HUB OF THE LEBANESE ECONOMY
HUB OF THE LEBANESE ECONOMY
The Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture of Beirut and Mount Lebanon (CCIA-BML) is a non-profit private organization working for the public benefit.
Established in 1887, the Beirut Chamber is the largest and most influential business organization in Lebanon with a membership roaster exceeding 10,000 SMEs and young entrepreneurs.
The Chamber provides a wide array of support services, targeting the achievement of the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs 2030) namely Decent Work & Economic Growth, Inclusive and Quality Education, Youth Empowerment and Gender Equality.
Within its mission, the Beirut Chamber offers training and capacity-building programs specifically designed to improve the skills and competencies of young employees within Lebanese SMEs and to empower young entrepreneurs and startups, enabling them to expand and contribute significantly to the enhancement of Lebanon's economy.
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CHAIRMAN’S LETTER
Lebanon has long been a land of freedom, trade, and creativity, built by determined ancestors and rising as a beacon of openness and a bridge between East and West.
With its free-market system and the drive of its people, Lebanon established itself as a vital hub for economy and culture. Over time, its economy played a key role in the nation’s development and global presence.
Since 1887, the Beirut and Mount Lebanon Chamber of Commerce has embodied this dynamism; supporting the private sector and driving growth. As the leading voice of the business community, the Chamber defends employer interests, shapes economic policy, and fosters a business-friendly environment.
In recent years, the Chamber modernized its infrastructure and digitized its services, especially for SMEs, enhancing service quality and earning ICC accreditation as part of the international certificate of origin network.
Amid today’s economic challenges, the Chamber remains a pillar for enterprises, launching support initiatives and influencing national policies as leader of Lebanon’s economic bodies.
Beyond traditional services, it champions innovation and institutional progress through commitment to the 2030 Sustainable Development Goals, with a focus on women’s empowerment, youth development, and inclusive policies; offering training, job fairs, and partnerships with local and global organizations.
Together, we look ahead to a future of economic renewal, growing opportunities, and empowered youth—keeping Lebanon at the heart of regional and global economic life.
Mohamad Nizar Choucair
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STRATEGY
The CCIA-BML aims for stimulating the economic activity enabling thus sectorial operators contribute to the development of a strong and competitive national economy.
MISSION
The CCIA-BML represents the interests of the private economy, contributes to the formulation of economic policies and to the elaboration of legislation that impacts business activity, develops partnership and dialogue between the business sector and the government, and provides a broad array of services to enterprises. Faithful to its role as the prime backer of the interests of the private economy, the Chamber intends to serve as a resource leader for business and the community at large.
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HISTORICAL MILESTONES
1887
The Chamber of Commerce in Beirut was established under the name 'Hojra (or Otta) of Commerce in Beirut.' Its headquarters were located in Souk Al-Tawileh, facing Khan Bayhum, and its first president was Najib Bayhum (Archive1 , Archive2 , Archive3). In 1890, the presidency of the Chamber Council was assigned to Amin Al-Barbir, followed by Hassan Bayhum in 1895, and Arslan Damashqieh in 1901
1910
.The Ottoman law on the establishment of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Beirut was issued. This law defined the Chamber’s role as a link between the private economic sector and the government and as an economic advisor to the state
1914
Omar Daouk was elected President of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Beirut.
1941
The Chamber's headquarter in downtown Beirut was destroyed in an air raid, and President Omar Daouk made his company's office available to the Chamber on a temporary basis (Archive)
1950
First publication of the Chamber’s economic magazine
1967
.Legislative Decree No. 36 was issued, which abolished the Ottoman law and declared the Chamber a public utility institution—a private entity endowed with legal personality and both financial and administrative independence
1972
Foundation of the main headquarters in Sanayeh district following the election of Adnan Kassar as president
1974
Official inauguration ceremony of the headquarters in Sanayeh was held under the patronage of the President of the Republic Suleiman Frangieh, in the presence of Prime Minister Taqieddine Solh and President Adnan Kassar
1984
Innuaguration of Baakline Branch in Shouf Region
1994
.Opening of Sin el-Fil branch
1997
Law No. 626 expanding the Chamber scope to include the agriculture sector: “Chamber of Commerce, Industry, and Agriculture of Beirut and Mount Lebanon”.
