For the second time, PT Jaminan Kredit Indonesia (Jamkrindo) has organized the UMKM Appreciation Awards to recognize and support micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) across Indonesia. The awards honor MSMEs that have benefited from Jamkrindo’s credit guarantee services and business mentoring programs.
This year’s event, themed "Usaha Makin Eksis di Masa Krisis" (Businesses Stay Strong in Times of Crisis), was held virtually due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
In his speech, Jamkrindo President Director, Putrama Wahju Setyawan, emphasized that MSMEs must remain resilient amid economic challenges.
"This event raises awareness of Jamkrindo’s role as the largest MSME credit guarantee provider in Indonesia. During the pandemic, we have been entrusted by the government to support the National Economic Recovery (PEN) Program through collaborations with banking partners. We hope this initiative helps MSMEs recover and thrive," he stated.
As a member of the Indonesia Financial Group (IFG), Jamkrindo continues to support MSME growth by developing a digital ecosystem for financial accessibility.
One of Jamkrindo’s key innovations is the Marketplace Guarantee platform, umkmlayak.co.id, launched in November 2019. This platform provides: MSME credit scoring, Business training and mentoring, Improved access to financing through Jamkrindo’s partner institutions.
As of December 2020, the platform has supported 5,900 MSMEs. To enhance its effectiveness, Jamkrindo is developing an SME Data Center and SME Consultant platform, further strengthening its mission as “The First Preferred Company in SME’s Financial Accessibility.”
In conjunction with the awards, Jamkrindo hosted a webinar featuring industry experts. Rex Marindo, founder of Warung Upnormal Group, shared valuable business insights and strategies to help MSMEs navigate the current economic challenges.
Micro Business Category:
- 1st Place: Nita Mayasari – Sambal Bawang Maya (Jamkrindo Bandar Lampung Branch)
- 2nd Place: Abdul Hadi – Sate Kijang Maranggi (Jamkrindo Banjarmasin Branch)
- 3rd Place: Relevation Tamboto – Resoya Soy Milk (Jamkrindo Manado Branch)
Small Business Category:
- 1st Place: Budi H. Hasibuan – CV Gaharu Plaza Indonesia (Jamkrindo Pekanbaru Branch)
- 2nd Place: I Made Budi – CV Budi Mulya Asih (Jamkrindo Jayapura Branch)
- 3rd Place: Akhir Yulianto – Pusat Grosir Virdaus (Jamkrindo Semarang Branch)
Medium Business Category:
- 1st Place: Sunani – Sun Vera (Jamkrindo Pontianak Branch)
- 2nd Place: Harianti – CV Khansa Mandiri (Jamkrindo Makassar Branch)
- 3rd Place: Iwan Santoso – PT Canova Sofa Indonesia (Jamkrindo Semarang Branch)
Through initiatives like the UMKM Appreciation Awards, digital platforms, and financial guarantees, Jamkrindo remains committed to strengthening Indonesia’s MSME sector, ensuring businesses can survive, adapt, and grow even in challenging times.