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SAMENTA - Small and Medium Enterprises Association Founded in 1986, SAMENTA is Malaysia's oldest and largest association for SMEs. Follow our page for updates, events, and resources tailored for SME success!

We serve in over 40 government-industry panels and appear in over 600 news features annually - as the voice of the 1.2 million Malaysian MSMEs. 🌟 Selamat Datang ke SAMENTA – Suara PMKS di Malaysia! 🌟

Ditubuhkan pada tahun 1986, Persatuan Perusahaan Kecil dan Sederhana (SAMENTA) telah berada di barisan hadapan dalam memperjuangkan pertumbuhan, inovasi, dan kejayaan PMKS di seluruh Malaysia. Sebagai persatuan PKS terbesar dan tertua di negara ini, kami komited untuk memperkasakan perniagaan dengan kapasiti, ilmu, dan rangkaian yang diperlukan untuk berjaya dalam ekonomi global yang dinamik. Di SAMENTA, kami:
✅ Memperjuangkan PMKS – Memperkuat suara perniagaan kecil dalam penggubalan dasar dan keputusan.
✅ Memperkasa Usahawan – Memberikan akses kepada sumber kewangan dan bakat, latihan, dan pandangan industri untuk membantu anda mencapai kejayaan.
✅ Menggalakkan Kerjasama – Menghubungkan PMKS dengan rangkaian tempatan dan antarabangsa untuk pertumbuhan perniagaan. Sama ada anda sebuah syarikat permula, perniagaan yang sedang berkembang, atau perusahaan yang telah kukuh, SAMENTA sedia menyokong anda di setiap langkah perjalanan perniagaan anda. Sertai kami untuk membentuk ekosistem PMKS yang dinamik dan berdaya tahan yang memacu masa depan ekonomi Malaysia.

💼 Bersama-sama, kita menerajui inovasi, pertumbuhan, dan kemampanan dalam sektor PMKS! Ikuti laman FN kami untuk mendapatkan kemas kini, acara, dan sumber yang direka khas untuk kejayaan perniagaan anda! 🚀
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Established in 1986, the Small and Medium Enterprises Association (SAMENTA) has been at the forefront of championing the growth, innovation, and success of SMEs across Malaysia. As the largest and oldest SME association in the country, we are committed to empowering businesses with the tools, knowledge, and networks they need to thrive in today’s dynamic global economy. At SAMENTA, we:
✅ Advocate for SMEs – Amplifying the voice of small businesses in policy and decision-making.
✅ Empower Entrepreneurs – Providing access to resources, training, and industry insights to help you scale new heights.
✅ Foster Collaboration – Connecting SMEs with local and international networks for growth opportunities. Whether you're a startup, a growing business, or an established enterprise, SAMENTA is here to support you every step of the way. Join us in shaping a vibrant and resilient SME ecosystem that drives Malaysia’s economic future.

💼 Together, let’s lead the way for innovation, growth, and sustainability in the SME sector!

AI adoption is not just about having access to tools. It is about applying the right technology to real business needs.W...
02/10/2026

AI adoption is not just about having access to tools. It is about applying the right technology to real business needs.

We are pleased to welcome Kalvin Chua, Chief Technology Specialist at Evopoint Sdn Bhd, to the industry panel:

“AI for Growth: From Smarter Operations to Bigger Markets”

Kalvin will contribute a technology implementation perspective as the panel explores how SMEs can improve operations, productivity and scalability through practical digital and AI adoption.

Join the conversation in Kuching and hear directly from industry practitioners working at the intersection of technology and business.

📅 7 October 2026
⏰ 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
📍 Sarawak Skills, Kuching
🎟️ Complimentary admission | Limited seats

👉 Register: bit.ly/AIFestKuching



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Access to financing can be challenging, especially when SMEs are unsure which pathways are available to them.We are plea...
01/10/2026

Access to financing can be challenging, especially when SMEs are unsure which pathways are available to them.

We are pleased to welcome Siti Aisah Arbi from Credit Guarantee Corporation Malaysia Berhad to the panel:

“Financing SME Growth: What Businesses Need to Be Funding-Ready”

Siti Aisah will contribute CGC’s perspective on financing access and how guarantee support can help eligible SMEs strengthen their pathway to financing.

Join us for a practical discussion designed to make the SME financing landscape easier to understand.

📅 7 October 2026
⏰ 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
📍 Sarawak Skills, Kuching
🎟️ Complimentary admission | Limited seats

👉 Register: bit.ly/AIFestKuching

What does it take for SMEs to turn digitalisation and AI into real business growth?We are pleased to welcome Yvonne Tan ...
01/10/2026

What does it take for SMEs to turn digitalisation and AI into real business growth?

