On June 6, the Georgetown Chamber of Commerce and Industry (GCCI) engaged the Institute of Private Enterprise Development (IPED) to discuss collaborating on capacity-building initiatives and access to finance for members.

Chairperson of the Entrepreneurship and Small Business Committee, Mrs. Evie Kanhai-Gurcharan and Secretary of the GCCI, Ms. Melisa George met with IPED’s Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Jagdesh Haripershad and, Business Development/Marketing Manager, Mr. Robert Williams.

The discussions centered on providing training for members of the Chamber as well as ease of access to low-interest financing, particularly for the benefit of micro and small businesses. These engagements are in keeping with the GCCI’s mission to stimulate trade and investment and expand member opportunities.