“Don’t be shy, find something you love and take risks.”
Mya Beaudry is an Algonquin entrepreneur from Kitigan Zibi who founded her business — Kokom Scrunchies — at the age of 13. She shared this insight and other lessons at a recent convening of Indigenous entrepreneurs.
EleV Program Partner Université Laval, the First Nations of Quebec and Labrador Economic Development Commission, and twenty young Indigenous entrepreneurs from across the region came together to connect, listen, and learn from each other. The event created space for Indigenous young people to share strategies for growing businesses aligned with their culture, values, and aspirations.
Neil Pariseau, an Algonquin from Kebaowek First Nation and the Founder of Kwe Productions, also shared his approach to creating a thriving enterprise.
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About the Mastercard Foundation
The Mastercard Foundation is a Canadian Foundation and one of the world's largest foundations, with a mission to advance education and financial inclusion. It works with visionary organizations to enable young people in Africa and in Indigenous communities in Canada to access dignified and fulfilling work. The Foundation was established in 2006 through the generosity of Mastercard when it became a public company. The Foundation is an independent organization and separate from the company. Its policies, operations and programs are determined by the Foundation's Board of Directors and leadership. For more information please visit mastercardfdn.org.
