MSMEs all geared to bounce back stronger with SM

July 25, 2020 Community Billboard

SM puts the spotlight on its thousands of micro, small and medium enterprise (MSME)- partners through its campaign “Kasama ng SM,” a collective effort across the company to provide immediate and long-term solutions to help businesses bounce back better.
“The Covid-19 pandemic impacted businesses, especially our MSME partners and the livelihood of many people throughout our network of services,” said Steven Tan, President of SM Supermalls.
“Indeed, these extraordinary circumstances need practical solutions to ensure business continuity for everyone.” SM Supermalls kicked off “Kasama ng SM” with Farmers Produce, which helps farmers sell directly to SM customers, local food producers and to the 180 restaurant members of RestoPH.
“Because of the pandemic, the livelihood of farmers has been affected,” explained Agriculture Secretary William Dar. “This will help farmers sell their produce to the consuming public and give shoppers the chance to buy fresh and nutritious items.
Desiree Macaraeg, one of the farmer entrepreneurs said, “I’m very happy, several restaurant owners came by.” She is excited and grateful for the opportunity to bounce back. Farmers Produce started its caravan last July 3 at SM Aura and will continue to go around SM Malls in Metro Manila until December 2020.