Join us for an exclusive opportunity to meet the Executive Leadership Team of Otago Polytechnic and to share your thoughts around the organisation’s strategic direction for the next five years.  

This is an exciting time for Otago Polytechnic as they create and shape their strategy after re-emerging as a standalone organisation at the start of 2026.  
 
A key goal for the organisation is that the strategy reflects the aspirations and needs of the region. Your voice, experience and expertise are central to making that happen.   
 
From skills and training pipelines to stronger industry partnerships and the changing needs of employers, this is a great chance to be part of an important conversation about how education and business can work together to support the future of Otago and Southland.  
 
Hear from CEO, Andrew McSweeney, as he outlines his vision for the role Otago Polytechnic can play in developing the skilled workforce our region needs.   
 
Following a short address, there’ll be an opportunity to ask Andrew questions as we explore the issues that matter to businesses around the region.  
 
Then stay for a drink, continue the conversation through facilitated focus groups and connect with fellow business people from across the region. 
 
Can’t attend or keen to get a head start?  
You can share your thoughts with Otago Polytechnic through this short survey which closes at 5pm on Wednesday 21 October.  Start survey >