Indigenous Business Networking Event: Navigating Turbulent Times
This dynamic Light Talk celebrates the innovation and contributions of three Indigenous entrepreneurs who illustrate business resilience.
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Navigating Turbulent Times: Indigenous Innovation and Resilience Across Tourism, Trade, and Technology
Even in turbulent times, Indigenous businesses continue to innovate, adapt and grow. That’s why CCIB’s Tools for Indigenous Business (TIB) team is bringing Indigenous entrepreneurs and business leaders together in Vancouver for an inspiring Indigenous Business Networking Event.
Join us for Navigating Turbulent Times: Indigenous Innovation and Resilience Across Tourism, Trade, and Technology on Tues., Oct. 13, from 4 to 7 p.m. PT at the TELUS Garden Offices, 510 W. Georgia St.
Celebrate the innovation and contributions of three Indigenous entrepreneurs who illustrate business resilience grounded in culture, adaptability, and a community-first mindset.
Hear firsthand how Indigenous businesses across tourism, international trade and technology are navigating economic headwinds, advancing Indigenous opportunity and turning challenges into opportunities for growth.
Through dynamic seven-minute Lightning Talks, Alison Evans, Co-owner of Gulf Island Seaplanes, Anthony Wingham, Co-founder and CEO of Nuez Acres and Ryan St. Germaine, Founder and CEO of Indigenous Tech Circle, will share their real-world experiences and perspectives on succeeding against the odds.
The Lightning Talk will conclude with an interactive Q&A, allowing attendees to ask questions and connect with the speakers.
This event is open to everyone! Please share this event with your network and anyone who would value an evening of Indigenous business connection, insight and inspiration.
Lightning Talk Speakers

Speaker
Alison Evans
Co-founder, Gulf Island Seaplanes

Speaker
Anthony Wingham
President, Métis Nation British Columbia, Co-founder and Chief Operating Officer of Nuez Acres

Speaker
Ryan St. Germaine
Founder and CEO, Indigenous Tech Circle

Master of Ceremonies
Denise Pothier
Chief Operating Officer, CCIB

Moderator
Tracy Morningstar
Manager, Entrepreneurship, CCIB
Event Agenda
4:00 p.m.
Registration begins
Refreshments upon arrival
4:30 p.m.
Welcome, Fashion show, and Opening Remarks
Welcome:
Elder welcome – Elder Deborah Baker, Squamish Nation
Opening Remarks:
Denise Pothier, Chief Operating Officer, CCIB
Jelly Digital Marketing & PR
Telus
4:40 p.m.
Lightning Talk
Lightning Talk with:
Alison Evans, Co-founder, Gulf Island Seaplanes
Anthony Wingham, President, Métis Nation British Columbia, Co-founder and Chief Operating Officer of Nuez Acres
Ryan St. Germaine, Founder and CEO, Indigenous Tech Circle
Interactive Q&A
5:30 p.m.
Networking Resumes
7:00 p.m.
Event Closes
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