Brac Bank offers free business advisory sessions at SME fair
BRAC Bank has set up a dedicated SME Solution Clinic at the 12th National SME Product Fair 2025, offering complimentary one-to-one consultations for entrepreneurs on modern business management.
The eight-day initiative runs from 7 to 14 December, 2025, with each day focusing on a specialised theme delivered by industry experts, business strategists, and BRAC Bank's specialist teams.
Industries Adviser Adilur Rahman Khan formally inaugurated the country's largest SME exposition, organised by the SME Foundation under the Ministry of Industries, on 7 December, 2025 at the Bangladesh–China Friendship Exhibition Centre in Agargaon, Dhaka.
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As a long-standing financier and promoter of the SME sector, BRAC Bank is marking this year's fair with a comprehensive consultation programme aimed at strengthening the skills and competitiveness of entrepreneurs.
On the opening day, Aminul Islam, founder and CEO of Shahin's Helpline, advised entrepreneurs on essential business documentation, while Munir Hasan of the Bangladesh Open Source Network provided strategic business counselling.
On 8 December, BRAC Bank's trade specialists will brief SMEs on export readiness and global market entry.
On 9 December, Emrajina Islam, founder of 360, will demonstrate how artificial intelligence can be used to streamline operations and boost productivity.
On 10 December, experts from Sheba Platform Limited will conduct training on smart bookkeeping and e-commerce management tools.
On 11 December, Nazib Rafi, founder of WIT Institute, will guide participants on effective digital marketing.
On 12 December, Sajjad Hossain, founder and lead consultant of BDpreneur, will share insights on business planning and operational discipline.
On 13 December, BRAC Bank's credit risk management team will help entrepreneurs assess loan eligibility and prepare for formal financing.
The consultation series will conclude on 14 December with a dedicated advisory session for women entrepreneurs led by BRAC Bank Tara, focusing on business setup, management, and scaling strategies.
Additional Managing Director and Head of SME Banking Syed Abdul Momen said, "We want every entrepreneur to walk into the fair with questions and walk out with solutions. Our goal is simple: equip SMEs with the knowledge, tools, and confidence they need to grow sustainably. SME Solution Clinic at the fair speaks volumes about our strong commitment to the SME sector."
BRAC Bank said building entrepreneurial capacity is essential for a resilient SME ecosystem. Through the advisory programme, the bank aims to ensure entrepreneurs at every stage — from aspiring to established — receive the practical guidance required to expand their businesses with confidence.
Entrepreneurs visiting the fair are encouraged to stop by BRAC Bank's SME Solution Clinic at Hall E, Pavilion DP8, for tailored advice throughout the event.
