1. Introducing SME
Connecting and Supporting Small and Medium Enterprises SME 2013 is a nonprofit program designed to help and support small and medium-sized businesses in Vietnam through direct mentoring, talk shows and café sharing sessions. The program is endorsed by the U.S. Consulate and sponsored by IBM.
2. SME activities in 2013
– Direct Mentoring: Small and medium-sized businesses will have private consulting sessions with senior leaders from major corporations and companies. Discussions focus on sharing experience about difficulties facing young businesses, as well as skills and current economic issues.
– Discussion (Talkshow): Small and medium-sized businesses joining the program can attend discussions among reputable Vietnamese business owners, offering multiple perspectives and solutions on practical topics essential to businesses today.
3. Who can participate.
– Leaders and managers in Vietnamese businesses that have been operating for 1 to 5 years.
– Need advice on resolving difficulties facing their business or project.
– Aspire to grow a strong business and build a network of Vietnamese businesses
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4. Register to participate.
To become members, candidates will go through 2 main rounds:
SME Networking and Mentoring Program
Email: contact@smevietnam.org | Website: www.smevietnam.org
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/smevietnam.org
Vound 1: Application screening
Applicants are asked to provide basic personal information and details about their project/company’s operations. They must also answer short questions about their passions and career direction.
Application form: http://smevietnam.org/dang-ky-tham-gia/
Vound 2: Direct presentation (Pitching)
Applicants will present their businesses directly to the advisory board. The board will select the 60 most suitable businesses in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City to join the SME 2013 program.
5. Program schedule
– Applications Accepted:
17/4 – 10/6/2013
– Direct presentation:
20/6/2013
– Participate in seminars, discussions, and small-group consultations:
1/7/2013 – 18/1/2014
6. Contact
Website: www.smevietnam.org
Email: contact@smevietnam.org
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/smevietnam.org
Hotline: 0918 785 188 (Ms Linh)
SME Networking and Mentoring Program
Email: contact@smevietnam.org | Website: www.smevietnam.org
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/smevietnam.org
