Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman appointment welcomed by the Victorian Chamber

VICTORIAN Chamber of Commerce and Industry has welcomed the appointment of Kate Carnell to the role as Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman.

"The Victorian Chamber congratulates Ms Kate Carnell AO on her new role as Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman and welcomes her appointment to this important position," Victorian Chamber chief executive Mark Stone said.

"Ms Carnell has been a strong and effective advocate for small business in her previous role as Chief Executive Officer of the Australian Chamber of Commerce and Industry and we look forward to continuing to work with her to advance the interests of Victorian small business," he said.

"The establishment of the Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman is strongly supported by the Victorian Chamber and is in-keeping with the united chamber movement’s Small Business – Too Big to Ignore 2013 election agenda.

"This important new position gives small business a stronger voice, helping them to continue to innovate, grow their workforces and achieve further success.

"We commend the Turnbull Government on this appointment and wish Ms Carnell all the best in her new role."

The Victorian Chamber of Commerce and Industry, established in 1851, is the most influential business organisation in Victoria, informing and servicing more than 15,000 members, customers and clients around the state.

victorianchamber.com.au

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