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EXCLUSIVE SERIES

Global SME Forums Podcast Series – LIVE from Davos

Hosted by Garima Singh during the Global SME Forums – Davos Europe Edition, this exclusive podcast series brings together experts, policymakers, government leaders, venture capitalists, global banks, and ecosystem builders to discuss the future of MSME growth, trade, and financing worldwide.

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INTRODUCTION

About the Podcast Series

The Global SME Forums Podcast Series is a global leadership dialogue designed to capture insights from the leaders shaping the future of SMEs, international trade, and economic policy.

PODCAST HOSTS

Podcast with Nicole and Garima

Nicole Herod

Nicole Herod

Speaker Visibility Partner & Client Attraction Strategist

Nicole Herod is a Speaker Visibility Partner and Client Attraction Strategist who positions experts, business leaders, and organizations to become more visible, memorable, and in demand — so they can attract the right opportunities, partnerships, and recognition for the value they deliver.

A bilingual (English/French) communications professional with more than 25 years of experience across the public and private sectors, Nicole has worked at the intersection of media, strategic communications, stakeholder engagement, and international business visibility. She previously supported global marketing activations with Invest in Canada at internationally recognized events including the World Economic Forum, the G7 Summit, and Web Summit.

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Garima Singh

Garima Singh

Founder, Bitviraj Technology | Top Blockchain & AI Consultant

Garima Singh is recognized among the top tokenization consultants in India and a leading blockchain and AI strategist, with over 19 years of experience in building scalable technology platforms and digital financial infrastructure.

Her expertise spans blockchain infrastructure, AI systems, fintech innovation, tokenization ecosystems, and enterprise digital transformation initiatives across global markets.

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KEY THEMES

Global Leaders Joining the Podcast

The Davos podcast series will feature leaders from across global markets:

Europe

  • New Trade Deals
  • Technological sovereignty
  • AI Technology Adaptation in Manufacturing
  • Training programs
  • Supply chain diversification

Africa

  • Rapid digital adoption
  • Expanding youth and women entrepreneurship
  • Rising intra-African investment flows
  • Green industrialization

MENA Region

  • Enable policy dialogue and public-private partnerships
  • Facilitate investment matchmaking for MSMEs
  • Technology-driven supply chain resilience and sustainability
  • Track tech pilots and sustainability commitments
  • Position MENA Region as a regional gateway for MSME

North America

  • Accelerating research commercialization and innovation
  • Building bridges between academia, startups, and industry
  • Global startup collaboration and investment opportunities
  • Mobilizing capital for innovation and scale
  • Strengthening resilience in a rapidly evolving global economy

Asia

  • Access to finance for MSMEs
  • Supply chain integration gaps
  • Low ESG readiness among small firms
  • Boost SME digital competitiveness
  • AI integration in Manufacturing and logistics

Participants include:

Policymakers

Royal Offices

Gov Officials

Bank Executives

Venture Capital

MSME Builders

Tech Innovators

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Limited Podcast Guest Slots

High-demand series with very limited availability.

Only 3 guest slots remaining

Podcast Discussion Themes

Exploring the frontiers of global SME growth and economic resilience.

Global Trade & MSME Growth

Analyzing how small enterprises can leverage international markets and overcome trade barriers.

SME Financing & Capital Access

Innovative funding models and the role of traditional vs alternative lending in the SME sector.

Policy & Economic Development

How governments can create enabling environments for MSME resilience and scaling.

Cross-Border Trade Corridors

Strengthening regional ties and infrastructure to support seamless SME trade movements.

Technology & Innovation

Digital transformation, AI implementation, and technological leapfrogging for small businesses.

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About Global SME Forums

Global SME Forums is the world's premier platform dedicated to accelerating the growth and resilience of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises. Our mission is to bridge the gap between high-level policy discussions and the practical realities of MSME builders on the ground.

By facilitating dialogue between the world's most influential leaders and innovative entrepreneurs at the Davos Podcast Series, we create actionable insights that drive global economic progress.

500+

Global Partners

120M+

SMEs Represented