On July 03, 2026, the Africa International Chamber of Commerce & Industry (AICCI) announced the appointment of Merlene Hilliare as Regional Director for the Caribbean. Founder and President of Enersphere Caribbean Holdings, Hilliare brings a strong record of driving sustainable infrastructure, disruptive technology adoption, and resilient economic development. Her appointment marks a key milestone in expanding AICCI’s international reach and strengthening transatlantic economic ties between Africa and the Caribbean.
Merlene Hilliare is widely recognized as a transformative leader dedicated to reshaping national economies. As the Founder and President of Enersphere Caribbean Holdings, she leads an integrated ecosystem of companies focused on transforming communities through resilient infrastructure and intelligent design.
Her work pioneers disruptive technologies and advanced composite materials engineered specifically to mitigate the impacts of climate change and natural disasters in Small Island Developing States (SIDS) and other vulnerable regions. By bridging the digital and structural divide, Hilliare creates scalable solutions that directly address nine of the seventeen United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), including affordable clean energy, sustainable cities, climate action, industry innovation, and economic empowerment.
In her role as Regional Director for the Caribbean, Merlene Hilliare will serve as a vital bridge between Africa and the Caribbean. She will lead AICCI’s strategic efforts to champion diaspora trade, attract sustainable investment, facilitate technology exchange, and foster inclusive economic diplomacy.
Her appointment reinforces AICCI’s strategy to connect high-growth markets across regions, enabling businesses in both Africa and the Caribbean to build direct commercial partnerships, streamline cross-border trade, and unlock shared economic potential.
Beyond physical infrastructure, Hilliare focuses on driving cultural and technological adoption across industries. She leads initiatives that equip individuals and institutions to embrace modern industrial ecosystems through strategic training, knowledge transfer, and digital integration.
By incorporating Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Augmented Reality (AR) into workforce development frameworks, Hilliare prepares regional industries for future growth while ensuring vulnerable populations have access to meaningful economic opportunities.
Throughout her career, Merlene Hilliare has operated with a clear guiding principle: to look beyond individual projects and focus on building resilient nations. Her emphasis on sustainable engineering, technological innovation, and human capital development aligns directly with AICCI’s commitment to fostering long-term, inclusive economic growth.
Her ability to unite public and private stakeholders around sustainable development goals makes her well-positioned to lead AICCI’s regional growth in the Caribbean.
With Merlene Hilliare serving as Regional Director for the Caribbean, AICCI is poised to deepen collaboration between African nations and Caribbean markets. Her leadership in trade facilitation, sustainable infrastructure, and technology exchange will help build durable economic corridors across the Atlantic.
Merlene Hilliare’s appointment represents a significant step forward for AICCI as the organization continues to expand its global network and drive sustainable trade partnerships worldwide.
About AICCI
The Africa International Chamber of Commerce & Industry (AICCI) is an organization dedicated to promoting international trade, investment, and capacity-building between Africa and global markets. By facilitating strategic partnerships and cross-border collaborations, AICCI works to unlock economic opportunities that drive sustainable development across regions. The appointment of Merlene Hilliare as Regional Director for the Caribbean supports the organization’s ongoing work to foster inclusive and innovative global economic growth.
The Africa International Chamber of Commerce and Industry stands as a beacon of collaboration, connection, and growth. As a dynamic hub for international business excellence, we are committed to fostering partnerships, facilitating investments, and shaping the future of global commerce.
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