigenous entrepreneurs, is proud to announce its new partnership with North Forge as a partner of the Manito Ahbee Pow Wow Pitch. North Forge’s investment is providing local Indigenous entrepreneurs with access to project development resources.
Pow Wow Pitch, an Indigenous-led non-profit organization that empowers and supports Indigenous entrepreneurs with access to capital, mentorship, training, and support, presented in partnership with RBC, Shopify, and Mastercard Canada, announces its collaboration with the Manito Ahbee Festival with local partners, IndigPro and North Forge, taking place in Treaty 1 Territory – Winnipeg, Manitoba on May 18, 2024.
Pow Wow Pitch proudly announces the commencement of applications and nominations for the 4th Annual Indigenous Entrepreneur Awards. The awards continue their mission to celebrate excellence and remarkable achievements in Indigenous entrepreneurship, recognizing outstanding Indigenous entrepreneurs and Indigenous-owned businesses across Canada.