Georgetown: The ninth Berbice Exposition and Trade Fair was officially launched recently under the theme “Raising Our Standards, Enhancing Our Competitiveness” at the Albion Estate Senior Staff Club.
Director of the Guyana Tourism Authority, Mr. Indranauth Haralsingh speaking on behalf the Minister Tourism, Industry and Commerce at the simple launching ceremony, said that the event will give businesses, such as manufacturers, arts and craft producers, and the services sector the opportunity to showcase their standard and quality of products and services while building contacts and creating networks.
Wishing the Berbice Expo 2013 a successful staging, Haralsingh said he was extremely impressed with the Central Corentyne Chamber of Commerce (CCCC) and the work it has been doing in promoting public/private partnership.
Haralsingh said that the theme is very timely, relevant and appropriate. “Your theme should be a wakeup call and rallying message for all our businesses, including the restaurants, hotels and supermarkets,” Haralsingh said. The exposition, he explained serves as an ideal marketing tool and strategy for small and medium scale businesses. He urged entrepreneurs and businesses to take full advantage of the expo and secure their spots early to prevent the last minute rush.
“Participation is critical for the growth, development and branding of businesses since it provides the opportunity to interact with customers, to obtain feedback and seek new suppliers and distributors,” Haralsingh said. He further stated that Berbice has made major contributions to the development of the country and its economic growth, in areas such as sugar, bauxite, infrastructure and information communication technology.
The tourism sector, he explained has also contributed significantly to the region, as hundreds of citizens from all across the country and the Diaspora converge annually at various sites and attraction.
President of the CCCC, Mr. Leekah Rambrich who also addressed the gathering said that the Expo has seen remarkable improvement, since its inception in 2005. The expo, he explained, continues to attract thousands of patrons, moving from over 15,000 in 2005 to 25,000 in 2012.
Region Six Chairman, Mr. David Armogan, called on the CCCC to have more cross-border businesses involved in the expo, making reference to Suriname. The four-day event is scheduled for July 26 to July 29, 2013 at the Albion Sports Complex.
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