Connecting Women-Owned SMEs with Corporate Buyers

This document is a report detailing a virtual matchmaking event organized by US-SEGA on September 7th, which connected 53 women-owned small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with potential corporate buyers. The event aimed to facilitate business opportunities for these SMEs, many of which have adopted sustainable practices in their operations. Participating buyers included major companies such as Procter & Gamble, Marriott, and Dell, all of which are committed to greening their supply chains. The event allowed SMEs to present their products and services, engage with buyers, and foster potential business relationships. This initiative is part of the Green Exporters Program (GEP) in India, which includes training for SMEs on sustainable practices and access to tools for measuring their environmental impact. The report outlines the positive feedback from buyers and the belief among SMEs that their participation could lead to future business opportunities, highlighting the importance of sustainability in current market dynamics.