In an increasingly complex and interconnected world, the Global SME Business Home (GSBH) allows businesses from around the world and in every sector to exchange experiences, address common challenges and prosper. Strategically located in Switzerland, a global hub of finance and innovation, GSBH offers members a variety of opportunities to forge impactful collaborations. Through curated events, workshops, and networking opportunities, GSBH fosters a welcome environment to encourage knowledge exchange and skill enhancement.
Members benefit from access to technological insights, market intelligence and emerging trends, enabling them to stay ahead in an increasingly complex economic and political landscape. Moreover, GSBH's commitment to sustainability and ethical business practices underscores its dedication to help members to achieve responsible growth and development.
GSBH also supports small and medium-sized enterprises by providing them with a platform to expand their global footprint. Additionally, GSBH extends its support to students through various programs aimed at nurturing talent, fostering mentorship opportunities, and preparing the next generation of leaders to tackle the challenges of tomorrow's world.
The Global SME Business Home 2024 was inaugurated in a grand ceremony at Gulshan in the capital by its founder, Anis Khan, and Vice President Roman Sommerau. The event's keynote address was delivered by Syed Alamgir, an icon of Bangladesh's corporate sector.
Other distinguished guests included Energypac's Managing Director Humayun Rashid, bdjobs Founder and CEO A. K. M. Fahim Mashroor, Shwapno's Managing Director Sabbir Hasan Nasir, eCourier Founder Biplob Ghosh Rahul, ACI Consumer Brands' Chief Business Officer Md. Quamrul Hassan, Matribhumi Group Director Mohammad Zahirul Islam, and Grameen Digital Health's Chief Marketing Officer Hasibul Hasan Tanim.
Additionally, notable attendees included Major General Abul Kalam Mohammad Ziaur Rahman, Executive Chairman of Bangladesh Export Processing Zones Authority (BEPZA), retired Major General Md. Nazrul Islam, Dr. Md. Abu Sayed, and retired Lieutenant Colonel Abu Ayub Hasan, among others.
The Global SME Business Home aims to establish a global network for Bangladeshi businesses and entrepreneurs, facilitating investments, exports, and imports. A dynamic panel discussion was held to highlight innovative strategies and mutual growth opportunities, encouraging collaboration between prominent international and Bangladeshi business leaders.
The event was supported by Intrapass and was coordinated by the Operations Chief of the Global SME Business Home (Bangladesh), Niazul Islam Rony.