Dun & Bradstreet Engages Industry and Community Leaders on ESG and Innovation for SMEs Growth

Dun & Bradstreet was invited by The Asian General Chamber of New Retail (ANR) to join the event “Southeast Asia: Global Payments x AI Empowerment x ESG Corporate Growth Strategies.” The session brought together experts from the fintech, technology and sustainability sectors to explore emerging opportunities for small and medium enterprises as they expand into Southeast Asia. Discussions focused on how global payment systems, artificial intelligence and ESG practices can support sustainable and long-term growth.

Ms. Michelle Mak, Head of ESG at Dun & Bradstreet, shared perspectives on the growing importance of ESG for small and medium enterprises. She discussed how responsible business practices are increasingly aligned with regulatory expectations and customer values, making ESG a vital element in building trust and strengthening competitiveness. Highlighting how Dun & Bradstreet’s ESG solutions provide a practical and structured framework that helps companies begin or advance their ESG journey with clear and achievable steps.

The event featured contributions from organizations across finance, artificial intelligence, retail innovation and community development. Their insights reflected the rising need for data driven strategies and responsible business models as companies enter fast growing regional markets. The dialogue underscored the value of collaboration and the important role that ESG plays in enabling companies to grow with resilience and credibility.

Dun & Bradstreet remains committed to supporting enterprises with trusted data, ESG intelligence and actionable insights that help businesses make informed decisions and expand sustainably in global markets.

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