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Collaboration kicks off with inaugural Mastercard ASEAN Inclusive Growth Summit in Kuala Lumpur in late October

KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, Septembert 2, 2025 /3BL/ – The Mastercard Center for Inclusive Growth (the Center) announced a landmark collaboration with the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Business Advisory Council to host the inaugural Mastercard ASEAN Inclusive Growth Summit (the Summit) in Kuala Lumpur in late October – the first of three convenings set to take place in Southeast Asia over the next three years. This significant collaboration deepens Mastercard’s commitment to economic growth supporting consumers and small businesses in the Asia-Pacific region.

The collaboration underscores the company’s alignment with the Business Advisory Council’s focus on sustained, inclusive economic growth in the region, amidst an evolving global and economic landscape. The Summit builds on the success of the Center’s Global Inclusive Growth Summit and aims to catalyze sustainable economic growth and advance ASEAN’s collective prosperity by demonstrating how regional and business leaders can come together to create opportunities for all. The event aims to spur an exchange of ideas between leaders in the East and West, opening the door to innovation, partnerships, shared collaboration and outcomes for the region.

“This collaboration with Mastercard sets the stage for a long-term platform to advance inclusive economic growth in ASEAN. The Summit creates space for meaningful dialogue and collaboration, where regional challenges can be addressed through practical, locally relevant solutions. As we look ahead, our goal is to strengthen ASEAN’s position as a driver of sustainable, inclusive prosperity,” said Tan Sri Nazir Razak, Chairman of ASEAN Business Advisory Council.

“Southeast Asia is at a pivotal moment where growth must be paired with security, inclusion and access,” said Jon Huntsman, Vice Chairman and President, Strategic Growth at Mastercard. “As the region navigates challenges from economic fragmentation to digital disruption, our collaboration with the ASEAN Business Advisory Council reflects our commitment to helping individuals and businesses unlock economic opportunities, so everyone can benefit from the digital economy.”

According to the World Data Lab, more than 1.1 billion people will join the global middle class in the next decade (by 2035), with individuals in Asia driving the majority of that growth. In the ASEAN region, economies have reached a tipping point where half of its citizens belong to the middle class. By 2035, the ASEAN region’s middle class is projected to reach 450 million, representing 56% of the population.

At the same time, Southeast Asia’s digital economy is expected to grow exponentially, reaching US$560 billion in gross merchandise value by 2030 from US$263 billion in 2024^[1]. This digital growth requires deliberate policies, infrastructure investment, cross-sector collaboration and targeted solutions so that the benefits of digitalization can reach more people. Coupled with the region’s fast-growing young, digital-first population, the opportunity to build a more inclusive, secure and sustainable digital economy is both immense and critical.

The Summit will bring together government leaders, business pioneers, and development organizations in a high-level forum focused on inclusive and sustainable growth, with a spotlight on micro-, small- and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs), digital innovation and impact-driven partnerships. The Summit builds on Mastercard’s existing efforts in the ASEAN region, including:

