“Follow the money” – GO-Invest Head urges Private Sector to align with Govt’s vision

– as 7th edition of “Who’s Who in Guyana” Business Directory launched

Chief Investment Officer and Head of the Guyana Office for Investment (GO-Invest), Dr Peter Ramsaroop is urging private sector stakeholders to align themselves with the five-year development plan outlined by President Dr Irfaan Ali and his Administration.
He emphasised the importance of actively exploring the growing range of investment opportunities emerging across the country.

Speaking at the launch of the seventh edition of the “Who’s Who in Guyana” Business Directory, held at the Guyana Marriott Hotel on Monday evening, Dr Ramsaroop noted that companies which embraced the Government’s vision five years ago are now seeing significant returns from its successful rollout.
“If you follow where Government was putting its money, you now have a great opportunity to invest, and what we’ve seen happen over the last five years is that companies have taken that challenge and made it a reality.”

He further highlighted that the next five years promise to be another dynamic and transformative period in Guyana’s history, urging the private sector to seize the new opportunities that are expected to emerge.
“When the President speaks about something simple like transport economics, and you think of what that means, and you think of port development and the movement of goods and the road to Brazil and the deep port and aluminium plant, what does that bring? It brings a whole logistics sector that we’re now learning to develop; it brings the new maritime sector, how to transport goods; it brings manufacturing because we’re reducing energy in half in the next few months.”
He also noted that when the President outlines key priorities – such as establishing Guyana as a hub for energy, climate action, and food security – the private sector must take a strategic approach in identifying and capitalising on the investment opportunities linked to these national goals.

“Follow the money. You’re here to make money; you’re the private sector. The Government is here to enable, make sure the rules and regulations are in place, set the tone, ensure our services are digitised, make sure we see the future as quickly as you see it, and work together to make our economy one of the greatest economies we will witness in the next five years,” he posited.
Publisher of the “Who’s Who in Guyana” Business Directory Dr Vishnu Doerga reflected on the conceptualisation of the magazine: “When we started this journey, the goal was simple and ambitious at the same time: to create a trusted bridge between credible companies and serious decision-makers here and across the region. That bridge keeps getting stronger because of the valuable people in this room.”
Since its launch, the Business Directory has established itself as the go-to resource for investors, entrepreneurs, and professionals navigating the country’s growing economy.
Each year, more than 10,000 printed copies are distributed across the public and private sectors, as well as to embassies, trade missions, and international conferences. The directory’s online platform also garners over two million annual visits, underscoring its rising significance as a digital hub for B2B networking and investment insights.
The 2026 edition, which features the new Bharrat Jagdeo Demerara River Bridge on its cover, showcases over 200 companies spanning key sectors such as energy, ICT, manufacturing, finance, agriculture, tourism, and construction.
Speaking at the launch, Minister of Tourism, Industry and Commerce Susan Rodrigues described the directory as “a living instrument of national development, a collective of enterprise, and a symbol of Guyana’s modern economic identity.”
She commended the publication for “helping local actors project themselves globally, attract credible partnerships, and strengthen the scaffolding for sustained growth across all sectors.”
The Minister further highlighted Government efforts to digitise services, improve ease of business, and diversify the economy beyond traditional industries, underscoring that “Guyana is open for business and ready to work with the world.”
International keynote speaker Kaplan Mobray delivered an inspiring address titled “The Power of Corporate Identity: To Grow Your Business”, urging attendees to “be the bridge for growth” and to define clear standards of excellence for their brands.
“Great brands have standards,” he said, “and it’s that standard that shapes investment, trust, and opportunity. Growth is not a post; it’s a promise, and every business here has the chance to be a reward, not just available.” His presentation encouraged the business community to embrace collaboration, purpose, and the mindset of possibility in driving sustainable growth.
British High Commissioner to Guyana, Jane Miller, also praised the publication’s influence, noting that this is the fifth edition she has supported since the start of her tenure.
She commended Who’s Who in Guyana for “amplifying Guyana’s voice on the global business stage” and for “shaping international perceptions of a country that is not only rich in opportunity but strong in enterprise.”
Produced by ActionINVEST Caribbean Inc, the “Who’s Who” has become the premier platform for corporate visibility, investor engagement, and industry networking.
Through its print and digital editions, the publication highlights the achievements of Guyana’s leading businesses and offers reliable, accessible information for both local and international stakeholders.