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Microserfin, three-time winner

At the latest edition of APC Awards, BBVA Microfinance Foundation’s Panamanian institution won three awards in the following categories: Satisfaction,…

Daniel Oblitas Tejada, new general manager of Microserfin

Daniel Oblitas Tejada, a nationalized Panamanian originally from Peru, has taken on the position of General Manager of Microserfin, BBVA…

Microserfin, second placer in Panama’s Premio Nacional de Emprendimiento (National Enterprising Awards)

Acknowledged for its work as the ‘Driving Institution of the enterprising eco-system in Panama’, Microserfin received the second prize in…

Microserfin serves more than 17,500 economically vulnerable entrepreneurs in Panama

According to the latest Social Performance Report published by the BBVA Microfinance Foundation, Microserfin, its Panamanian MFI, maintains its focus…

When entrepreneurship helps defeat inequality

The only obstacle Adelaida can’t deal with is the rain, which can turn Capira -her village- into a mud bath,…

Premic acknowledges BBVAMF’s work through its credit officers and entrepreneurs in Panama

Premic is an initiative that recognizes microentrepreneurship and has awarded Microserfin’s entrepreneurs and credit officers. Elías Orindo placed second in…

Beyond the restaurant is a legacy for future generations

The diners who visit Doña Julia restaurant are attracted by food’s excellent reputation, located in the Panamanian village of Monagrillo.…

Cooking up an enterprise

American author Steve Maraboli once said, “There is no greater force for change than people inspired to live a better…

The BBVAMF promotes the development of more than 17,000 entrepreneurs in Panama

Microserfin serves more than 17,000 people in Panama who improve their living standards through their own businesses. According to BBVAMF’s…

First of all a cook, now a business woman, and always a dreamer

María Paola is a great example of how hard work and effort can change your life. With support from Microserfin,…

10 children, 31 grandchildren and a lot of determination

Black cockles are one of Panamanians’ favorite sea foods. Tempora Mendoza has a small street stall selling this mollusc, which…