Official Opening Ceremony

Official Opening Ceremony

The Expo was inaugurated with welcome remarks by Md. Liton Ahmed, President, USBCCI.

The ceremony emphasized the growing strength of U.S.–Bangladesh trade relations and the rising influence of Bangladeshi SMEs in global markets. Distinguished chamber leaders and CEOs highlighted their commitment to continuous collaboration and international business expansion.

🔹 Md. Liton Ahmed
President & CEO, USBCCI

Special Proclamation by New York State Assemblywoman Jennifer Rajkumar

Assemblywoman Jennifer Rajkumar presented a prestigious proclamation to Md. Liton Ahmed for his visionary leadership in advancing U.S.–Bangladesh bilateral trade and his dedication to empowering the Bangladeshi-American business community. His efforts through USBCCI have created a powerful global platform for SMEs, expanded trade opportunities, and strengthened cross-border business relationships.

🔹 Md. Mushfiqur Rahman
Chairperson, Small and Medium Enterprise Foundation (SMEF)
Honored for Excellence in SME Development
A special proclamation was presented to Md. Mushfiqur Rahman in recognition of his remarkable contributions to SME growth in Bangladesh. His leadership in capacity building, entrepreneurship development, and international collaboration has helped elevate Bangladeshi SMEs onto the global stage, creating new opportunities for trade and investment.

🔹 Mohammad Hasan Arif
Vice Chairman, Export Promotion Bureau (EPB)
Honored for Leadership in Export Promotion
Mohammad Hasan Arif was recognized for his instrumental role in boosting Bangladeshi exports in international markets. His work with the Export Promotion Bureau has helped open new pathways for Bangladeshi products in the U.S. and beyond, strengthening Bangladesh’s position as a rising global export hub.

Ali Koçak, President & CEO, Turkish American Chamber of Commerce & Industry

David Fatih Gallant, Managing Partner, Onal Gallant Bayram & Amin PC

Dmitry Marin, CEO, Horeca NYC Construction

The opening ceremony highlighted the importance of bilateral trade expansion and the growing role of Bangladeshi SMEs in global markets.