04/21/2026
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Native Women Lead will be holding its annual gathering of Indigenous entrepreneurs, lenders, investors, philanthropic leaders, and capital ecosystem partners to advance equitable access to capital for Native women-led businesses.
Trading at the Rio: Access to Capital Summit will be held April 21-23, 2026, at the prestigious Clyde Hotel in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Hosted by Native Women Lead and supported by visionary funders, this summit creates a high-visibility platform where Indigenous intelligence meets restorative capital. As we gather along the historic trade routes of the Rio Grande.
Kim Leming, CEO of Indigenous Endeavors, will be presenting "Business Growth Through Grants" on Wednesday, April 22, from 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Her background encompasses all aspects of business consulting, including grant management, compliance, writing, and research. For over 25 years, she had the incredible opportunity to live in Alaska and provide solutions to the requests of various Alaska Native communities for their special projects. The most significant awards granted were $3.5 million for health programs and a $2.4 million Congressional line-item appropriation for a historical site.
Kim has also received recognition as one of Indiana’s outstanding entrepreneurs. She is a recipient of the prestigious Indiana Economic Development Corporation Entrepreneur Award.
Come join this incredible Indigenous women's Summit. For additional information, contact Tashina Silversmith, Tashina@ahcnm.org
SEE YOU THERE!