Indigenous Business Con

*Details are subject to change*

Sunday, October 8th
6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. | WIEDC Reception
Monday, October 9th
7:30 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. | Registration & Breakfast

9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. | Artisan Marketplace Opens

9:00 a.m. – 9:45 a.m. | Welcome from WIEDC and CDFI Leadership

10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. | Breakout Sessions & WIEDC Biz Pitches

12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. | Lunch & WIEDC Biz Pitch Contest Awards

1:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. | Breakout Sessions

6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. | IBC Evening Reception
Tuesday, October 10th
7:30 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. | Registration & Breakfast

9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. | General Session 1

10:15 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. | Breakout Sessions

1:00 p.m. – 1:45 p.m. | ICIA – Exploring the business case for hemp in Indigenous communities

3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. | Bloody Mary Bar

4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. | Pre-Reception

6:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. | IBC Gala
Wednesday, October 11th
7:30 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. | Registration & Breakfast

9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. | General Session 2

10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. | Breakout Sessions

12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. | Lunch

Where should I start when I arrive at the conference?
The first thing you’ll need to do is check in at the registration desk. Registration is open from 4:00p.m to 5:00 p.m. on Sunday, October 8. Registration will be open from 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday, October 10.

At registration, you’ll receive a name badge and lanyard, which allow access to all conference events, a conference program, drink tickets, and casino voucher.
What is the attire for the event?
Throughout the conference you are welcome to dress casual or business casual. However, the dress code for the Tuesday event gala is black tie optional or creative indigenous attire.
How many people do you anticipate will be in attendance?
We are expecting between 200-300 people.
Are meals included with my registration?
The conference will provide daily breakfasts and coffee/beverages throughout the conference. In addition, lunches will be provided. The welcome reception will offer a cash bar and hors d’oeuvres. The pre-reception gala will offer a cash bar and hors d’oeuvres and at the gala there will also be a cash bar and plated dinner and dessert.
I have a food allergy or special dietary restrictions. Are you able to accomodate?
You are able to provide this information when you register, but if you’ve already registered, please email our team at contact@indigenousbusinessgroup.org and we will do our best to accommodate.
Is there a discount for the hotel?
Yes, there are a block of rooms reserved at Potawatomi Hotel & Casino. Room rate and coupon code to come. Click HERE to take advantage of this discounted rate.
What if I am unable to attend the event, but I've already purchased a ticket?
You are welcome to contact our team at contact@indigenousbusinessgroup.com and we will see if a refund is possible. Refunds are not guaranteed.
Additional questions?
You can contact our team at contact@indigenousbusinessgroup.org or call 877-494-0515.

October 8 - 11, 2023

Potawatomi Hotel & Casino | Milwaukee, WI

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