Pow Wow Pitch proudly declares the launch of its ninth annual competition, inviting Indigenous entrepreneurs from across Turtle Island to participate. Presented in collaboration with RBC, Shopify, and Mastercard Canada, the competition boasts over $100,000 in cash prizes.
Pow Wow Pitch, North America’s leading initiative and non-profit organization dedicated to supporting emerging Indigenous entrepreneurs, is thrilled to announce the continuation of its partnership with Export Development Canada (EDC) for the fourth consecutive year. EDC, committed to fostering Indigenous entrepreneurship, will join Pow Wow Pitch as a Silver Partner for the 2024 Pow Wow Pitch Program.
Pow Wow Pitch, a grassroots non-profit organization dedicated to empowering Indigenous entrepreneurs across Turtle Island, proudly announces the appointment of Tracy Antoine, the Senior Director of Indigenous Programs & Policies at RBC, to its esteemed Advisory Council. With her extensive experience and commitment to advancing Indigenous businesses, Tracy will play a crucial role in guiding Pow Wow Pitch’s mission.
Pow Wow Pitch, the leading non-profit organization dedicated to supporting emerging Indigenous entrepreneurs, proudly announces the extension of its partnership with RBC for the fifth consecutive year. RBC, a global financial institution committed to driving positive social and economic change, will continue its support as a Co-Presenting Partner for the 2024 Pow Wow Pitch Program, furthering its dedication to empowering Indigenous communities globally.
Pow Wow Pitch, an Indigenous-led non-profit organization that empowers and supports Indigenous entrepreneurs, announced the selection of artist Yurak’s work ‘Envisioning Our World,’ as the official art of the 2024 Indigenous Entrepreneur Awards.
CIRA, the not-for-profit behind building a trusted internet in Canada, is proud to announce the extension of its partnership with Pow Wow Pitch, a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting Indigenous entrepreneurs. This collaboration aims to provide Indigenous entrepreneurs with vital digital access, mentorship, and resources to thrive in the online business landscape.
Pow Wow Pitch, the leading non-profit organization dedicated to supporting Indigenous entrepreneurs, proudly announces the expansion of its partnership with Sklar Wilton & Associates. Pow Wow Pitch and Sklar Wilton & Associates are working together to co-create a comprehensive five-year strategy aimed at fostering sustainable Indigenous entrepreneurship through Pow Wow Pitch.
Pow Wow Pitch and the National Aboriginal Capital Corporation Association (NACCA) have solidified their partnership for 2024. This collaboration, now in its second year of a three-year commitment, underscores a joint effort to empower Indigenous business owners across Canada.
Pow Wow Pitch is proud to announce the appointment of Todd Evans, the Mi’kmaw National Lead of Indigenous Exporters at Export Development Canada (EDC), to its esteemed Advisory Council. With his extensive experience and dedication to advancing Indigenous businesses, Todd will play a pivotal role in guiding Pow Wow Pitch’s mission.
On Thursday, February 22, 2024, Pow Wow Pitch announced Chandra LeBlanc, Founder of Forage & Feast, from Natoaganeg First Nation as the first-ever NB Indigenous Tourism Summit Pow Wow Pitch Winner. The First Nation-owned business has won $1,000 for their business and will advance to the 2024 Pow Wow Pitch Semi-Finals.
Pow Wow Pitch presented in partnership with RBC, Shopify, and Mastercard, announced its new collaboration with the NB Indigenous Tourism Summit taking place in Fredericton, New Brunswick on Thursday, February 22, 2024 at the Delta Fredericton Hotel.
Pow Wow Pitch announces the appointment of its inaugural Board of Directors. The formation of this esteemed board marks a significant milestone in Pow Wow Pitch’s journey to support and fund early-stage Indigenous entrepreneurs across Turtle Island.
Pow Wow Pitch proudly announces the appointment of Naomi Sarazin as its inaugural Executive Director. With her deep-rooted commitment to Indigenous culture, extensive experience in education and non-profit sectors, and a strategic vision for growth and impact, Sarazin is set to lead Pow Wow Pitch into a new era of success.
“Everything is a teaching,” said Eva, “Each step along the way with our longhouse has been a lesson, and each time we rebuild, the longhouse becomes stronger, and so does the community building it. It has been healing.”
Pow Wow Market is an online marketplace that is creating a platform for the Pow Wow Pitch community to grow their online impact. With inspiration from vendor markets at traditional powwows, Pow Wow Market is a place for Indigenous brands to shine and reach new audiences with the support of the Pow Wow Pitch community.