We offer indigenous entrepreneurs unique opportunities to learn while surrounded by a community of support. Connect with a network of peers and build lasting relationships with fellow entrepreneurs.
Startup coaches share their time, wisdom, and connections to help entrepreneurs build successful businesses and avoid common mistakes. 20Fathoms offers specialized coaching for Native American entrepreneurs with Shiloh Slomsky, Director of Indigenous Relations & Programs.
The Business & Marketing Essentials program supports indigenous entrepreneurs in building a solid foundation to form and grow business ideas. In this 3-day bootcamp program brought to you by 20Fathoms and New Mexico Community Capital, you will gain the tools to effectively conceptualize, plan, and implement your business ideas and financial goals.
This 3-day bootcamp includes approximately 15-18 hours of education, mentorship, reflection, homework, and community feasting and include:
At the end of the program, you will know what is needed to grow your business and financial success. Along the way, you will also be introduced to helpful community resources and technology solutions.
Throughout the course, we will smudge, feast, face our business fears, overcome, learn from each other, and build each other up to be successful… each in our own way. The Business & Marketing Essentials program is led by indigenous teachers and mentors.
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A pitch competition exclusively featuring Native American entrepreneurs as pitch presenters and expo vendors.
More information on the 2026 IndigiPitch coming soon!
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Applicants to IndigiPitch should have a business that is already established, but anyone with an idea is welcome to attend coaching or apply to the Business & Marketing Essentials program!
No, we serve indigenous entrepreneurs across the state! Coaching is offered virtually. The Indigenous Business & Marketing Essentials program has been offered in person in Traverse City in the past; details for 2026 are TBD.
Programs are currently available at no cost thanks to grant funding.