• Investing in small business development – MSMEs make up more than 97 percent of all businesses in Southeast Asia and provide 85 percent of the employment^[2]. In Malaysia, MSMEs contribute roughly 40% of GDP, employing over seven million people^[3]. The Mastercard Center for Inclusive Growth supports this vital segment through its flagship Mastercard Strive programs in Malaysia and Indonesia, aiming to uplift 400,000 MSMEs across the two countries through digital upskilling programs, mentoring and networking opportunities, and essential resources for accessing credit. Complementing these efforts, the Center is collaborating with the Asian Development Bank (ADB) to catalyze up to US$1 billion in credit through ADB financing for MSMEs across Asia Pacific, with at least half focused for women-led or climate-focused enterprises.
• Strengthening cyber resilience – Recognizing that an economy is only as strong as its weakest link in cybersecurity, Mastercard has collaborated with the ASEAN Foundation to roll out a range of initiatives to enhance the cybersecurity capabilities of public sector entities and small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the region, by equipping them with critical knowledge, tools and training. In addition, Mastercard has also been actively championing industry collaboration to drive collective action to prevent, detect, and respond to evolving cyber threats. For instance, Mastercard played a key role in initiating the Singapore and Indonesia chapters of the Global Anti Scam Alliance (GASA), serving as Chair and Vice-Chair respectively, and joined hands with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in its global alliance in combating scams.
• Driving in-bound tourism – Mastercard is working with tourism ministries and authorities across Southeast Asia to help spur growth and create value for the tourism sector – building on the sector’s proven role as a key driver of inclusive economic growth. For instance, Mastercard has been collaborating with Tourism Malaysia to transform and digitize the traveler experience, attract high-value inbound visitors through targeted outreach and unique offerings, and position Malaysia as a premier travel destination, supporting the country’s Visit Malaysia (VM) 2026 goals. These collaborations not only fuel growth for the travel sector, but also benefit local small businesses of all stripes, creating more jobs and making a positive impact that extends well beyond tourism itself.
• Accelerating the adoption of digital payments – Mastercard has been actively driving the adoption of digital and contactless payments in Southeast Asia to enable secure and seamless everyday transactions and open up access to a broader market for businesses through digital acceptance.
  • Recently, Mastercard expanded its open-loop payments solutions for transit to the Philippines and Vietnam, bringing commuters greater flexibility and convenience, driving the use of contactless payments, and helping to modernize public transportation systems in Southeast Asia.
  • Mastercard is collaborating with national digital payments networks to enable real-time payments in Thailand and the Philippines. These real-time payments platforms, PromptPay in Thailand and InstaPay in the Philippines, have brought about widespread adoption of digital payments and is the ubiquitous payment method for everyday transactions among individuals. Now, even the smallest of merchants can go cashless and accept digital payments, connecting them to the digital financial ecosystem and unlocking new opportunities.
  • Innovative, cost-effective acceptance solutions such as Tap on Phone have further enabled small businesses and mobile merchants across Southeast Asia to accept contactless payments easily and on-the go using just their smartphones, making digital acceptance more accessible and eliminating the need for hardware terminals.

The inaugural edition of the Mastercard ASEAN Inclusive Growth Summit, hosted by the Center, will take place ahead of the 47th ASEAN Summit in Kuala Lumpur, on October 24, 2025; followed by two summits in the region in 2026 and 2027.

Visit the Mastercard ASEAN Inclusive Growth Summit website at https://globalinclusivegrowthsummit.com/ for more information.

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Mastercard Center for Inclusive Growth

The Mastercard Center for Inclusive Growth advances equitable and sustainable economic growth and financial inclusion around the world. The Center leverages the company’s core assets and competencies, including data insights, expertise, and technology, while administering the philanthropic Mastercard Impact Fund, to produce independent research, scale global programs, and empower a community of thinkers, leaders, and doers on the front lines of inclusive growth. For more information and to receive its latest insights, follow the Center on LinkedIn, Instagram and subscribe to its newsletter.

ASEAN-BAC

Established by the ASEAN Leaders at the 7th ASEAN Summit in November 2001 in Bandar Seri Begawan, Brunei Darussalam and launched in 2003, the ASEAN Business Advisory Council (ASEAN-BAC) is the apex private sector body mandated to provide private sector feedback and guidance to boost ASEAN’s efforts towards economic integration, and further identify priority areas for consideration of ASEAN leaders. The ASEAN-BAC will lead in coordinating inputs from established business councils and entities in their interactions with various ASEAN sectoral groups.

ASEAN-BAC Malaysia

The ASEAN-BAC Malaysia chapter is an integral member in the regional ASEAN-BAC with regular participation at all Council Meetings and Consultation with ASEAN Leaders. Since 2003, ASEAN-BAC Malaysia has provided policy input at various consultations with the ASEAN Leaders, ASEAN Economic Ministers and ASEAN Sectoral bodies. Notably, ASEAN-BAC Malaysia was the Chair in 2015 when Malaysia announced the formation of the ASEAN Community. ASEAN-BAC Malaysia is represented by Chairman Tan Sri Nazir Razak alongside council members Tan Sri Tony Fernandes and Mr. Lim Chern Yuan.

