Mr Ray Atelly, on Thursday emerged as President and Chairman of Council of the Nigerian-British Chamber of Commerce (NBCC).
Immediate Past President, NBCC, Ms Bisi Adeyemi, made the disclosure at the NBCC 44th Annual General Meeting (AGM) in Lagos.
Adeyemi said her tenure as 17th president which started out with an eight point agenda had done its best to deliver on its promises by providing premium value adding services to NBCC members.
She added that her administration introduced several innovations to drive growth of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) further integrated British businesses into Nigeria and provided mentorship opportunities for members.
“We sustained focus on growing MSME, provided technology classes, improved our relationship with the British High Commission and opened up trade and investment opportunities locally and internationally.
“I appreciate the council members, all sectoral groups and the chamber’s secretariat for all their efforts in delivering the NBCC objectives.
“We have recorded a great deal of success and have done our fore-bearers proud and I sincerely thank you for the opportunity to serve these past two years,” she said.
Atelly, NBCC 18th president, said part of his plan of action to elevate the chamber and break new grounds included building on the laudable achievements of his predecessors in line with the chamber’s unity of purpose.
Ray Atelly said the NBCC would be partners in progress with the Nigerian and British governments and shall equally dialogue with other chambers and business interests in the United Kingdom.
“As we watch economic policies and events in Nigeria, so shall we monitor events in Britain and wherever our members are, we must actively contribute toward creating an enabling environment for their lawful operations.
“We also stand ready to assist sub-national governments in Nigeria to attract tangible investments that will create gainful employment for its citizenry.
“Under my leadership, we shall prioritise improving staff welfare and organisational structure, provide benefit enhancement programmes for members and give our women and youths more visibility and opportunities.
“Through your active participation and support, we shall propel NBCC to new levels as we significantly contribute to your bottom-line, so that your investment in the chamber, will pay back rich dividends and delight shareholders,” he said.
