Presented by First Nations House

Unlocking Potential: Innovation and Capital for First Nation

This panel convenes global leaders to explore strategies for empowering First Nations and underrepresented entrepreneurs. Discover how cultural knowledge can fuel innovation, how strategic partnerships can unlock opportunities, and how targeted investments can build thriving, sustainable businesses. Gain insights from experts in business and venture capital on overcoming funding barriers and fostering a more inclusive and prosperous economy.

Programming descriptions are generated by participants and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of SXSW.

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Nicole Johnny

Raven Indigenous Capital Partners

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Kent Matla

First Australians Capital

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Paula Taylor

First Nations X

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Eli Velasquez

Investors of Colour

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About
Format: Panel
Type: Session
Track: Tech Industry
Level: Advanced