Ignite Māori Business networks to take advantage of high value progressive procurement opportunities
‘Pakihi Ora’ represents our commitment to building thriving Māori businesses.
One third of the Māori economy sits within the wider Bay of Plenty and a significant part of this is our growing Māori business sector.
Māori business is whānau business and plays a key role in ensuring the social, cultural, spiritual, and economic wellbeing of our whānau and communities. Toi Kai Rawa believes a collaborative focus on Māori business capability support, network mobilisation, mentoring programme development and social procurement can help to shift pakihi towards economic sustainability.
Our Initiatives
Build the pool of Māori businesses
across the region and support them to high value opportunities.
Foster collaboration and opportunities with local government, Māori Business networks and others to maximise the demand and supply opportunities for Māori businesses.
Build a coordinated approach to support services for Māori businesses.
