The Chamber recently held its AGM. In his president’s report, Mike Kelly, sincerely thanked his fellow volunteer Directors for their continuing support and noted that all have taken time out of their business and private lives day to attend to Chamber matters and to support Chamber Programs.
The Chamber continues to support economic diversity and collaboration between all industry sectors. The Chamber remains focused on the immediate and longer term need of members. Our Mission – “To represent, promote and encourage business enterprise in Muswellbrook and it’s Districts”, commits us to our continued program of events and services. It also, drives our involvement is various private and public sector committees and focus groups. In the year ahead, we will continue to provide information on significant major developments planned for our local economy.
The Chamber is in a solid financial position and has maintained a membership of close to 200 businesses. We are also grateful for the support of many sponsors who allow us to run programs and events for member’s benefit. All our activities are fully funded, and we hold reserves to ensure our sustainability.
We continue to provide services and support through Business Development Workshops, Mentoring Services, Buy Local Campaigns, Networking opportunities, Monthly Breakfasts, Monthly Newsletters, and our Business Awards.
This year, all eight Board positions were filled without the need for a ballot. Three new members were elected, with the final MCCI Board for the next term being:-
- President, Mike Kelly (Wear Parts Services)
- Vice President, Michael Carey (Muswellbrook Motors)
- Secretary, Genelle Scotts (Bengalla Mining Co)
- Treasurer, Grace Mosley (Muswellbrook Launderette)
- Director, Amber Wright (The Regional VA)
- Director, Robert Roussot (TLE Muswellbrook)
- Director, Toni Vanderwerf (Commonwealth Bank)
- Director, Alexander Slade (Acorp Computers)




