Newly elected Kenya National Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KNCCI) President Dr. Eric Rutto has continued to receive heaps of congrats after his Thursday evening well-deserved win.
Dr. Rutto clinched the seat after garnering 291 votes against the outgoing President Richard Ngatia who managed 208 votes.
KNCCI Nairobi Chapter Chairman James Wanjohi congratulated and wish him well
In his congratulatory message, Mr. Wanjohi, an astute businessman noted:
“Congratulations Dr. Eric Rutto on your election as the new KNCCI President. Am looking forward to working with you and you can count on my support and input as a director KNCCI. Let us serve our members and our nation in togetherness Unity if purpose a d oneness. Once again hongera our new Chambers’ President.”
Rutto, who has been the chamber’s vice president, will be deputised by Mustapha Ramadhan. While unveiling his manifesto on Tuesday, Rutto pledged more inclusivity within the chambers including plans to increase participation by women and youth owned businesses.
This, he said, will also apply to businesses ran by persons living with disabilities.
Rutto also said he was going to create a business conducive environment if he won the seat.
His plan is to be achieved through advocacy, networking and collaboration, economic diplomacy, strengthening governance and leadership at the chamber and market linkages and diplomacy.
