The 14th Philippine Small and Medium Enterprises Business Expo (PHILSME), described as the biggest business-to-business (B2B) expo, conference, and networking platform in the country, has kicked off at the SMX Convention Center in Pasay City.

About 10,000 individuals registered to attend the two-day (May 10-11) event, highlighted as a one-stop-shop of business solutions to help SMEs, start-ups, and entrepreneurs boost their business growth, link with other businesses, and foster new relationships, according to event organizer, Mediacom Solutions.

Up to 180 companies and businesses engaged in finance, banking, advertising, healthcare, franchising, tourism, logistics, telecommunications, and several other services are participating in the event.

Also attending are entrepreneurs, top-level executives, business owners and investors who will be seeking products to grow and scale their businesses.

The PHILSME was initiated by Mediacom Solutions founder David Abrenilla, who had said, “SMEs comprise the largest sector of businesses in the Philippines. Being the backbone of the Philippine economy, we should help them succeed. This is the very reason why PHILSME has been concepted, to give SMEs the platform to grow and develop. With our SME enablers growing each edition offering the newest business solutions and opportunities, PHILSME will continue its mission to strengthen entrepreneurship and business here in the country.”

David’s widow, Trixie Esguerra-Abrenilla, now leads the company as its Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and Managing Director.

Esguerra-Abrenilla said, “Our commitment extends beyond the expo. We strive to continue supporting SMEs by helping them become aware of the latest business solutions, sharing exclusive offers they can take advantage of from various service providers, and providing them exclusive opportunities for the PHILSME Business Network.”

She shared that she intends to continue her husband’s legacy in supporting SMEs.

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