Native Enterprise Fall Cohorts Program
2024-09-24 18:00 - 2024-11-19 21:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | ID
Virtual Course (Zoom): Tuesdays 9/24-11/19, 6-9pm
In Person Course (Vancouver): Wednesdays 9/25-11/20, 6-9pm
Are you interested in starting your own business but want a roadmap? Have you started your business and need some assistance? Do you feel that you started your business but missed a few steps? The Northwest Native Chamber is hosting our Native Enterprise Program and registration is now open!
This course is led by Native entrepreneurs and is designed to offer invaluable insights into the intricacies of launching and/or sustaining a business as a Native entrepreneur. Our program is composed of eight dynamic modules, each rooted in personal narratives and captivating stories told by successful Native business owners. The 9th week is for graduation, where you will provide a short presentation of your business!

To Register:

Register Here!

Fill out the NWNC Intake

NAFOA's Career Basics for Native Youth and Young Professionals
2024-10-14 - 2025-06-30
Flexible Learning, Join Anytime Now through June 30, 2025
You can join Career Basics at any point during the program dates, making it easy to fit your learning into your schedule. Study at your own pace and revisit lessons as needed, so you can fully absorb each topic at a speed that works best for you.

The NAFOA Institute Career Basics is a free online career readiness and personal finance program designed for Native American youth and young professionals ages 18-27. The program provides opportunities for participants to improve career readiness, and personal finance skills, and advance their understanding of issues impacting tribal economies.
Career Basics is designed to be most helpful for:

Undergraduate students in their Junior and Senior years;
Recent college graduates;
Early career professionals (0-2 years experience);
Young professionals looking to pivot careers.

What You’ll Learn:

Crafting your personal narrative
Creating a budget and introduction to personal finance
Creating a resume and cover letter
Interview preparation
Intro to career pathways in economics and finance
And more!

For more information, visit www.nafoa.org/careerbasics

Empowering Native Artists: Professional Development Training by First People’s Fund
2024-10-15 - 2024-10-16
First People’s Fund presents a two-day Native Artist Professional Development Training designed to equip artists at any stage of entrepreneurship with the knowledge, tools, and confidence to thrive in their professional careers. This values-based program recognizes the business of art and expression as a form of cultural leadership, guiding artists to realize their vision of success. Registration Required.
Meet the Trainers:
Roxanne Best (Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation) – A portrait photographer, yoga instructor, small business consultant, and trainer with a diverse educational background, including a Bachelor of Science in Sports Management and a 200RYT Yoga Certification.
Leslie Deer (Muscogee) – A contemporary cultural attire designer who uses traditional applique techniques. Inspired by her mother, Leslie is committed to creating high-quality garments that can be passed down through generations, weaving new stories and experiences.

The Indigenous Film Industry & Tourism Webinar
2024-10-15 09:00 - 17:00
The free webinar “The Indigenous Film Industry & Cultural Tourism” aims to explore the intricate connections between Indigenous cinema and the tourism industry. Join us as we discuss how Indigenous filmmakers and actors play a pivotal role in preserving cultural narratives while simultaneously driving interest in cultural tourism.
