Indigenous SME podcast
Welcome to our Indigenous SME Podcasts page, a dedicated platform celebrating the ingenuity and spirit of Canadian Indigenous Entrepreneurs.
Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) hold a critical role within Canada’s Indigenous communities. They are not just businesses – they are testaments to resilience, innovative thinking, and the successful union of traditional Indigenous knowledge with contemporary business practices.
Our curated selection of podcasts provides a dynamic space to learn, grow, and connect. Hear from trailblazing Indigenous entrepreneurs as they navigate the complexities of business in the Canadian landscape. Listen to their stories of triumph, their struggles, their strategies, and how they contribute to the economic and social fabric of their communities.
Whether you’re an aspiring Indigenous entrepreneur seeking guidance, or someone keen to understand and appreciate the richness of Indigenous entrepreneurship, these podcasts serve as an invaluable resource. Unearth the nuances, acknowledge the challenges, and celebrate the successes of Canadian Indigenous entrepreneurship with us.
Together, let’s honor the voices of the present, learn from the wisdom of the past, and build towards a future of greater inclusivity and prosperity.
Key Insights on Digital Marketing
The digital marketing landscape is changing rapidly, and many challenges exist for businesses that want to succeed in this environment. How do we know traditional advertising methods can represent indigenous-owned businesses?
To learn more about this, we had the chance to speak to Darian Kovacs, the Indigenous founder of Vancouver-based SEO company Jelly Digital Marketing & PR and digital marketing school Jelly Academy. He brings 15 years of marketing experience, a passion for education, and creativity. He hosts the podcast Marketing News Canada and is a board member with NPower Canada.
Discussing Indigenous Entrepreneurship with Steven Vanloffeld
Many organizations are working hard to develop partnerships with Indigenous communities. These endeavours help make sure that the services offered will be culturally sensitive, which is critical for those who want their experience of care and treatment within these facilities or programs not just to reflect them but also to provide representation from all walks of life in one place at any given time!
Shopify and Indigenous SMEs: Overcoming Challenges, Unlocking Opportunities
Indigenous businesses have been an integral part of the Canadian economy for centuries, and with the rise of eCommerce, they are now finding new opportunities to connect with customers and grow their businesses online.
How BDC and Jelly Academy Educating and Upskilling Indigenous Students
Inclusion and diversity in the marketplace is so important these days to businesses and brands who work in the Digital Marketing field. It’s time we start the conversation and help bring awareness about Indigenous students fighting to get the same opportunities to advance their skills and knowledge in this new economy.
Digital Tools for Indigenous SMBs to Revolutionize
Canada’s Indigenous small businesses face specific challenges in today’s economy. With all businesses preparing their year-end filings, the unique legal and tax implications that Indigenous small businesses encounter make the process even more complex.
Michaelee Lazore Discusses Successful Indigenous Entrepreneurship.
Canada’s Indigenous business sector is making a powerful statement in the nation’s commercial market, proving that their creative ideas and innovative approach can make an incredible impact.
Discussing Indigenous Entrepreneurship with Holly Atjecoutay
The Indigenous Entrepreneur Startup Program is one of several startup programs offered by Futurpreneur. It was established to provide tailored support and programming for Indigenous entrepreneurs across Canada.
Indigenous Business chat with Susan Anzolin
Indigenous peoples can increase their ability to access funds for investment purposes, especially when it comes to owning businesses, starting new businesses, or producing art. But the question is how?