We appreciate you!

7 Jul 22 | Chamber News

Certificates of appreciation, to honour fellow South Africans for the impact they have in business or on their communities, were handed to Nicolette Venter and Trixie Purtille by SACCUSA Vice President Magda Odendaal.

The event formed part of Freedom Day celebrations. SACCUSA membership certificates were also handed to new members. Secretary General of the Chamber, Michelle Naicker encouraged Saffas to participate in chamber activities and to follow the progress of the organisation on social media.

The main event was attended by more than 150 South Africans from Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Texas, Tennessee, Kentucky and Carolina.

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