About us
The Northern Territory Indigenous Business Network (NTIBN) is the peak body representing Indigenous businesses in the Territory.
We support current and emerging Indigenous businesses by offering organisational development, industry-based development, business support, promotional and collaboration opportunities.
Our Vision
A vibrant, innovative and active Aboriginal business sector in the Northern Territory
Our Mission
To increase the economic participation and social prosperity of Indigenous Australians by encouraging, supporting, empowering and building the capacity of Indigenous businesses.
We are unapologetically prioritising Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and country in all that we do.
Our Approach
We prioritise and preference Indigenous values, culture, self-determination, empowerment, equity and economic development, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people for employment and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander enterprises and organisations for our supply chain.
Meet The Team
Welcome to NTIBN! Our team is dedicated to providing you with the best possible experience. We’re here to answer any questions you may have, and to help you find the perfect way to fulfill your business needs.
Meet The Team
Welcome to NTIBN! Our team is dedicated to providing you with the best possible experience.
We're here to answer any questions you may have, and to help you find the perfect way to fulfil your business needs.
Jerome Cubillo
Chief Executive Officer
- Jerome Cubillo is a proud Larrakia and Wadjigan man who was born and raised on Larrakia country, with family connections to the Torres Strait Islands.
- Overall management oversight of NTIBN, including The Hub – The NT Indigenous Business and Employment Hub
- Maintain the support of the NT Government and Industry groups
- Establish and maintain positive relationships with key stakeholders, funding partners, and members
- Liaise with a diverse range of internal/external stakeholders, contractors, suppliers, and government agency counterparts in relation to planning and support functions
- Attend industry and government events on behalf of NTIBN
- Relationship management for corporates and Traditional Owner Groups
Naomi Anstess
Indigenous Business and Investment Specialist and Lead Certifier
- Naomi is a proud Aboriginal (Kamilaroi/Gamilaraay) and Torres Strait Islander (Erub/Darnley Island) woman, born, raised, and educated in Darwin on Larrakia Country
- Certification of Indigenous Businesses
- Indigenous Procurement: partnering, opportunities, work winning
- Corporate partnerships
- Strategy and Investment
- Industry Engagement
- Business enabling, training and development
- Special Projects
The Board of NTIBN
The Board of NTIBN
Frequently Asked Questions
Is 51% or more Aboriginal owned;
That is operating as a business, including companies, incorporated associations, sole traders, partnerships, trusts and social enterprises or registered charities if they are operating as a business;
Can demonstrate that Aboriginal and Torres Strait islander people are involved in the daily operation of the Enterprise and have effective control at least equal to the degree of ownership; and;
Is registered with a Certifying authority.
A Certifying Authority is an Aboriginal Organisation which provides services to confirm the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander ownership and control of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Enterprises.
NTIBN is recognised as the peak and preferred certifying authority in the NT.
- Proof of Aboriginality for business owner/majority business owner
- Certified Company Registration
- Company Extract
- Certificate of Incorporation (if relevant)
- Business Name Registration Certificate
- Evidence of majority ownership
- Company Organisation Chart
- You must provide Evidence of supply chain commitment or and Aboriginal procurement policy
- Plus two or more of the following initiatives:
- Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP)
- Aboriginal Engagement Strategy/Charter/Commitment
- Aboriginal employment Policy/Target/Commitment
- An Aboriginal person on the Board of Directors
- An Aboriginal person in a senior leadership position
- Ongoing and regular Aboriginal Cultural Safety Training in place
- A partnership with an Aboriginal business/organisation
- An Aboriginal employment rate above 15%
Supply Nation Certification is recognised by governments, however, Certification through NTIBN provides for a more rigorous and local NT Certification.
NB: Supply Nation Certification is mutually recognised by NTIBN, when the Aboriginal majority owner provides an authentic Certificate of Aboriginality.
No.
Proof of Aboriginality certified by an appropriate and recognised Aboriginal Organisation is required. Refer NTIBN’s Individual Aboriginal Identity Certification and Register process (currently under development).
- Validation of Aboriginality certificate with the certifying body.
- Viewing of shareholding documents.
- ASIC/ORIC checks.
- Referee check with clients.
No. But you do have to pay your membership fee annually.
Deb Anstess-Vallejo
General Manager
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Russell Jeffrey
Hub Operations Manager
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Jessica Wishart
Hub Operations Manager
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Louisa Kaspar
Systems Manager
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Kamahi Djordon King
Indigenous Enterprise Consultant
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Hakon Dyrting
Indigenous Enterprise Consultant
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Tania Kells
Indigenous Enterprise Consultant
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Cherie Reid
Indigenous Enterprise Consultant
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Raelene (Grace) Young
Administration Officer
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