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The George Chamber Board and Executive Committee


The George Business Chamber was established in 2002 when the George Chamber of Commerce and Industry and the George Sakekamer amalgamated and became the George Business Chamber. In 2015, the George Business Chamber NPC Southern Cape was formally registered as a Non-Profit Company.

George Business Chamber Corporate Golf Day 2025

George Business Chamber Corporate Golf Day 2025


We had a  stunning sunny Spring morning!! Wednesday 25 September was our Corporate Cup 2025 Sponsored by Martin's Funerals George.

We had 86 Players competing for the Trophy! Thank you to our sponsors: Tyremart George Central, Skyedive Mosselbay, Sanguine Wellness Day Spa, Kloppers, Kraaibosch Shell, Protea Hotels by Marriott King George, Outeniqua Risk Solutions, Ilita Lodge - Accommodation, Events and Conferencing RWA Labour, R.A.W Projects, Piekant - Unique Lifestyle Products, Peacehaven on Sea, SMOOR & York Print Shop.

Thank you to our Waterhole and Tee Box sponsors: Old Mutual South Africa, The Courier guy George depot, The Legacy Group, Hire King, Martin's Funerals George, BMW George & Labournet George, Solar Energy Africa, Agri Steel, Independent Trustee Services

> Watch the video at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qCiudB79D34
Video Credit: SMOOR


Video credit: SMOOR


Video credit: In & Om Tuinroete

About the George Business Chamber.

George Business Chamber advocates for the advancement of business and community.

We are a non-profit, membership-based organization that collaborates with the other Business Chambers / Organisations in the Garden Route to ensure economic growth, development, and prosperity.

We conduct our business and interactions with stakeholders in an ethical manner and take a strong stand against non-ethical behaviour. The George Business Chamber NPC Southern Cape is lead andgoverned by a Board, Executive Committee (Exco)and 2 full-time employees of which one is the manager.

Our portfolio focus is determined by the socio-economic environment. Each portfolio is lead by a Board or Exco member and supported by appropriately skilled affiliates.

Chair Person

Johannes Jumat
  1. Innovation & Research

Vice Chair Person:

Brenda Vorster
  1. Marketing & Affiliates

  1. Director:

    Professor Adele Potgieter
    1. SME Support & Entrepreneurship

  2. Director:

    Henry Grobler
    1. Finance & Governance

  3. Director:

    Keith Sharpe
    1. Events & Fundraising

  4. Director:

    Theo Adams
    1. Collaboration Synergy

  5. Manager:

    Irene Koegelenberg

Innovation & Research:

Driving innovation and strategic research for future readiness

Chair Person: Johannes Jumat



Marketing & Affiliates:

Promoting growth and visibility through strategic marketing.

Vice Chair: Brenda Voster



SME Support & Entrepreneurship:

Empowering SMEs and entrepreneurs for local economic vitality.

Director: Professor Adele Potgieter



Finance & Governance:

Ensuring financial health and governance excellence.

Director: Henry Grobler



Events & Fundraising:

Organizing impactful events and sustainable fundraising.

Director: Keith Sharpe & Theo Adams



Collaboration Synergy:

Fostering partnerships and community engagement.

Director: Theo Adams & Keith Sharpe


The subcommittee, comprising 4 to 6 members including board directors and Chamber members with expertise within the subcommittee purpose. It will be chaired by the Director of the subcommittee. Members will serve a 2-year term, with the option for reappointment for up to 2 consecutive terms. The subcommittee will convene quarterly, with additional meetings as necessary. Members are expected to attend at least 75% of the meetings and actively participate in subcommittee initiatives.

The George Business Chamber is one of the best chambers in South Africa. A growing membership base is evident. There is always involvement from the chamber in local events around George. They have shown their committment towards Entrepreneurship programmes and in conjunction with local business host very efficient networking evenings.

– Fuad Choonara –

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