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Yahoo
28-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
San Diego nonprofit starts Walton legacy project on first anniversary of his death
SAN DIEGO (FOX 5/KUSI) — On the one-year anniversary of the passing of San Diego native and NBA champion Bill Walton, San Diego Sport Innovators (SDSI) announced it will pay homage to its former Chairman with the announcement of the Walton Innovation Network (WIN). The two-time NBA champion, Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame member and San Diego native died in San Diego on May 27, 2024, at the age of 71 after a prolonged battle with colon cancer. The announcement was made on the one-year anniversary of his death — May 27, 2025. SDSI is a nonprofit organization dedicated to the development of the San Diego lifestyle industry. One of the products of their association is a business group accelerator to help mentor people creating businesses. Walton served as Executive Chairman at SDSI for 14 years up until his passing. Bill Walton's iconic basketball collection up for auction in June 2025 Phase one of the Bill Walton Legacy Project, the Walton Innovation Network will be an expansion of SDSI's current mentoring programs that will support entrepreneurs, innovators, athletes and dreamers, SDSI's Executive Director said. 'The Walton Innovation Network (WIN) will be an expansion of SDSI's current mentoring programs — dear to Bill's heart — into a network of programs dedicated to his legacy of uplifting others, hard work and giveback,' explained SDSI Executive Director Bob Rief. 'WIN will support the entrepreneurs, innovators, athletes, and dreamers — in all stages of business from ideation, scale, through funding – who are changing the future of our industry.' Bill Walton honored at San Diego Gulls game with bobblehead giveaway, specialty jerseys SDSI said its business mentoring programs were built on Walton's mantra 'the best way to get to where you are going, is to ask someone who is on their way back.' 'SDSI is community, and community is people,' added SDSI Board member Mike Irwin. 'What SDSI does best is equip people for success. Bill's inherent curiosity about people is what made him such a natural helper. And with the announcement of WIN, we are just getting started and when it comes to preserving Bill's legacy, the future is full of possibilities.' Helix honors Bill Walton and teammates from 1969-1970 CIF Championship teams With the help of more than 100 volunteer executive mentors, SDSI mentor programs have helped to scale more than 150 businesses, 78% of which are still active or have been acquired, the nonprofit said. Anyone running a new company who is looking for information on the business group accelerator program or those interested in providing leadership can visit Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Daily Express
17-05-2025
- Business
- Daily Express
Kuskop develops 'Ikan Liking' as Kota Belud's SDSI product
Published on: Saturday, May 17, 2025 Published on: Sat, May 17, 2025 Text Size: The Ministry of Entrepreneur Development and Cooperatives (Kuskop) has developed Ikan Liking as a product under the One District One Industry (SDSI) program for Kota Belud, allocating RM55,000 to support 16 local entrepreneurs. Kuskop Minister Datuk Ewon Benedick said the funding covers basic training, guidance courses, and ongoing monitoring to ensure the success of the initiative, aimed at empowering rural entrepreneurs and reducing poverty through entrepreneurship. Advertisement Besides Ikan Liking, KUSKOP is also supporting swiftlet nest production by Koperasi Kumpulan Walit Kanibongan Berhad (Kokuwa) with RM192,000, and is considering Ranau Coffee as a new SDSI product for Ranau district this year. Ewon added that SDSI implementation has been enhanced with the launch of SDSI 2.0 Guidelines to help entrepreneurs become more competitive. As of 2024, there are 138 active SDSI entrepreneurs registered in Sabah. During the Kota Belud District Kaamatan Festival celebration, Ewon highlighted the importance of unity, mutual respect, and cooperation in nation-building. He also introduced the Eastern Malaysia Focus Policy to address the unique needs of entrepreneurs in Sabah and Sarawak. Advertisement Present at the event were Kota Belud District Officer Peter Jiton and local leaders. * Follow us on Instagram and join our Telegram and/or WhatsApp channel(s) for the latest news you don't want to miss. * Do you have access to the Daily Express e-paper and online exclusive news? Check out subscription plans available. Stay up-to-date by following Daily Express's Telegram channel. Daily Express Malaysia
