Localized Economies Conference - Trail Blazers

Not a meetup but a panel with a Q&A and discussion afterwards.

http://www.localizedeconomies.ca/#/app/event/13

Four panel members will share their triumphs to build local businesses that truly contribute to local economies. They’ll focus on what it takes to be successful and how to manage around challenges.

AJ Sanders, Arctic Green Energy, has successfully advocated for and pioneered green energy for several years, and will share the triumphs and how they are contributing to local economies.

Paige Saunders, SOS /ZJYK Academy/EDGE, will share experiences on how to build a business that is successful locally and internationally.

Giselle Marion, manager of Tlicho Online Store, will describe the region’s innovative approach for stimulating and supporting a vibrant arts and crafts industry.

Amos Scott, NWT Professional Media Association, will describe the economic impact of the NWT's growing media industry and the cultural and social benefits of the sector. He'll also share some thoughts about his own role in this industry particularly in producing the series Dene A Journey.

2:30 pm - Q & A followed by a break