As Malaysia is the ASEAN Chair in 2025, ASEAN-BAC Malaysia is proud to take the lead in all private sector policy initiatives and programmes, supporting Malaysia’s Chairmanship vision and Priority Economic Deliverables (PEDs). In realising the vision, ASEAN-BAC Malaysia has begun to roll out 12 policy initiatives and over 60 programmes throughout the year aimed at advocating and pushing for the deepening of ASEAN economic integration, and the promotion of increased cross-border business cooperation.

About Mastercard

Mastercard powers economies and empowers people in 200+ countries and territories worldwide. Together with our customers, we’re building a resilient economy where everyone can prosper. We support a wide range of digital payments choices, making transactions secure, simple, smart and accessible. Our technology and innovation, partnerships and networks combine to deliver a unique set of products and services that help people, businesses and governments realize their greatest potential.

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[1] Source: Google, Temasek, and Bain, e-Conomy SEA 2024 report

[2] Source: https://asean.org/our-communities/economic-community/resilient-and-inclusive-asean/development-of-micro-small-and-medium-enterprises-in-asean-msme/

[3] Source: Mastercard Center for Inclusive Growth and The Asia Foundation launch Strivers’ Hub to empower Malaysia’s women entrepreneurs

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Growing up in North Naples, Florida, Daniella developed a strong interest in both the arts and technology. She spent her childhood creating—sculpting, painting, crafting—and often joined her father at local performing arts theaters and film sets, assisting with the setup and programming of stage lights. “That’s where I started falling in love with electronics,” she recalls. “Lighting systems, animatronics, digital effects—they all sparked something in me.”

Originally torn between pursuing art or a more technical field, Daniella looked to practical effects industry role models and saw a path forward in electrical engineering. “I read that Grant Imahara had a degree in EE and worked in animatronics. That clicked for me,” she says. She earned her associate’s degree while tutoring math and chemistry, then transferred to the University of South Florida to complete her bachelor’s in electrical engineering.

Daniella joined Cummins after graduation in 2012, drawn by the company’s mission and global culture. “I remember being on a bus tour during my interview process and hearing that more than 100 languages were spoken in the local community. That really stuck with me,” she says. “It felt like a place where I could grow—both personally and professionally.”

Today, Daniella works on improving internal processes for compliance and certification—critical work that ensures Cummins products meet emissions and on-board diagnostics standards. “When I was a kid, I hated seeing trucks spewing black smoke. I love that I now get to play a role in preventing that,” she says.

Her day-to-day blends technical problem-solving with collaboration. She supports a team of engineers by streamlining workflows, documenting best practices, and applying her systems engineering skills to create smarter, more efficient ways of working. “It’s rewarding to know the work I do helps others be more effective in theirs.”

Daniella also appreciates the flexibility Cummins provides—both professionally and personally. She works remotely part of the week, which allows her to balance her responsibilities while staying connected to family and community. “When my dad had to move after Hurricane Ian, I was able to help him relocate while still doing my job. That kind of support matters,” she shares.

Outside of work, Daniella volunteers as a programming mentor for local middle school robotics teams, helping students learn Java and build confidence in STEM. “I didn’t have those kinds of opportunities when I was their age,” she says. “Now I get to help create them.”

She’s also deeply engaged in employee development within Cummins. She earned her master’s in systems engineering from Cornell University with support from the company, and she teaches in the internal Systems Engineering Certificate Program. “It helped me build confidence and overcome imposter syndrome. It’s been one of the most empowering experiences of my career.”