The Star
10-05-2025
- Business
- The Star
Kuskop launches one-district, one industry showcase in Borneo
KOTA KINABALU: To support post-pandemic recovery, the Ministry of Entrepreneur Development and Cooperatives (Kuskop) has launched the one-district, one industry (SDSI) Borneo Region showcase, boosting local entrepreneurs to strengthen businesses and create jobs. Held at the Tawau Municipal Council Square on Saturday (May 10), the event brought together over 120 entrepreneurs from Sabah and Sarawak to promote products and expand market reach. Entrepreneur Development and Cooperatives Minister Datuk Ewon Benedick said merging the separate SDSI showcases for Sabah and Sarawak was aimed at creating a bigger impact. 'This year, we decided to combine the showcases for Sabah and Sarawak into a single event to create a bigger impact. That's why I visited several SDSI booths recently, including those from Sarawak, to see how they are participating in this initiative,' he said. To support this effort, Kuskop introduced the SDSI 2.0 guidelines to improve the programme's structure, making it easier for small businesses to access support, including training, market access, and collaboration with government agencies. It has also allocated RM1.5mil this year for SDSI 2.0 entrepreneurs in Sabah, channelled through the Sabah Department of Entrepreneur and Industrial Development to strengthen the local economy and reduce poverty. Benedick, who co-chairs a joint coordination committee with the Sabah Minister of Industrial and Entrepreneur Development, said this collaboration is critical for supporting small businesses and driving economic growth. 'We want to ensure that not only SDSI entrepreneurs but also other small and medium enterprises (PMKS) benefit from this collaboration,' he said. He encouraged SDSI entrepreneurs to form cooperatives to strengthen their business networks and improve access to financial support. 'We want SDSI entrepreneurs in each district or community involved in the SDSI programme to form cooperatives, which can further accelerate their growth and increase their participation, not just in Sabah but across the country,' he said. During the event, Benedick presented RM19.098mil in grants to five recipients, including entrepreneurs and cooperatives, as part of a broader effort to strengthen the SDSI ecosystem. The showcase featured a wide range of local products, including food and beverages, health and wellness items, handicrafts, and tourism-related services. The event also included attractions like the Jualan Murah Madani, offering over 200 daily essentials at discounts of up to 40%, and the SDSI Borneo Creative Video Competition, encouraging entrepreneurs to showcase their products through digital storytelling. Food enthusiasts enjoyed the Selera Bawah Bayu section, celebrating the diverse culinary heritage of Sabah and Sarawak, while those seeking financial support could access the Biaya initiative, connecting businesses with conventional and Islamic financial institutions, development banks, and alternative financing companies. Live product demonstrations allowed businesses to engage directly with customers, while business matching sessions connected entrepreneurs with major local retailers, providing valuable market access for small and medium enterprises. The Satu Daerah Satu Industri programme aligns with the Madani economic framework by promoting community-based economic development, supporting locally-made products, and creating job opportunities for local residents. Benedick expressed hope that the Satu Daerah Satu Industri Wilayah Borneo showcase will not only boost the local economy but also inspire greater public support for local products, creating a lasting impact on the economic wellbeing of the community.
