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Difference Makers 2.0 is a new yearlong sponsored series that highlights how Native community development financial institutions (CDFIs) work alongside their small business clients to accelerate change and create economic opportunities in Native communities. Join the Native CDFI Network and Tribal Business News as they shine a spotlight on the people accelerating economic change in Indian Country. Tune in to Difference Makers 2.0 on the leading podcast channels!
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The team of Wild for the Nations has in-depth conversations about the projects, the journey, and the behind-the-scenes stories that you shouldn't miss. This podcast is part of the work that we do at Wildforthenations.com
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SINK OR SWIM | How a Native Cosmetologist Went From Student to Salon Owner with Help from Sequoyah Fund, Inc.
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In 2008, the salon where Julie Painter worked at while she was a student in cosmetology school was about to shut down because the owner was leaving to work in education. Painter's options were to work at a different salon two hours away in Asheville, N.C. — or buy the Visage Salon where she worked and become a business owner. "There were two option…
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WÓYUTE | Four Bands Community Fund Incubates Traditional Grocer
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In Eagle Butte, S.D., on the Cheyenne River Lakota Reservation, tribal citizens can find high-quality traditional foods, such as bison and wild rice, at Wóyute Natural Foods & Apothecary. For owner Donita Fischer (Cheyenne River Lakota), the business she launched in 2023 is a testament to food sovereignty and a commitment to her community. “Access …
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INITIATING CHANGE: Wells Fargo and Native CDFI Network Partner to Bolster Economic Development for Native Americans in California, Nevada
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Despite a Native American population of nearly 800,000, California and Nevada have only one certified Native CDFI. The Native CDFI Network and Wells Fargo are launching a year-long initiative to change that.By Host: Elyse Wild | Producers: Native CDFI Network, Tribal Business News
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HARVESTING TRADITION | How Four Directions Development Corporation Helped Mi’kmaq Nation Expand a Fishery into an Enterprise
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Polluted waters once limited the Mi’kmaq Nation's access to brook trout. A new fish hatchery and expansion, supported by Four Directions, a Native CDFI, boosts subsistence and economic development.By Host: Elyse Wild | Producers: Native CDFI Network, Tribal Business News
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TRADITIONAL FOODS, MODERN BUSINESS | Nixyaawii Community Financial Services Prepares Iniim Coffee Shop for Success
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Nixyaawii Community Financial Services helped Umatilla Citizen Sadie Mildenberger turn her dream of owning a business that serves innovative dishes with traditional ingredients into a reality.By Host: Elyse Wild | Producers: Native CDFI Network, Tribal Business News
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FROM THE GROUND UP: Native CDFI Chi-Ishobak Helps Great Lakes Flooring Specialists Lay Foundation for Growth
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Nine years ago, Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians citizen Wayne Roberts had an opportunity to turn his decades-long experience in commercial flooring into a business. Discover how Native CDFI Chi-Ishobak helped Roberts with lending and mentorship to scale that opportunity into Great Lakes Flooring Specialists, a thriving family company ser…
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A RECIPE FOR SUCCESS: How NACDC Financial Services Helped Big Sky Cafe Serve Up Success
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Discover how Gary and Sue Raccine's journey from a rejected loan to thriving entrepreneurship was fueled by NACDC Financial Services, a Native CDFI empowering Native American business owners in Montana. Read the story on Tribal Business News. Learn more about Native CDFIs.By Elyse Wild
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TRAILER: How Native CDFIs are helping small businesses transform Native communities
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Native-owned small businesses can make a big impact in tribal communities. But to do that, they need capital, technical assistance, community support, and even some mentoring from time to time. That’s what we’re going to talk about this season on Difference Makers 2.0 — a new podcast that highlights how Native CDFIs work alongside their small busin…
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Special Episode | Interview with Arab Christian Pastor in Israel
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This episode features Pastors Nizar and Katy Tuoma, who have dedicated an impressive 23 years of their lives serving as pastors in Nazareth, Israel. Their invaluable insights come at a critical time, amidst the ongoing conflict in Israel against terrorism. They shed light on the intricate challenges faced by Arab minorities in the region, and the p…
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Four - Creativity & Missions | Feat. Sara Flores Z
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Tune in to our latest episode of Creativity and Missions. Our guest, the brilliant, Sarah Flores, shares her remarkable insights on how merging creativity with purposeful missions can change a life. ----- Links Blog of this podcast: https://wildforthenations.com/creativity-and-missions/ Get Involved: wildforthenations.com/get-involved/…
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Three - Vacations with Purpose | Feat. Carrie Norman
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Welcome! Get ready for this episode with our special guest, Carrie Norman, as she shares her passion for purposeful travel on our latest episode of the podcast. From exploring new cultures to full awareness of God's voice, we'll explore how travel can be both fun and impactful. --- Links Blog of this podcast: https://wildforthenations.com/vacations…
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Hey there! Thank you for coming back. We are so glad that you decided to join our podcast. We received a few questions regarding our organization and we thought that this would be a good time to share with you the heart behind our efforts. Also! there is a word regarding the activity in Tables that we think you may enjoy. Let us know your thoughts!…
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Welcome! This is our first ever podcast! We want to share with you all the adventure, joy, adrenaline and over all the miracles that come with every project that we launch. So fast your seatbelt! Here we go. - Who we are We are a nonprofit dedicated to serving missionaries around the globe by producing audiovisual resources. We believe that by givi…
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