Business assistance and funding programs for small to medium enterprises (SMEs) in Almaty: exploring the support offered for business growth and initiatives
Streamlining Support for Almaty Entrepreneurs: A rundown
In a recent online meeting at the Almaty Regional Communications Service, Nariman Abilshakov, head of the Almaty Entrepreneurs' Chamber, outlined the city's efforts to bolster local businesses in these challenging times. As reported by Almaty.tv, here's a quick rundown of the key points.
Amplifying Local Producers
The city administration is putting considerable emphasis on propelling homegrown manufacturers. To achieve this, several moves are underway. One such initiative is the launch of otp.kz, a website jointly developed by Almaty Mayor Bakytzhan Sagintayev and the Almaty Entrepreneurs' Chamber. The platform is accessible via infokazakhstan.kz and hosts the 'Registry of Domestic Producers.' Currently, the registry features over 12,000 product names, and 512 Almaty-based businesses have obtained their ST-KZ and production certificates. Each local producer in Almaty can list their details on these registries.
Certified Side perks
These certificates are essential for securing tariff benefits in the exporting country such as reduced or waived custom duties and exemptions from non-tariff regulations like import/export bans. As of now, 287 ST-KZ certificates of origin have been granted by the NPP, with 3,962 for export. A total of 4,249 certificates have been distributed to entrepreneurs this year.
Entrepreneur Services at Your Doorstep
Supporting entrepreneurs is top priority, evident in the establishment of the "Entrepreneur Services Center" in eight districts of the city, run by the Almaty Entrepreneurs' Chamber. Entrepreneurs in Almaty can visit these centers for free consultations at their convenience, receiving assistance for accounting, legal, marketing, state procurement, and e-service matters.
Applied Consultation Hours
The most sought-after service among entrepreneurs is business planning. So far, consultants have aided in drafting 207 business plans worth a combined 4,153,000,000 tenge. Of these, 64 projects managed to secure funding amounting to 801,500,000 tenge from second-tier banks.
Cultivating Aspiring Entrepreneurs: The "Baqytty Business" Project
A project named "Baqytty Business" is being carried out in Almaty under the state program "Enbek." This initiative focuses on instilling the rudiments of entrepreneurship for participants, who, upon completion, receive a grant for their business growth. As of June, 2287 students have completed the "Baqytty Business" project. In an impressive accomplishment for the year 2020, 1705 grants were allocated in Almaty, and 320 project graduates have begun their entrepreneurial journeys this year.
While specifics about the "Baqytty Business" project are scarce, this program seems to be a promising venture for budding entrepreneurs in Almaty. If you're interested in additional support, events like the EMPOWERME HACKATHON KAZAKHSTAN might be worth exploring. This intensive program caters to startup founders, providing a robust platform for innovation and growth.
- For individuals aspiring to delve into entrepreneurship, the "Baqytty Business" project under the state program "Enbek" offers education and self-development, cultivating future entrepreneurs in Almaty.
- In addition to the "Baqytty Business" project, events such as the EMPOWERME HACKATHON KAZAKHSTAN serve as a platform for innovation, fostering growth for startup founders and providing valuable resources in entrepreneurship.
- As part of the effort to support small-businesses, the Almaty Entrepreneurs' Chamber has established "Entrepreneur Services Centers" in eight districts of the city, offering free consultations in accounting, legal, marketing, state procurement, and e-service matters.
- For entrepreneurs seeking financing for their business endeavors, the provided business planning consultation can lead to successful funding, as demonstrated by the 64 projects that secured 801,500,000 tenge from second-tier banks.
