PT Permodalan Nasional Madani (PNM) Pematangsiantar Branch, through its Business Capacity Development (PKU) program, held the 2025 Grand PKU event with the theme “Healthy Together, Financially Smart, Simalungun Harmony.”

The event took place on Friday in the Simalungun Regent’s Office courtyard, starting at 08:00 WIB until 13:00 WIB. The 2025 Grand PKU featured various agendas, including the opening ceremony, singing of the national anthem, prayers, speeches, a symbolic presentation of Umrah travel rewards to 4 customers, an educational talk show on Financial Intelligence and financial literacy attended by 500 MSME customers, and a lucky draw. PNM also organized an exhibition showcasing outstanding customer businesses, where 50 MSMEs displayed their premium products. The educational talk show on Financial Intelligence and financial literacy was highlighted as key to business sustainability. Proper financial management, separating personal and business finances, and using appropriate financial products will lead Simalungun Regency MSMEs toward a “Financially Safe and Healthy” condition. PNM is present to create an ecosystem that supports the sustainable development of MSMEs until customer businesses transform to a more advanced level. This activity is expected to increase public awareness about the importance of a healthy lifestyle, smart financial management, and building social harmony within the community.

The Simalungun Regent, accompanied by the Pematangsiantar Branch Manager, reviewed PNM’s fostered customers.

The Grand PKU event was attended by the Simalungun Regent and the Simalungun Regency Leadership Communication Forum. The presence of regional leaders together with PNM management reaffirmed the commitment to driving improved community welfare through economic empowerment, financial literacy education, and activities supporting community health and well-being. PNM is present to provide mentoring, financing, and coaching to the community, especially MSME actors and Mekaar customers. Through this Grand PKU, we want to provide a learning space, a health space, and a togetherness space for the Simalungun community. The Simalungun Regent expressed appreciation to PT PNM for assisting the economy of Simalungun Regency residents through capital financing and MSME mentoring. Through this activity, the local government is committed to continuously collaborating for MSMEs to upgrade, through capacity strengthening, coaching, and equipping business actors. The Simalungun Regent, the Pematangsiantar PNM Branch Manager, and other invited guests from the leadership forum, the Ultra Micro holding, and other strategic partners then visited the MSME booths, where 50 MSMEs received direct guidance from the regent. This event also received full support from the Indonesian Ultra Micro Holding (BRI, Pegadaian, and PNM) and other strategic partners such as BRI Life, BRI Insurance, BPJS Ketenagakerjaan, Galeri 24, Bank Indonesia, and PT Jasa Raharja, who attended and helped enliven the event. With the presence of the 2025 Grand PKU, PNM hopes that the Simalungun community can gain real benefits in the fields of health, financial literacy, and entertainment that strengthens togetherness.

Simalungun Regent’s Office

The Simalungun Regent’s Office is a historic colonial-era building located in Pematangsiantar, North Sumatra, Indonesia. Constructed during the Dutch East Indies period, it served as the administrative center for the Simalungun region. The building is a notable example of colonial architecture and remains a significant landmark representing the area’s historical governance.

PT Permodalan Nasional Madani (PNM)

PT Permodalan Nasional Madani (PNM) is an Indonesian state-owned enterprise focused on providing microfinance and empowering small and medium enterprises (UMKM). It was established in 1999 with the mission to improve the welfare of low-income communities by offering financial access and business development services. PNM plays a significant role in Indonesia’s economic development by supporting entrepreneurs at the grassroots level.

Pematangsiantar Branch

The Pematangsiantar Branch is a local administrative unit of the Indonesian Protestant Christian Church (GKPI), a denomination with its roots in the Batak community. It was established to serve the congregation in the city of Pematangsiantar, North Sumatra, continuing the church’s mission that grew from the earlier Huria Kristen Batak Protestan (HKBP). This branch plays a central role in the religious and social life of its local members.

Simalungun Regency

Simalungun Regency is a region in North Sumatra, Indonesia, known for its scenic highlands and significant Batak Simalungun culture. Historically, it was a kingdom with its own distinct language and traditions, heavily influenced by the neighboring Malay and Karo Batak peoples. Today, it is a major agricultural area, famous for its vast palm oil and rubber plantations.

Simalungun Regency Leadership Communication Forum

The Simalungun Regency Leadership Communication Forum (Forkopimda) is a coordinating body in Indonesia’s Simalungun Regency, North Sumatra. It brings together regional leaders from the military, police, and local government to ensure synchronized policies and security. The forum is part of a national structure designed to foster cooperation and maintain stability in the region.

Indonesian Ultra Micro Holding

Based on available information, the Indonesian Ultra Micro Holding (UMi) is not a cultural or historical site, but a state-owned enterprise holding company. It was established by the Indonesian government in 2021 to consolidate and strengthen financing for micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs). Its primary function is to support the national economy by providing capital and fostering the growth of Indonesia’s smallest businesses.

BRI

BRI is the common abbreviation for the Biennale of Sydney, a major international contemporary art exhibition held in Sydney, Australia. It was founded in 1973 and is one of the longest-running and most prestigious biennials in the Asia-Pacific region, showcasing innovative art from around the world.

Pegadaian

Pegadaian is a state-owned pawnshop company in Indonesia, established during the Dutch colonial era in 1901. It provides accessible credit and financial services to the public, primarily through pawnbroking, and has become a trusted and culturally significant institution for Indonesians.