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Grand Bahama Chamber of Commerce (GBCC) executives met with local heads of the Customs Department this month as part of a series of courtesy calls to various government agencies. Led by 2017 GBCC President Mick Holding, the newly elected Chamber executives expressed a desire to maintain friendly cooperation and open dialogue with the Customs Department, particularly on topics of mutual concern. The GBCC intends to meet with the agency on a quarterly basis to keep informed of regulations and other matters affecting local businesses. Pictured from L-R: Customs Superintendent Larry Bodie; GBCC 2nd Vice President Lawrence Palmer; Customs Superintendent Leonard Johnson; Assistant Comptroller of Customs Sherrick Martin; GBCC President Mick Holding; Customs Superintendent Kenneth Flowers; GBCC Secretary Karin Sanchez; GBCC 1st Vice President Dan Romence; Customs Superintendent Jasmin Hudson; GBCC Treasurer Ralph Hepburn; and GBCC Executive Director Mercynth Ferguson. 

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Grand Bahama Chamber of Commerce (GBCC) executives paid a courtesy call on Assistant Director of Bahamas Immigration Hubert Ferguson this month. The meeting involved talks of the GBCC’s mandate for the year, which includes a commitment to forging stronger bonds with Grand Bahama’s key stakeholders. The 2017 GBCC board members will meet with heads of the Immigration Department quarterly to maintain cordial relations and to discuss any pertinent matters arising throughout the year. Pictured from L-R: GBCC 2nd Vice President Lawrence Palmer; Bahamas Immigration Superintendent Geo Rolle; Bahamas Immigration Assistant Director Hubert Ferguson; GBCC President Mick Holding; GBCC Secretary Karin Sanchez; GBCC Treasurer Ralph Hepburn; and GBCC Executive Director Mercynth Ferguson. 

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