Board Members

Board Members

The Chamber is overseen by a group of member representatives that have been elected as Directors.

Each brings a wealth of knowledge and experience from different sectors of the Falkland Islands economy.
Mike Summers
Mike Summers
Chairperson
Mike has had a long career in business in a variety of roles, initially in the engineering and construction sector in business development and corporate planning, and more recently in the FI fishing industry.
Sally Ellis
Sally Ellis
Vice Chairperson
Sally brings more than 20 years of experience in the tourism industry ranging from public sector work for the Tourist Board, extensive work in the private sector marketing and selling the Falkland Islands as a niche tourist destination.
Hamish Wylie
Hamish Wylie
Treasurer
A keen advocate of a strong private sector led economy, Hamish has served in various positions on the Chamber board since 1994,
Lee Summers
Lee Summers
Executive Secretary
Originally from the UK, Lee has a history in business management and administration, particularly in retail and catering.
James Bates
James Bates
Director
James started his career in the British Army, before making the Falklands his home in 2003. Since then, he has gained experience as a technician, a manager for Interserve Facilities Management, and Dealer Principal of the only Land Rover Dealership in the Falkland Islands.
Sam Cockwell
Sam Cockwell
Director
With a background in Environmental Sciences and Engineering, and several years the Oil and Gas industry and the Falkland Islands Government, Sam offers a broad range of experience to the Board.
Vacant Position
Vacant Position
Director
Steve Dent resigned from the Falkland Islands Chamber of Commerce Board in March 2023 due to a change in personal circumstances.
Gareth Goodwin
Gareth Goodwin
Director
Gareth Goodwin is Managing Director of Stanley Services Limited, joining the company straight from school in late 1995.
Marika McKay
Marika McKay
Director
Elected to the Board at our 2022 AGM, and co-opted before then since April 2021, Marika brings a wealth of experience in retail and customer service.
Sean Moffatt
Sean Moffatt
Director
Born and raised in the Falkland Islands, Sean furthered his education in England where he studied Design at the University of Plymouth.

Who gets to sit on the Board?

Chamber Members elect the Officers and Board Members every year at our AGM.  This ensures that our Members have confidence in those who represent them and makes the Board accountable.  The Executive Secretary is the only permanent Board member.

Who gets to sit on the Board?

Chamber Members elect the Officers and Board Members every year at our AGM.  This ensures that our Members have confidence in those who represent them and makes the Board accountable.  The Executive Secretary is the only permanent Board member.