Emphasizing a Strong Partnership with the Local Community
BNK Gyeongnam Bank has officially launched the second round of its 'CHAIN-G Program' to foster mutual growth with local startups, focusing on fulfilling its role as the leading regional bank and practicing inclusive finance for the growth of the local economy.
BNK Gyeongnam Bank President Kim Taehan held a meeting with startup representatives as his first official activity after taking office.
According to Gyeongnam Bank on the 7th, the startup meeting held at the bank's headquarters was attended by President Kim Taehan and representatives from 17 startups selected for the second round of the CHAIN-G Program.
This meeting was President Kim Taehan's first official external communication event since his inauguration, during which he set 'local-centered localnomics' as the bank's management direction. The event demonstrated his commitment to practicing finance that coexists with the local community.
President Kim Taehan exchanged opinions with startup representatives on the CHAIN-G Program to be implemented this year and listened to their challenges in running their businesses.
President Kim stated, "Through the first round of the CHAIN-G Program last year, I was able to witness the passion, spirit, and outstanding achievements of the startups firsthand. I also look forward to seeing the creativity and boldness of the companies participating in the second round this year. I believe that the startup representatives here today are the new driving force that will lead the growth and future of the region together with BNK Gyeongnam Bank."
He added, "As a bank that knows companies well and has worked alongside the region, BNK Gyeongnam Bank will provide practical and sincere support through the CHAIN-G Program so that we can be the first partner you think of when you need help. We will also do our best to contribute to the revitalization of the local economy and the startup ecosystem."
Meanwhile, more than 170 companies from across the country applied to participate in the second round of the CHAIN-G Program in February. After document screening and presentation evaluations, 17 promising startups were finally selected, overcoming a highly competitive 10:1 ratio.
To enhance the competitiveness of the companies selected for the second round of the CHAIN-G Program, the bank plans to provide support through November, including an orientation session with the bank president, mentoring, IR consulting, and investment linkage.
The CHAIN-G Program stands for Change, Harmony, Accelerate, Invest, Network, and Growth. It is BNK Gyeongnam Bank's unique 'startup support program,' offering systematic support at all stages before founding to help startups grow stronger.
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