The Gathering 2024: Celebrating 30 Years of Empowering Native Economies
The Gathering 2024 is more than an event—it’s a movement toward economic justice and transformation.
The Gathering featured an array of artistic, culinary, and cultural showcases that underscored the theme “Economies of the Future, Traditions of Prosperity.”
Native Food showcase with a menu designed by Chef Pyet DeSpain.
Native fashion showcase directed by Rebekah Jarvey,
The event also included a powerful art exhibition by Toma Villa and a live music performance by Kunu and the Light Code Band, ensuring that every moment of The Gathering is infused with the rich cultural heritage and forward-thinking spirit of our Native communities.
Hosted by Eric Hernandez and Che Jim, this was an unforgettable night of culture and celebration.
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Event Timeline
Doors Open: 5:30 PM
Cooking Demo an Art Exhibition, During Social Hour: 6 PM to 7 PM
Performances and Paddle Raise: 7 PM to 9 PM
Fashion Showcase: 8:30 PM to 10 PM (open to the public)
Gathering 2024 Sponsors
PRESENTING AND GOLD SPONSORS
SILVER SPONSORS
BRONZE, MWESB, AND SMALL BUSINESS SPONSORS
Previous NWNC Gatherings
Take a look at past Gatherings, Networking Luncheons, and other events hosted by Northwest Native Chamber.
Gathering 2023
Gathering 2022
Gathering 2021
Gathering 2019
Spring Mixer
Networking Luncheon
Gathering 2023
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.
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