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 will feature an array of artistic, culinary, and cultural showcases that underscore 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 will also include 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 will be an unforgettable night of culture and celebration.
Gathering 2024 Sponsors
Previous NWNC Gatherings
Take a look at past Gatherings, Networking Luncheons, and other events hosted by Northwest Native Chamber.
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.
Gathering 2022
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.
Gathering 2021
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.
Gathering 2019
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.