Legacy Bowes Group: 2017 Demystifying Indigenous Business Conference

Press Release

May 24-25, 2017
RBC Convention Centre
Winnipeg, Manitoba

Last year, we launched a one-of-a-kind conference focusing on bridging the gap between mainstream and Indigenous business. Now, we are returning for another successful event.

You can look forward to a lineup of panels, keynotes, luncheons and networking opportunities with business and community professionals who are interested in gaining knowledge and skills that will put them ahead of their competition in developing cultural competencies to foster growth and economic development with Indigenous individuals, communities and organizations.

Conference topics:

Indigenous Business – Penetrating the Landscape – Panel
We Are All Treaty People…What Does That Mean?
Truth and Reconciliation Recommendations – Update
What Is an Urban Reserve and How Can You Be a Part of It?
Treaties Clarified and How They Are Relevant Today
Indigenous Etiquette – How Not to Offend Your Potential Business Partner So You Both Succeed! – Panel
Ojibway / Cree / Anishinaabe / Oji-Cree / Métis / Mohawk / Saulteaux / Dene – There Really Is a Difference!
Urban Reserves vs. Rural Reserves – Recognizing the Opportunity in Your Own Back Yard
Understanding Indigenous Myths – (No Taxes? Everything is Free?) – Panel
Indigenous Partnerships That Work – True Success Stories – Panel
How Should You Effectively Do Business in the Indigenous Marketplace?
Building a Skilled Workforce to Effectively Incorporate
Indigenous Insight Funding & Grants: Show Me The Money – Dedicated to Indigenous Endeavors