The Mota Crosslinking Business Academy is thrilled to announce the resounding success of the 5th Annual SC Indigenous Business Day. This year’s event was particularly impactful, reaching more tribes than ever before and bringing Vanessa Mota, President of Mota Crosslinking Business Academy’s, vision of connecting, uniting, and diversifying MCBA’s vision to fruition.
We were honored to have a distinguished member of the SC State House of Representatives read the SC Proclamation for SC Indigenous Business Day, underscoring the significance of this celebration.

The event also honored several outstanding individuals with awards:

• Business of the Year: Chief John Creel
• Community Advocate: Butch Wallace
• **Creative Business of the Year ** Barbara Morningstar Paul
• Art Acknowledgement: Brooke Chavis

Attendees were also treated to an exhibition of indigenous pottery, art, and historical artifacts, providing a rich cultural experience and highlighting the diverse heritage of South Carolina’s indigenous communities. Photography by Anthony Milian of Amodestophoto, LLC.

“We are incredibly proud of the success of this year’s SC Indigenous Business Day,” said Laurie Rowe, Director of Mota Crosslinking Business Academy. “The increased participation from various tribes and the support from our keynote speaker and state representatives truly made this event special. It is a testament to the strength and resilience of our indigenous business community.”

The SC Indigenous Business Day continues to be a vital platform for recognizing the contributions of indigenous entrepreneurs and fostering a supportive environment for future growth. We look forward to building on this success in the years to come. For more information about the event and future initiatives, please visit https://www.motaenterprisesonline.com/

About Mota Crosslinking Business Academy: Mota Crosslinking Business Academy is dedicated to empowering entrepreneurs and fostering economic growth through education, mentorship, and community engagement. Our mission is to support the development of sustainable businesses
that contribute to the prosperity of our community.