Board Members

Chair
Co-Founder,
Adkonect & Pacific Tenders

Namoi is a Co-Founder of Adkonect and Pacific Tenders a Marketing Agency in Honiara operating for 10 years. A former Gold Sponsor of SICCI and Award winner of the New Business of the Year Award at the 2017 SICCI Business Excellence Awards.

She is also Deputy Chair to St John Ambulance, Solomon Islands.

Vision for the Chamber

In the sudden change of events worldwide, I want to see SICCI remain dedicated to being a strong advocate for the SMEs and local business community. SICCI to continue help SMEs and local businesses thrive by creating variety of initiatives and valuable business opportunities. I want to support other Board members in continuing to be the voice for local business and industries in Solomon Islands.

Vice Chairperson

Managing Director - Insights Pacific Ltd

Gordon Denty is the founder and Managing Director of Insights Pacific Ltd, a local IT consulting company specializing in the areas of systems development, IT audit and project management. Insights Pacific was the Project Management contractor for the implementation of the Solomon Islands Government’s new Enterprise Resource Planning software.
Mr. Denty has worked for a number of organisations including the National Parliament, Solomon Power, SINPF, Solomon Water and the Solomon Islands Government in various capacities.
Mr. Denty is a current Board member of SICCI and has been working on issues with regard to business resilience and climate change for the private sector.
Mr. Denty is also the Vice President of the IT Society of Solomon Islands (ITSSI), the peak organization representing local IT Professionals in the country.

Vision for Chamber

To promote equity within the local business environment and ensure growth and prosperity of local businesses, encouraging economic development
and job creation.

Member

Kramer Ausenco (SI) Ltd

Daniel graduated from the Papua New Guinea University of 6 Technology with a Bachelor of Engineering (Civil) in 2010 and worked as a Senior Civil Engineer for Kramer Ausenco (Papua New Guinea) Ltd before joining Kramer Ausenco (Solomon Islands) Ltd in January 2018. He is a member of IEPNG Papua New Guinea.
Daniel has over 10 years’ experience spanning construction, design and documentation, project management, supervision and contract administration of projects of all types. Civil engineering design and documentation for projects in mostly Papua New Guinea. He has been involved in major projects undertaken by the Kramer Ausenco Ltd in PNG & SI on major ODA funded projects in the Health and Education sectors, Roads and Airport Infrastructure developments, Subdivision developments as well as Water and Sanitation developments. Daniel has been managing the operations for the Kramer Ausenco (SI) Ltd since 2018 and worked on various infrastructure projects within Solomon Islands in both the
Private and Public Sector.

Vision for Chamber

“As a Member of the SICCI Board, it is my vision and hope that through SICCI while working with the Board, I can advocate changes to facilitate the finalization and legislation of the current (Draft) Solomon Islands Building Code, necessary for improving the standard of infrastructure projects. I intend to provide support and advice
to the SICCI Board for the benefit of our members especially in my field of expertise as an Engineer and in relation to initiatives that are primed towards improving the standards and best practices for the industry and to a larger extent the community; in infrastructure delivery and workmanship. In the next 4-5 years, with the
Solomon Islands Government’s (SIG) intention to deliver major infrastructure projects, SICCI will have a major role in advocating improvement in standards as well as delivery, and I hope to be a participant in assisting these changes in my term as a SICCI Board Member for the betterment of both the Private and Public Sector.”

Vice President of the ISIA Council

Johnson Lobo is currently employed as the Internal Audit Manager of the Solomon Islands Port Authority (SIPA).
He had been with the Office of the Auditor General for more than 10 years prior to taking up this position at
SIPA, and graduated with a Bachelor of Commerce Degree majoring in Accounting and Management and Public
Administration from University of the South Pacific in 2012. He has served on the ISIA Council since 2019 and
he has been a member of ISIA for the past 8 years. He is the current Vice President of the ISIA Council, a role he
assumed in 2021, and also the Chair of the ISIA Education Sub-Committee.

Vision for Chamber

As a nation vested with rich cultures, traditions, beliefs with many scattered islands, I want to see chamber’s initiatives or stakeholders’ discussion are inclusive and represent the diverse needs of the business community. I belief this would create a more equitable and dynamic economic landscape. 

Human Resource Manager [Our Telekom]

Born in the Solomon Islands and raised in New Zealand, I was blessed to receive an education up to post graduate studies at University. I worked for 5 years in the New Zealand Government sector, and gained valuable Human Resources industry knowledge along the way. Master of Management Studies Completed with First Class Honours, Main Subject: Human Resource Management and Postgraduate Diploma. She is currently the Head of Human Resource at Our Telekom.

