The Dominica Association of Industry and Commerce (DAIC) has officially thrown open invitations for a diverse cross-section of the island’s business and policy community to join its 2026 Annual General Meeting, a landmark event centered on unpacking economic opportunities from the nation’s biggest infrastructure project. Scheduled to take place on Thursday, May 14, 2026, at the Prevo Cinemall Ballroom, the full day of discussions will kick off promptly at 1:00 PM.
This year’s gathering centers on a forward-looking open forum themed “Beyond the Runway: Unlocking Private Sector Growth Through Dominica’s International Airport.” As the flagship centerpiece of the open session, Samuel Johnson, Chief Executive Officer of the International Airport Development Company (IADC), will deliver a keynote address breaking down the wide-ranging private sector opportunities tied to the $X billion infrastructure project, widely cited as the most transformative national development initiative in Dominica’s modern history.
Johnson’s presentation is expected to map out actionable pathways for local and regional businesses to position themselves to capitalize on the expected surge in cross-sector economic activity once the airport becomes operational. Key sectors set to see outsized gains include hospitality, tourism, logistics, construction, professional business services, agriculture, international trade, transport, retail, and micro, small and medium enterprise (MSME) development. Following the keynote, attendees will have the opportunity to participate in an interactive question-and-answer session, allowing them to raise specific concerns and clarify details about upcoming opportunities directly with the IADC leader.
The event’s schedule has been structured to separate open dialogue with the wider business community from internal DAIC governance business. The open session, which welcomes both DAIC members and non-member stakeholders, will run from 1:00 PM to 2:30 PM, followed by a 15-minute networking break designed to help attendees build professional connections. At 2:45 PM, the meeting will move into a closed session restricted exclusively to voting DAIC members, where the organization will conduct required statutory business, including annual performance and financial reports, discussions of governance updates, feedback on membership priorities, and the election of new DAIC Board Members.
Pricing for the open session is scaled to ensure broad accessibility, with DAIC members able to register for Eastern Caribbean $125, and non-members paying a fee of Eastern Caribbean $200. Event organizers have noted that capacity at the venue is limited, and have urged interested participants to secure their spots as early as possible by confirming attendance in advance. For registration details, additional logistical information, or inquiries about the event, interested parties can reach the DAIC Secretariat via phone at 235-1962 or by email at the dedicated address [email protected].