On November 24, 2024, GEN Bangladesh hosted a coffee meeting with Ms. Sarmin Atik, Head of Liability & Wealth Management at Eastern Bank Limited (EBL). This meeting centered on exploring innovative solutions and collaborative strategies to empower Small And Medium Enterprises (SMEs) across Bangladesh.
Discussions included addressing key challenges faced by entrepreneurs, developing SME-focused financial products, and fostering a stronger connection between the banking sector and the entrepreneurial ecosystem. This partnership reflects a shared commitment to driving sustainable growth and innovation in Bangladesh's SME sector.
Stay tuned for updates on potential joint initiatives from this promising collaboration!
About Eastern Bank Limited : Eastern Bank PLC. is a private commercial bank headquartered in Dhaka, Bangladesh. It was established on 8 August 1992, as a public limited company with limited liability under the Bank Companies Act of 1991. Its share are listed in the Dhaka Stock Exchange and the Chittagong Stock Exchange. The bank provides products and services in retail banking, corporate finance, asset management, equity brokerage and security. It has 87 branches and 214 ATMs in Bangladesh and employs around 3000 employees.
Eastern Bank PLC. is going to open its first overseas full-fledged branch in Calcutta, India. This branch in India will be its first foreign branch outside of Bangladesh. Presently, EBL has a subsidiary in Hong Kong named EBL Finance (HK) Limited and a representative office in Myanmar. EBL opened its third representative office on the Chinese mainland in Guangzhou on September 29, 2019.
About GEN Bangladesh: Global Entrepreneurship Network Bangladesh (GEN Bangladesh) is a chapter of the Global Entrepreneurship Network, a global platform that connects entrepreneurs, investors, researchers, policymakers, and entrepreneurial support organizations in over 200 countries. GEN Bangladesh is committed to fostering innovation, creating opportunities, and empowering entrepreneurs to turn their ideas into impactful ventures.
Through initiatives such as Global Entrepreneurship Week, bootcamps, training programs, and strategic collaborations with educational institutions, GEN Bangladesh works to strengthen the entrepreneurial ecosystem in the country. The organization aims to inspire a new generation of entrepreneurs by providing access to global resources, mentorship, and networks, enabling them to thrive in a competitive and interconnected world.
By partnering with universities, corporations, and government entities, GEN Bangladesh is building a robust ecosystem that supports entrepreneurial growth, economic development, and societal progress.
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