Indigenous Biz Con provides an opportunity for attendees to learn, network, and collaborate to build meaningful partnerships that result in business, all while breaking down barriers to economic development, building community and elevating the voices of Native entrepreneurs. The event features real business operators at the forefront, engaging discussions, a Natives vendors marketplace and much more.
*Details are subject to change*
6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. | WIEDC Reception
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
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
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
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The event will take place at Potawatomi Hotel & Casino, 1721 West Canal Street, Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53233. For reservations, click the following link to book online: https://potawatomihotelandcasino.reztrip.com/ext/promoRate?property=3087&mode=b&pm=true&sr=837099&vr=3 or call 800-PaysBig and provide the following room block code: IND10092023
Potawatomi Hotel & Casino is the Midwest’s premier casino destination for locals and visitors. Located in the Menomonee River Valley, Potawatomi Hotel & Casino is the closest casino for millions of visitors each year from Milwaukee, Southeast Wisconsin and Northern Illinois. For a complete list of the most up-to-date amenities and offerings please visit www.paysbig.com.
Why sponsor this event?
To view the sponsorship packages,click here!
If you’re interested in sponsoring this event in 2023, send us an email at contact@indigenousbusinessgroup.org
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.
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.
We are expecting between 200-300 people.
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.
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.
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.
You are welcome to contact our team at contact@indigenousbusinessgroup.com and we will see if a refund is possible. Refunds are not guaranteed.
You can contact our team at contact@indigenousbusinessgroup.org or call 877-494-0515.
For media inquiries, please contact: contact@indigenousbusinessgroup.org
Press Releases:
Save the Date: October 8-11 Marks Milwaukee’s Second Annual Indigenous Biz Con
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