Indigenomics SHE creates a leadership forum for Indigenous women in business management, entrepreneurship and economic development.

Agenda times, sessions and speakers are subject to change.

Monday, September 23, 2024
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Registration & Breakfast Networking
 
 
9:00 AM - 9:30 AM
Traditional Welcome and Opening Remarks
Diane Roussin
 
9:30 AM - 9:45 AM
Special Remarks with Minister of Families & Women and Gender Equity, Nahanni Fontaine
Nahanni Fontaine
 
9:45 AM - 10:05 AM
Host Address Keynote "Leading From The Edge"
Carol Anne Hilton
 
10:05 AM - 10:30 AM
Keynote: "A Mindset of Abundance: Being Intentional In Your relationship With Money"
Victoria LaBillois

Together, we will explore the hidden obstacles that can prevent us from thinking big, scaling up and moving forward. 

10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Indigenomics Market + Break
 

Grab a tea or coffee and browse the incredible businesses in the market! 

11:15 AM - 12:00 PM
Indigenous Women Leading the Way In Corporate Reconciliation
Tanya Tourangeau Kara Moss Heather Ranville

Hear from Indigenous women in various industries who are leading and taking integral roles in making positive impacts in communities through their corporate reconciliation work. 

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Lunch
 
 
1:00 PM - 1:45 PM
Breakout Session 2: Empowering Indigenous Women Entrepreneurs to Shine
Natasha Delany

Natasha describes herself and Indigenous women everywhere as being just like a diamond: Only after years of undergoing tremendous pressure within the deep, dark depths of the Earth can we stand confidently in our individual brilliant lights. 

Breakout Session 1: Cultural Revitalization Through Business and Entrepreneurship
Nikki Komaksiutiksak Jessie Pruden Leticia Spence

Hear from Indigenous women who are using business and entrepreneurship to revitalize cultural identity and practice. 

1:50 PM - 2:30 PM
Breakout Session 3: Indigenous Women Entrepreneurs Programs and Supports
Magnolia Perron Jocelyne Fournier Kara Thorvaldson

Hear about programs and services in support of Indigenous women entrepreneurs (IWE)  

Breakout Session 4: Indigenous Retail and Fashion
Andreanne Dandeneau Trisha Pitura

Hear from Indigenous women entrepreneurs on their journey from humble beginnings to creating successful retail/fashion businesses honouring their roots 

2:45 PM - 3:30 PM
Breakout Session 6: Indigenous Entrepreneurial Incubators
Tia Larocque - Graham Amy Jackson

Hear how University of Waterloo is designing incubators for Indigenous entrepreneurs.  

Breakout Session 5: Decolonizing Business
Vanessa Lesperance

By reflecting on tools and perspectives rooted in Indigenous worldview, we offer ideas on ways to decolonize the workplace- which benefits ALL people. Though provoking and engaging, participants will be able to share ways in which they decolonize business. Participants will walk away with ideas that everyone can implement within all levels of their organization.

3:35 PM - 4:15 PM
Growing Future Native Change Makers on Navajo
Holly Patterson Alisha L Murphy

Hear how Change Labs is working with Navajo Nation in creating a community driven entrepreneurial economy. 

4:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Day 1 Closing Remarks
 
 
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Reception sponsored by RBC with special performance by Ila Barker
 
 
Tuesday, September 24, 2024
9:00 AM - 9:10 AM
Day 2 Opening Remarks
Diane Roussin
 
9:10 AM - 9:50 AM
Keynote: "Values Alignment: Digging Deep Through Leadership Challenges"
Laurie Sterritt

We’ve all heard the question, “if you could do it all again, what advice would you give to your younger self?” In this talk, Laurie will share some personal examples and learning lessons that should have, would have, could have, assisted her along the way! As you work through life’s toughest challenges, Laurie will offer guidance on staying true to your values while also standing in your power.

9:55 AM - 10:35 AM
Breakout Session 7: Money Smarts Game with NACCA
Relay Tangie

Learn about Money Smarts – the gamification of financial literacy geared towards teenage Indigenous youth. Developed by NACCA. 

Breakout Session 8: Self Determination and Coaching to Overcome Colonized Responses
JC Steele Shayla Praud

Self-Determination and Coaching to Overcome Colonized Responses: A Guide to Growing Business Opportunities for Professionals in Indigenous Governance. 

10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Indigenomics Market Sponsored by Scotiabank+ Break
 

Grab a tea or coffee and browse the incredible businesses in the market! 

11:10 AM - 12:00 PM
Indigenous Women in Executive Leadership plenary session
Jennifer Ballantyne Tiffany Eckert-Maret Justin Holness Rhonda Forgues
 
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Lunch
 
 
1:00 PM - 3:20 PM
Indigenomics Wealth Dynamics Plenary Session
 

Designed as a strengths-based session focused on a full spectrum of empowering content from financial management education, to reflecting on our current and historical relationship with money, looking at pricing strategies and introducing Indigenous concepts of commerce and wealth.

1:05 PM - 1:40 PM
Indigenomics Wealth Dynamics Session 1: Financial Management Empowerment
Carol Ann Budd Crystal Kelly Lee Spence

Hear from certified financial planners on how to create financial well-being and intergenerational wealth.  

1:45 PM - 2:20 PM
Indigenomics Wealth Dynamics Session 2: Personal Side Of Indigenous Wealth
Shannon Pestun

This meaningful presentation will explore the more personal side of Indigenous wealth and financial realities that we confront. Strength based and trauma informed with the goal to empower – inviting people to ponder and connect to their lived experience. 

2:30 PM - 3:10 PM
Indigenomics Wealth Dynamics Session 3: Pricing Strategies For Products & Services For Indigenous Businesses
Shauna Fontaine Sandra DeLaronde

Many Indigenous entrepreneurs, creatives and service providers struggle with knowing the “right” price for our services, arts and crafts. This panel discussion will highlight various pricing strategies and things to consider.   

3:20 PM - 3:50 PM
Breaking Generational Cycles To Heal Our Lineage
Rachael Hunt
 
3:50 PM - 4:00 PM
Witnessing Speech with Senator Mary Jane McCallum
Mary Jane McCallum
 
4:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Closing Celebration
Anita Stallion Vida Lamour