Plantersbank chairman Ambassador Jesus P. Tambunting lauded the Association of Filipino Franchisers, Inc. (AFFI) for taking the lead in professionalizing local franchise practice in his key note at the opening of the three-day 7th Filipino Franchise Show at the World Trade Center in Pasay City.
Ambassador Tambunting said Plantersbank is taking new initiatives to boost the performance of the country’s SME sector, including customized financing and web-based business solutions.
One of these initiatives is the Plantersbank Franchise Loan facility, which is available to companies and franchisees affiliated with the AFFI. The facility finances acquisition of fixed assets, leasehold improvements and working capital requirements.
Plantersbank chairman Ambassador Jesus P. Tambunting (fourth from left), AFFI officers and guest celebrities give thumbs up to SME-driven opportunities at the Franchise Show opening. In the photo are Trade and Induistry Undersecretary Merly Cruz (second from right) Plantersbank clients AFFI chairman emeritus Teresita L. Ngan Tian (second from left) of Lots’ A Pizza, AFFI president Rommel T. Juan (sixth from left) of Binalot Fiesta Foods, and AFFI vice president Kamela C. Seen of Plato Wraps.