Vision for Chamber

My vision for the Chamber is to build on existing foundations, but also further foster our diverse, vibrant sector. This can be done by prioritizing the development and well-being of our private sector workforce. Our human resources play a critical role in driving organizational success and the Chamber can dedicate to providing our members with access to best practices, resources and support in all areas of HR: employee relations, recruitment, policy development and diversity inclusion.
In pursuit of this vision, the Chamber will commit to advocating for policies that promotes the growth of businesses across all sectors, while safeguarding the rights and interests of our businesses and staff – especially locally owned businesses and local workers. Social responsibility should not get lost in translation, but should merge seamlessly into plans for economic prosperity. By providing the tools and resources for this, SICCI will be:

1. fostering a culture of collaboration over competition,
2. creating a culture of knowledge sharing over gate keeping and,
3. growing a hub where innovative insights stem straight from OUR people.

Board Member

Mr. Oscar Vahimana is the Managing Director of Hograno, Katova, Kia and Havulei [HKKH] Shipping Company.

He is also a member of SICCI Board 2024 – 2025.

Vision for the Chamber

“My vision is quite simple and encompasses one elements; that is to grow the private sector through policy directions and functional partnerships.

Board Member

Ms. Julieth is the General Manager of United Risk Services Ltd, a leading local insurance brokerage. Julieth has been with URS since 2015, initially as the PMIS Database Manager, and then as the IT Enterprise Development and Finance Manager.
Under her leadership, URS won the 2024 SICCI Medium Business Enterprise Award, reflecting her ability to drive innovation, operational excellence, and growth. With a strong background in IT enterprise development and financial management, Julieth enhances data-driven decisions and risk mitigation.
Her commitment to integrity and fostering economic growth, combined with her extensive network, uniquely positions her to support SICCI’s mission of strengthening private sector engagement in the Solomon Islands.

Vision for Chamber

To contribute and support SICCI objectives by collaborating with the Government, NGOs, SMEs and other business organizations, to bring to the table SME’s and Private Sector interests.

Board Member

Country Manager

BSP Financial Group Limited Solomon Islands 

Sandra has a Masters Degree in Business Administration from Torrens University, Australia and Bachelor of Science Degree from Massey University, New Zealand. Over 10 years of experience in the field of retail banking in Papua New Guinea (PNG) as well as offshore branch management.

Other roles: Director - BSP Finance ( Solomon Islands) Limited.

Vision for Chamber

To support SICCI in its vision and mission and build a vibrant private sector through business leadership.

Board Member

Lawrence Quan is the Director of Turu Value Limited, a wholesaler & retailer based in Honiara, Solomon Islands. Mainly supplying other retail businesses, hotels & restaurants. Turu Value supply goods such as soft drinks, canned food, pet food, Spirits, Wine, ECO takeaway containers, cleaning products & many other general goods.

Vision for SICCI

Around 1918, my grandfather arrived in Solomon Islands. With the exception of WWII 1942 – 1945, the Quan family has been in the business since my grandfather started his own business in 1924.

I believe strongly that I can share my personal business experience with the Solomon Islands Chamber of Commerce (SICCI), in order that the SICCI can develop into a positive force to deliver positive and sound advice to the Solomon Islands govt (SIG) and or affiliate organizations to the SICCI.

SICCI advice on recommendations and or policies should focus on the development of industries and local products that will enhance the country’s gross domestic product and local employment.  Thereby helping to reduce Solomon Islands’ dependence on foreign aid and the ensuing influences of those donor countries.

Board Member.

Mr. Matt is the Business Center Manager for Hastings Deering, the official Caterpillar Dealer in the Solomon Islands for over 30 years, headquartered in Honiara. With a career spanning more than two decades at Hastings Deering, Matt brings extensive experience and a proven track record. Over the past seven years, he has been contributing to the Pacific Region, including 5 ½ years in Papua New Guinea, before taking on his current role in the Solomon Islands in November 2023.

Vision for the Chamber:

Relatively new to Solomon Islands, I’m seeking to work with the Solomon Islands Chamber of Commerce and Industry [SICCI] to understand how it supports local businesses. I want to use my experience and skill to make meaningful contributions, particularly focusing on improving workplace safety.

My Goal is simple; to ensure that all Solomon Islanders return home in the same or better condition than when they went to work. I know the first year will be a steep learning curve, but I bring plenty of experience from working on committees of all sizes and levels. I’m confident that with my proactive approach, energy and professional background, I can add real value to the SICCI Board and Businesses in the Solomon Islands.