LETTER FROM THE PRESIDENT
Dear Members of Texas- Africa
Chamber of Commerce!
Thank you for your
membership and commitment to our community on behalf of the Texas Africa
Chamber of Commerce. I am humbled and honored to serve as the
President of this chamber. If not for the Chamber, I would not have had the
opportunity to work alongside some outstanding community and business leaders,
including Executive Board Members, our Board of Directors, Ambassadorial Board
and Advisory Board who are all pillars of the community.
We are an active chamber
that looks to advance its members’ growth and prosperity and provide increased
opportunities and value for its members. The Chamber advocates for and unites
the business community, conveys business interests to policymakers in Texas,
Unites States and Africa to advance the two region’s economic health to carry
out our mission of (1) facilitate the economic & social development and
integration of African communities in Texas, (2) promoting trade and enhancing
investments between Texas and Africa, (3) fostering bilateral trade agreements
between the United States & African nations. We deliver on those 3 mission
statements through special events on various topics: Run a Successful Small
Business, Annual Real Estate Update, Annual Immigration advocacy Day, Network
with our Diplomatic Corp quarterly Event, Professional Networking Event, Trade
Missions / Reverse Trade Missions, Discover New Business Opportunities, Facilitate
New Market Integration, Annual Economic Forum, Annual Gala Reception.
Our regular events include
our Chamber 101’s (new members orientation), breakfasts, luncheons, and
after-hours mixers as well as round tables and workshops. If you are not
already a member of the Chamber, we invite you to join us. However, if you already
are a member, please take full advantage of your membership investment and get
involved. There are opportunities for all types of needs, interests, and
schedules.
Please contact us and
we will help you customize your membership to your needs. If you do not have
time to attend meetings and events, know that we are here for you and your
business and will continue to be your resource for information and assistance.
Our vision is to make Texas Africa Chamber of Commerce the premier business platform between United
States and West Africa. Together we can accomplish great things. I look forward
to making our journey a memorable one with each one of you.
Sincerely,
Posso Ganame
President, Texas-Africa Chamber of Commerce (TXACC)