We are pleased to welcome Yvonne Tan from CelcomDigi to the industry panel:

“AI for Growth: From Smarter Operations to Bigger Markets”

Yvonne will bring the connectivity and enterprise perspective to a practical discussion on the digital foundations businesses need to operate smarter, improve productivity and support future growth.

Join us as industry leaders unpack what AI-enabled growth can look like for SMEs in Sarawak.

📅 7 October 2026
⏰ 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
📍 Sarawak Skills, Kuching
🎟️ Complimentary admission | Limited seats

👉 Register: bit.ly/AIFestKuching



Pertubuhan Keselamatan Sosial Sarawak Skills Maybank Credit Guarantee Corporation Malaysia Berhad (CGC) Evopoint CelcomDigi Funding Societies Malaysia Jobstreet Malaysia Alibaba.com Trinity42 - Formerly Known As PanPages Trinity Pos Malaysia Berhad edX Fish Camp Learning Sdn Bhd

Is your business ready to approach a financier for its next stage of growth?We are pleased to welcome Amelda Ong Cher Li...
01/10/2026

Is your business ready to approach a financier for its next stage of growth?

We are pleased to welcome Amelda Ong Cher Ling from Maybank to the panel:

“Financing SME Growth: What Businesses Need to Be Funding-Ready”

Amelda will bring the banking perspective to a practical discussion on financing readiness, what lenders consider and how SMEs can better prepare when seeking financing for growth, digitalisation or expansion.

Join us to better understand what being “funding-ready” really means.

📅 7 October 2026
⏰ 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
📍 Sarawak Skills, Kuching
🎟️ Complimentary admission | Limited seats

👉 Register: bit.ly/AIFestKuching



Pertubuhan Keselamatan Sosial Sarawak Skills Maybank Credit Guarantee Corporation Malaysia Berhad (CGC) Evopoint CelcomDigi Funding Societies Malaysia Jobstreet Malaysia Alibaba.com Trinity42 - Formerly Known As PanPages Trinity Pos Malaysia Berhad edX Fish Camp Learning Sdn Bhd

As AI changes roles and ways of working, how can businesses ensure their people are ready?We are pleased to welcome Ley ...
01/10/2026

As AI changes roles and ways of working, how can businesses ensure their people are ready?

We are pleased to welcome Ley Ley Loh, Director of Business Development Asia at edX, for the session:

“Building an AI-Ready Workforce: Skills for Regional and Global Competitiveness”

Ley Ley will explore emerging AI skill needs and how organisations can build relevant learning pathways to strengthen workforce capability and competitiveness.

For business leaders thinking about upskilling, reskilling and preparing teams for an AI-driven future, this is a session to catch.

📅 7 October 2026
⏰ 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
📍 Sarawak Skills, Kuching
🎟️ Complimentary admission | Limited seats

👉 Register: bit.ly/AIFestKuching



Pertubuhan Keselamatan Sosial Sarawak Skills Maybank Credit Guarantee Corporation Malaysia Berhad (CGC) Evopoint CelcomDigi Funding Societies Malaysia Jobstreet Malaysia Alibaba.com Trinity42 - Formerly Known As PanPages Trinity Pos Malaysia Berhad edX Fish Camp Learning Sdn Bhd

Can AI help SMEs find opportunities beyond their home market?We are pleased to welcome Simon Min Xu from Alibaba.com for...
30/09/2026

Can AI help SMEs find opportunities beyond their home market?

We are pleased to welcome Simon Min Xu from Alibaba.com for the keynote:

“AI-Powered Global Expansion: How SMEs Can Compete Beyond Their Home Market”

The session will explore how AI, digital market intelligence and cross-border commerce capabilities can help SMEs identify opportunities, engage buyers and expand into regional and global markets.

For Sarawak businesses with ambitions beyond Malaysia, join us to explore how digital commerce and AI can support the next stage of growth.

📅 7 October 2026
⏰ 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
📍 Sarawak Skills, Kuching
🎟️ Complimentary admission | Limited seats

👉 Register: bit.ly/AIFestKuching



Pertubuhan Keselamatan Sosial Sarawak Skills Maybank Credit Guarantee Corporation Malaysia Berhad (CGC) Evopoint CelcomDigi Funding Societies Malaysia Jobstreet Malaysia Alibaba.com Trinity42 - Formerly Known As PanPages Trinity Pos Malaysia Berhad edX Fish Camp Learning Sdn Bhd

✨ Kicking Off a New Era of SME Digitalisation & AI (2026–2029)! ✨We successfully held our very first National Digitalisa...
30/09/2026

✨ Kicking Off a New Era of SME Digitalisation & AI (2026–2029)! ✨

We successfully held our very first National Digitalisation & AI Committee meeting for the new term, led by our Chairman & National Sec-Gen, Christopher Ng Kwong Eu!

