Building thriving platforms for the next generation of entrepreneurs

RLC, through initiatives like Entrepreneur Corner, Pitch for Hope, and regional MSME fairs, paves the way for a resilient and prosperous economy built on the creativity, hard work, and passion of everyday Filipinos.

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MICRO, SMALL, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) have given millions of Filipinos hope, opportunity, and a chance for a better life. Often referred to as the backbone of the Philippine economy, these businesses make up 99.5% of establishments in the country, generate 63% of employment for the Philippine workforce, and contribute about 40% of the country's Gross Domestic Product, according to the United Nations Development Programme.

However, behind every unique food stall, stylish fashion startup, and innovative digital service is a founder looking for the right space to launch, grow, and thrive in. Recognizing this, Robinsons Land Corp. (RLC), one of the Philippines' top real estate developers, has advocated to become a strong enabler of MSMEs and young entrepreneurs across the Philippines.

RLC, through its ambitious projects and diverse portfolio of malls, offices, co-working spaces, and mixed-use communities all over the archipelago, has elevated thousands of Filipinos' side hustles into successful ventures and small beginnings into big opportunities.

One of RLC's standout initiatives in this effort is the Entrepreneur Corner program. Through the corporation's corporate social responsibility arm, Robinsons Land Foundation, Inc. (RLFI), the project gives young entrepreneurs and students learning business-oriented courses the chance to gain hands-on retail experience by setting up stalls within the mall, helping them test ideas and build confidence in real market settings. The program also offers guidance and learning opportunities through mentorship sessions and seminars led by experts from RLC and the Gokongwei Group.