For over 30 years, NWNC has advanced educational and economic opportunities for Native peoples.
The Gathering unites cultural brilliance and economic pathways. Celebrate and build with us.
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Take a look at past Gatherings, Networking Luncheons, and other events hosted by Northwest Native Chamber.
On October 9, 2025, we gathered at The Castaway in Portland for an evening that went far beyond celebration—it marked a movement toward economic justice and transformational prosperity. Nearly 400 Native entrepreneurs and leaders came together. Through food, fashion, and music, we honored Indigenous excellence and celebrated the strength of the Native business and cultural community across the Pacific Northwest. That night, we witnessed something powerful: our community embracing the truth at the heart of this year’s theme—Movement to Power. Our Culture. Our Prosperity. Our Future.
In 2023 we returned to The Redd East Event Space to celebrate this nexus of commerce and culture. We celebrated expressions of Native Excellence told through food, fashion, and music. This year we featured the culinary artistry of Chef Jack Strong (Siletz) supported by Vibrant Table Catering, the musical excellence of Snotty Nose Rez Kids, fashion designers NEO, MOBILIZE, and Trenal Original. Directed by the wonderful Palani Bearghost, owner and founder of NEO.
The Annual Gathering, NWNC’s signature event, is a unique opportunity for members, partners, and the Native business community to network, celebrate, and support the work of NWNC and its Student Academic Award (SA2) program. Each year, The Gathering brings together Tribal representatives, corporate partners, city, county, state & federal government agencies, and community leaders to celebrate the contributions of NWNC members and the Native business community.
The Annual Gathering, NWNC’s signature event, is a unique opportunity for members, partners, and the Native business community to network, celebrate, and support the work of NWNC and its Student Academic Award (SA2) program. Each year, The Gathering brings together Tribal representatives, corporate partners, city, county, state & federal government agencies, and community leaders to celebrate the contributions of NWNC members and the Native business community.
The Annual Gathering, NWNC’s signature event, is a unique opportunity for members, partners, and the Native business community to network, celebrate, and support the work of NWNC and its Student Academic Award (SA2) program. Each year, The Gathering brings together Tribal representatives, corporate partners, city, county, state & federal government agencies, and community leaders to celebrate the contributions of NWNC members and the Native business community.
The Gathering is NWNC’s annual event celebrating Native entrepreneurship and economic leadership.
Yes, most sponsorships are tax-deductible. Contact us for details: gathering@nwnc.org
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