Te Hono closedown

​​It is with a mixture of gratitude and heartfelt reflection that we announce that Te Hono has concluded. 

Twelve years ago, Te Hono was founded with a vision: to advance New Zealand's food and fibre sector into a global exemplar. We have driven transformation towards value-added products and services, powered by consumer demand and innovation, benefiting both Aotearoa, New Zealand and the world.

This bold cause was championed by the private sector, supported by the public sector, and propelled by incredible partners, including ASB, AGMARDT, KPMG, MBIE, Māori Tourism, MPI and NZTE. The diverse leadership and widespread participation have been truly inspiring.

We are immensely proud of the legacy we have built. Te Hono has united an alumni of 380 senior leaders, delivered seven “Bootcamps” at Stanford University, 21 events in New Zealand, the Kōrero & Kai networking series, and a regular stream of inspiration and best practices. We estimate that more than 500 initiatives trace their roots to the connections and capabilities fostered by Te Hono.

Though this chapter has ended, Te Hono's legacy continues. The connections we’ve forged, the trust we’ve built and the vision of ‘Hono Tangata, Hono Whenua, Hono ki te ao’—connecting people, land and the world—will carry forward into exciting new possibilities.
 

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