Online Tłı̨chǫ Community Ideation Workshop - August 25-27, 2020

17 August, 2020

EntrepreNorth is hosting a FREE ONLINE Community Ideation Workshop in partnership with Tłı̨chǫ Government for members between 19 to 35 years of age. Workshop participants will be guided through a design thinking process to develop a business idea using The Multi-Directional Business Compass. The Compass offers an Indigenous-centered perspective for thinking about business, community, and economic impact in a more circular and holistic way. Following the workshop, participants will gain access to online business education content and exercises covered in the workshop. The workshop will wrap up with a fun pitch event and prizes to celebrate and honour everyone's work.

Facilitators: Benjamin Scott, Project Director & Xina Cowan, Community Manager

Who Should Apply

Tłı̨chǫ community members between the ages of 19-35 residing in the Tłı̨chǫ region (including members living in Yellowknife) who have a business idea that they want to explore and develop. Only 10 spots available, so don't wait to apply.

Requirements

Participants must have a computer and internet access. The Tłı̨chǫ Government will offer complimentary hotspot service for those who require it. Participants must be available from 9am - 12pm on August 25, 26 and 27.

Workshop Agenda

Day 1: August 25th (9am - 12pm)
- Welcome & Opening Ceremony
- Introductions
- The Multi-Directional Business Compass Overview
- Starting with Why
- Customer Personas
Day 2: August 26th (9am - 12pm)
- Value Creation Design
- Business Model Mapping
Day 3: August 27th (9am - 12pm)
- Mini Pitch Competition
- Guest Speaker
- Closing Ceremony

Pitch Prizes 

1st - $250 cash prize; 6-month free Shopify subscription; EntrepreNorth social media post feature
2nd - 6-month free Shopify subscription; $50 certificate for EntrepreNorth alumni product
3rd - 6-month free Shopify subscription
All participants get an EntrepreNorth care package and swag!

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