Business group joins Explore Pahiatua

• Published date: 20 June 2022
• Author: Alison Franklin
• Publication title: Bush Telegraph

Explore Pahiatua already has an extensive collection of community portfolios and including the Business Group will add a new dimension to the collective

“It makes sense when effectively we all have the same goals and aspirations to connect and empower the business community within Pahiatua and Districts to promote sustainability and success,” Ingrid said.

“Working in unison will provide a stronger platform and have a positive influence on the prosperity of our community.”

A recruitment drive will begin in earnest next month to try to bring as many local businesses on board as possible.

“We have an array of exciting events coming up and after the two difficult years through COVID, it is gratifying to see beyond the horizon at last.”

The plan is for a monthly events calendar through to Christmas with local workshops to encourage, inspire and inform local businesses.

Proposed information evening workshops include cyber security, social media, online sales and marketing.

Social events will also bring the business community together and these will include the traditional BA5 get-togethers.

“It is sometimes a perception that online sales are taking over from retail sales; however, there is a unique opportunity for these to work successfully, hand-in-hand,” Ingrid said. “We have an excellent example right here in our own district...