Indigenous Tech Conference
Where Tech Meets Tradition to Shape the Future
This is more than an event; it’s a catalyst for change.
Join us as we bring together Indigenous tech professionals, founders, leaders, and allies from across the ecosystem to amplify Indigenous voices, spark collaboration, and create a lasting impact. Together, we’re shaping a future where Indigenous knowledge and technology intersect to drive innovation, equity, and sustainable growth.
What to Expect
Powerful stories and insights from Indigenous tech leaders
Honest conversations on equity, opportunity, and innovation
Networking across sectors: tech, government, investment, and community
A shared commitment to reconciliation through technology
Who Should Attend
Indigenous Tech Professionals: Connect with peers, mentors, and leaders.
Tech Leaders: Gain insight into Indigenous innovation and build relationships.
Investors & Ecosystem Builders: Discover and support Indigenous-led startups.
Government & Policy Makers: Learn how to advance economic reconciliation.
Why It Matters
Amplify Indigenous voices in the tech sector
Bridge gaps through collaboration and shared learning
Create sustainable opportunities for Indigenous Peoples and communities
Confirmed Speakers
Betsy Fore – Founding Partner and Managing Director of Velveteen Ventures, serial entrepreneur, and advocate for Indigenous technologists through Natives Rising.
Jeff Ward – Founder of Animikii, a technology-driven company supporting Indigenous communities; Vice Chair of APTN.
Althea Wishloff – General Partner at Raven Capital, focusing on seed-stage ventures for Native American and Indigenous founders.
Josh Nilson – Founder of Maskwa Investments and former founder at East Side Games, focused on early-stage Indigenous tech businesses.
Teara Fraser – CEO of Iskwew Air and the first Indigenous woman to establish her own airline, named one of Canada's Top 25 Most Influential Women.
Andy Karesa – Founder of blueBell Village, innovating dementia care for Indigenous communities; currently pursuing a doctorate in Indigenous entrepreneurship.
Vicki Knott – CEO and Co-Founder of CruxOCM, transforming heavy industrial control rooms with automation technology.
Dean Bittner – CTO of RUNWITHIT, AI and programming expert, and pioneer in immersive data environments for space science and energy sector preparedness.
Denis Carignan - A member of the Pasqua First Nation and a seasoned leader in Indigenous program development, known for bridging cultural understanding and advancing Indigenous participation in the tech sector, Denis is the Co-founder and President of PLATO Testing.
Ryan St Germaine – CEO of Indigenous Tech Circle, Executive in Residence, and Investment Committee Member at Raven Indigenous Capital Partners, dedicated to growing the Indigenous Innovation Ecosystem.
More speakers will be announced soon. Stay tuned for updates on additional Indigenous technology leaders who will be sharing their expertise and insights at this groundbreaking event.
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