Business Builder Program

Nhulunbuy-based health education business delivering culturally responsive sexuality and relationship education for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander youth. Founded by Jessica de Tennon, a proud Noongar woman and registered nurse with 13+ years clinical experience.

Tennant Creek creative business specialising in graphic art and design. Founded by Cyril Franey, blends Indigenous art with graffiti and street culture, collaborating with young Indigenous artists. Expanding into branding, websites, and merchandise production.

East Arnhem Land security company providing culturally informed services. Founded by Michael Maymuru, Luke Maymuru, and Vaughn Hopkins, proud Yolŋu men, delivers community safety and event security whilst creating meaningful local employment opportunities.

Darwin-based Indigenous-owned business specialising in food waste processing and environmental education. Led by Bill Feeney (Warramunga), processes 2.4 tonnes of food waste weekly using dehydrator technology, creating employment for mature-age workers.

Darwin-based social enterprise established in 2023, delivering culturally appropriate mental health, wellbeing, and domestic violence awareness programs. Founded by Jahdai Vigona and Dante Rodrigues, both proud Tiwi men, supporting Indigenous youth and men.

Indigenous-owned cultural education business founded in Tennant Creek in 2017. Led by Linda Turner and partner Trish, delivers cultural awareness workshops, guided tours, and bush medicine programs, creating local Indigenous employment opportunities.

Galiwin'ku Women's Space is a pioneering Indigenous-led crisis center in East Arnhem Land, combining Yolŋu and Western approaches to address domestic violence. They have become a safe and inspirational place to their people.

Tikesa Hale leads XHale Events, an innovative event management company specialising in Indigenous-focused celebrations and corporate gatherings. With a unique blend of cultural understanding and modern event planning expertise, XHale Events creates memorable experiences by mob for mob, showcasing and honouring Indigenous traditions while meeting contemporary business needs.

An innovative cross-cultural facilitation enterprise that bridges Indigenous and non-Indigenous understanding through customised workshops. Mamanta has contributed significantly to reconciliation initiatives and played a crucial role during Impact North's reconciliation week events, sharing insights on funding application hurdles.

Kiril Park Wild Harvest is an Indigenous-owned business cultivating native bush foods, particularly Kakadu Plum, while empowering women through business mentorship and cultural connection to Country. Led by Djerait woman Michelle On, it combines traditional knowledge with wellness principles.

Indigenous women-led enterprise empowering local harvesters in East Arnhem Land, transforming traditional knowledge into sustainable business opportunities while preserving cultural practices through bush product harvesting.