The American Chamber of Commerce Hosts General Assembly
The American Chamber of Commerce in Albania held its General Assembly, a key annual event that gathers members to elect new Board leaders. This year’s Assembly welcomed remarks from Albania’s Minister of Economy, Mr. Blendi Gonxhja, and the U.S. Embassy’s Chargé d'Affaires, Ms. Nancy VanHorn. Elections were conducted to fill the roles of Vice President, Treasurer, and Board Member.
AmCham President Grant Van Cleve highlighted the growing presence of American investments in Albania, emphasizing the need to create a business-friendly environment through collaborative efforts. He noted that sectors like energy and innovation are attracting increased interest, and AmCham remains committed to promoting investments that drive GDP growth and economic progress.
Executive Director, Neritan Mullaj reflected on the Chamber’s achievements, including a record-high membership retention rate and successful advocacy campaigns. He also expressed gratitude to outgoing Treasurer Ms. Juela Isaj for her six years of dedicated service on the Board.
Minister of Economy Blendi Gonxhja underlined Albania’s commitment to welcoming foreign, particularly American, businesses. “We are pursuing reforms to enhance the business climate,” he said, emphasizing the strong friendship between Albania and the U.S., which extends beyond economic ties.
During her remarks, the U.S. Embassy’s Chargé d'Affaires in Tirana, Ms. Nancy VanHorn, commended the American Chamber’s efforts to enhance Albania’s business environment. “We Americans are straightforward and value transparency. Challenges persist, but we will keep listening to your concerns and collaborating with the American Chamber to effectively address these issues with government officials,” said Ms. VanHorn.
Board Election Results
The Assembly concluded with elections for key leadership roles. Candidates presented their visions and strategies during the second session, outlining their contributions to AmCham’s mission.
The newly elected Board members are:
- Vice President: Mr. Rexhino Çekrezi (Trifolium)
- Treasurer: Mr. Kledi Kodra (Grant Thornton)
- Board Member: Mr. Elton Çollaku (Western Union)
