The Khalifa Fund for Enterprise Development has launched an online community to help small and medium enterprises in Abu Dhabi, local reports have said.
The network, called the AD SME Tribe, is expected to enable the growth of enterprises through community-focused guidance and meaningful connections.
The new initiative reportedly aims to create a dedicated community through which SMEs can connect with stakeholders, such as service providers, policymakers, and Abu Dhabi’s priority sector leaders.
Through a series of three 90-minute virtual meetups and four workshops, SMEs can access expert advice with thought-provoking discussions, ideas and innovation to bolster their business, said the local reports.
The first meet-up, via the online platform, is scheduled for October 18, following the second on November 15 and the third on December 14.
Themed questions to be raised in the sessions include most memorable moments of the business, what worked and what could be improved, and the kind of business solutions that could resonate the most with customers.
Khalifa Fund, through the AD SME Tribe, will reportedly support enterprises across four pillars that will offer a hub to connect, engage, collaborate, transform and grow; opportunities to foster relationships among industry leaders; access to experts, buyers and knowledge; and new ideas through access to technology and innovation.
Mouza Al Nasri, Acting CEO of Khalifa Fund for Enterprise Development, was quoted by the reports as saying: “SMEs make a substantial impact on business turnover.”
By bringing professional minds together, the fund was “enabling SMEs to develop skills that reflect those demands,” she added.