A free business export roadshow is coming to Cromwell next week and people are encouraged to register for the March 18 event.

Hosted by Business South in conjunction with ExportNZ, representatives from government agencies Andrew Jenks (Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade), Jessica Guthrie (New Zealand Story), Phil Quinn (NZ Export Office) and Ken Aitcheson (NZ Trade and Enterprise) would each give a presentation.

The free series of events was designed to give exporters and businesses the opportunity to hear from ExportNZ’s partners about how they were supporting the industry, and give people the space to engage, provide feedback, and ask questions.

Running between March 17 and April 2, the expo was covering Dunedin, Cromwell and Christchurch in the south.

Business South business navigator Amanda Cushen said in Central Otago there would be a high focus on horticulture and viticulture, given the types of businesses already registered.

There were also manufacturing businesses and some involved in banking and finance that would be attending.

After each speaker there would be a Question and Answer session to give people a chance to ask questions before the next presentation.

She said after the guest speakers there would also be a networking and refreshment hour which was valuable for people to mix and mingle with officials and other exporters.

ExportNZ is helping drive New Zealand’s goal of doubling the value of exports by 2034, and the nationwide roadshow would discuss the latest in support, trade policy and market opportunities.

The organisations involved played a crucial role in supporting businesses to expand into global markets and maximize the benefits of trade agreements.

Other highlights of the roadshow included providing direct insights into government-backed initiatives helping exporters navigate international markets.

Also ensuring people understood how New Zealand’s economic policies and Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) could benefit their business.

Register online for the Cromwell event Here.