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“On Station – Day Six”

New Chief Executive, John Scandrett, has his feet under the desk

In the April edition of UPDATE the out-going Chief Executive, Duncan Simpson, reflected on aspects of his eleven years in the role. The introductory theme of his departing comments painted a comparison of 1998 and 2009 political and commercial (not to mention, sporting) realities and, further on in the article, he paid homage to the grit and determination of our regional forebears. Duncan highlighted that change and challenge has always been a way of life in The South, and, as he pointed out, that isn’t going to alter looking forward.

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Markets, skills and attitude

Savvy business owners won’t need convincing of the need for greater innovation. It’s obvious that productivity, growth and living standards are all higher in countries that innovate.

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These articles and much more available in the latest Update - The Official OSEA Magazine

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  • Since 1890, the Otago Southland Employers’ Association (OSEA) has been helping its members with comprehensive employment advice, and industrial relations, health and safety, and human resources support services.
  • Training and staff development programmes are another major activity.
  • The Association now has over 1,400 members, with some 900 of these employing less than 20 people.
  • The Otago Southland Employers’ Association is a Founder Member of Business New Zealand, New Zealand’s largest business advocacy body.

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