KUALA LUMPUR: OCBC Malaysia’s serial entrepreneur programme has gained traction among small and medium enterprises (SMEs), securing approved financing exceeding RM1.6 billion since its pilot phase just over a year ago.
In a statement, the bank said the programme is designed to support entrepreneurs who own multiple businesses and are expanding.
“Unlike traditional banking models that evaluate businesses as a separate entity, this programme takes a holistic view by assessing the strengths and potential of entrepreneurs’ entire portfolio,” it said.
OCBC Malaysia managing director and head of wholesale banking Jeffrey Teoh said since the launch of the programme in July 2025, the bank has onboarded over 100 new keyperson customers, demonstrating its effectiveness in addressing the unique needs of serial entrepreneurs.
“We are now excited to bring the programme to Sarawak, a state experiencing a thriving renewable energy sector, expanding digital infrastructure, and progressive policies.
“With this development, a new generation of entrepreneurs is emerging, and we want to support and empower them to capture the opportunities through the OCBC Serial Entrepreneur programme,” he said.
Elaborating on the programme, Teoh said the bank supports serial entrepreneurs through a dedicated group of relationship managers who assist and advise the key person through a comprehensive financial and banking roadmap tailored for their business growth.
Besides providing capital financing, the OCBC Serial Entrepreneur programme equips entrepreneurs with the tools and support they need for their next business venture and helps them grow confidently.
From payment and collection services to industry-specific banking solutions, OCBC Malaysia provides customised support at every stage of the entrepreneur’s journey to enable the serial entrepreneur to focus on growing their businesses without having to navigate the burden of traditional banking models.
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