Ideas

OTF Group’s new book In the River They Swim brings together a unique mix of perspectives to address the challenge of poverty alleviation and growth creation. Contributors range from OTF advisors on the frontlines of development to leaders like President Paul Kagame of Rwanda, Michael Fairbanks, and Pastor Rick Warren. More >>

Pioneers of Prosperity is founded on the fact that innovative ideas and dynamic business models exist in even the most challenging markets, and that greater prosperity will ensue if these local models of success are better understood, supported, and showcased. More >>

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Country Competitiveness


Sector Expertise   |   Post Conflict Countries   |   Institutional Strengthening

OTF is the only firm singularly focused on building country competitiveness in emerging and transition economies around the world. Over the past 12 years, OTF has established a strong track record in cluster and value chain development in more than 50 developing and transitional countries, with proven success fostering growth in commodity-based industries such as coffee, fish, mining, and timber, and in more value-added service sectors, such as tourism, ICT, and entertainment. OTF Group has facilitated national and regional public private dialogues concerning the roles which governments, businesses, and labor should play in order to build prosperity within a region. For examples of our work in post-conflict countries, key sectors, and institutional strengthening, please click on the appropriate link above.