What our clients think:
 
“Sharp, reliable and a skilled communicator. I have found the results from involvement in every project to be quickly measurable and very effective. I highly recommend the services.”

- Leonie Johnsen, Owner, Organic Explorer

 

“Worked effectively with minimal supervision, great at communicating progress, and confirming next steps of the project. Would not hesitate to use again given the opportunity.”

- Shaun Collins, NZICA SDR Committee Member
 
“Diligent in all editorial duties, flexible and open, and understanding of the nature and operation of start up companies and the pressures they face…Tolerant of change and most importantly has kept a sense of humour.”

- Vicki Buck, Celsias Director
 
“… has brought energy and enthusiasm to Celsias and been instrumental in helping create a significant resource for anyone - from individuals through to businesses - wanting to make a positive difference in the area of climate change.”

- Martin Bell, Publisher, HB Media
 
“A massive thank you for all of the work and effort put in to this.  You’ve done a fantastic job and have kept everything going through rougher times such as the Christmas period.”

- Jo Mcintyre-Brown, Unitec Hortecology Sanctuary Organising Committee

 

“Great leadership through a critical moment of the Sanctuary's history… Deeply appreciated.”

- Brendan Hoare, Organics Lecturer and Co-Founder of Unitec Hortecology Sanctuary
 
“Great and efficient! Thanks sooo much.”

- Sarah Munro, Programme Coordinator, Sustainable Business Network

Portfolio
 

 From print features to custom websites to community events: here is a small sample of our client work.  Get in touch with us to see how we can help you.

 

Business Leaders Climate

Research Project

Research, Copywriting, + Editorial

Alongside business luminaries including Phillip Mills and Stephen Tindall, Forward was enlisted to  research, copywrite, and edit a sizable document briefing key politicians on the opportunities of climate friendly policies and technology.  It was an epic undertaking by multiple researchers, dozens of business leaders, and several hundred signatories to help influence the course of climate action in New Zealand.  

 

New Zealand Institute of Chartered Accountants (NZICA)

Research, Copywriting, + Content Production

What is SDR?  How can it be beneficial for a company?  What businesses currently use it?  NZICA needed a guide to sustainable development reporting (SDR) to educate its 60,000+ members. Forward was called in to help to produce a comprehensive, plain-English toolkit  on SDR in cooperation with the SDR Committee.  

 

HB Media

Content + Copywriting

Both online and in print, Forward's been involved with the award-winning HB Media the publisher of Good Magazine, Idealog, as well as partner in Celsias.co.nz.  It's a premiere publishing house focused on progressive issues in living and business.

 

From helping promote the latest in business strategy and outside-the-box thinking, to political commentary-- we actively cover a raft of issues. Keep your eyes peeled for articles and features across HB Media's publications.

 

 

 

Celsias.com, Celsias.co.nz

Blog Editorial + Content Management

In November 2008, Forward was named the editorial and content manager for Celsias.com.  Celsias is read by thousands of people in over 128 countries worldwide, making it one of the leading resources for information on climate change and environmental issues. 

 

Celsias is ‘read every day’ by The Wall Street Journal, has been voted a ‘top 5 eco-website’ by the Times newspaper, is quoted by The Washington Post, and has around 120 contributors from around the World. We've also helped launch the new Celsias.co.nz site in collaboration with the award-winning HB Media.  

 

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Unitec Hortecology Sanctuary

Stakeholder Management + Communications, Development Strategy, Management Planning


Unitec decided to discontinue its horticulture programme, and the world-renowned learning center for organics needed a new lease on life.  Working along the Sanctuary's founders, organics experts Brendan Hoare and Richard Main, Forward helped coordinate 20 stakeholder groups, create a management plan and proposal for Unitec, and support a new operator for the site. 

 

The result: Workforce Auckland championed as the new lease holder, community groups are setting up a trust to help operate the site going forward, and the general public will benefit from having this centre of excellence remain well into the future.

 

Organic Explorer

Launch Party, Event Planning + Management, Business Strategy


It was time to launch the second edition of the acclaimed Organic Explorer Guide.  Featured everywhere from Lonely Planet to Intrepid Travel and the Sunday Star Times, this is the guide to sustainable travel options in New Zealand. 

Forward brought the crowd, assisted with promotion, managed the event, and helped drive sales of the guide book.  A great time was had by all, and the book has only gained in popularity.  For more information check out www.organicexplorer.com  or click here to see event images.  Well after the event, we're still involved with the crowd at OE and currently advise them on business development and their expansion plans. 

 


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Warm n Well Programme, Waitemata District Health Board

Marketing, website planning, copywriting

 

Along with website development partner Netpotential, Forward was called in to help the Watemata District Health Board communicate its new home insulation programme for low-income families called Warm n Well.  The upshot: families in need get a healthier home, save money through efficiency measures, and save energy, creating a win for our environment.

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Sustainable Business Network

Re-launch of SBN Website, E-Newsletters, and User Guide

 

New Zealand's premier organisation for SME's in sustainable business needed a new look.  Taking the lead with stakeholder management, Forward successfully coordinated content from 5 different regions, the talents of a web developer, and graphic design company. Forward helped get the website project launched on time, and also managed the E-Newsletters until a new communications manager was brought on board. The entire site was documented in a helpful user guide to ensure things stayed on track.

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Green Globe New Zealand

Development Plan, Communication Strategy, Website, and Marketing Suite

 

Green Globe needed to scale up its New Zealand presence.  We created a comprehensive communications strategy, helped overhaul the website, and create a new, visually exciting marketing suite.  

BRANZ Ltd

Sustainable Foundations Guide, Website, Toolkit

 

BRANZ needed to create a quick, easy, helpful guide for the building industry on sustainable business practices.  The result was Sustainable Foundations, a practical toolkit giving business owners the basics on lowering environmental impacts and increasing profitability.