b'Contents Spring 2024S P E C I A L 4 0 T HA N N I V E R SA RY I S S U E20I A 40-Y 86I Honouring Excellenceear RetrospectiveIt started with little more than a hope and a dream, but 40 yearsCCAB Awards highlight Indigenous business achievements on, CCAB has triumphed in its efforts to promote and build theBy Andrew SnookIndigenous economy By Gavin John 94I Little Acorns to Mighty Oaks How CCABs internship program provided Indigenous people with 32I CCABthe foundation to go on to build successful careers TimelineKey achievements in the history of CCAB By Matthew Bradford36Meeting of Minds at Jokers Hill 96I Navigating the Rebranding JourneyIThe meeting that set the groundwork for the Insights and reflections on CCABs brand refresh,to be unveiled establishment of CCAB at its anniversary celebration in May40I Salute to PAR 102IFuture-Proofing Your BusinessThree SME business owners share their top 10 tips for setting How CCABs PAR program and its participants your business up for future success are strengthening economic reconciliationBy Kelly ParkerBy Sarah B. Hood112I Future Success: Prosperous Partnerships 50I A History of ConnectionInsights on how to build successful business partnerships that How CCAB events have sparked new connections for businesswill stand the test of time professionals and budding entrepreneurs By Nikita Weiss DayBy Matthew Bradford118IDawn of a New Era56I Championing Supply Change Three Indigenous women entrepreneurs share their thoughts onCCABs groundbreaking procurement strategy is creating business success and their approach to paving the way for others new opportunities for Indigenous suppliersBy Bryan HansenBy Andrew Snook66I The Story of a MagazineInsight into the history of Aboriginal Business Report from theS E C T I O N Speople who helped build the magazine By Nikita Weiss Day 12I Message from the President 76I A Leader for Our Time 132I Professional Services Directory In just four years, CEO Tabatha Bull has significantly expanded CCAB and earned a legion of fansCover art by Jolene ArcandBy Sarah B. HoodAboriginal BUSINESS REPORT 7'