The Deadly CEO Summit

The Deadly CEO Summit

April 27–28, 2026 | Hosted by AIIC

The Deadly CEO Summit is a dynamic, multi-day entrepreneurial training experience designed to empower Indigenous entrepreneurs with the tools, knowledge, and confidence needed to grow and sustain successful businesses.

Hosted by the Alberta Indian Investment Corporation (AIIC), this summit brings together Indigenous entrepreneurs, business leaders, and industry experts for a powerful combination of hands-on workshops, real-world business training, networking opportunities, and motivational storytelling.

Participants will gain valuable insights into:

• Business growth strategies and post-startup success
• Financial literacy and bookkeeping fundamentals
• Social media marketing and brand building
• Public speaking and confidence development
• Funding pathways through AIIC programs and supports

A highlight of the summit includes AIIC Alumni speakers, who will share their personal journeys, challenges, and successes to inspire the next generation of Indigenous business leaders.

This event is designed to not only build business skills, but also strengthen confidence, community, and connections among Indigenous entrepreneurs.

Who Should Attend

• Indigenous Women Entrepreneurs (all ages)
• Indigenous Youth Entrepreneurs (age 18-39)
• Current IYE & IWE clients
• Priority will be given to women and youth, anyone else will be put on a waitlist.
• Alberta residents only

Cost & Support

• FREE event for Indigenous entrepreneurs
• Mileage reimbursement available (if >50km away)
• Hotel accommodations provided at the Wingate (if required)
• Meals included throughout the event

📅 Deadly CEO Summit – Draft Agenda (With Times)

⚠️ Agenda subject to change

Day 1 – April 26, 2026 (Sunday)

Arrival & Check-In for out of town guests

• 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM → Participant arrivals & hotel check-in (Wingate)
• Evening → Free time / informal networking

Day 2 – April 27, 2026 (Monday)

Business Foundations & Inspiration

• 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM → Catered Breakfast
• 9:00 AM – 9:30 AM → Welcome Remarks & Elder’s Prayer
• 9:30 AM – 10:00 AM → CEO Opening Address
• 10:00 AM – 10:15 AM → Health Break
• 10:15 AM – 11:30 AM → AIIC Programs and Services – Info Session
• 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM → Catered Lunch
  (Professional headshots available)
• 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM → Workshop #1: Bookkeeping / Finance
• 3:00 PM – 3:15 PM → Health Break
  (Professional headshots available)
• 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM → AIIC Alumni Panel
• 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM → Catered Dinner + Motivational Keynote Speaker

Day 3 – April 28, 2026 (Tuesday)

Growth, Confidence & Funding

• 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM → Catered Breakfast
• 9:00 AM – 9:30 AM → Elder’s Teaching
• 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM → Workshop #1: Marketing Panel
• 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM → Workshop #2: Public Speaking 
• 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM → Catered Lunch
  (Professional headshots available)
• 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM → Workshop #3: AI Fundamentals
• 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM → Business Cash Flow Training
• 3:00 PM – 3:15 PM → Health Break
  (Professional headshots available)
• 3:15 PM – 4:00 PM → Keynote Speaker
• 4:00 PM – 4:30 PM → CEO Closing Remarks & Elder’s Prayer
• 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM → Catered Dinner + Motivational Speaker

Day 4 – April 29, 2026 (Wednesday)

Departure

• Morning (by 11:00 AM) → Hotel check-out & participant departures

Please note: Mileage reimbursement and accommodations at the Wingate Hotel are available if required. Further details will be provided upon registration.

💰 Participant Supports & Reimbursements

AIIC is committed to reducing barriers to attendance and supporting participants throughout the summit.

👶 Childcare Support

• AIIC will provide $75 per child, per day to support childcare costs for participants attending the summit.
• Please note that on-site childcare is not available.
• Childcare support will be provided after participants have attended both full days of the summit.

🚗 Travel & Mileage Reimbursement

• For attendees traveling from outside the host community, AIIC can provide mileage reimbursement (if >50km away).
• If you require mileage support, please indicate:
  • Your travel location, and
  • That you will be driving to attend the summit
• Mileage reimbursements will be issued after participants have attended both full days of the summit.

Additional details and instructions will be provided upon registration confirmation.

Why Attend?

• Gain practical, real-world business knowledge
• Learn directly from successful Indigenous entrepreneurs
• Build connections with like-minded individuals
• Access funding knowledge and growth opportunities
• Walk away with tools you can apply immediately to your business

Join the Waitlist & Receive the Streaming Link to Attend Virtually

We are at capacity for the Deadly CEO Summit, please join our waitlist in the event a spot becomes available.