Who This Programme Is For :

The Nakotah Founding Guild Intensive is designed for founders, creatives and cultural entrepreneurs who are building enterprises with long‑term vision, cultural responsibility and community awareness.

The programme prioritises Indigenous founders who belong to Indigenous communities through ancestry and lived cultural connection, and who are developing initiatives that contribute to the resilience, visibility and economic participation of Indigenous peoples.

This Programme Is Especially Suitable For :

• Indigenous founders building early‑stage or emerging enterprises.

• Creatives and cultural entrepreneurs seeking to transform ideas into sustainable ventures.

• Entrepreneurs looking for high‑level strategic mentoring rather than introductory business training.

• Founders navigating structural barriers in access to mentorship, networks or strategic guidance.

• Individuals committed to building enterprises that respect community, culture and long‑term stewardship.

This Programme May Not Be Suitable For :

• Individuals looking for quick funding without developing long‑term enterprise strategy.

• Applicants who are unable to commit to the full programme schedule.

• Founders seeking purely technical training rather than strategic mentoring.

Commitment Required :

Selected participants are expected to engage fully with the mentoring process, prepare for sessions where required and contribute constructively to the cohort learning environment.

Because places are limited, applicants should apply only if they are ready to commit to the programme and actively develop their enterprise during the intensive.