Small and medium businesses in the Philippines account for approximately 99 percent of commercial establishments in the country but, likewise, are the most vulnerable segment to the challenges posed by COVID-19. Business owners struggle to remain afloat as lockdowns prevent their customers from buying their goods and services. Now with the government considering easing restrictions, it is also drawing up lending programs, such as credit restructuring and microfinancing, for these affected entrepreneurs and in a bid to jumpstart the backbone of the economy.

Join us at this webinar as we invite the Development Bank of the Philippines, the Small Business Corporation, and the Agricultural Credit Policy Council as they walk us through the different loan facilities available for MSMEs and those engaged in Agribusiness.

PROVISIONAL PROGRAM

2:00 - 2:05 PM

Opening Remarks and Introduction of Speakers

2:05 - 2:25 PM

Development Bank of the Philippines Presentation (DBP'S RESPONSE)

Mr. Emmanuel G. Herbosa

President and CEO

Development Bank of the Philippines

2:25 – 2:40 PM

Small Business Corp. Presentation (COVID19 P3-ERF)

Mr. Frank Lloyd C. Gonzaga

Group Head – Planning and Advocacy

Small Business Corporation

2:40 - 2:55 PM

Agricultural Credit Policy Council (SURE Aid Program)

Mr. Noel Clarence M. Ducusin

Chief of the Program Development Division

Agricultural Credit Policy Council

2:55 -3:25 PM

OPEN FORUM

3:30 PM

End of Program & Announcements

Admission Fee:

FREE for NordCham Members for this session

1000 PHP for non-members for this session