SEPTEMBER 2024 DATA
RESOURCES FOR BUSINESS
Whether you’re wanting to start, grow or innovate your business, the Horowhenua Company should be your first port of call. We’re connected with the local, regional, and national business community across a wide range of sectors and can provide you with access to the resources, solutions and expert advice you need to take your business to where you need it to be.
See the sections below for links to more information which is relevant to whatever stage your business is at:
Starting your Business Journey
Growing your Business
Innovate or Export
CURRENT ECONOMIC DASHBOARD
Every quarter, THCL produces an economic dashboard for Horowhenua so we can understand what is happening in our local economy using relevant and accurate data and insights. We collate the latest information to generate quarterly economic development reports, and share presentations from business and community leaders.
HOROWHENUA QUARTERLY DASHBOARD
BUSINESS SUPPORT SERVICES
Whether you’re wanting to start, grow or innovate your business, the Horowhenua Company should be your first port of call. We’re connected with the local, regional, and national business community across a wide range of sectors and can provide you with access to the resources, solutions and expert advice you need to take your business to where you need it to be.
See the sections below for links to more information which is relevant to what ever stage your business is at.
STARTING YOUR BUSINESS JOURNEY
It’s important to make sure that your approach to business is well thought through right from the outset, and that’s where we can support you. Here you’ll find the services, support, and networks you need to ensure that you have the best platform from which to begin your new business journey.
Starting a new business is both an exciting and nerve-wracking experience. Luckily the Horowhenua region is the right place for you to do it. With adventurous, energetic, and community-minded people, the region provides an exciting landscape and a strong business ecosystem for entrepreneurs.
Typical event activators for those with a great idea or concept for a business could be:
· Getting my Business Started, and Operational – How do I do that?
· I am keen to network with other businesses within my region, and in the same sector
· I am keen to learn from other successful businesses, and business owners – How do I know I’m on the right track?
This is a great source of information, templates and useful links. There is a whole section dedicated to getting started in business; how to take the first steps, how to choose the right business structure, build a brand, fund your business, planning tools and much more.
GROW YOUR BUSINESS
We know that in order to grow, you must go beyond what you’ve already mastered.
Growing your business can seem daunting, so it helps to know from the beginning how to access the training, resources and support you need to get the results you want.
Typical event activators for those with aspirations to grow their business could be:
· My business has been operating for almost 2 years, and I'm looking at how my business can grow
· I am keen to network with other businesses within my region, and in the same sector
· I am eager to learn from other successful businesses, and business owners – How do I know I’m on the right track?
· My business has been operating for 3-5 years. I'm now looking at taking the next step through hiring more staff
. I'm interested in taking my business from regional to a national market. How do I make that happen?
· I'm exploring ways to diversify my business.
With support from The Horowhenua Company Ltd, you’ll find a range of practical support and resources to assist businesses seeking sustainable growth, so that you can focus your efforts where they really matter.
REGIONAL BUSINESS PARTNER NETWORK ASSISTANCE TO GROW YOUR BUSINESS
The Horowhenua Company Ltd is pleased to be able to provide dedicated access to the Regional Business Partner Network for the Horowhenua. The Regional Business Partner (RBP) Network is designed to make it easier for New Zealand businesses to access early-stage support to innovate and grow. There are 14 Regional Business Partners in 14 regions around the country.
Supported by the Ministry of Business, Innovation & Employment and Callaghan Innovation, and partnered with Whanganui & Partners and the Central Economic Development Agency (CEDA) we create a network across Manawatū - Whanganui that provides information, advice, funding and connections to local businesses seeking support for their growth and innovation journey.
INNOVATE AND EXPORT
You’ve grown your business this far, but you need to be agile and responsive, staying ahead of global trends and making clever decisions to support continued business growth.
BEYOND AOTEAROA
You’re also now able to consider sharing your service, or product beyond Aotearoa. This is the place to find a range of support services, networks, and resources to turn your R&D dreams and your export aspirations into reality.Typical event activators for those with aspirations to explore new innovations, and/or export capability for their business could be:
· I'm interested in taking my business from regional to a national market. How do I make that happen?
· I'm exploring ways to diversify my business
· I'm looking to introduce new technology and innovation to increase production efficiency, or to grow my distribution model
The Horowhenua Company Ltd are committed to supporting you in reaching your goal of becoming the best business you can be, and have connections to help you.
Contact The Horowhenua Company Ltd to share your vision and find out how we can help.
REGIONAL BUSINESS PARTNER NETWORK ASSISTANCE TO INNOVATE & EXPORT
The Horowhenua Company Ltd is pleased to be able to provide dedicated access to the Regional Business Partner Network for the Horowhenua. The Regional Business Partner (RBP) Network is designed to make it easier for New Zealand businesses to access early-stage support to innovate and grow. There are 14 Regional Business Partners in 14 regions around the country.
Supported by the Ministry of Business, Innovation & Employment and Callaghan innovation, and partnered with Whanganui & Partners and the Central Economic Development Agency (CEDA) we create a network across Manawatū - Whanganui that provides information, advice, funding and connections to local businesses seeking support for their growth and innovation journey.
SUBSIDIARY ORGANISATIONS
THCL CONTACT DETAILS
Mail: PO Box 403, Levin 5540
Office: Level 1, 8 Bath Street, Levin
Email : info@thcl.nz
Hendrix Warren hendrix@thcl.nz
Business Growth Manager - 027 308 9297
Renee Cohen Renee@thcl.nz
Business Growth Advisor - 027 257 1856
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