2010
.Modernization and development era at the levels of infrastructure, administrative organization, and digital transformation following Mohammad Choucair’s election as President of the Chamber
2012
Mohammad Choucair served as President of the Association of the Mediterranean Chambers of Commerce and Industry (ASCAME) until 2017.
2014
.Official Inauguration of the renovated headquarter of the Chamber by President of Republic General Michel Sleiman
2017
President Mohamed Choucair , President of the Lebanese Economic Organizations
2018
.Opening of Jounieh branch with new premises that encompasses representative offices for traders and industrialists associations of the region
2019
Partnership in EU-funded cooperation programs to strengthen SME competitiveness and youth upskilling.
2020
Launch of electronic chamber services to facilitate membership and export documents certification procedures
2024
Diversity & inclusion initiatives : Lebanese Training Center programs, Women empowerment with IFC Machreq Gender Facility and youth job fairs.
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2025
Establishment of National Help Desk in collaboration with UNDP & MoET supporting Lebanese exporters with information and guidance to access new markets.
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CHAIRMEN
Omar Al Daouk
1914-1949
Abdel Rahman Al Sahramani
1950-1964
Kamal Jabr
1964-1972
Adnan Kassar
1972-2005
Ghazi Kraytem
2005 - 2009
Mohamed Nizar Choucair
2009 - Present
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BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Mr. Mohamed Nizar Choucair
Chairman
Board & Bureau
Mr. Mohamed Lamaa
Vice Chairman
Board & Bureau
Mr. Gaby Tamer
Vice Chairman
Board & Bureau
Dr. Nabil Fahed
Vice Chairman and Treasurer
Board & Bureau
Mr. Ahmad Hoteit
Board Member
Labor And Social Affairs Committee
Mr. Bahige Abou Hamze
Board Member
President of Energy And Environment Committee
Mr. Chakib Chehab
Board Member
President of New Technologies, Investment Promotion & Intellectual Property Rights Committee
Mr. Ghassan Boulbol
Board Member
President Of SME And Training Committee
Mr. Hicham Itani
Board Member
Mr. Jacques Hokayem
Board Member
President Of Trade Committee
Mrs Joumana Bassil Chelala
Board Member
President of Tourism Committee
Mr. Mahmoud Matar
Board Member
President of Members Committee
Mrs. Michel Chammas Gharzouzi
Board Member
Mr. Nagi Mouzannar
Board Member
President of Trade Agreements Committee
Mr. Rabih Frem
Board Member
President of Industrial Committee
Mr. Rafael Debbane
Board Member
President of Agricultural Committee
Mr. Raouf Abou Zeki
Board Member
Mr. Salah Osseiran
Board Member
President of Economic Committee
Mrs. Sawsan W. Jabri
Board Member
Mrs. Tania Eid
Board Member
President of Administrative Committee
Mr. Toni Ghorayeb
Board Member
Mr. Victor Najjarian
Board Member
President of Public Relations Committee
Mr. Wissam Ariss
Board Member
President of Financial Committee
Mrs. Zeina Harb
Board Member
President of Exhibition Committee
Mr. Rabih Sabra
Director General
Me Andre Nader
Legal Advisor
Administrative Departments
Mrs. Hana NEHME
Director of Projects, Training & HR
Mr. Dory ABOU SAAB
IT Manager
Mr. Fadi SABEH
Accounting Manager
Membership & Certification
Mr. Wissam Hossari
Manager of Membership and Certification - Head Office Sanayeh
Mr. Wadih FEGHALI
Manager of Sin Elfil Branch
Mr. Chadi ADWAN
Manager of Jounieh Branch
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