Potawatomi Ventures

06/18/2026

Krispy Krunchy Chicken is now back at fireside MARKET Stone Lake 🍗🔥

We've got a fresh line-up of chicken, biscuits, and more!

Have you tried it yet? Let us know what you think in the comments 💭

06/17/2026

🔥 HAPPENING TOMORROW 🔥 Join Bwadwét Innovation Community on June 18, 2026, at 11:00 AM on Microsoft Teams to learn more about Ignite. Register for the virtual informational meeting online: https://bit.ly/4wW7uYs.

This informational meeting is an opportunity to learn about the Ignite program structure, timeline, and expectations, explore whether the program aligns with your business or idea, ask questions directly to program facilitators, understand next steps in the application process. This is a conversational space—we welcome entrepreneurs at all stages, from early ideas to existing ventures.

If you’re unable to attend virtually on June 18th, there’s still opportunities to connect with Alexis Harris, Bwadwét Innovation Community Director, and Haley Garcia, Bwadwét Innovation Community Program Specialist online. Schedule a virtual meeting here: https://bit.ly/4uHi3MZ.

06/09/2026

🔥 HAPPENING TOMORROW 🔥 Join Bwadwét Innovation Community for informational meetings to learn more about Ignite, a 15-week program where participants receive personalized guidance based on where they are in the entrepreneurial journey. Primary candidates for Ignite include those who have business ideas, artisans with an inventory of work they would like to take to the next level, or those who own businesses. The inaugural cohort, which will begin July 13, 2026, will be comprised of adult FCPC tribal members, spouses, and descendants located in Wisconsin with availability to attend in-person sessions.

In-person informational meeting details:
📅 Wednesday, June 10
⏰ Two meetings at 10:00 AM and 4:30 PM
📍 FCP Community Center, 5471 The Place Where Everyone Comes To Play Rd., Crandon, WI 54520

Virtual informational meeting details:
📅 Thursday, June 18
⏰ 11:00 AM
💻 Microsoft Teams. Register for the virtual information meeting here: https://bit.ly/4wW7uYs

06/09/2026

🌱 We’re proud to share the 2026 Sustainability Report from Data Holdings.

This year’s report highlights continued progress in environmental responsibility and community impact.

Explore how Data Holdings is building a more sustainable future: https://heyzine.com/flip-book/1617dfa73e.html /1

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06/03/2026

Join Bwadwét Innovation Community for informational meetings to learn more about Ignite, a 15-week program where participants receive personalized guidance based on where they are in the entrepreneurial journey. Primary candidates for Ignite include those who have business ideas, artisans with an inventory of work they would like to take to the next level, or those who own businesses. The inaugural cohort, which will begin July 13, 2026, will be comprised of adult FCPC tribal members, spouses, and descendants located in Wisconsin with availability to attend in-person sessions.

In-person informational meeting details:
📅Wednesday, June 10
⏰ Two meetings at 10:00 AM and 4:30 PM
📍 FCP Community Center, 5471 The Place Where Everyone Comes To Play Rd., Crandon, WI 54520

Virtual informational meeting details:
📅Thursday, June 18
⏰ 11:00 AM
💻 Microsoft Teams. Register for the virtual information meeting here: https://bit.ly/4wW7uYs

06/02/2026

Potawatomi Ventures is excited to introduce Bwadwét Innovation Community, an organization created to open new pathways for Indigenous entrepreneurs. Ignite, the 15-week program, will start this July, and participation for the inaugural program will be exclusive to Forest County Potawatomi Community tribal members, spouses, and descendants who own businesses or have business ideas, including artisans with an inventory of work they would like to take to the next level.

The application link is now live on the Potawatomi Ventures website. The first group will be limited to 15 participants, so early application is encouraged. Applications will be accepted through July 1st.
🔗 Learn more and apply for Ignite here: https://bit.ly/4u9RQWK

Want to learn more about Ignite? Join us in-person on June 10th at 10 AM or 4:30 PM in the FCP Community Center, or virtually on June 18th at 11 AM.
📅 Register for the virtual meeting here: https://bit.ly/4wW7uYs. No registration required for the June 10th in-person informational meetings.

06/01/2026

Potawatomi Ventures launches Bwadwét Innovation Community to empower the next generation of Indigenous entrepreneurs!

Bwadwét Innovation Community invites Indigenous entrepreneurs into a community of resources, mentorship and cultural grounding, marking a significant step forward in strengthening Indigenous entrepreneurship among Forest County Potawatomi Community tribal members and across Indian Country. Created to fill a critical gap, the community provides the tools, mentorship and culturally grounded support needed to turn strong ideas into thriving businesses.

Bwadwét Innovation Community will host two cohorts annually for a 15-week session where participants receive personalized guidance based on where they are in the entrepreneurial journey integrating business fundamentals with Indigenous ways of knowing and will feature expert guest speakers and community-building activities.

“What began as a spark — an idea to help tribal members step into business ownership — is growing into a movement designed to transform the future of Indigenous entrepreneurship,” said Alexis Harris, Director of Bwadwét Innovation Community. “At its core, the Bwadwét Innovation Community exists to uplift Indigenous innovators and ensure they don’t have to build alone. We are creating an opportunity rooted in culture, connection and resilience and we are excited to deliver a supportive ecosystem empowering Indigenous entrepreneurs at every stage of their journey.”

05/28/2026

The Career Exploration Spring Summit scheduled for June 4, has been cancelled due to lack of registration. We plan to host a Career Exploration Summit later this summer. More details to follow.

Thank you for your understanding.

05/27/2026

Potawatomi Ventures and the Forest County Potawatomi Community celebrate the completion of the first WEVI-funded electric vehicle (EV) charging hub on tribal trust land!

Funded through the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) Grant Program administered by the Wisconsin Department of Transportation, the initiative is part of a nationwide effort to build a reliable, accessible network of EV chargers along key transportation corridors. This installation at the Stone Lake fireside MARKET marks an historic milestone as the first Native American tribe in the United States to receive and implement a NEVI grant for a project on trust land.

📸 Photos by Amber Haseman, Potawatomi Times

05/25/2026

📢 Happening Tomorrow and Wednesday! Please note these are two separate events happening this week—our listening sessions (Tuesday & Wednesday) and the celebration (Tuesday). You’re welcome to attend both!

🔥 Tuesday and Wednesday: Join fireside MARKET and PV leaders for a conversation about the future of your local fireside MARKET. We want to hear your feedback and ideas that we will take into account as we work on ongoing store improvement plans.

🔌 Tuesday: Join Potawatomi Ventures and the Forest County Potawatomi Community as we celebrate the first Wisconsin Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (WEVI) grant-funded EV charging hub on Tribal trust land—a milestone that places the Forest County Potawatomi Community at the forefront of clean energy innovation.

We hope to see you at both events!