Mariya’s negotiating skills and lobbying prowess will enhance the already sound relationship the Chamber has with Merrylands retailers and business owners, State and Federal members and Holroyd City Council.
“It’s important that we all work together for the long-term sustainability and the economic development of Merrylands and the Holroyd area,” said Ms Gojan
“Recently we have seen an increase in the dollar spend locally and this is an encouraging sign for the future. There is also a reduction in empty shops and several local developments happening.”
she said.
Mariya will be assisted by the following executive and committee members:-
• Vice President, Mario Capanna - Cincotta Chemist.
• Secretary, Randa Sacedon - Wattle and Daub Conveyancing.
• Treasurer, Gregg Ritchie - Ritchie and Partners.
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Committee members:
• Susan Wahab - Fatana’s Hair and Beauty.
• Colin Links - Fairfax Community Newspapers.
• Abraham Khoury – Travel Scene Merrylands.
The first Chamber event for 2014 is Business After 5 including the launch of the Holroyd City Local Business Awards on Monday, March 17 and is being sponsored by Aussie Merrylands and held at their new offices at shop 1 & 2, 215 Pitt Street, Merrylands.
The Chamber extends and invitation to all local retailers and business owners who would like to attend so please RSVP by close of business Thursday, March 13 via email: merrylandscbd@live.com.au or call Mariya on mobile 0417 046 665.
“This is a free evening and it provides our local retailers and business owners with an opportunity to meet with like-minded business people to discuss the challenges that currently face small businesses today and also learn more about their local Chamber of Commerce and what can be achieved when people unite.” said Ms Gojan.