Otago Forward

Otago Forward is an organisation that is dedicated to advancing the economic development of the Otago region. Otago Forward includes representation from:

the Mayors of all five territorial authorities in Otago;
The Otago Regional council;
Ngai Tahu
The Community Trust of Otago;
Otago Chamber of Commerce;
and private sector representatives.

These representatives form a board that is focused on developing new employment and business opportunities within Otago for Otago people.

Otago Forward is funded by the constituent local authorities, with support from NZ Trade and Enterprise, and obtains its administration support from the Economic Development Unit of the DCC.

Otago Forward's major role is to provide a forum for driving initiatives that will provide economic benefit across the Otago region.