How It Works

Buy Your Ticket: Purchase your ticket for the Pathways Conference.
Reserve Your Spot: After purchasing your ticket, email us at info@pathwayscon.com to sign up for the Business Pitch Competition. Only 50 participants will be accepted.
Pitch in 90 Seconds: On the day of the conference, present your business idea, startup, or innovative concept to a panel of judges and fellow delegates.
Compete for Cash Prizes: Winners will be selected and announced during the conference.

No slides or props needed — just your voice and your idea.

Meet The Judges

Our panel of Indigenous business leaders and community supporters will select the winners.

Michelle Cameron

CEO/Owner

Michelle Cameron, a Peguis First Nation member and mother of five, owns Dreamcatcher Promotions and Indigenous Nations Apparel Company (INAC), the largest Indigenous-owned promotions company in Canada. INAC operates stores in Manitoba and Saskatchewan, including the first Indigenous-owned store in CF Polo Park. Michelle serves on various boards, including Manitoba Liquor & Lotteries and the Indigenous Chamber of Commerce, and mentors aspiring entrepreneurs through the SEE Enclave program.

Dreamcatcher Promotions & Indigenous Nations Apparel Company (INAC)

Chief Ted Williams

Chippewas of Rama First Nation

Ted is a First Nation Chief and leader with over 40 years of sales experience. He excelled in the automotive and real estate industries, achieving his goal of building a dream home on a golf course. Ted became a golf professional and entrepreneur, shining in softball and hockey. He also built a $200 million enterprise, generating $500 million yearly as Vice President of HR and Corporate Giving for 5 years.

The Pathways

90-Second Business Pitch Competition

April 30th & May 1st, 2025 RBC Convention Centre 375 York Avenue, Winnipeg, MB

Open exclusively to Indigenous entrepreneurs — pitch your idea or startup in front of a panel of judges and compete for cash prizes.

GET YOUR TICKET

Who Can Participate?

Make sure you purchase a conference ticket.
Open to Indigenous-owned businesses and entrepreneurs
You can pitch individually or as a team
All ideas and stages welcome — from startups to growing businesses

Only 50 spots available — email us at info@pathwayscon.com to sign up for the Business Pitch Competition.

Frequently Asked Questions

No. Startups, early-stage ideas, and established businesses are all welcome — as long as you represent an Indigenous business.
Yes! You can pitch alone or with a team.
That’s okay — this is a supportive space designed to help you practice and gain confidence.
Our judges will look at clarity, potential impact, and how well you present your idea.

Ready to share your idea?

Get your conference ticket today and claim your chance to pitch.

Why Join the Pitch Competition?

Win cash prizes to support your business.
Get your idea heard by business leaders and potential partners.
Build confidence and practice pitching your vision.
Connect with a community of Indigenous entrepreneurs and supporters and potential investors.

Win Cash Prizes

$5,000

1st Prize

$3,500

2nd Prize

$2,500

3rd Prize