The American Chamber of Commerce in Bahrain (AmCham Bahrain) recently announced its newly elected board of directors and executive committee.
It also appointed board members, honorary board members and executive staff, bringing a diverse and accomplished group of professionals to lead and contribute to the organisation’s mission of fostering bilateral trade and investment between the US and Bahrain.
The newly elected board of directors comprises 10 members: Qays H Zu’bi (president), Ali Moosa (vice president), Daniel Taylor (treasurer), Zahraa Taher (board secretary), Feras Fakhro (membership chair), Mark Thomas, Michele Sawaya, Hesham Alabbar, Bradley Cook and Faisal Juma.
The board has appointed two additional board members – Areije Al Shakar and David Caston – both bringing valuable insights and expertise.
As a recognition of the important role that the Economic Development Board plays to strengthen bilateral relations with the US, the EDB has appointed Nada Al Saeed, the chief of strategy at EDB, who will serve as an honorary board member.
A new, dynamic executive staff, consisting of executive director Sandra Knight, executive co-ordinator Dana Mohammed and regulatory compliance and reporting officer Mohammed Jamal were also appointed by the board to execute AmCham Bahrain initiatives. The talented team is committed to advancing AmCham Bahrain’s mission and delivering unparalleled support to its members.
Mr Zu’bi expressed enthusiasm about the new leadership team, stating, “We are honoured to welcome such accomplished individuals to our board of directors and executive staff. Their expertise and dedication will drive our chamber’s success as we promote economic growth and build robust business ties between the US and Bahrain.”
The new board will announce its strategy and plan for the new term in the fourth quarter of this year.