The Star
10-05-2025
- Business
- The Star
Local entrepreneurs thrive under SDSI programme, sales jump by over 20pc, says Ewon
TAWAU: A total of 90 per cent of local entrepreneurs who participated in the government's long-running One District One Industry (SDSI) Programme under the Entrepreneur and Cooperative Development Ministry nationwide have managed to increase the sales value of their products by at least 20 per cent. Minister Datuk Ewon Benedick said that at the heart of this success were inspiring stories like Koperasi Desa Gedok Gemenceh, a rendang maman producer from Negri Sembilan, which recorded a staggering 77 per cent rise in sales and income. Over in Sabah, he said Koperasi Kumpulan Walit Kanibongan Berhad (Kokuwa), a bird's nest enterprise, saw its annual sales grow by 33.4 per cent in 2023 alone. "These are achievements we are truly proud of. We at the ministry really want to see more local entrepreneurs replicate this kind of success. "As such, we will continue to support the implementation of the SDSI Programme and has already submitted a funding proposal under the 13th Malaysia Plan (2026-2030) to ensure SDSI continues to expand and empower rural businesses,' he told reporters after officiating the SDSI 2.0 Showcase for Borneo Region at the 2025 Madani Rakyat Programme (PMR) Sabah venue here on Saturday (May 10). Also present were Sabah Assistant Minister of Industrial Development and Entrepreneurship Datuk Andi Muhammad Suryady Bandy, and Entrepreneur and Cooperative Development secretary-general Datuk Seri Khairul Dzaimee Daud. The SDSI programme, originally launched in 1992 as the One Village One Product initiative, focuses on developing community-based economies by promoting distinctive regional industries and products. Meanwhile, expectations are high at PMR 2025 Sabah, a three-day event aimed at showcasing local products. Nevertheless, Ewon said the ministry was optimistic about meeting its sales target of RM1.5mil, bolstered by an impressive 26,320 visitors on the first day alone. "With such an enthusiastic turnout, we are hopeful we will reach our overall sales target, which includes direct sales, business matching, and sales from entrepreneurs and cooperatives,' he said. To further support local businesses, Ewon announced that his minstry had disbursed RM1.5mil to the Sabah Department of Industrial Development and Entrepreneurship to strengthen entrepreneurial initiatives in the state.- Bernama
Daily Express
09-05-2025
- Business
- Daily Express
Over 100,000 expected to attend PMR Sabah
Published on: Friday, May 09, 2025 Published on: Fri, May 09, 2025 Text Size: The programme will also showcase the products by local entrepreneurs under the One District One Industry (SDSI) Borneo Region segment, featuring 178 Sabah-based businesses across various sectors. TAWAU: Over 100,000 people are expected to flock to the 2025 Madani Rakyat Programme (PMR) Sabah, a three-day government outreach event set to take place at the Tawau Municipal Council Square (MPT) here from today (Friday) to Sunday. According to the Ministry of Entrepreneur Development and Cooperatives (Kuskop) Cooperative, Hawkers and Small Traders Development Division Secretary, Azizul Alias, the turnout is expected to match or exceed the overwhelming response recorded at the 2024 PMR 'Sayangi Sabah' edition held in Kota Kinabalu last October. 'With a wide variety of engaging and beneficial activities planned, we're confident residents of Tawau and surrounding areas will show up in force for this edition of PMR,' he said. Among the programme's highlights are on-site government services, interactive sessions and business showcases, including the popular Jualan Madani initiative, which offers essential goods at discounted prices. A total of 36 booths from federal and state ministries and agencies will be present, alongside 204 public service touchpoints. Azizul added that the 2025 PMR Sabah will also feature local TikTok Shop entrepreneurs, particularly those operating from Tawau and nearby districts, through the special 'Yellow Bag' sales initiative. 'The event will also feature appearances by influencers and Sabah-born singer Bella Astillah, as well as the Tawau Mega Concert on Saturday night, involving top Malaysian artists, including Datuk Awie, Stacy, Akim, and Felix Agus,' he said. The programme will also showcase the products by local entrepreneurs under the One District One Industry (SDSI) Borneo Region segment, featuring 178 Sabah-based businesses across various sectors. 'These include food and beverages, handicrafts, homestay services, and health products,' Azizul said. With the theme 'Ending Poverty Through Entrepreneurship', the 2025 PMR Sabah is part of a nationwide government initiative spearheaded by the Performance Acceleration and Coordination Unit (Pacu) in collaboration with Kuskop as the lead ministry, and the Sabah Government as host, to bring essential government services directly to the people. * Follow us on Instagram and join our Telegram and/or WhatsApp channel(s) for the latest news you don't want to miss. * Do you have access to the Daily Express e-paper and online exclusive news? Check out subscription plans available. Stay up-to-date by following Daily Express's Telegram channel. Daily Express Malaysia
