New research dropping soon!
Join our virtual event on Thursday 7 November, 12.30pm-1.30pm AET where we'll launch the new research presented by IBA in partnership with the Australian National University (ANU) Office of the Vice-President, First Nations.
The report outlines important detail from the experiences of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander entrepreneurs through the business lifecycle. It provides insights into the growth of First Nations business sector and identifies where gaps are emerging in the availability of support.
You’ll hear a lively discussion from a panel on the report, business realities, and what still needs to be done. The research is only the beginning!
Panellists
Shane Kennelly, Managing Director, KENNELLY CONSTRUCTIONS
A proud Bundjalung man, Shane is a practical and skilled executive with demonstrated success and experience in leading and building sustainable growth for businesses across the defence, telecommunication, civil, mining, and oil & gas sectors.
Hanina Rind, Principal Lawyer & Founder, YARN LEGAL
A proud Yamatji, Badimaya and Balouchi Muslim woman, Hanina transitioned into law after a successful career in tech. More recently, she set up her own culturally safe and trauma-informed legal practice.
Michelle Jasper, Associate Professor, AUSTRALIAN NATIONAL UNIVERSITY
A proud Māori woman, Michelle was the research lead from ANU on IBA’s Pathways Through Business report. She seeks to develop the intersection of western innovation with traditional and living Indigenous knowledge systems and practice.
Dr Siddharth Shirodkar, Principal Economist, IBA
Siddharth was IBA’s research lead for the Pathways Through Business report. He is passionate about First Nations economic development, having worked in the area since 2015 and completed a PhD in Indigenous entrepreneurship in 2021.
Register now for this free online event: Thursday 7 November, 12.30pm-1.30pm AET.
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The Strong Women Strong Business Lunch & Learn online sessions are back! Join us online for a lunch hour, and hear from inspiring Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women.
The first in the new series is on Thursday 6 June, 12pm AEST - Goal Setting with Natasha Short.
Natasha Short is a descendant of the Jaru people of the Halls Creek community. Natashas work over the past 25 years has been around community development and investment into social change initiatives.
She has past experience in board memberships, and held various leadership roles over the past 20 years, including executive team appointments. In 2018, Natasha launched the business Kimberley Jiyigas (Birds) ‘A Movement of Kimberley Indigenous Women influencing Social Change’ to help create a voice for Indigenous women, promote Indigenous Culture and empower women into business opportunities.
Natasha is the Managing Director of Kimberley Jiyigas and the Club Captain of the Maganda (Tomorrow) Makers initiative where Influencing social change through Indigenous leadership and business development are a focus and passion.
Natasha is committed to Indigenous people succeeding and living purposeful and independent lives and believes that giving people the resources and support they need, can help transform our communities. Kimberley Jiyigas (Birds) and Maganda (Tomorrow) Makers have created an extensive number of strengths-based resources that seek to educate people, resulting in positive impacts within our communities. These valuable resources, and more information can be found on our websites, and can be used freely.
https://kimberleybirds.com.au/
https://magandamakers.business/
Natasha lives in Kununurra, East Kimberley, with her family.
Book your place or find out more via Eventbrite here.
We'll let you know about future Lunch & Learns soon. Watch this space for details!
October is Indigenous Business Month and IBA will host a virtual forum to discuss how businesses are coping during these times.
Our CEO Rajiv Viswanathan will moderate a panel discussion with:
Join us for the forum, ‘Keeping Our Sector Strong – A discussion of the Indigenous business sector in times of economic change’ on Monday 12 Oct from noon to 1pm AEDT.
Places are limited so please register to attend. Once registered, a link to access the forum will be sent ahead of the session.
