“Empowering Startups to Make a Big Impact on Small Businesses: Strategies for Success” 

During the four-month program, startups will have the chance to utilize Mastercard’s vast network and specialized knowledge to discover valuable product partnerships that support small businesses in their digital transformation journey beyond just payments. The Start Path portfolio boasts over 430 companies from 57 countries, many of which have gone public, achieved unicorn status, and are exploring extended commercial collaborations with Mastercard and its clients. Interested startups can apply for the Mastercard Start Path Small Business program by clicking here. When small businesses succeed, it benefits everyone. As small and medium enterprises (SMEs) embrace e-commerce and seek digital solutions to manage their daily operations, new players are emerging to address their most pressing needs: access to funding, automation of payments and receivables, international supplier payments, cybersecurity, and meeting growing ESG expectations. Mastercard is addressing the evolving needs of modern SMEs by providing seamless, digital experiences that foster business growth and success. The company has pledged to bring one billion individuals and 50 million micro and small businesses into the digital economy by 2025. This year, Mastercard announced the development of an inclusive AI tool that offers personalized, real-time assistance to the small business community. For more information about the Mastercard Small Business Community, please visit this link. Media contact: Julia Ross, Mastercard Global Communications, (732) 713-8526, [email protected].