Accelerating Northwest Native Business Innovation

The Oregon Native American Chamber (ONAC) will expand its existing AIANNH business development services programs to additional service areas in the Northwest to include Idaho and Washington.

In the area of Innovation and Entrepreneurship, the project will support AIANNH entrepreneurs using a three-component approach which allows ONAC to serve MBEs at every level of development. The first component includes a business assessment and technical assistance to prepare an action plan. Next, MBEs meet with specialized business providers such as legal, HR, tech support or grants and contract management to address specific needs and interests. For the third component, clients participate in ONAC’s ONE program. The ONE program is a full year business training, mentorship, and network building focused on the challenges faced by AIANNH entrepreneurs in specific industries.