Africa-Press – Liberia. O. Natty B. Davis has been re-elected as President of the Liberia Chamber of Commerce (LCC), securing a second term with a promise to strengthen collaboration between the private sector and the government to support economic growth and national development.
Davis, who ran unopposed in elections held over the weekend, pledged to build on the gains made during his first term while tackling the pressing challenges confronting Liberian businesses.
The election results — announced before enthusiastic members and stakeholders — reflect widespread confidence in Davis’ leadership and his vision for a more vibrant and resilient Liberian economy.
Also uncontested were the positions of Auditor, the seven-member Executive Council, and the Arbitration Committee. The 2025 elections were held under the theme: “A United Private Sector for Policy Reform and Prosperity.” The goal is to promote inclusive business growth, champion reforms that improve the business environment, and strengthen collective advocacy across the country.
During his first term, Davis led the LCC in advocating policies that support small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), improve the ease of doing business, and attract foreign investment.
In his victory speech, President Davis acknowledged ongoing difficulties faced by Liberian businesses, including limited access to finance, weak infrastructure, and bureaucratic bottlenecks. He reaffirmed his commitment to addressing these issues, promising to create a more conducive environment for entrepreneurship and private sector–driven growth over the next two years.
Recognizing the private sector’s central role in national development, Davis assured members that his second term will be laser-focused on deepening engagement with the government to ensure that business concerns are addressed and that policy reforms encourage innovation, investment, and job creation.
A key part of his agenda is the strengthening of public-private dialogue. Davis announced plans to establish regular consultative forums between the LCC and key government ministries, including Finance, Commerce, and the National Investment Commission, among others. These forums, he said, will foster open communication, allow constructive feedback on policy proposals, and support joint problem-solving.
He stressed that strong collaboration with the government will be essential to tackling long-standing barriers to economic growth — including cumbersome business registration processes, infrastructure deficits, inconsistent enforcement of the rule of law, and inadequate protection for businesses.
Beyond policy advocacy, Davis outlined plans to enhance LCC services to its members, including expanding access to training, providing market intelligence and research, and increasing financing opportunities through partnerships with financial institutions. He also highlighted the importance of developing a skilled workforce, emphasizing its role in attracting investment and ensuring sustainable growth.
Davis further pledged to uphold ethical business standards, combat corruption, and ensure transparency throughout the LCC’s operations. He vowed that under his leadership, businesses will also be held accountable for responsible and sustainable practices.
Meanwhile, Davis’ re-election has been welcomed across the business community. Sheik Jalloh, President of the Paynesville Business Association, praised Davis’ leadership.
“President Davis has demonstrated a clear understanding of the challenges facing Liberian businesses,” Jalloh said. “His focus on public-private partnership is crucial. We need a government that listens to and supports the private sector, and Davis seems determined to make that a reality. We will work with him to ensure our hopes and aspirations are met.”
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