Promote Indigenous values. Celebrate Native creativity. Share the journey in re-thinking how economies can work better for all.

Launch a Creative Indigenous Challenge

Native Max Takeover:
Creatives Indigenous Innovation Challenge

Creatives Indigenous by Native Max takes Indigenous Entrepreneurs from the starting line to start-up status and beyond through an array of accelerator programs and more.

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Creatives Indigenous Is A Movement That Aims To

EQUIP

Creative Indigenous Entrepreneurs with the knowledge to build successful businesses

EMPOWER

Creative Indigenous Entrepreneurs on their entrepreneurial journeys with full confidence

ENCOURAGE

financial independence, which allows Creative Indigenous Entrepreneurs to reclaim freedom and build wealth for themselves, families, communities, and nations

Promote Indigenous values. Celebrate Native creativity. Share the journey in re-thinking how economies can work better for all.

Launch a Creative Indigenous Challenge

Promote Indigenous values. Celebrate Native creativity. Share the journey in re-thinking how economies can work better for all.

Launch a Creative Indigenous Challenge

Our Global Clients and Partners

What We Do

Creatives Indigenous by Native Max takes Creative Indigenous Entrepreneurs from the starting line to start-up status and beyond through an array of accelerator programs and more.

How Indigenous Creative Entrepreneurs Benefit

Coaching
1:1 Mentorship
Complimentary Resources
Supportive Community

We’re Disrupting The Status Quo And Putting Indigenous Creativity At The Forefront Of The Creative Business World

9.5 NET PROMOTER SCORE

9 of 10 participants would recommend program to a friend

135+ INDIGENOUS ENTREPRENEURS

“accelerated” across the Southwest USA

93% "VERY CONFIDENT

I can grow my business” after graduating the program

Current Program

Due to the success of the first Creatives Indigenous Innovation Challenge, we are taking over and partnering with Native Max again to host another one with the generous support from the Carl & Marilynn Thoma Foundation. Applications for our Fall Cohort closed on September 23rd.

In the challenge, you’ll work and connect with world-class Native business mentors, collaborate with a cohort of like-minded Native creatives, and engage in an intensive, hands-on program.

The outcome? You’ll get the expertise to:

Hone in on a business idea
Make a sustainable business plan
Launch into new markets (local and worldwide)
Get the perfect pitch to raise financing
Find mission-aligned investors
Connect with a network of like-minded entrepreneurial experts and collaborator

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This course is personally led by Native Max founder Kelly Holmes, and supported by Creative Startups, the only accelerator working globally with creators and creative entrepreneurs.

Creative Indigenous Entrepreneurs who participate in our program can also personalize their learning journeys with coaching, 1:1 mentorships, group Q&A sessions, and more!

Happy Participants

“Not only did I gain new skills to help build the foundation of my small business Underscore Leather, but I also gained a community… a cohort that together we all built throughout the program.”

Sarah Baiz, Owner Of Underscore Leather

Ready to join us?

“Wow!!! Thank you so much @thoma_foundation for putting on this amazing program.”

Monica Ament, Founder Of Monica Ament Interior Design

“This program was absolutely amazing and exactly what I needed to point me in the right direction. Indigenous Creatives Innovation Challenge gave me the confidence to believe in my vision and pursue my goals. It also provided me with all the tools I’ll need for my startup and gave me a deeper understanding of entrepreneurship altogether! I would highly recommend anyone looking for that right first step forward to take this opportunity and join!”

Les Fly, Owner Of Lakota Sunburst

FAQs

Some frequently asked questions about our programs

What If I Don’t Have My Business Idea Yet?

No problem! We work with participating Creative Indigenous Entrepreneurs from the beginning of the journey where they’ll learn the expertise and resources to hone in on a business idea and make a plan.

What If I Already Have My Own Business?

We tailor lessons and assignments for all levels of the entrepreneurial journey. We work with starting entrepreneurs on how to launch themselves into new markets (local and around the world!), raise financing, and find mission-aligned investors and connect themselves to a network of like-minded entrepreneurial experts and collaborators while staying connected to a community of support.

Is There An Age Range For Participants?

Our programs are open to all ages above 18 years of age! We do welcome youth participants, we just require an adult to apply.

What If My Business (Idea Or Startup) Is Different From Anything Else Out There?

We are focused on Indigenous businesses who are often overlooked and underestimated in whatever space or market it is. If you’re great at designing amazing experiences, creating stories that inspire, and connecting humans to what matters most: each other, then we want to work with you.

I’m Interested In Hosting A Program Like This In My Area. How Can This Happen?

Let’s make it happen! Contact us today.

Native Max Takeover:
Creatives Indigenous Innovation Challenge