Be Part of History: Join First Nations X at the SXSW Launch of First Nations House in Austin, Texas!
Location: Q-Branch - Austin
Be Part of History: Join First Nations X at the SXSW Launch of First Nations House in Austin, Texas!
We’re thrilled to announce an incredible opportunity for visionaries, changemakers, and entrepreneurs to join First Nations X at First Nations House at SXSW 2025 in Austin, Texas.
This landmark event will take place on 7 March 2025 at Q-Branch - Austin, bringing together some of the brightest Indigenous innovators, thought leaders, and cultural custodians from across the globe. First Nations House will be a hub of inspiration, cultural exchange, and groundbreaking ideas.
Gathering of First Nations Women & Sharing of Culture
Location: Gilbert + Tobin: Ground Floor Conference Facilities, Brookfield Place, Tower 2. 123 St Georges Terrace, Perth.
A celebration and sharing of First Nations culture for Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander women and allies. Hosted by Noongar CCI and First Nations X. Dedicated to celebrating Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women, and welcoming guests from across the globe, including First Nations delegations from Canada, America, Aotearoa (New Zealand) and Australia. It will be a space to honor and amplify the voices, achievements, and cultural practices of First Nations women, with a special focus on leadership and business, sharing stories and wisdom in a powerful Yarning Circle. A rich blend of traditional weaving, Indigenous dance, and collaborative arts.
Leveraging Al for Growth Masterclass - Using Al to grow your business
Location: MinterEllison, Level 9, One The Esplanade, Perth.
This event is a dynamic, interactive Masterclass designed to empower First Nations entrepreneurs & business leaders to use artificial intelligence (AI) as a tool for growth, innovation, & resilience. Participants will gain a clear understanding of AI basics & potential applications in areas like marketing, customer service & operations, making these tools accessible for those with no technical background.
First Nations Business Meets Investment Capital - BAIN at First Nations HOUSE
Location: MinterEllison, Level 9, One The Esplanade, Perth.
The First Nations Business Meets Investment Capital event offers an unparalleled opportunity for First Nations entrepreneurs, business leaders, and investors to connect through a structured yet flexible networking event. This "office hours" style event is designed to maximise valuable one-on-one interactions, where emerging and established First Nations businesses can meet with potential investors and mentors from diverse sectors of the investment and finance communities, including First Nations VC firms from the USA and Australia.
First Nations House Summit
Join us for the inaugural First Nations House Summit in Perth, a premier gathering of First Nations leaders from around the globe.
Hosted at Ultimo's Kingsman, (next to Supreme Court Gardens) The summit will spotlight First Nations excellence with themes including Economic Empowerment through Entrepreneurship, Innovation & Digital Inclusion, Culture & Collaboration, and Connection & Celebration.
GRANT FUNDING FOR ENTREPRENEURS
FREE Workshops for First Nations StartUps and Entrepreneurs, plus Allies
Led by experts in startup capital raising, business growth readiness, and venture funding
Tips for accessing State & Federal grant programs
and how these can help secure VC funds in your capital raising journey too.
Delivered by ZOOM so available for all businesses across Western Austarlia
First Nations House Launch & FNX Programmes Update
Join us for a breakfast to hear from the First Nations X Board on programme updates.
Speakers include: Welcome To Country by Whadjuk/Ballardong Noongar Elder, Freda Ogilvie, Hon. Stephen Dawson MLC: Minister for Emergency Services; Innovation and the Digital Economy; Science; Medical Research, Siriana Nair: US Consul General, First Nations X Board: Jahna Cedar, Les Delaforce, Jaynaya Winmar & Paula Taylor
STARTUP & ANGEL VENTURE CAPITAL
FREE Workshops for First Nations StartUps and Entrepreneurs, plus Allies
Led by experts in startup capital raising, business growth readiness, and venture funding
National VCs plus debt and other finance options
Delivered by ZOOM so available for all businesses across Western Austarlia
GROWING YOUR STARTUP BRAND ON A TIGHT BUDGET
FREE Workshops for First Nations StartUps and Entrepreneurs, plus Allies
Led by experts in startup capital raising, business growth readiness, and venture funding
Pragmatic tips to best use digital media, digital channels for those with low budget
Delivered by ZOOM so available for all businesses across Western Australia
INVESTMENT READINESS WORKSHOP
FREE Workshops for First Nations StartUps and Entrepreneurs, plus Allies
Led by experts in startup capital raising, business growth readiness, and venture funding
Understanding Capital Raise Processes, Business Strategy Canvas modelling, Due Diligence Readiness.
Delivered by ZOOM so available for all businesses across Western Australia
WA to USA Market Accelerator: Indigenous Entrepreneurship Mission
APPLICATIONS ARE CLOSED.
EOI Applications Close on 6 February 2024 at 2pm WST
Scholarships from the Department of Jobs, Tourism, Science & Innovation in Western Australia.
Available for 5x First Nations entrepreneurs and innovators with high potential to scale in the US.
Scholarships will have sponsored access to a range of trade activities: Travel and accommodation costs. One SXSW Conference Badge Pre-departure workshops on accessing the USA market. Welcome trade program event On-ground support from First Nations X and the State Government team Networking opportunities to connect with industry in the US.
GLOBAL GOALS BREAKFAST
Event Closed
Connect with visionary speakers & peers who are leading the charge in propelling global progress towards 2030. Speakers include Steve Killelea who was twice nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize, sought after futurist Lisa Andrews and Steve King, the Atlassian Foundation Director of Business Impact, and advocate for the Pledge 1% corporate philanthropy movement and CoFounder of the Jessica King Fellowship.
First NationsX @ West Tech Fest 23: Catalyzing Indigenous Entrepreneurship & Capital Raising
Event Closed
Network with Indigenous founders, owners, investment firms and high growth businesses. Meet global venture capitalists, including Aaron Gershenberg and Terrance Phillips, and engage with and learn from some of the world's most innovative and successful founders. Delivered by First Nations X as a West Tech Fest 2023 satellite event.
Great Southern Aboriginal Leadership Conference 2023
EVENT CLOSED
First Nations X Workshop: Raising Funding for your Business or Social Venture.
The Pilbara Innovation Exchange
EVENT CLOSED
CORE Innovation Hub, unlocking regional business potential in WA, this conference features keynote industry speakers aiming to build the knowledge, skills and industry connections essential to resilient business growth for businesses operating in the Pilbara.
The Hub, Bentley Technology Park.2 Brodie-Hall Dr, Bentley WA 6102, Australia.
“Indigenous Business Opportunities & Capital”
EVENT CLOSED
It is in the innovation and commercialisation stream of the IPSEC conference is on Oct 24th.
But people can attend by registering for the day on the conference website: https://spaceandearthconference.com/
“StartUp Capital Funding”
EVENT CLOSED
Hear from leading startup venture capital firms and investors; investment strategy, what they look for, when and how to apply. Includes tips on planning the investment funding process for your business venture.
First Nations X: Indigenous Business Opportunities
EVENT CLOSED
A Fireside Chat event, part of West Tech Fest, supporting opportunity awareness for Indigenous founders, business owners and emerging leaders.