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Top 5 Lessons from Leading a Bi-National Chamber of Commerce
July 25, 2025
Business
Running a chamber of commerce is no easy task—but leading a bi-national chamber that bridges two countries, two cultures, and two economies brings a unique set of challenges and rewards.
As the Founder and President of the U.S. Bangladesh Chamber of Commerce & Industry (USBCCI), I’ve had the honor of working with entrepreneurs, policymakers, exporters, investors, and community leaders across both the United States and Bangladesh. Along the way, I’ve learned invaluable lessons—lessons that go beyond business and into the heart of international collaboration, trust-building, and impact-driven leadership.
Here are the top five lessons that continue to guide my work—and may guide yours too.
Lesson 1: Relationships Come Before Results
In international business, trust is everything. You can have the best ideas, the best product, even the best platform—but without authentic relationships, doors stay closed.
At USBCCI, we’ve focused on building real human connections before asking for deals, partnerships, or investments. When you show up consistently, support others’ success, and honor your word—collaboration becomes inevitable.
🔑 Trust builds trade.
Lesson 2: One Size Does Not Fit All
What works for a U.S.-based tech startup may not apply to a Dhaka-based textile exporter. A chamber must be agile and deeply aware of cultural context, policy environments, and local business norms.
Whether we’re supporting a Bangladeshi SME entering the U.S. market or a U.S. buyer sourcing from South Asia, we tailor our support, events, and resources to fit each member’s unique needs.
🔑 Global vision needs local understanding.
Lesson 3: Policy Engagement is Business Strategy
Many entrepreneurs think policy is for politicians. But in a bi-national chamber, advocacy is part of your economic toolkit.
Whether lobbying for export incentives, visa access, or SME financing, USBCCI regularly works with both U.S. and Bangladeshi government agencies to create a business-friendly ecosystem. We’ve seen firsthand how the right policy can unlock millions in trade—and how silence can close doors.
🔑 Chambers that advocate, elevate.
Lesson 4: Infrastructure Builds Confidence
Events like the USBCCI Real Estate Expo, the Global SME Fair, or the Made in Bangladesh Expo don’t just promote business—they build trust, visibility, and global confidence in our community.
By consistently hosting professional, impactful expos and forums, we demonstrate that our chamber is not just a network—it’s a platform for action.
🔑 When you create the space, opportunity shows up.
Lesson 5: Community is the Real Currency
At the end of the day, a chamber is not measured by the size of its events or the number of its logos. It’s measured by how many lives it touches, how many businesses it lifts, and how many barriers it breaks.
From immigrant entrepreneurs in Queens to family-run garment factories in Narayanganj, USBCCI exists to empower people who might otherwise be left behind.
🔑 Purpose is the most sustainable business model.
Final Thought
Leading a bi-national chamber is a daily reminder that we rise by lifting others—across oceans, across cultures, and across challenges.
If you’re an entrepreneur, policymaker, or changemaker navigating international waters, I encourage you to think globally, act with integrity, and never forget the power of connection.
Because the future of trade isn’t just about profit—it’s about people, purpose, and partnership.
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