Two-to-Grow: The ABM Membership Drive

Doubling Our Collective Power Through Trusted Introductions

1. Purpose

Two-to-Grow invites every ABMer to strengthen the ABM Community by making two warm introductions to value-aligned companies in their network.

ABM is a stronghold for honest, uncensored dialogue about business, money, and their impacts on relationships, culture, and the planet. Two-to-Grow is a stewardship initiative, enabling ABMers to shape the community intentionally.

When an introduction becomes an ABMer, we:

  • Double our community

  • Double our opportunities

  • Double our momentum

2. Who We Are Looking For

ABM is looking for decision-makers who:

  • Participate in ABM as part of their ongoing commitment to developing critical perspectives that allow them to work effectively and knowledgeably in “Indigenous spaces,” strengthening them as both professionals and human beings.

  • Are excited about engaging with all Members as an opportunity to develop increasingly sophisticated business practices rooted in a deep understanding of the histories, relationships, and responsibilities that shape how we operate on traditional territories.

  • Understand that ABM is NOT the right place for companies that see Indigenous governments and development corporations as business development targets. 

ABM stands apart because we embody:

  • Demonstrated respect for Indigenous sophistication and a willingness to learn from it

  • Peer mentorship, collective learning, and collective action

  • Investment in each other’s well-being

  • Uncensored dialogue

  • Transparency, relational clarity, and accountability

  • Love

Introducing decision-makers who share these values expands an ecosystem that supports communities and ABM’s vision of prosperous people on a livable planet.

3. recognition

We avoid transactional incentives such as sponsorships. Instead, we recognize leadership and engagement.

3.1. Builders

Engaged ABMers who lead and grow the community.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead one of the ABM Spheres, coordinating meetings and activities

  • Participate in at least one ABM Uncensored Dialogue Forum, held regularly in Tla’amin Territory

  • Complete the Indigenous Engagement Training offered by ABM Co-Founder KWAST-en-ayu (L. Maynard Harry)

  • Invite like-minded companie

  • Support the ABM Team with knowledge, energy, and friendship

Benefits:

  • Recognition as an ABM Builder (logo on website, social media, emails)

  • Deeper engagement and enhanced impact

  • Increased collaboration opportunities

3.2. Leaders

Leaders are Builders who leverage their capacity to strengthen their Indigenous partners’ participation in ABM, enabling them to achieve exceptional results in the ABM Community.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide tangible, concrete support to at least one Indigenous community, using their capacity and standing within ABM to create meaningful impact

  • Continue to actively lead and participate in ABM initiatives, helping guide the overall vision of the community

Benefits in addition to the Builder tier:

  • Recognition as an ABM Leader (logo on website, social media, emails)

  • Influence and leadership within ABM

  • Recognition for contributions to Indigenous communities

  • Access to exclusive leadership opportunities

4. how to participate

Make two introductions by email and be recognized as a Builder.

No pitching or follow-up needed—we handle alignment screening and next steps. Simply use the email template and copy Katrin or Raygan.

Hello [First Name],

As mentioned, I am an active member of ABM.

Rooted in Indigenous sophistication, we are a community of decision-makers who foster collaborations for a livable planet. Together, we cultivate opportunities for learning, business, dialogue, partnership, personal growth, and friendship.

Being part of ABM is a rewarding experience. ABM is more than a business network. It's a thriving, invitation-only community of people committed to positive social, environmental, and economic impact.

ABM stands apart because its members embody:

  • Demonstrated respect for Indigenous sophistication and a willingness to learn from it

  • Peer mentorship, collective learning, and collective action

  • Investment in each other’s wellbeing

  • Uncensored dialogue

  • Transparency, relational clarity, and accountability

  • Love

As we engage with each other, we develop critical perspectives and increasingly sophisticated business practices that support ABM's vision of prosperous people on a livable planet.

I am personally inviting you because I see the potential in what you bring to the table. Only current members can extend invitations, and I believe you would be a valuable addition to this space.

I am copying [Katrin Harry or Raygan Solotki] with ABM, to move this forward with you.

Thank you!