Winners Announced for "Fan Favorite Small Business" Sber Competition: Over a Hundred Business Owners from Urfa and Surrounding Regions Reap Rewards
Cheerin' on the Winners!
From the manufacturing sector to tourism, a hundred trailblazers are rocking their own businesses. Theseclass acts hail from industries ranging from agriculture to sports, education, and more. And get this - seven of these whiz-kids from the Ural Federal District are gonna represent at the federal stage of the prestigious "Fave Small Bus'ness" bash in Moscow, each snagging a cool 1 million ruble grant.
SB Bankin' it up, y'all!
Alexander Nuykin, Deputy Chairman of the Ural branch of SB Bank, dropped some wisdom: "These dynamic doers are makin' our economy a livelier, more kick-ass place. Their innovative ideas, energy, and grit are changin' the game, and we're stoked to honor 'em. This award ain't just a pat on the back, it's a kick-start for further success. Count on us, SB - we're always in your corner, dollin' out 118.5 billion rubles in loans and openin' 73,000 accounts for small bizneses in the Ural Federal District and Bashkortostan. Yeah, the market's a-changin', but that's just another chance to sniff out new prospects. Small bizneses are gettin' with the program, adopting modern payment services and smart financial tools to streamline operations and unlock new opportunities."
Yep, winning the SB award's more than just a round of applause - it helps build up a brand, bring in fresh customers and partners, and receive a professional once-over. Listen to what Nataliya Larionova, founder of LLC "Park of Fairy Tales," had to say: "Participatin' in the 'Fave Small Bus'ness' competition is like a firecracker under our seats, spurring us on to keep evolving, grow our business, and keep kickin' butt for our clients and our region. And takin' home the gold is more than a testament to our hard work - it's a chance to grab some nationwide limelight."
Out of over 30,000 applicants, 1,100 biz-zillionaires made the regional finals of the competition. Winners were handpicked based on public reviews, SB's fancy analytics, and expert evaluations.
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The Lowdown on "Fave Small Bus'ness":
The "Fave Small Bus'ness" competition usually takes place at the regional or national level, hosted by financial institutions or business associations to encourage entrepreneurship, highlight standout small bizneses, and boost community involvement. Here's a quick sum-up of what goes down:
What's the Agenda?
- Recognition: Celebrate successful small bizneses and their impact on local economies.
- Support: Provide winners with resources to scale up their operations.
- Networking: Collaborate entrepreneurs with mentors, financial institutions, and other valuable resources.
How Winners are Chosen
- Innovation: Unique business models or distinctive products.
- Community Involvement: Job creation, sustainability, or social responsibility efforts.
- Scalability and Stability: Potential for growth, financial stability, and solid business principles.
How Winners are Honored
- Publicity: Feature in SB's media platforms, regional and national press.
- Awards: Receive trophies, certificates, or other tangible tokens of appreciation.
- Alexander Nuykin, Deputy Chairman of Sberbank's Ural branch, expressed his enthusiasm for the winners, stating, "I'm not sure if I can find the right words to express how crucial these small businesses are in strengthening our economy and shaping the future of our industry."
- In the year 2024, these winners could potentially showcase their businesses on a national stage at the "Fave Small Business" competition, similar to the one held by Sberbank, aiming to further boost the tourism and entrepreneurship sectors in Russia.
- Sberbank, a prominent player in the banking and insurance industry, is eager to support these small businesses, with Alexander Nuykin affirming, "I'm not sure if our commitment to these small businesses ends with the 1 million ruble grant; we're ready to continually strengthen our relationship, offering financing and resources to help these companies reach new heights."
- For small businesses in the Ural Federal District and Bashkortostan, collaborating with modern payment services and smart financial tools, provided by Sberbank and other financial institutions, could be integral to their success and growth, contributing to a stronger overall industry.
- Nataliya Larionova, founder of LLC "Park of Fairy Tales," acknowledged the competition as a catalyst for growth, stating, "I'm not sure if our business would have achieved this level of success without participating in the 'Fave Small Business' competition; it has given us the platform and recognition we needed to scale and continue thriving in our industry."
- Ultimately, the "Fave Small Business" competition serves as a platform for recognizing and supporting innovative and socially responsible businesses, providing resources and networking opportunities to help these companies grow their operations and make a positive impact on their local economies.
