THE Georgetown Chamber of Commerce and Industry (GCCI) has conveyed its deepest sympathy and heartfelt condolences to the family of the late Mr. Terrence Holder.The 73-year-old veteran broadcaster and former Deputy General Manager of the Guyana Telephone and Telegraph Company (GT&T), died last Wednesday after battling with cancer.
“Mr. Holder spent many years as a private sector leader and advocate, serving on many Boards and Committees of several private sector associations in Guyana. He held many executive level positions at the GCCI, including that of Senior Vice-President, and will also be remembered for his intellect, insightfulness and sagacity on issues that attracted the attention of the Chamber and which affected the country’s social and economic climate,” a press release from GCCI said.
During his tenure at the GCCI, it said, Mr. Holder was a staunch advocate for corporate social responsibility being a fundamental part of the operations of the GCCI and its constituent private sector members, and he formulated and led many initiatives, in this regard, for the Chamber.
“He also played the role of mentor to new and young members of the GCCI’s executive, offering valuable counsel and advice as they transitioned into the arena of private sector advocacy,” the release noted.
GCCI President Clinton Urling recalled being a beneficiary of Mr. Holder’s wisdom and understanding on many occasions when he became a member of the Chamber’s executive council.
“As his family mourns, may we all take solace in the fact that the contributions he made to Guyana continue to inspire present and future generations, and may his dear departed soul rest in peace,” GCCI stated.