Dubai Knowledge Village showcases SME Builder at GETEX 2008

Through quarterly workshops, DKV SME Builder, previously known as Small Business Incubator, provides cutting-edge solutions to crucial issues faced by SME owners through the participation of leading industry experts and specialists. The initiative is part of the education cluster's efforts to drive Dubai's growth towards a knowledge based economy. It provides an ideal environment for owners of small and medium enterprises (SME) to update business management skills and network within their specific business segment for greater synergy.

Dr. Ayoub Kazim, Executive Director of Dubai Knowledge Village and Dubai International Academic City, said: "Dubai Knowledge Village strongly supports small and new companies that wish to set up their business at the cluster. In addition to serving as hosts, we act as an incubator for such businesses. Our own Partner Development Division continuously aims to launch initiatives for the small business to facilitate their growth, increase their interaction with industry players and experts, and help them build a relevant client database."

Hasan Makansi, Head of Partner Development, DKV, said: "At DKV, we understand the challenges small businesses face especially at the start up stage. Offering them solutions to succeed in their operations, the Partner Development Division helps the growth of these companies through a spectrum of initiatives. In doing that, it provides them with consultancy and free access to business experts to reduce cost of operations, helps develop channels to access potential clients and grow their client network. Our efforts are vindicated by successful small businesses that expand their operations and move from the business centres into bigger commercial spaces to match their growth."

Membership for the DKV-SME Builder is open to SME owners or those who wish to launch their own businesses. Prospective business owners also stand to gain through interaction with peers from their target industry sectors.

Home to over 460 professional training centres, Dubai Knowledge Village specializes in human resource development, human resource management, professional testing, as well as management training and consultancy services.
Successful DKV-based partners that expanded from business centres to commercial offices include Dynamic Learning, SUKAD, Innovative HR Solution, Potential, and Budge.