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<div><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/17223997691951722399765816.png" class="fr-fic fr-dii" style="width:950px"/><span id="isPasted" style="color:rgb(65, 65, 65);letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;white-space:normal;background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-color:initial;display:inline !important;float:none">Hopeful entrepreneurs queue for assistance at SM City Pampanga. Photo source: SM Supermalls </div>SM Supermalls and the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) have teamed up to support Micro-, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) affected by Typhoon Carina. The DTI-SM MSME Calamity Recovery Care Center offers a comprehensive suite of services designed to help businesses stay afloat, recover, and rebuild.<div>  <img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/17223924044301722392402953.png" class="fr-fic fr-dii" style="width:950px"/><span id="isPasted" style="color:rgb(65, 65, 65);letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;white-space:normal;background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-color:initial;display:inline !important;float:none">The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI)-SM Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSME) Calamity Recovery Care Center in SM City Baguio and more than 20 malls offer support and services for local businesses. Photo source: SM Supermalls </div>Located in more than 20 SM Malls across Metro Manila and typhoon-stricken provinces, these centers provide a safe place and supportive environment for MSMEs to continue operations. With free Wi-Fi, charging stations, and phone access, entrepreneurs may maintain communication with clients and suppliers, ensuring business continuity.<div><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/17223923981281722392397099.png" class="fr-fic fr-dii" style="width:950px"/>SM City Grand Central and more than 20 SM Malls offer business continuity solutions for Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs). Photo source: SM Supermalls </div>Recognizing the financial challenges faced by affected MSMEs, the Care Centers, through DTI, offer recovery assistance through DTI&#x27;s Pangkabuhayan sa Pagbangon at Ginhawa (PPG) Program, subject to eligibility and documentary requirements, and to also explore MSME loan programs from (Small Business) SB Corporation to jumpstart recovery efforts. Additionally, DTI business counselors are on-site to provide expert guidance on recovery strategies and business continuity planning.<div><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/17223923579431722392354610.jpeg" class="fr-fic fr-dii" style="width:950px"/><span id="isPasted" style="color:rgb(65, 65, 65);letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;white-space:normal;background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-color:initial;display:inline !important;float:none">A local entrepreneur seeks business recovery guidance at SM City Olongapo Central. Photo source: SM Supermalls </div>The DTI-SM MSME Calamity Recovery Care Center is a pioneering initiative, serving as an alternative to the advisory and counseling services provided by DTI Negosyo Service Centers, helping ensure continuous support despite the typhoon&#x27;s impact. This collaborative effort follows the Memorandum of Understanding signed by SM and DTI Secretary Alfredo Pascual last July 1, which formalized the partnership to support MSMEs in times of crisis.<div><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/17223990975911722399093653.png" style="width:950px" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/><span id="isPasted" style="color:rgb(65, 65, 65);letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;white-space:normal;background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-color:initial;display:inline !important;float:none">The Calamity Recovery Care Center at SM City Taytay provides a supportive environment for Micro-, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) to continue operations. Photo source: SM Supermalls </div>By providing essential support to help business owners get back on their feet, the DTI-SM MSME Calamity Recovery Care Center is more than just a relief effort; it is a catalyst for economic recovery and nation-building.<div><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/17223923575271722392354684.jpeg" class="fr-fic fr-dii" style="width:950px"/><span id="isPasted" style="color:rgb(65, 65, 65);letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;white-space:normal;background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-color:initial;display:inline !important;float:none">A business owner affected by the recent calamity seeks support at the Calamity Recovery Care Center in SM City Manila. Photo source: SM Supermalls </div>SM Supermalls, owned by SM Prime Holdings, is dedicated to helping Filipino entrepreneurs succeed. For businesses needing assistance, visit this <a href="https://www.facebook.com/share/v/ETtUaUadfVMgXbYb/?mibextid=WC7FNe">link</a> for the list of participating malls.To join SM Supermalls&#x27; marketplace across over 80 malls nationwide, go to <a href="http://www.smsupermalls.com/sm-for-msmes/">www.smsupermalls.com/sm-for-msmes/</a> to download the MSME application or email <a href="mailto:customercare@smsupermalls.com">customercare@smsupermalls.com</a>.<div> </div>

SM Supermalls and DTI have launched MSME Calamity Recovery Care Centers for businesses affected by Typhoon Carina.

SM Supermalls and DTI have launched MSME Calamity Recovery Care Centers for businesses affected by Typhoon Carina.

Mall chain teams up with DTI for MSME recovery efforts

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Published July 31, 2024 03:46 PM PHT

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