AIBE
The American Indian Business Enterprise (AIBE) Center is Arrowhead Center’s initiative to support Native American entrepreneurs through tailored resources, mentorship, and community partnerships that strengthen and grow Native-owned businesses across all stages.
Eligibility
We serve Native American entrepreneurs, business owners, and community members from any stage of business development, with a focus on culturally relevant support and inclusive economic opportunity.
Justin Karrenberg
Program Director
jbkarr@nmsu.edu
Building Futures, Honoring Heritage.
American Indian Business Enterprise (AIBE) Center
At New Mexico State University's Arrowhead Center, the American Indian Business Enterprise (AIBE) Center is dedicated to eliminating knowledge gaps and providing unique resources for Native American entrepreneurs at every stage of business development.
Dedicated to fostering connections, we collaborate with Native American organizations, stakeholders, business owners, and community members. We highly value our partners’ insights as we work towards growing Native entrepreneurship. Our mission is to provide high-quality, relevant services, resonating with unique communities and increasing economic opportunity.
Join us on AIBE's journey of empowering Native American entrepreneurs, where we collectively champion culturally representative and impactful services. Become a member of the AIBE Center, where Native American entrepreneurship thrives within an empowering community.
What We Offer
INCUBATORS
The AIBE business incubator supports the development of Native American-owned businesses through personalized guidance, resources, and strategic support. From early-stage ideas to growing enterprises, we help entrepreneurs build strong foundations and scale with confidence.
ACCELERATORS
Our hybrid accelerator programs (virtual and in-person) provide Native entrepreneurs with tailored training, one-on-one mentorship, and access to a supportive network. We focus on building skills, confidence, and connections that drive long-term growth.
NATIVE FARMERS & RANCHERS PROJECT
In partnership with CSCE and Backyard Farms LLC, and funded by the Native American Agriculture Fund (NAAF), this initiative offers freeze-drying services, entrepreneurial training in finance, and support in accessing capital—helping Native farmers and ranchers grow sustainable businesses.
Areas Reached
Outreach
Since its inception, the AIBE Center has supported 250+ Native American entrepreneurs, representing 15 Pueblos, 2 Apache Tribes, and the Navajo Nation.
Benefits of Membership
One-on-One Mentoring, Arrowhead Innovation Network, Entrepreneurial Curriculum, Funding Opportunities, Equipment, Software, Prototyping, Workspace, and Licensing Opportunities.
Our Team
Justin Karrenberg
Program Manager
Caleb Foreman
Program Coordinator
Hashem Aliedeh
AIBE GA