THE Port Moresby Chamber of Commerce and Industry (POMCCI) and the Remington Group (RM) have partnered to actively participate in the RM’s recently launched Loyal to Local Campaign initiative.
The Loyal to Local Campaign is an initiative designed to inspire and motivate both business communities and individuals to reconsider their purchasing decisions and embrace the power of supporting local businesses working together.
The goal of the campaign is to influence the parties’ network and business partners to make a positive impact by endorsing local purchases and promoting loyalty amongst local enterprises.
Brian Riches, Consultant with the POMCCI, expressed that: “We are dedicated to supporting our members and facilitating their profitability and ease of doing business.
“By encouraging customers to buy locally, we can significantly help them increase their trade as local purchases contribute to employment opportunities and profits within our community.
“We aim to keep money circulating among our people, our city, and foster investment and employment, ensuring vibrancy for everyone.
“It’s commendable that Remington is taking the lead and we will support others who join this cause and share the same passion for buying locally,” Mr. Riches said.
“As part of this collaboration, the POMCCI will utilise its network and comprehensive member database to encourage our members to support the Loyal to Local Campaign.
“Members are encouraged to create their own activities in support of the cause and also promote new member sign-ups, which unlock a range of benefits.”
Remington Group Chief Executive Officer Peter Goodwin expressed that: “We initiated this campaign in response to the growing trend for some PNG-based NGOs, business houses, and foreign missions to purchase goods from abroad, while expecting local service and support”.
“In these challenging economic times, we should prioritise supporting our own.”
Goodwin said the Remington Group of companies is 100% PNG owned and supported, employing over 150 people across the nation.
“It’s crucial that we keep our local businesses healthy, and our people employed.
“We will offer significant discounts to all Loyal to Local Campaign members. Let’s all unite behind this worthy initiative—PNG Proud, Loyal to Local!”
“POMCCI takes pride in collaborating with Remington Group on this initiative, firmly believing that together we can nurture a thriving local economy.”
