Pacific Business Village
The Pacific Business Village was launched in 2022 by the Ministry of Pacific Peoples to support sustained growth in the Pacific business sector and to provide a strategic framework for long-term economic development for Pacific businesses in New Zealand.
The Pacific Business Village seeks to:
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Develop sustainable and successful Pacific-owned businesses.
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Enhance productivity and participation of Pacific peoples in the labour market.
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Build strong relationships within the Pacific business sector to expand services and products.
Elika Consulting Group (ECG) serves as the Network Provider for PBV, coordinating the initiative’s efforts to connect Pacific businesses with vital resources and support. ECG plays a critical role in:
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Conducting Business Needs Assessments (BNA) for Pacific Businesses to identify strengths and areas for growth.
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Developing tailored business plans to address specific challenges.
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Facilitating connections between businesses and service providers.
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Organising key events, such as the Elevate Sessions, to promote learning, networking, and collaboration.