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National American Indigenous Business Leaders

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AIBL is the only American Indian non-profit organization solely dedicated to empowering business students in the United States.

History: AIBL was organized in January 1994 and was recognized as a 501(c)(3) in 1995 on the University of Montana’s campus in Missoula as a result of founder, and first Executive Director, Michelle Henderson’s (Assiniboine) master thesis. The original idea evolved from concern expressed by many tribal leaders that recognized a critical need for educated, experienced members to assist with tribal economic development efforts. Vision Statement: AIBL’s vision over the next decade is to become the pre-eminent national non-profit organization serving American Indians and Alaska Natives by providing business and entrepreneurship education, leadership development training, and the necessary support to help young men and women who aspire to pursue studies and careers in business, entrepreneurship, or related disciplines. Founding Principles: AIBL's spirit of success stems from our four guiding principles: Education, Leadership, Experience, and Culture

11/02/2026

Happy Native American Heritage Month!🫶🏽

Registration has officially opened. Join us in Las Vegas for AIBL's National Business & Leadership Student Conference🏁🏎️

Register at aibl.org/annual-conference☀️

10/15/2026

Apply to Compete!🏁
The Entrepreneur Pitch Competition is an opportunity for single students to pitch their small business idea to a panel of judges and a live audience. Each student is paired with a business professional mentor to support pre-competition readiness related to presentation, selling, and influencing skills.

We encourage students to participate if they are interested in:

-sharing a business idea to potential funders.
-competing as a solo emerging entrepreneur.
-strengthening business writing, presentation, and public speaking skills.

There are 5 open slots to compete. Must be an active Chapter member. $1,000 first-place winner.

Apply to compete at aibl.org/annual-conference🌟

10/14/2026

Investor Challenge💵
A pre-conference competition, the Indigenous Investor Challenge invites students to put their financial skills to the test. This paper trading competition gives students the chance to manage a simulated portfolio, practice financial literacy, and compete for the title of Indigenous Investor Champion. Each student starts with a paper trading account where they trade stocks, ETFs, or options during the competition period. Accounts are tracked and the highest portfolio value wins.

We encourage students to participate if they are interested in:

-financial literacy
-strengthening management & accounting skills
-building generational wealth

There are 10 open slots to compete. No experience necessary, training provided. Must be an active Chapter member. The competition has a first, second, and third place winner.

-1st Place: Indigenous Investor Champion Award + $1000
-2nd Place: Outstanding Trader Award + $500
-3rd Place: Financial Leadership Award + $250

Apply to compete at https://lnkd.in/dCZcUCgp

10/09/2026

Seeking Student Leaders✨
AIBL’s National Business & Leadership Student Conference is looking for AIBL students eager to gain and strengthen valuable leadership, presentation, and project management skills.👏🏽

We will hire twelve positions, two for each role. Students will be responsible for carrying out their role for one day.

Role Perks
▪️Free conference registration
▪️$500

Swipe right to view all positions. Interested students apply now at aibl.org/annual-conference by Nov 20.

10/08/2026

Chapter of the Year Guidelines are up!🙌🏽
Secure your stage spot at aibl.org/annual-conference🎉

10/07/2026

Business Plan Guidelines are up!🙌🏽
Secure your stage spot at aibl.org/annual-conference🎉

10/06/2026

🏎️ 🏁
Our 2027 conference theme, “Shift Your Mindset,” is inspired by the speed, focus and strategy of F1 racing, challenging students to think bigger, move with purpose and develop the mindset needed to lead in business and entrepreneurship.

Through motivational speakers, RES workshops, networking opportunities, and business competitions, over 200 students will strengthen presentation, leadership, and communication skills.

Stay up to date at aibl.org/annual-conference💫

10/05/2026

Join us in Las Vegas March 8-9!🎉
Registration opens Nov 2. Stay up to date at aibl.org/annual-conference🌟

09/29/2026

Seeking More Mentors!📣
Join the next Virtual Mentoring Program. Cycle runs Oct 1 - Dec 18. It requires three hours of your time total over a span of three months. Looking for professionals in the areas of

*education
*administration
*journalism/writing
*project management
*business

DM if interested🌟

09/04/2026

SAVE THE DATE!🥳
AIBL is looking forward to seeing you in Las Vegas on March 8 & 9!🏎️☀️

Address

Missoula, MT
59812

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm

Website

http://www.aibl.org/

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