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Thrilled to announce the SME Finance Forum's win WBG KNOWbel Awards

Thrilled to announce the SME Finance Forum's win WBG KNOWbel Awards

Washington D.C. June 1st, 2023 - The SME Finance Forum is proud to announce its recent victory at the KNOWbel Awards, a World Bank Group program that recognizes teams and individuals who utilize knowledge to drive better business outcomes and foster a productive knowledge culture. This esteemed accolade underscores the power of collaboration and would not have been possible without the unwavering support of our valued Members and Industry Partners.

The SME Finance Forum extends its heartfelt gratitude to all those who contributed to this significant achievement. Together, we have exemplified the true essence of teamwork, combining diverse skills and perspectives to deliver remarkable results. This award not only validates our collective efforts but also reinforces the positive impact we have made in accelerating access to finance for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) worldwide.

At the SME Finance Forum, we believe in the transformative power of collaboration, and this win further underscores our commitment to promoting inclusive economic growth. By bringing together financial institutions, technology providers, and development finance institutions, we have created a vibrant ecosystem that drives innovation and addresses the unique challenges faced by SMEs. Our goal is to foster an enabling environment that empowers SMEs to thrive and contribute to sustainable economic development.

Looking ahead, we are excited to invite you to join us at the upcoming Global SME Finance Forum in Mumbai in September 2023, where we will continue to build upon this momentum.

Join us in celebrating this remarkable achievement, and let us continue to work hand in hand toward a future of inclusive prosperity.

About SME Finance Forum:

The SME Finance Forum is a global membership network that brings together financial institutions, technology providers, and development finance institutions to share knowledge, foster innovation, and collaborate on initiatives to improve access to finance for small and medium-sized enterprises. Through research, capacity building, and advocacy, the SME Finance Forum works to create an enabling environment for SMEs to thrive and contribute to sustainable economic growth.

More information please Contact: SME Finance Forum <smefinanceforum@ifc.org>

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