Set to support more than 2,500 Indigenous entrepreneurs in 2023 with mentorship, funding, training, marketing and a safe and trusted community of support, MNP’s investment is helping Pow Wow Pitch to scale its virtual programs, re-enter communities with on-the-ground support across Canada and scale its programming to support Indigenous entrepreneurs in the United States and New Zealand.

This year, MNP will support Pow Wow Pitch as a Community-Level Sponsor and engage its employees in supporting Indigenous entrepreneurs with 80 hours of in-kind services to help them advance significant business, strategic and financial planning goals.

“Since launching our partnership with MNP two years ago, we have seen a real impact in the strategic growth and the opening of new opportunities for those who have benefited from MNP pro-bono services,” said Sunshine Tenasco, the Founder of Pow Wow Pitch. “As Indigenous-led businesses grow, they need expert support that understands their unique needs and opportunities, and that’s why we are proud to continue  growing our support for our Finalists and Award winning entrepreneurs in partnership with  MNP.”

“We are proud to work alongside Pow Wow Pitch to celebrate the hard work and talent of the Indigenous entrepreneurship community,” says Clayton Norris, Vice-President of Indigenous Services at MNP. “Indigenous entrepreneurs have the power to transform industries — and we are inspired by their ability to weave an uncompromising focus on sustainability, inclusivity, and immersive brand storytelling into exceptional business plans.”

To learn more about the partnership between Pow Wow Pitch and MNP, visit https://www.powwowpitch.org/MNP.

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About Pow Wow Pitch 

Pow Wow Pitch is an entrepreneurship program for emerging Indigenous entrepreneurs, which provides a safe, supportive, collaborative, empowering and culturally supportive environment that addresses the unique challenges of Indigenous entrepreneurs and aspiring Indigenous entrepreneurs. Pow Wow Pitch enhances, develops, and accelerates the growth for current and aspiring Indigenous entrepreneurs in a sustainable way through programs and resources. In addition, community leadership through volunteerism is promoted to reflect respect and reciprocity as the foundation of the Pow Wow Pitch. For more information, visit https://www.powwowpitch.org/.

About MNP 

MNP is one of the largest national accounting and business consulting firms in Canada, providing client-focused accounting, taxation, and consulting advice. National in scope and local in focus, MNP has proudly served First Nation, Métis, and Inuit communities for more than 40 years. With more than 300 dedicated professionals serving this unique client group, MNP has developed a diverse suite of services designed to support our clients’ path to success. 

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Today, Pow Wow Pitch, North America’s premier pitch competition and non-profit organization supporting emerging Indigenous entrepreneurs, announced a partnership with MNP for its 2022 Pow Wow Pitch Program. 

Set to support more than 2,500 Indigenous entrepreneurs in 2022 with mentorship, funding, training, marketing and a safe and trusted community of support, MNP’s investment is helping Pow Wow Pitch scale its virtual programs and re-enter communities with on-the-ground support across Canada.

This year, MNP will support Pow Wow Pitch as a Community-Level Sponsor and engage its employees as mentors for Pow Wow Pitch entrepreneurs virtually and on the ground at pow wows across Canada. In addition, this year, MNP will support Pow Wow Pitch Finalists with 8-hours of in-kind services each to help them advance significant business, strategic and financial planning goals.

“We are delighted to partner with MNP to support Indigenous entrepreneurs through hands-on projects that can help them get where they want to go faster,” said Sunshine Tenasco, the Founder of Pow Wow Pitch. “MNP’s focused and dedicated support of Pow Wow Pitch Finalists will bring an inflection point for their businesses.” 

“We are proud to work alongside Pow Wow Pitch to celebrate Indigenous innovators and business builders,” said Clayton Norris, Vice-President of Indigenous Services at MNP. “Entrepreneurship is one of MNP’s most cherished core values — and, given our firm’s more than 30-year commitment to supporting First Nation, Métis, and Inuit communities, it’s hard to think many partners could be more aligned on a common mission.”

About Pow Wow Pitch 

Pow Wow Pitch is an entrepreneurship program for emerging Indigenous entrepreneurs, which provides a safe, supportive, collaborative, empowering and culturally supportive environment that addresses the unique challenges of Indigenous entrepreneurs and aspiring Indigenous entrepreneurs. Pow Wow Pitch enhances, develops and accelerates the growth for current and aspiring Indigenous entrepreneurs in a sustainable way through programs and resources. In addition, community leadership through volunteerism is promoted to reflect respect and reciprocity as the foundation of the Pow Wow Pitch. For more information, visit www.powwowpitch.org/.

About MNP 

MNP is a leading national accounting, tax and business consulting firm to more than 250 Indigenous nations and individuals in Canada. We have invested more time and resources into understanding our Indigenous clients than any other firm. With more than 300 dedicated professionals serving this unique client group, MNP has developed a diverse suite of services designed to support our client’s path to success.

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Today, Pow Wow Pitch, a non-profit organization supporting Indigenous entrepreneurs to start and grow thriving businesses, announced MNP is jumping in as a Collaborating Partner to give Indigenous-owned businesses in the Pow Wow Pitch network a big boost.

MNP is a leading national accounting, tax and business consulting firm in Canada, with a long history of supporting Indigenous-own businesses, communities and organizations.

As part of the Partnership, MNP will provide the 2021 Pow Wow Pitch Winner and the Winners of the Indigenous Entrepreneur Awards with in-kind services, including accounting tax, market research, sales support, operational planning and long-term strategic and business planning. 

“Indigenous entrepreneurs are growing high-impact businesses that are creating jobs and impacting our communities,” said Sunshine Tenasco, Founder of Pow Wow Pitch and an Annishnebeg entrepreneur and author from the Kitigan Zibi First Nation. “With MNP’s support, we are proud to have the opportunity to provide this year’s Winners with access to world-class expertise to further their impact and success.”

The Winner of Pow Wow Pitch will be announced on October 20th and the Winners of the Awards will be announced during a digital gala on November 4th. 

“Diversity, inclusion, and entrepreneurship are three core values at MNP,” says Clayton Norris, Vice-President of Indigenous Services. “We truly believe a great business idea — and the commitment to make it a reality — can transform a life, a community, and even an entire country. Pow Wow Pitch has demonstrated that for the past eight years, and we couldn’t be more excited to now be part of that story.”

About MNP

MNP is one of the largest national accounting and consulting firms in Canada, providing client-focused accounting, taxation and consulting advice. We have invested more time and resources into understanding Indigenous needs than any other firm. With more than 250 indigenous clients and 300 professionals, MNP has developed a diverse suite of services designed to preserve our clients’ interests and position them for success. For more information visit www.mnp.ca  

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