GRTU - Key Persons


Abigail Mamo

Job Titles:
  • Board Member of JobsPlus
Ms. Mamo has occupied the position of CEO since 2014. Ms. Mamo has held different positions within the Malta Chamber of SMEs since 2007. Her experience and expertise revolves around economics of competitiveness and sustainability of enterprises with a particular focus on SMEs. Ms. Mamo is an experienced lobbyist and represents the interest of businesses on a number of high level fora. As CEO Ms. Mamo handles all official representation which includes representing the SME Chamber at the Malta Council for Economic and Social Affairs (MCESD). In her capacity as CEO Ms. Mamo is also a Board Member of JobsPlus, Maternity Trust Fund Foundation, Employment Relations Board, Malta Council for Science and Technology (MCST), Retail Price Index board, Occupational Health and Safety and Business 1st as subsidiary of Malta Chamber of SMEs.

Andrew Aquilina

Having Joined the SME Chamber in 2017, Mr. Aquilina is in charge of all EU and National Policy. Mr. Aquilina handles the drafting of various position papers submitted by the SME Chamber and is in charge with the overall consultation process with members coming from different sectors. Mr. Aquilina also assists individual members with specific issues and enquiries. Mr. Aquilina is particularity involved in issues related to Transport, Employment Law and Local Council issues. Mr Aquilina represents the SME Chamber on the Traffic Management Committee, the Malta Business Disability Forum, the SME United Social Affairs Committee and participates in various MCESD sub-committees.

Beppe Muscat

Mr.Muscat is a Certified Public Accountant and Managing Director at NM Group.

Bernice Sammut

Ms. Sammut has been working with the Malta Chamber of SMEs for the past 10 years. Formerly acting as a Personal Assistant to the President and the Executive Council along with administering the office on a daily basis. Today Ms Sammut handles a number of member's related issues and also assists members in submitting their Micro Invest Applications. Additionally Ms Sammut, handles tasks in relation to accountancy, bookkeeping and financials.

Carmel Zammit

Job Titles:
  • Member of the SME Chamber Council
Mr. Zammit has been a member of the SME Chamber Council for over 25 years and is the President of the Hauliers sectoral committee within the Malta Chamber of SMEs.

Chris Vassallo

Job Titles:
  • Member of the SME Chamber
Mr. Vassallo has been a member of the SME Chamber council for the past 7 years and held various positions within the council including that of vice president for training and development. Mr. Vassallo served as Vice President for International Affairs and Mr. Vassallo represents the council on the Planning Authority Users Committee. Coupled with years of experience forming part of a multi generation family business, Mr. Vassallo is able to represent the interests and issues of local businesses particularly on construction, elderly care, blockchain and retail.

Claire Sinagra

Ms. Sinagra joined the SME Chamber in 2019 and currently handles the front desk, being the first reference point for general calls and emails, Ms Sinagra handles the day to day office duties and acts as a personal assistant to the President, the CEO and the Council with their daily administrative requirements.

Diane Scerri Gauci

Ms. Diane Scerri Gauci has been working within the Chamber of SMEs since 2006. Initially starting off as a Personal Assistant to the Director General. Today Ms. Scerri Gauci works closely with the SME Chamber members mainly assisting with complaints, account related issues, updating of memberships and other queries arising from time to time. Ms. Scerri Gauci also compiles and submits a number of Maternity Trust Fund applications on behalf of our members. Finally Ms. Scerri Gauci also handles payroll and other administrative duties.

Dino Fino

Job Titles:
  • Council Member Contact / Home & Contract Furniture
Having joined the SME Chamber in 2018, Mr. Fino mainly represents the Importers & Retailers of Home & Contract Furniture on the SME Chamber Council.

Dr Claire Shoemake

Job Titles:
  • Pharmacist
Dr Claire Shoemake is a Pharmacist by profession and a lecturer at the University of Malta.

Fabian Demicoli

Mr. Demicoli joined the SME Chamber in 2019 and is in charge with managing all communication activities within the Malta Chamber of SMEs including media relations, social media and website. Mr. Demicoli is also tasked with drafting and issuing of press releases while handling communication with different media houses. Additionally Mr. Demicoli handles all EU affairs including EU projects applications, delegations and assisting members with identifying funds available for their business. Mr. Demicoli represents the SME Chamber on the Joint Stakeholder Working Committee (JSWC), EU Monitoring Committee and the Youth Guarantee Forum.

Joseph Zerafa

Mr. Zerafa has been serving as a council member for the past 25 Years and represents the Retail Sector. Mr. Zerafa forms part of the Mosta Business Community Committee within the Mosta Local Council. Additionally Mr. Zerafa is also a board member of WEEE Malta Ltd., a subsidiary of the SME Chamber.

Liz Said Curmi

Ms. Said Curmi has been working at SME Chamber for the past 26 years. As Membership Relations Executive, she responsible for all Chamber's members. Her responsibilities include listening to and identifying members' diverse issues and carry these to the respective committees/CEO. She meets and liaises with all new members to ensure that they are involved and assisted. Ms. Said Curmi communicates information to members, including Government decisions affecting members. Additionally Ms. Said Curmi organises and attends committee meetings while assisting in the organisation of meetings, events and conferences. She maintains membership records and process collection of renewal subscriptions. On certain issues Ms. Said Curmi brings together diverse members to help create new sections within the Associations. Ms. Said Curmi also holds the license of Insurance Intermediary a service which the SME Chamber offers to members at a discounted rate. Other responsibilities include the preparation for investigations related to issues, respond to queries, assist and in helping the association achieve its overall mission and in giving our members a positive customer service experience.

