SCC strengthens SME support through customer engagement programmes
Published on: Mon, Apr 28, 2025 Text Size: George (middle) poses with the recipients of SCC's CSR contributions at the event. Sabah Credit Corporation (SCC) strengthened its commitment to empowering small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and fostering closer ties with customers through its Customer Day, SME Empowerment Programme, and Hari Raya Aidilfitri celebration at Alamesra DCC on Monday. SCC Chief Executive Officer Datuk George Taitim Tulas said the event, held as part of the SCC 70th Anniversary Roadshow, aimed to bring the corporation closer to communities across Sabah. He said SCC not only provides financing but also guides entrepreneurs in financial management, loan application processes, and business opportunities to boost competitiveness. Through the SME Empowerment Programme and Customer Day, SCC created direct engagement platforms for customer feedback, helping enhance service quality and maintain relevance in the evolving economic landscape. George reaffirmed SCC's commitment to advancing the state's socio-economic development by empowering entrepreneurship, expanding financing access, adopting new technologies, and ensuring initiatives are inclusive and people-centric. * Follow us on Instagram and join our Telegram and/or WhatsApp channel(s) for the latest news you don't want to miss. * Do you have access to the Daily Express e-paper and online exclusive news? Check out subscription plans available.
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