Grant Akopian has been elected to the AmCham Board

YEREVAN, May 11. /ARKA/. Grant Akopian, CEO and Chairman of the Management Board of Converse Bank CJSC was elected as the AmCham Board member on April 29.

The voting took place at the AmCham Armenia Annual General Meeting, where the past-year business results were finalized alongside with setting up new goals and upcoming strategic directions of the organization.

Grant Akopian stated on this occasion, “The private sector is the key engine of investment, employment, innovation, and long-term economic resilience in Armenia.

In banking, being in constant communication with businesses we form a clear understanding of the real challenges they face – access to capital, regulatory friction, execution challenges, uncertainty, and the need for a more responsive business environment.

And I believe that my membership will bring a pragmatic and constructive voice, focused on strengthening AmCham’s role as a serious pro-business platform and an effective advocate for its members”.

About Converse Bank

Converse Bank CJSC is a universal bank operating in Armenia and offering a wide range of banking services to individuals, small and medium enterprises and corporate clients.

About AmCham

The American Chamber of Commerce in Armenia is an independent business association operating in Armenia since 2000. AmCham represents the interests of 170 member companies from almost all sectors of the Armenian economy. In pursuit of a better business environment and promotion of the best business practices, AmCham partners with the U.S. Embassy in Armenia and closely cooperates with the Armenian Government, international organizations, and the wider business community.

Converse Bank is regulated by the Central Bank of Armenia.

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