PhilStar Media Group’s Nakakalocal kicks off...
commended PhilStar Media Group for taking the crucial step in offering media support to the endeavors of SMEs, expressing his satisfaction with their commitment to highlighting the accomplishments of small businesses.
“We, in DTI (Department of Trade and Industry), are fully supportive of SMEs. Marami kaming programa. In the provinces, meron kaming Negosyo Center to provide support to SMEs. Meron din kaming financing support through the small business corporation,” Pascual said.
Meanwhile, former Trade and Industry Secretary and SM Investments Corporation independent director Ramon Lopez, cited Nakakalocal for promoting innovation and upholding global standards for Philippine products.
“Congratulations Miguel Belmonte and Lucien for coming up with this amazing concept of Nakakalocal. We share the advocacy of helping ang ating mga kababayan, mga SMEs, small and medium enterprises,” Lopez said.
The ribbon-cutting ceremony was attended by PhilStar Media Group CEO Miguel Belmonte, Dy Tioco, Ramon Lopez, and Aboitiz Power Corp. corporate affairs vice president Suiee Suarez.
And true to its promise, Nakakalocal opened a door of possibilities to its roster of SMEs for their growth and expansion.
As Nakakalocal Year 2 begins, Filipinos are invited to indulge in a captivating display of extraordinary talent, unparalleled craftsmanship, and a rich diversity of products that embody the true essence of Filipino ingenuity.
*** “NakakaBazaar: The Nakakalocal Grand Fair” is co-presented by AboitizPower, Angkas, Ortigas Land, RCBC, Toyota, Robinsons Malls, SM Supermalls, VistaMall, Megaworld Lifestyle Malls, Globe, Avida, GCash, PLDT, San Miguel Corporation, Shell, Trimotors, BDO, Entrego, HP, Salutare, and SGV.
Partner organizations are DTI, Go Negosyo, Ayala Enterprise Circle, PILI, Rush, Yabang Pinoy, Virnew, Olearn, and Startup Village.
Media partners are One News, Page One, GMA 7 and ABS-CBN.