INDIGENOUS CREATIVITY. INFLUENCE. SOVEREIGNTY.
A national gathering of creators shaping the future of Indian Country.
October 8 & 9, 2026
Rapid City, South Dakota
Hosted during the Black Hills Pow Wow
The Indigenous Creators’ Conference is a national gathering of Indigenous creators, cultural workers, and tribal leaders exploring how our creations strengthen sovereignty. From storytelling to movement building, we examine how art, media, policy, and community leadership intersect to advance Indigenous self-determination.
Founded by Lakota strategist Brandon Ecoffey, The Indigenous Creators’ Conference centers Indigenous leadership, media influence, and sovereignty advancement at a national scale.
Why Sponsor The Indigenous Creators’ Conference?
Sponsors gain visibility inside the room and across the digital ecosystems Indigenous creators shape every day. The conference functions as a multiplier. Brand presence extends through coordinated storytelling, earned media, digital campaigns, and national promotion across Indian Country.
Strategic Timing and Location
The Indigenous Creators’ Conference is held during the Black Hills Pow Wow, one of the largest Indigenous cultural gatherings in the world. Hosting the conference during this nationally attended event concentrates creators, leaders, and community members in one place.
Their work reaches thousands across tribal communities nationwide.
Sponsors benefit from increased national travel, expanded visibility, and a culturally significant setting that amplifies both engagement and impact.
Projected Audience
The Creators’ Conference convenes more than 200 Indigenous creators, cultural workers, organizers, policy thinkers, and tribal leaders from across Indian Country. Brand exposure is amplified alongside events happening at the Black Hills Pow Wow.
Attendees shape narrative, policy, and public discourse through journalism, digital campaigns, podcasts, public policy advocacy, and cultural programming.
National Credibility and Momentum
The Indigenous Creators’ Conference is founded and led by Lakota strategist Brandon Ecoffey, a national Indigenous media voice with experience across journalism, political strategy, public affairs, and tribal leadership engagement. The conference builds on years of work advancing Indigenous narrative power and sovereignty centered storytelling.
Our network includes Indigenous creators, policy thinkers, organizers, and cultural leaders working across tribal communities nationwide. Participants represent media professionals, entrepreneurs, nonprofit leaders, and movement builders shaping public conversation in Indian Country.
This is not a first time gathering. It is the continuation of a growing national ecosystem focused on strengthening sovereignty through creativity, communication, and coordinated influence.
2026 Sponsorship Levels
Our sponsorship structure aligns brands with Indigenous leadership, media influence, and national community impact. Each tier reflects a distinct level of visibility, access, and long term positioning within Indian Country.
Limited inventory. Category exclusivity available at select levels.
Sovereignty Sponsor $10,000
The highest visibility partnership tier. Designed for organizations ready to stand at the forefront of Indigenous creativity, national influence, and tribal sovereignty.
Signature Presenting Partner
- Top billing on all digital and print materials
- Logo placement on website and national promotions
- On stage recognition during opening session
- Vendor or activation space at the conference
- Dedicated email spotlight to national audience
- 6 complimentary registrations
- Category exclusivity at the national level
Power Sponsor $5,000
A strategic partnership for organizations seeking meaningful alignment with Indigenous creators, cultural leaders, and policy influencers shaping conversation across Indian Country.
Strategic National Partner
• Featured logo placement on website
• Recognition in conference program
• Social media sponsor highlight
• 4 complimentary registrations
• On site recognition
Creativity Sponsor $2500
Align your organization with Indigenous creators and cultural leaders committed to strengthening sovereignty through creation, storytelling, and community leadership.
Community Level Partnership
• Logo listed on sponsor page
• Recognition in program
• 2 complimentary registrations
Founding Sponsor $1,000
A legacy partnership for small businesses and organizations that want to support the long-term growth of Indigenous creators and be recognized as part of the foundation of this movement.
Founding Partner
- One-time contribution with ongoing recognition
- Logo placement on website and national promotions
- Recognized as a Founding Sponsor on conference materials in future years
- 1 complimentary registration
- Category exclusivity at the national level
Media Partnership
A strategic partnership for organizations seeking meaningful alignment with Indigenous creators, cultural leaders, and policy influencers shaping conversation across Indian Country.
Strategic Media Partner
• Recognition in conference program
• Social media sponsor highlight
• Official media access
• On site recognition
Influencer Partnership
A collaboration for Indigenous content creators and influencers who will help expand the reach of the conference through social media and digital storytelling.
Community Influence Partnership
• 1 complimentary conference registration
Estimated Direct Reach: 300 in person
Estimated Extended Reach: Tens of thousands across Indian Country
National Reach
Place your organization in front of 300 plus Indigenous creators, tribal leaders, policy thinkers, and movement builders from across Indian Country. Align your brand with a national gathering centered on sovereignty and Indigenous advancement.
Visibility
Gain sustained exposure before, during, and after the conference through coordinated digital promotion, on site recognition, national outreach, and direct engagement with attendees.
Connect with Changemakers
Build relationships with Indigenous creators, organizers, and tribal leaders shaping the future of Indian Country. Engage directly with decision makers, cultural workers, and community influencers driving change.
Limited 2026 Sponsorship Inventory
We are confirming a limited number of national partners to protect visibility, category exclusivity, and production quality. Sponsorship commitments are secured on a first confirmed basis.
Category exclusivity available at Sovereignty and Influence levels.
National partnerships are limited.
Secure your 2026 partnership today. Sponsorship inventory is limited and confirmed on a first committed basis.
Complete the form below and our team will respond within two business days.
Sponsor Inquiry
This is not a donation.
This is strategic alignment inside Indian Country.