2009 MT Indian Business Conference & Workshop

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Tue, August 19, 2008Allison Monroy

Program readies Native American youth to become successful entrepreneurs

By Luella N. Brien- Billings Gazette Staff - August 19, 2008

 

Allison Monroy had a busy summer.

She attended the inaugural First People's Youth Entrepreneurship Camp at the University of Great Falls. The leadership camp is geared toward 13- and 14-year-olds and focused on running a small business.

Allison, 14, met many American Indian business owners, athletes, Gov. Brian Schweitzer and his famed dog, Jag.

"We learned how to be a leader and how to run a business," Allison said. Read More

 

Mon, June 23, 2008

Program readies Native American youth to become successful entrepreneurs

By Joe Dee Black - Tribune Business Editor - June 19, 2008

 

Participants with Governor Brian SchweitzerMatt Walker, 12, would like to own a business one day. He hasn't pinned down what type, but after this week Matt, who will enter eighth grade at East Middle School next fall, will be better equipped to pursue future entrepreneurial efforts.

 

A participant in the inaugural First People's Youth Entrepreneurship Camp at the University of Great Falls, Matt met role models...Read More

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October 1, 2008

The 2009 MT Indian Equity Fund application acceptance period is Oct 1 - Dec 1. Applications are available now.

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September 29, 2008

Turning equity into opportunity: Montana fund helps Native entrepreneurs enter the financial mainstream A new small business funding program from the State of Montana is designed to address the severe shortage of equity among entrepreneurs in Indian Country.

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