Solomon Islands Chamber of Commerce and Industry

SICCI

Pacific Business Mentors Programme
Call for Expressions of Interest

To participate in Round 2 of the Pacific Business Mentoring Programme 2012!
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Call for Expressions of Interest - Pacific Business Mentoring Programme (PBMP)

13 December 2011

The Solomon Islands Chamber of Commerce & Industry (SICCI) in partnership with the Business Mentors New Zealand (BMNZ) and NZAID is pleased to announce the second (2nd) round of business mentoring program commencing February 2012.

The Pacific Business Mentor Programme has proven very successful since its launch in August 2011. The Programme aims to assist small and medium enterprises in the Solomon Islands to manage and grow their businesses in a way that supports sustained increases in production and employment. By offering FREE expert business advice, the programme can assist businesses in a range of areas including: sales and marketing, general management, finance and accounting, administration, manufacturing, production and distribution, human resources, legal, international trade and export and technology.

SICCI is now inviting client applications from businesses to apply to be considered for the mentoring programme. Application forms and further details on conditions and eligibility are available for download on www.solomonchamber.com.sb or collected at the SICCI office.

For further information, please contact:

Barnabas Henson
Program Officer – Membership Services
Solomon Islands Chamber of Commerce and Industry
2nd Floor, NPF Building, Point Cruz
Tel: (677) 39542 / Fax: (677) 39544 Mobile: (677) 8512975
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Applications close 5.00pm, Friday 16th December 2011.
All current clients of PMBP do not need to re-apply.

SICCI End of Year Cocktail Summary

1 December 2011

The Solomon Islands Chamber of Commerce & Industry (SICCI) ended the year in style with their official End of Year Cocktail held on Thursday 1st December at Lime Lounge. 70 Chamber members attended a night of complimentary beer, wine and soft drink provided by SolBrew, a tasty selection of finger food catered by Lime Lounge and entertainment by Too Good Boyz.

The night began with a few keynote speakers updating members on their latest activities. Chairman of SICCI Tony Koraua opened the night followed by an address by the proud sponsors for the evening, Tropic Glass & Aluminium (TGA) and SolBrew Limited. Managing Director of TGA, Justin Fuo’o gave some uplifting words on the importance of SICCI and the private sector community as a whole. General Manger of SolBrew Limited Andy Hewson then gave an insightful presentation on his company which demonstrated SolBrew’s innovation and dedication to investing back into the Solomon Islands community; an excellent example for other businesses to follow.

A presentation followed from the Guest Speaker for the night, RAMSI Special Coordinator Nicholas Coppel. Mr. Coppel gave a presentation on the RAMSI Transition and what this really means to the Solomon Islands as well as the general business community. He spoke about what RAMSI had been doing in the Solomon Islands, and expressed his confidence in the Solomon Islands authorities RAMSI has been working with over the years. He went on to provide information on the next phase of RAMSI’s operation; a gradual transition from a RAMSI led model to a sustainable bi-lateral partnership of an ongoing nature.

The night ended with an informal networking and celebration of the end of 2011 as guests enjoyed the entertainment.

In addition to thanking our generous sponsors TGA and SolBrew Ltd, SICCI would like to thank all the members who attended and who continue to show their support of private business and industry through their involvement with SICCI. Membership for 2012 with SICCI is open to all private businesses and membership forms can be collected by phoning 39542.

Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year from everyone at SICCI!