Over the years, Daniella has leaned into Cummins’ inclusive culture and growth mindset. “There are so many doors open here,” she says. “Even though I started with a focus in controls testing, I’ve been able to stretch into process improvements, tool and system integration, and now regulatory work.”

Asked what keeps her motivated, she doesn’t hesitate: “The people. My teammates boost my average,” she says with a smile. “I’m surrounded by folks with such deep expertise and a willingness to share it. That collaborative spirit is something special.”

Looking ahead, Daniella is excited to keep learning—and to keep making a difference. “I want to continue contributing to cleaner technologies, mentoring others, and creating systems that work better for everyone. At Cummins, I get to do all of that.”

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Aligned with DP World’s global sustainability strategy, “Our World, Our Future,” and its core pillar of education, the English Academy addresses a critical need within the Chilean community. English proficiency has become essential in today’s globalized landscape, opening doors to expanded experiences, knowledge, and employment prospects.

According to the Global English Language Report, only 18% of Chileans considered themselves advanced English speakers, with 53% citing the high cost as the primary barrier to language acquisition. Despite these challenges, 85% expressed interest in learning English – the highest percentage among countries surveyed. Recognizing this gap, DP World’s new initiative directly removes financial barriers and provides accessible English education for the local youth.

Initially, the program offers classes every Saturday at DP World’s port terminal facilities, open to the entire San Antonio community. Led by the DP World Sustainability team, this initiative embodies the company’s firm commitment to fostering equity, empowerment, and community advancement.

Through the English Academy, DP World continues its mission to positively impact the communities where it operates, nurturing future leaders and supporting sustainable development.

What you should know:

• A cross-functional team analyzed opportunities for improvement in Wallflower bulb packaging
• The team optimized packaging and increased the number of bulbs shipped in the Wallflower single bulb cases to reduce the number of boxes needed to ship to stores
• The team replaced single-use plastic packaging components in Wallflower heaters with paperboard
• The team replaced the outer plastic carton and tray for two-pack Wallflower bulbs with paperboard that included 30% post-consumer recycled content

Our wallflower bulbs fill rooms with always-on fragrance. Consisting of a decorative plug-in and a refillable fragrance bulb, they are a customer favorite.

In 2024, realizing the product’s packaging hadn’t changed in several years, a cross functional team of Bath & Body Works engineers, distributors and packaging experts analyzed opportunities for improvement. Within the individual bulb packs, they identified unneeded space between the top of the bulb and the packaging. While this had been important in the initial design to protect the bulb, they felt there could be another option using new materials. 

The analysis also triggered ideas to replace single-use plastic packaging. This set off an effort involving teams from across the company and our external partners to develop and test multiple options before settling on the final packaging.

“Working on a project like this feels like solving a complex puzzle where every piece fits perfectly,” said Justin Browne, senior packaging engineer. “The satisfaction comes from knowing that our resources are used more effectively.”

The Result

• Optimizing packaging: Once the team realized there was excess space in the Wallflower single bulb cases, they reconfigured the packaging to use less paperboard. This increased the number of bulbs that could be included in the boxes we ship to our stores from 24 to 36. This, in turn, reduced the total number of boxes we need to ship to stores.
• Replacing single-use plastic: When the project started, Wallflower heaters included a wrap label and a plug cover both made of virgin plastic and discarded after purchase. The team replaced these components with paperboard, combining the label wrap and plug cover. The team also replaced the outer plastic carton and tray used for two-pack Wallflower bulbs with paperboard containing 30% PCR. Not only did this eliminate plastic, it reduced the overall size of the packs, allowing more bulbs to be shipped per pallet.

Due to their success, the team is looking for more opportunities across the business to reduce packaging and shift from single-use.

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Nuclear energy provides reliable, around-the-clock electricity with zero carbon emissions, making it a vital clean energy source. For more than 50 years, Duke Energy’s nuclear plants have set standards for safety and efficiency, using multiple safety systems to protect people and the environment. 

