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What's the best business advice you've ever received? We believe that the journey of entrepreneurship is filled with invaluable lessons and insights. Whether it's a golden nugget of wisdom from a mentor, a game-changing strategy from a book, or a hard-earned lesson from personal experience, every piece of advice can make a difference. Share your best business advice with us in the comments below! Your insights could inspire and help fellow Indigenous entrepreneurs in our community. Let’s keep learning and growing together! #NACCACommunity #IndigenousEntrepreneurs #BusinessAdvice #LearnTogether #ShareYourWisdom #IndigenousProsperity

Harnessing social media broadens your audience and reach! Whether you're an Indigenous Entrepreneur or part of an Indigenous Financial Institution (IFI), leveraging these platforms can open new doors and create invaluable connections. Drop a comment or tag someone who inspires you in the Indigenous Business community! #IndigenousProsperity

🌟 Indigenous Success Stories Features 🌟 Discover the inspiring journeys of Indigenous entrepreneurs making a difference in their communities and beyond. From innovation to resilience, these stories showcase the power of Indigenous businesses and their lasting impact. 👉 Watch the full videos on our website: www.nacca.ca #IndigenousProsperity

🌟 Indigenous Success Story Feature 🌟 Join us in celebrating Rob Fordham of Kilrich Building Centres, proud recipient of the Indigenous Community Business Award of Excellence 2023! 🎉 Rob’s achievements highlight the power of community-driven business and the impact of Indigenous leadership in the industry. 👉 Watch Rob’s full story on our website: www.nacca.ca #IndigenousProsperity

🌟 Indigenous Success Story Feature 🌟 Celebrate Indigenous Success Stories of Christa Guenther of Feast Cafe Bistro and Michelle Cameron of Dreamcatcher Promotions! 🎉 Their award-winning journeys, supported by the First People's Economic Growth Fund (IFI), highlight the power of Indigenous entrepreneurship and community impact. 👉 Visit our website to explore their full stories and be inspired by their success: www.nacca.ca #IndigenousProsperity #FirstPeoplesEconomicGrowthFund #SmallBusinessWeek

As Small Business Week 2024 unfolds, we take this opportunity to shine a spotlight on two inspiring success stories of Indigenous entrepreneurs. These trailblazers have not only made waves in their industries but have also showcased the power of Indigenous excellence, resilience, and innovation. Today, we celebrate Melody Kelts and Martin O’Bomsawin, winners of our Indigenous Business Awards, whose journeys inspire others to dream big and pursue their passions. Head to our websites to watch their videos! ⬇️ www.nacca.ca #IndigenousProsperity #SmallBusinessWeek

🌟Celebrating Indigenous Success Stories for Small Business Week🌟 This Small Business Week, we’re spotlighting incredible Indigenous entrepreneurs making a difference! Meet Ron Bonnycastle, owner of Castle Rock Enterprises and winner of the Community-Owned Business Award. His business, backed by Däna Näye Ventures, is a shining example of resilience and leadership in the Yukon. Follow along as we share more inspiring stories throughout the week—each one highlighting the passion, innovation, and cultural values driving Indigenous businesses and prosperity coast to coast to coast. Watch Ron’s story below on our website ⬇️ https://lnkd.in/g2xsMJQm #IndigenousProsperity #SmallBusinessWeek

✨ October 20th - 26th is Small Business Week!✨ This week, NACCA is celebrating the power of Indigenous success stories! At the heart of Small Business Week are the entrepreneurs whose businesses uplift communities and inspire future leaders. We’re proud to highlight these incredible journeys, starting with past winners of the Indigenous Business Awards. 🏆 Our first feature is Youth Business Award winner, Emilie McKinney, founder of Anishinaabe Bimishimo Corporation. 🎉 With support from FPEGF First Peoples Economic Growth Fund, Emilie’s story reflects the impact of youth-led businesses and the role young entrepreneurs play in building Indigenous prosperity. Explore more success stories throughout the week on our website and social media, and join us in celebrating the resilience, innovation, and leadership of Indigenous businesses. 👉 www.nacca.ca #SmallBusinessWeek #IndigenousProsperity #Entrepreneurship

Building relationships with other entrepreneurs, industry leaders, and community members can open doors to new opportunities and partnerships. Who’s in your network that inspires you? Let us know in the comments! #IndigenousProsperity

NACCA wishes to congratulate Indigenous Financial Institution (IFI) network member Nishnawbe Aski Development Fund (NADF) on another wonderful celebration of Indigenous achievement at its 32nd Annual NADF Awards gala held on October 18th. Special congratulations to the winners of the night: 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗻𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗬𝗲𝗮𝗿: 𝗧𝗮𝗸𝘄𝗮𝘁𝗮 𝗡𝗣𝗟𝗛 𝗗𝗿𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗟𝗶𝗺𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗻𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘁𝘂𝗽 𝗕𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗬𝗲𝗮𝗿: 𝗖𝗿𝗮𝘄𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗱 𝗠𝗲𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗟𝘁𝗱 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗴 𝗘𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗽𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗲𝘂𝗿 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗬𝗲𝗮𝗿: 𝗗𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗻 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗛𝗼𝗽𝗲 𝗪𝗲𝘀𝗹𝗲𝘆, 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝗴𝗹𝗮𝘀𝘀 𝗣𝗹𝘂𝘀 𝗭𝗶𝗲𝗯𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝗦𝗺𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝗕𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗬𝗲𝗮𝗿: 𝗘𝗺𝗶𝗹𝘆-𝗔𝗻𝗻 𝗗𝗲𝘀𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗺𝗽𝘀, 𝗣𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗠𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗼𝘄𝘀 𝗣𝗲𝘁 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗼𝗿𝘁 𝗘𝘅𝗰𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽: 𝗗𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗸 𝗔𝗿𝗰𝗵𝗶𝗯𝗮𝗹𝗱, 𝗗𝗲𝗽𝘂𝘁𝘆 𝗖𝗵𝗶𝗲𝗳 𝗧𝗮𝘆𝗸𝘄𝗮 𝗧𝗮𝗴𝗮𝗺𝗼𝘂 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗕𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗘𝘅𝗰𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲: 𝗡𝗶𝗶𝘄𝗶𝗻 𝗚𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗹 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗻𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽 These success stories are a powerful reminder of the impact Indigenous entrepreneurs and leaders are making on the regional economy, serving as both an inspiration and a testament to their contributions. #IndigenousProsperity Shannin Metatawabin ICD.D **photo courtesy of NADF