Events and opportunities

Designed to support our vision of a prosperous, vibrant and sustainable Indigenous business sector, there are events across the country throughout the year. These include training initiatives, networking events, and our annual flagship event, Connect.

Some events are open to the general public, and others are only open to the Supply Nation community of members and businesses listed on Indigenous Business Direct.

Navigate Summit (Amotai)

Pullman Auckland Hotel & Apartments Corner Waterloo Quadrant & Princes Street, Auckland, New Zealand

This one-day event aims to push participants to commit to going further, faster – together, exploring new ways of enhancing our collective spend to grow the Māori and Pasifika economy, for a better Aotearoa New Zealand.

Koori Knockout

Hereford Street Sporting Fields Hereford St, Bathurst, NSW, Australia

The Koori Knockout is a Rugby League carnival and one of the biggest annual sporting gatherings of Indigenous peoples in Australia. Each year, the winning team gains the right to host the next knockout. Walgett, the winners of 2023, will host in Bathurst for 2024.

SXSW Sydney 2024 – The Indigenous Economy: Not just a checkbox

International Convention Centre Sydney 14 Darling Drive, Sydney, NSW, Australia

SXSW Sydney is an event for global creative professionals who seek future industry trends, adventurous new ways of thinking, discovery, and networking opportunities. This session will examine Indigenous businesses, looking […]

Naggangbi Business Connect

Botany Town Hall 1423 Botany Rd, Botany, NSW, Australia

Bayside Council is hosting a First Nations business forum where attendees will hear stories, business tips, and insights from successful First Nations business owners. Attendees will meet representatives from various […]

October Business Month

Darwin Innovation Hub 48-50 Smith St, Darwin City, NT, Australia

October Business Month (OBM) is the Northern Territory’s premier annual business event providing access to a month-long program of events designed to inspire and grow Territory business. OBM is open […]

First Nations Business Showcase 2024

Adelaide Entertainment Centre 98 Port Rd, Hindmarsh, SA, Australia

The Circle - First Nations Entrepreneur Hub proudly presents the First Nations Business Showcase (SA) 2024 at the Adelaide Entertainment Centre. This event will showcase over 100 of South Australia's […]

World Indigenous Business Forum

The Clyde 330 Tijeras Ave NW, Albuquerque, NM, United States

The World Indigenous Business Forum draws attention to Indigenous Economic Development and is a non-for-Profit initiative. The event is organised by the World Indigenous Business Network (WIBN), a global online […]

Social Traders Convene 2024 – Unlocking Business for Good

The University of Sydney Holme Building, Science Road Holme Building, Science Road, The University of Sydney, Camperdown, NSW, Australia

Convene brings together social enterprise, government, and business nationally to share the big ideas, learn from each another, and have lively discussions. The event will be hosted by thought leaders […]

Australian Indigenous Tourism Conference 2024

Melbourne Cricket Ground Brunton Ave, Richmond, VIC, Australia

The Australian Indigenous Travel Conference 2024 presents 3 days of trade and media education activities, workshops, and industry insights with the focus of examining current and future travel trends. AITC […]