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 Duke Energy is executing an ambitious energy transition, keeping customer reliability and value at the forefront as it builds a smarter energy future. The company is investing in major electric grid upgrades and cleaner generation, including natural gas, nuclear, renewables and energy storage. 

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Employee volunteerism across Team Dow transforms relationships with our colleagues, customers and the communities where we do business—for the better.

At Dow, through Global Citizenship, we work to create an innovative, sustainable and inclusive future where communities can thrive, everyone has equitable access to STEM and skilled trades careers and our employees are empowered to accelerate change. Employee engagement and volunteerism are critical levers for impact across our strategic pillars that help advance our ambition.

Around the world, our employee volunteers lend their time, talent and expertise across communities to fuel powerful partnerships, and create positive and intentional impact. As part of our annual global employee survey, Voice, 77% of colleagues reported volunteering at least once in the past year. In short, employee volunteering is engrained in our culture at Dow.

The prevalence of employee volunteerism across Team Dow transforms relationships with our colleagues, our customers and the communities where we do business—for the better.

Why employee volunteerism matters to Team Dow

Our data shows that employee engagement and volunteerism help to foster a positive employee experience and ultimately aligns to our Global Citizenship priorities to advance Dow’s business strategy and company ambition. Through our employee survey, we hear from our colleagues that volunteering increases (ranked from highest to lowest):

• Understanding of the community’s needs
• Sense of purpose
• Sense of work group belonging
• Pride in Dow
• Overall job satisfaction
• Professional skills
• Relationship with customers and/or suppliers

How volunteer leaders drive impact

Critical to the success of Dow’s volunteer efforts are the countless members of Team Dow who step up to lead, serving as a vital link between Dow, our colleagues, our customers, and the community. Dow provides the tools, resources, and policies to enable any member of Team Dow to lead, engage and make a difference.

We support employee volunteerism through professional roles with a network of nonprofit partners dedicated to building a culture of volunteer leadership. Our volunteer managers instill management best practices and help coordinate opportunities across multiple Dow manufacturing sites, business centers and programs.

“Since I joined Dow China Zhangjiagang operations in 2011, I led volunteer programs in diversified community initiatives Dow held in its neighborhood. From teaching STEM at the local primary school to building homes, I felt the impact I can have in our community and found ways to empower more people around me to make an even greater impact.”

– Guowei Li, senior operations leader

Fikia Dada

Advancing equity through organic farming

Dow partnered with the nonprofit Fikia Dada to establish a demonstration farm and training center in Kenya, focused on organic farming to help support young girls from rural communities. The project addressed issues of inequity, such as health care access and food security, while providing young girls with schooling opportunities and a platform to learn technical skills in farming.

Project Glimmer

Empowering futures with L’Oréal

Working with our customer, L’Oréal, and nonprofit partner Project Glimmer, Team Dow collaborated on a social impact initiative, Glimmering Futures. Project Glimmer brought together over 600 high school students from the Delaware Valley region in the United States—girls and young women they serve through year-round programming focused on self-confedence, career readiness, and access to role models. More than 75 volunteers from Dow and L’Oréal joined for an immersive day of career focused educational programming and empowerment at the intersection of science and beauty. This event combined the beauty and personal care expertise at Dow and L’Oréal with these young women’s passion for beauty to inspire them to consider future careers in STEM fields.

DUO for a JOB

Seeking a new future for EU newcomers

Dow partnered with intergenerational coaching leader, DUO for a JOB to address the inequality of access to the labor market for young people with a migrant background in Belgium. Through a cross-generational mentor program, Dow mentors helped mentees with resumes, mock interviews and recruiting new mentors within their network. The program has seen great success with 70% of mentees achieving positive outcomes.

Paid time off to volunteer: Supporting our teams

In 2021, we introduced a global volunteer policy as part of Dow Total Rewards, our robust portfolio of employee benefits and wellbeing programs. This policy provides employees with 12 hours per year of paid time off (PTO) to volunteer.