Marcel Mizzi

Mr. Mizzi has held the position of Vice president for the past couple of years and is mainly responsible with handling all Finance and Administration relations within the Malta Chamber of SMEs. Marcel Mizzi successfully managed various businesses including various retail and service enterprises throughout the years. Today, he is a qualified ICT consultant and an Internet application solution provider. Mr. Mizzi is involved in sustainable waste management solutions and hold the positions of Chairman within WEEE Malta Ltd. and a board member of GreenMT, both subsidiaries of the SME Chamber. Mr. Mizzi is also a board member of Energy Malta Ltd and Business 1st. Additionaly Mr. Mizzi in his capacity as Vice-President is a board member Malta Trade Fair Corporation, board member on Premju Servizz bi Tbissima, Representative for Maltese SMEs on eInvoicing within the EU Commission, board member of the Cloud Forum, a member the eSkills Malta Foundation, board member Enterprise Consultative Council and a judge on the eBusiness Awards (MCA).

Mario Ciantar

Job Titles:
  • Council Member Contact / Cargo Handling, Freight Forwarding, Customs Clearance, Crane Hire, Heavy Lifts, Project Cargo, Packing and Storage

Marthese Micallef

A chartered accountant by profession, Ms. Micallef has been serving the SME Chamber Council for the past 3 years and represents retail shops in the toiletries and food stuff. Through her expertise in the subject, Ms Micallef also gives her input on financial and fiscal measures.

Michael Galea

Job Titles:
  • Member of the SME Chamber Council
Mr. Galea has been a member of the SME Chamber Council for the past 15 years, having held different positions within the council. Mr. Galea is today Vice President for districts and localities. In his capacity as SME Chamber Council Member, Mr. Galea is a board member of Malta Energy Ltd and represents the SME Chamber on the Gozo Regional Committee. Mr. Galea also represents Malta on the EU Commission Committee for the free movement of persons. As a seasoned entrepreneur owning a number a number of businesses ranging from Real Estate to Sale of Motor Vehicles, Mr. Galea mainly represents the interests of Gozitan businesses on the SME Chamber Council.

Mr. Paul Abela - CEO, President

Job Titles:
  • CEO
  • President
Mr. Paul Abela has been President of the Malta Chamber of SMEs since 2007. As President Mr. Abela is tasked with managing and overseeing the Council work throughout the year. Coupled with a number of years managing various business ventures, currently Mr. Abela occupies the position of Chairman of Business First. Mr. Abela is also Chairman for Green MT and is a director various SME Chamber subsidiaries in particular on the WEEE Malta Ltd., Malta Energy Ltd. And the Malta Trade Fair Corporation. In his capacity as SME Chamber President, on a national level, Mr. Abela is also a of board member of the Malta Enterprise Investment committee, board member of the Malta Development Bank, board member of the Malta Maritime Forum and a board member of the Central Business District Foundation. As an individual, Mr Abela is skilled and expert in business planning and strategy, change management and negotiation.

Ms. Joan Haber

Ms. Joan Haber has held different positions within the SME Chamber and on different boards including the of Vice-President for Training and Development, Chairperson of Employment Tribunal, Users Committee member within the Planning Authority and a member of the National Employment Authority. Ms. Haber today sits on the board as a council member and mainly represents the Craft Sector and the Weddings & Events sector within the SME Chamber. Additionally Ms. Haber in her capacity as Council Member represents Malta on the Advisory Committee for Vocational Training within the EU Commission.

Nathalie Attard

Ms. Attard assist in the overall administrative duties required and Is particularly in charge with keeping members data up to date with the correct details. Additionally Ms. Attard assists the Members' Relations Executive with the day to day upkeep of memberships and renewals.

Patrick Cutajar

Mr. Cutajar is tasked with handling the general Training and Development of Malta Chamber of SMEs council and its members. He has been a member of the SME Chamber for more than 22 years. and has occupied various positions . Mr. Cutajar represents the IT Sector.

Philip Fenech

Having been part of the Council for over 25 years Mr. Fenech currently holds the position of Deputy President and mainly represents the Tourism, Hospitality and Leisure sectors within the SME Chamber. Mr. Fenech is also the representative of the Malta Council for Economic and Social Development and the Building Industry Consultative Council (BICC). Mr. Fenech also holds the position of Chairman within the St. Julians / Paceville Town Centre Management. Additionally Mr. Fenech represents the town centre management on the Traffic Management Committee within Transport Malta, the Foundation for Tourism Zones Development being involved in a number of different AdHoc working groups and committees within the Malta Tourism Authority (MTA) and is an alternative member on the Planning Authority Users Committee.

Robert Micallef

Mr. Micallef joined the SME Chamber in 2020 and represents Educational Institutions and Office Supplies industry within the Council. In 2022 he was elected as Vice-President responsible for Training & Development.

Sergio Camilleri

Mr. Camilleri mainly handles sectors within the Malta Chamber of SMEs and is currently President of the Fuel Stations Committee. Additionally Mr. Camilleri also represents Auto Parts, Auto Dealers, Car Rental & Leasing and Panel Beaters on the Council.