Washington D.C, Feb 27, 2025 –
Beltone SMEs, a subsidiary of Beltone Holding - has joined the SME Finance Forum as the global membership network’s latest member. The 300+ members/affiliates of the Forum are SME financing experts operating in 190 countries who share the common goal of expanding access to finance to small businesses worldwide through knowledge exchange and innovation.
"SME Finance Forum is delighted to welcome the distinguished subsidiary of Beltone Holding, It is with great pleasure I welcome Beltone SMEs to SME Finance Forum. Beltone SMEs's unwavering commitment to expanding its operations and supporting Egypt’s vibrant small and medium enterprises (SME) sector aligns perfectly with our mission to empower SMEs globally. Their expertise and dedication will undoubtedly bring valuable insights and significant contributions to our shared goals.," said Qamar Saleem, Head of SME Finance Forum.
Beltone SMEs offers tailored financing solutions for a wide range of products and services. Committed to client-centricity and innovation, Beltone SMEs empowers small and medium-sized enterprises to thrive in today's dynamic market. The company's mission is to support SME growth and development by providing the necessary financial tools and resources to achieve their goals. In Augst 2024, Beltone SMEs received a Small to Medium Enterprises Finance License from the Financial Regulatory Authority in Egypt.
Ashraf Abdelfattah, CEO of Beltone SMEs, commented: "Joining the SME Finance Forum is a strategic step in advancing Beltone SMEs’ mission to drive financial inclusion and economic growth. As part of this global network, we gain access to invaluable insights, partnerships, and innovations that will strengthen our ability to empower Egypt’s SMEs. Through this collaboration, we aim to contribute to shaping industry best practices and driving sustainable growth within the sector. We look forward to leveraging this platform to accelerate our impact and support the broader SME ecosystem."
SME Finance Forum: Innovation & Partnership for MSMEs Growth
The SME Finance Forum, backed by G20 and IFC/World Bank, is the leading global network of 300+ members/affiliates operating in 190 countries. Network comprises of SME focused institutions providing and enabling finance and services- banks, non-banks financial institutions, fintech, payment platforms, development institutions, credit guarantee companies, insurers, investment funds, supply chain linked players, banking and SME associations, policy advocates, regulators, academia, consulting houses, knowledge aggregators.
Our member, affiliates, and associated stakeholders benefit from learning/replicating best practices from across the world, innovating new products for business growth, acquiring risk mitigation tools, establishing partnerships, attracting investors, and being recognized amongst a peer group of global innovators. Our products consist of “members only” solutions (like innovation hubs, solutions clinics, peer group networks, study tours, specialized tools and trainings, member portal repository, partnered initiatives) as well as public good services (200+ publications library, 500+ videos, webinars, newsletters, trainings, annual awards, annual event etc.)
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About Beltone SMEs
Beltone SMEs offers tailored financing solutions for a wide range of products and services. Committed to client-centricity and innovation, Beltone SMEs empowers small and medium-sized enterprises to thrive in today's dynamic market. The company's mission is to support SME growth and development by providing the necessary financial tools and resources to achieve their goals. In Augst 2024, Beltone SMEs received a Small to Medium Enteirprises Finance License from the Financial Regulatory Authority.
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