Samoa Association of Manufacturers and Exporters appoints Dr. Seuseu Tauati as new Chief Executive Officer. His appointment was finalized by the newly elected Executive Committee of SAME in June 2026.
Dr Seuseu brings more than 15 years of senior management experience—including 9 years as a Chief Executive Officer across government and scientific institutions in Samoa.
He stands out as a transformative person, equipped to drive Samoa’s manufacturing and export sectors to new heights.
He holds a PhD in Molecular Biology and Phytopathology from the University of Bristol, UK, a Masters in Bio-Resources Science from the University of Kochi, Japan and a Bachelor and Diploma in Agriculture from the University of the South Pacific, Samoa.
The newly elected SAME Executive Committee expressed confidence that Dr. Seuseu’s passion for innovation, sustainable manufacturing, and multilateral stakeholder partnerships will deliver invaluable strategic direction for the association.
Under his leadership, SAME is poised to aggressively expand international market access for Samoan enterprises and optimize regional trade networks. SAME recently elected its new executive council, led by President Tapunu’u Pitovaomanaia Mayday LHing. Serving alongside her in key executive roles are Vice President Lemauga Masoe Charlie Vaai, Treasurer Anish Chandra and Executive Secretary Sabrina Percival.
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