DFCC Bank PLC has forged a strategic alliance with the National Chamber of Commerce of Sri Lanka (NCCSL) to enhance its commitment to fostering business development and improving market access for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).
This partnership signifies a new approach to supporting SMEs. While securing financing remains crucial, it is now recognized that additional support is necessary. Businesses are increasingly seeking comprehensive assistance, including expert guidance, market connections, and strategies to navigate evolving economic landscapes more effectively.
In collaboration with the NCCSL, DFCC Bank aims to integrate these essential components systematically. This initiative will provide SMEs with opportunities to participate in export-focused workshops, financial literacy initiatives, and business advisory services, all designed to refine decision-making processes, bolster operational strength, and ready businesses for growth.
Market access is a vital aspect of this initiative. Through the From Sri Lanka (FSL) platform, customers of DFCC Bank will be able to present their products and services to a broader audience, facilitating connections with both domestic and international buyers.
This strategy aligns with DFCC Bank’s mission to promote growth through a more interconnected ecosystem, where finance, expertise, and market access function collaboratively. By integrating these elements more closely with customer needs, businesses can transition more confidently from a stable footing to a scaling operation.
Through this partnership with NCCSL, DFCC Bank is reinforcing its role in nurturing SMEs, not solely as a financial partner but also as a growth facilitator, assisting businesses in seizing opportunities while addressing the challenges of an increasingly complex business environment.
Photo caption: From Left to Right – Ms. Thilini Dilshani – Executive, Event Management, NCC; Mrs. Nilupul Chandrasena – Secretary General/CEO, NCC; Mr. Chamika Godamanna – Honorary Treasurer, NCC; Mr. Anura Warnakulasooriya – President, NCC; Mr. Thimal Perera – Director/CEO, DFCC Bank; Mr. Shamindra Marcelline – Deputy CEO, DFCC Bank; Mr. Pradeep De Alwis – Vice President, Head of Business Banking, DFCC Bank; Mr. Jude Muttiah – Assistant Vice President, Business Banking, DFCC Bank; and Mr. Koushall Vian – Assistant Relationship Manager, Business Banking, DFCC Bank.
Source: Financial Chronicle Biz English | Sri Lanka Business News.
