The extended community quarantine has been one of the most challenging situations in our lifetime. However, our unwavering spirit of bayanihan has always prevailed, no matter how difficult the situation may be. It has tested us in ways we never imagined - from pivoting your business model, staying afloat, learning to digitize, or to simply exploring other way to generate leads for your business. In these trying times, we are here for you, and we are committed to be with you.

Since 2018, you have been with us, and now, it’s our turn to ensure that the spark that you have lit continues to become the fire, your burning passion to be in business.
 

As the backbone of our economy, it is our privilege to be part of your journey now more than ever. We have made a lot of changes on the platform; we encourage everyone to actively take part in our community building to share your valuable insights with your fellow business owners and learn more about how to take the leap of faith during this crisis. 

Here is what we are doing to support you.

• We have updated our knowledge bank in order for it to be more streamlined for learning
• We have improved our roster of services offered to tailor fit with your needs
• We have improved the platform to accommodate productivity tools suited for your business needs
• We have simplified the way you open your first e-commerce shop through Linker.store and be present online.

We, together with our partner solutions, are ready to help and assist you in ensuring that you are able to continue doing business. With us handling the worrisome items, you can now focus on spotting opportunities during the lockdown and be equipped.

It is also with excitement that I share with you the fact that our community is growing and we would like you to be part of the growing network of business owners; connect and learn from them and in the process be an advocate of your own venture. 

In fact, we are giving a free gift for you - an eBook courtesy from us, made for U. 

Furthermore, we are working closely with our partners from the Department of Trade and Industry for our ‘Member Get Member’ campaign. Although the campaign is currently suspended due to the current situation, as a treat, we will still honor all qualified entries since March 17, 2020 until we are able to determine the safety protocols and handling for this initiative. 

Let’s collaborate and work together.

Jaypee Soliman

Head, UnionBank SME Platforms and Technology