Our mission? To make AI and digital transformation practical, accessible, and high-impact for small and medium enterprises across Malaysia.

🤝 Meet the Team Behind the Initiatives:
* Deputies: Gael Le Page (Social Media | Central), Dr. Henry Tye (SEO & AIO | Northern), and Derrick Tan (Events | Southern).

* Committee Members: Florence Goh (Southern), Ashley Tan (Digital Grader & East Coast), Alain Lye (Tech & Automation and Supporting Northern Region) and Noramiera (Sponsorship & Sarawak).

* Sending a quick shoutout to Kalvin Chua (Sponsorship & Sabah) who couldn't join us for this session!

Following the successful launch of our SAMENTA 50 Hyperlokal AI Fest, we are rolling out new programs designed to help SMEs integrate AI, improve daily business productivity, and unlock sustainable growth.

📊 Curious about your business’s digital maturity?

Find out in just a few minutes with our free assessment tool:
👉 https://samenta.org.my/digitalisation-grader/digitalisation-grader-wizard/

Once completed, our panel consultants will reach out directly to guide you through a tailored improvement roadmap and show you how to tap into valuable government initiatives! 🚀

Stay tuned for what’s coming next!

AI can do much more than generate content. The bigger question is how businesses can embed it into real operations.We ar...
30/09/2026

AI can do much more than generate content. The bigger question is how businesses can embed it into real operations.

We are pleased to welcome Loo, Head of AI at Malaysia Berhad, for our anchor technical keynote:

“Beyond GenAI Tools: How SMEs Can Build AI into Real Business Operations”

Freddy will take the conversation beyond standalone AI tools and into practical implementation, including workflows, data, automation, governance, human oversight and business value.

For SMEs asking how to move from experimenting with AI to actually using it in the business, this session is for you.

📅 7 October 2026
⏰ 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
📍 Sarawak Skills, Kuching
🎟️ Complimentary admission | Limited seats

👉 Register: bit.ly/AIFestKuching



Pertubuhan Keselamatan Sosial Sarawak Skills Maybank Credit Guarantee Corporation Malaysia Berhad (CGC) Evopoint CelcomDigi Funding Societies Malaysia Jobstreet Malaysia Alibaba.com Trinity42 - Formerly Known As PanPages Trinity Pos Malaysia Berhad edX Fish Camp Learning Sdn Bhd

What support is available to help SMEs strengthen capabilities and access new opportunities?We are pleased to welcome P...
30/09/2026

What support is available to help SMEs strengthen capabilities and access new opportunities?

We are pleased to welcome Poly, Sarawak State Director of Corp. Malaysia, for the Agency Spotlight & Dialogue:

“Growing SMEs - Support, Capability & Market Access”

The session will help Sarawak SMEs better understand available development programmes, advisory support, capability-building initiatives and market-access pathways.

This is an opportunity for business owners to hear directly from SME Corp. Malaysia and better understand where to seek support and what steps to take next.

📅 7 October 2026
⏰ 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
📍 Sarawak Skills, Kuching
🎟️ Complimentary admission | Limited seats

👉 Register: bit.ly/AIFestKuching



Pertubuhan Keselamatan Sosial Sarawak Skills Maybank Credit Guarantee Corporation Malaysia Berhad (CGC) Evopoint CelcomDigi Funding Societies Malaysia Jobstreet Malaysia Alibaba.com Trinity42 - Formerly Known As PanPages Trinity Pos Malaysia Berhad edX Fish Camp Learning Sdn Bhd

Hiring and workforce challenges remain a major concern for many growing SMEs.We are pleased to welcome Dr. Belinda Lim f...
30/09/2026

Hiring and workforce challenges remain a major concern for many growing SMEs.

We are pleased to welcome Dr. Belinda Lim from Pertubuhan Keselamatan Sosial for the Agency Spotlight & Dialogue:

“Employment, Talent & Workforce Support for SMEs”

The session will focus on employment services, recruitment and workforce support available to SME employers, helping businesses better understand the pathways and resources they can access.

Join us to hear directly from PERKESO and explore practical support for your workforce needs.

📅 7 October 2026
⏰ 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
📍 Sarawak Skills, Kuching
🎟️ Complimentary admission | Limited seats

👉 Register: bit.ly/AIFestKuching



Pertubuhan Keselamatan Sosial Sarawak Skills Maybank Credit Guarantee Corporation Malaysia Berhad (CGC) Evopoint CelcomDigi Funding Societies Malaysia Jobstreet Malaysia Alibaba.com Trinity42 - Formerly Known As PanPages Trinity Pos Malaysia Berhad edX Fish Camp Learning Sdn Bhd

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Petaling Jaya
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