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Taking the leap to go out on your own and start a new business is exhilarating and a little scary. There are lots of details that you need to handle, beyond funding. What barriers do aspiring entrepreneurs face as they seek to start a business in Native America? What resources are available for Native Americans who want to start, or grow, their own business? Join us as we discuss the challenges of getting a new business off the ground.

Guests:

Russell Pedro (Laguna Pueblo) – business development specialist for the American Indian Chamber of Commerce of New Mexico and the Minority Business Development Agency Business Center

9th Annual NM Native American Economic Summit – May 11-13, 2015

Kimberlee Hayward – business advisor for the Alaska Small Business Development Center

Mentioned on the show today was a course called Get Your Crowdfunding Superpowers On! Listeners can click on Redeem Code and enter CFUAKSBDC and the course will be free. 

Break Music: Pisa Ay Sobeli (song) The Gray Hawk Band (artist) Worth The Wait (album)