Empowering Indigenous Entrepreneurs Through E-Commerce

Empowering Indigenous Entrepreneurs Through E-Commerce

Kyle St-Amour Brennan’s work as the program lead of Build Native Indigenous Entrepreneurs at Shopify is making a real difference in the world of Indigenous entrepreneurship. His work with the Pow Wow Pitch Podcast is just one example of his commitment to promoting greater economic diversity and inclusivity, and is an inspiration to entrepreneurs everywhere. Said best by Kyle himself, “It’s all part of building a circular economy and building that impact.”

Best Buy and Pow Wow Pitch Launch Tech 4 Youth for a Second Year

Best Buy and Pow Wow Pitch Launch Tech 4 Youth for a Second Year

“We are excited to once again support Pow Wow Pitch by providing technology, mentorship, and funding for Indigenous youth as they prepare to be future entrepreneurs,” said Jen Knight, Social Impact Manager, Best Buy Canada. “Last year our employees had such a meaningful experience mentoring these young entrepreneurs, and we’re proud to continue helping to amplify the amazing work being done by Pow Wow Pitch across Canada.”

Sklar Wilton & Associates Continues Partnership with Pow Wow Pitch to Support Indigenous Entrepreneurs

Sklar Wilton & Associates Continues Partnership with Pow Wow Pitch to Support Indigenous Entrepreneurs

“We are honoured to continue our partnership with Pow Wow Pitch – an organization that works tirelessly to support Indigenous entrepreneurs” said Jennifer Marley, Partner at Sklar Wilton & Associates. “We have been so impressed with the program and the work these entrepreneurs have done over the past two years and can’t wait to see what this year’s finalists will accomplish.”

Tara Hall, The Indigenous Kitchen, wins 2023 Manito Ahbee Pow Wow Pitch

Tara Hall, The Indigenous Kitchen, wins 2023 Manito Ahbee Pow Wow Pitch

“Doing this Pow Wow Pitch was amazing,” said First-Place Winner Tara Hall, Founder of The Indigenous Kitchen. “It was my first try, so I want to say ‘Give it a try and it was worth a shot.’” Tara shares her advice to other entrepreneurs, “Somebody said that the worst case scenario was that someone was going to say ‘No’ to me but to just keep on trying, so that’s what I did.”