This policy, along with employee participation, aligns with one of our 2025 Sustainability Goals, enabling our workforce to leverage their passion and expertise to enhance the wellbeing of people and the planet by engaging for impact.

Strengthening customer relationships through corporate volunteering

Employee engagement and volunteerism not only contributes to a more positive employee experience, but it also helps us form deeper connections with our customers.

Volunteerism plays a pivotal role in enhancing our relationships with customers. Through engaging in volunteer activities, Team Dow creates meaningful touchpoints with customers that enhance traditional business interactions, contributing to increased customer intimacy over time.

Pintuco

Communities in Color with Pintuco

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Hulsi & Smurfit-Westrock

Breaking barriers with Hulsi and Smurfit-Westrock

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We hear from our customers that the qualities that make Dow an attractive supplier are 1) our people, and 2) how we approach business. Those individuals who make our company great to work with are the same people who care deeply about making their communities great places to live.

I believe our culture of volunteerism draws those types of people to Dow.

Connecting with community needs

For our employee volunteer activation to create lasting impact and measurable outcomes, we collaborate with nonprofit partners and community stakeholders to ensure that we understand community needs and match them with relevant volunteer opportunities.

An example is our work alongside LEAP Africa for the Africa Youth Day of Service, a month-long initiative aimed at engaging African young people in citizenship and volunteerism. Nearly 10,000 volunteers from 34 African countries have participated in the event, implementing over 500 projects that address the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. These projects are estimated to have reached approximately 10 million individuals—focusing on areas like social impact initiatives, a future-ready workforce, economic growth and climate action.

Volunteerism is a year-round culture at Dow, and sometimes world events require our colleagues to jump into action at a moment’s notice. This is especially true in the wake of a natural disaster. In 2025, severe flooding in Bahía Blanca, Argentina necessitated the need for Dow colleagues to mobilize disaster relief resources and provide aid to both employees and residents. Contributing over 5,000 hours over the course of several days, 190 volunteers were able to support 6,500 affected families, demonstrating their solidarity, resilience and our commitment to the local communities that surround our manufacturing sites and business centers. Our efforts in Argentina include immediate relief measures and long-term support to help the community recover and rebuild.

Signature volunteer programs and partnerships driving global impact

We use numerous approaches to harness the power of our workforce to help create lasting, positive social impact. In addition to those already shared, here is a look at a few signature programs and partnerships that serve as year-round platforms for that impact.

#PullingOurWeight

The #PullingOurWeight initiative engages Dow employees, business partners and community volunteers in waste removal, transformation, and prevention activities to inspire a circular ecosystem. Since its launch, the program has mobilized tens of thousands of volunteers to collect over 2.1 million pounds of waste globally, promoting sustainable living and community action.

FIRST^®

Dow has been a strategic partner with FIRST^® since 2014, supporting mentor-based programs that teach young people science, engineering, and technology (STEM skills) through exciting, team-based challenges. Dow’s support allows FIRST^® to reach 36,000 students across 26 global communities, fostering innovation and inclusion.

Team Rubicon

Dow and Team Rubicon, a veteran-led humanitarian organization, have formed a powerful partnership, leveraging Dow’s network to enhance Team Rubicon’s disaster response capabilities. This collaboration has resulted in the recruitment of Dow Greyshirts who are trained and supported through paid time off to deploy as Team Rubicon volunteers in the aftermath of disasters.

MLK Day

Each year on Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service, Dow employees in the United States receive a paid holiday. They are encouraged to use that time to reflect on the mission of Dr. King, take part in MLK Day events, and to volunteer in support of a strong community and bright future.

Dow’s year-round culture of volunteerism exemplifies our commitment to sustainability, innovation, and community engagement. It creates a ripple effect of positive change in our world. By empowering employees and aligning with strategic partners, Dow continues to foster an environment where social impact thrives.

Our efforts have been recognized by Points of Light for four consecutive years being named to The Civic 50 list of the most community-minded companies.

Together, we are building a brighter and more sustainable future for all.