The Premier Business Conference in The Bahamas: Where Leaders Connect, Innovate, and Drive Economic Growth
Thank You!
We would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to everyone who made the 6th Annual National Conclave of Chambers of Commerce a success!
Special thanks to our Family Island Chamber representatives, panelists, event sponsors, vendors and ALL of our attendees for their valuable contributions and commitment to driving business growth and development in The Bahamas.
To all of our attendees—thank you for your engagement, participation, and support! Together, we’ve had powerful discussions that will strengthen our economy and empower our local businesses.
We look forward to continuing our work together for a brighter future!
See You Next Year!
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WHY SHOULD I ATTEND?
CONCLAVE
AGENDA 2024
(subject to change)
MORNING SESSION - Open to BCCEC, Family Island Chamber Members and The Public
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8:15 AM: Registration, Breakfast, and Networking
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9:00 AM: Welcome and Opening of the National Conclave of Chambers of Commerce 2024
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9:23 AM: Keynote address by Prime Minister Phillip E. Davis. K.C.
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9:54 AM: Presentations from The Family Island Chambers:
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James Carey - President - Grand Bahama Chamber of Commerce
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Daphne DeGregory Mailous, President - Abaco Chamber of Commerce
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Emmett Saunders, Executive Director - Exuma Chamber of Commerce
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Thomas Sands, President - Eleuthera Chamber of Commerce
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Bimini Chamber of Commerce
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11:29 AM: Panel "Keys To Strengthening Our Economy"
Moderator: Leo Rolle, BCCEC CEO
Panelists:
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Brickell Pinder – Director of Trade and Industry, Ministry of Economic Affairs
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Erika Lewis - Political/Economic Unit Chief, U.S. Embassy
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David Slatter – VP & Group Head of Investments, RF Bank & Trust
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Timothy Ingraham – BCCEC Chairman
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Shirley Gayle – IDB Bahamas Country
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12:14 PM: Vote of Thanks & Closing of Morning Session
AFTERNOON SESSION - Closed for BCCEC, Family Island Chamber members only
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12:50 PM: Lunch and Networking
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1:50 PM: Opening of the Afternoon Session
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1:55 PM: Panel Discussion #1: Enhancing Banking Access for Businesses
(45 minutes) featuring Moderator Leo Rolle, BCCEC CEO:
Panelists:
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Roger Archer – Scotiabank
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Nicholas Higgs – Bahamas Development Bank
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Charlene Paul – Bank of the Bahamas
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Gowon Bowe – Fidelity Bank
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Q&A session
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2:43 PM: Panel Discussion #2: Ease of Doing Business in The Bahamas
(45 minutes) featuring Moderator Timothy Ingraham, BCCEC Chairman
Panelists:
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Matt Aubry – Organization for Responsible Governance (ORG)
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Cloretta Gomez – Bahamas Customs
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Ralph Munroe – Comptroller, Bahamas Customs
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Indira Kinglocke-Archer, M.Sc - National Insurance Board (NIB)
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Shunda Strachan – Department of Inland Revenue
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Nathan Sweeting – NLS Global
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Q&A Session
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3:35 PM: Panel Discussion #3: Empowering the Family Islands for National Growth (45 minutes) featuring Moderator Lisa Turnquest 2nd VP, Grand Bahama Chamber
Panelists:
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Linda Davis – Bahamas Technical and Vocational Institute
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Dr. Maria Oriaki – University of The Bahamas
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Royann Dean, BCCEC Director
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Edison Sumner – Sumner Strategic Partners
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Q&A Session
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4:26 PM: Panel Discussion #4: Sustainable Tourism as a Pillar for Economic Growth (45 minutes) featuring Moderator Jeffrey Beckles, Jeffrey Beckles & Associates
Panelists:
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Phyllice Bethel – Small Business Development Centre
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Phillip Simon – Royal Caribbean Beach Club
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Cheryl Walkine-Alexandre - Bahamas Strong Families Forever (BSFF)
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Q&A Session
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5:16 PM: Closing of the National Conclave of Chambers of Commerce 2024
SPONSORSHIP AND BOOTH OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE
Interested in becoming a sponsor or having a booth at our event?
Please contact info@thebahamaschamber.com for more information. Space is limited.
THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS
