Supporting Indigenous tradie businesses to
adapt, innovate and grow

Building great people to be run successful trade businesses!!

First Innovators Business Trade Program is looking to empower Indigenous businesses by providing the education, support and tools they need to grow their business into the future

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Program Outcomes

Let yourself be opened up to many exciting opportunities for you and your business though the First Innovators Entrepreneur Program.  From the start of the program you will learn, share, connect and be opened to many new and exciting opportunities to develop your great ideas and business.

What do I get out of the program?

  • Good tools and support to establish and grow your business

  • Support to market your business

  • Opportunity to learn from Industry leaders

  • Network with Indigenous and non-Indigenous tradies

  • Clear vision and understanding for where you are taking your business

  • Procurement and tendering - accessing and winning opportunities

  • Ongoing business support

  • And lots more….

When will the programs commence?

Our program commences on the 11th of October 2021 and we would like you to be a part of that.

Is the program for me?

Are you an Indigenous business or have a great idea and you are ready to start you business.

Are you in the trade game and want to turn that into your own business?

Is your business at least 50% Indigenous owned?

Do you have the passion and drive to be successful?

If you said yes above then please apply as this is for you!!

How do I find out more information

Contact Program Coordinator Greg Hodgkinson - 0407618030 or greg@firstinnovators.org.

 

FI Virtual Business Trade Program

The virtual program is focused on developing Indigenous trade businesses and those in the industry who want to start their own business. Our program gives them access to the tools, frameworks and strategies they need to remain competitive in today’s digital landscape.

First Innovators virtual program supports the development and growth of Indigenous trade businesses across Australia, supporting them through the challenges and impact of COVID-19.

  • 10-week free online program

  • Approx. 1 workshop per week

  • 2 hours per week required

  • Available to all Indigenous businesses

  • Applications close 30th of September

Over the 10 weeks you will:

  • Learn and implement business best practice principles

  • Identify and address gaps in your business model

  • Develop a robust business plan ready for the future

  • Understand how to market and sell your business

  • Understand procurement procedures and practices

  • Gain new insights into how to grow your business