{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/5c64fc970abfc5082907dac5/67104f951aff5e41d7f94ee5?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Indigenous Tech Powerhouse: Nicolette \"Niko\" Gomez ","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/5c64fc970abfc5082907dac5/1730155525940-95f4fa47-025e-472c-bcd2-26b55edc40c5.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p><strong>Hello everyone! </strong></p><p>🎧 In this episode I have a fun and enlightening conversation with <strong>Nicolette \"Niko\" Gomez</strong></p><p><br></p><p>Niko is a proud member of the Pascua Yaqui Tribe and founder of <strong>Nopalito Network</strong>, where she bridges the digital divide with culturally-relevant tech solutions.</p><p>Niko empowers Indigenous entrepreneurs with the tools they need to succeed while staying rooted in their culture. From digital design to tech workshops, she’s passionate about ensuring Yaqui voices and traditions thrive in today’s digital world, creating lasting change for her community.</p><p><br></p><p>If that is not amazing in itself! Listen on how Nico balances life as a student, mother, and entrepreneur, Nicolette is leading the charge for Indigenous innovation and empowerment.</p><p><br></p><p>Thank you!</p><p>Chiokoe Uttesia'vu</p><p><br></p><p><a href=\"https://nopalitonetwork.com\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Nopalito Network</a></p><p>Connect with Nico on <a href=\"https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicolette-gomez/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Linkedin</a></p><p>Podcast Sponsor: <a href=\"https://fivestar-productions.com\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Five Star Productions Entertainment</a> - Elevate Your Next Event, Podcast, or Conference!</p>","author_name":"Pete Rodriguez"}