When Business Got Hard, She Chose to Fight | DS Finance Corporation

Some days in business are strong. Some days are slow. And for many Filipino small business owners, there are moments when giving up feels easier. In this DS Finance Corporation client story, meet Maria Teresa Lames, a sari-sari and frozen goods business owner from Payatas, Quezon City. Together with her family, she continues to run their business with perseverance, patience, and the goal of supporting their children’s future. Maria Teresa shares how their business helped them manage daily needs, school expenses, stocks, and bills. During challenging times, she learned that progress comes from continuing to fight, even when business is uncertain. With support from DS Finance Corporation, she found help for her business needs and continued moving forward as a small entrepreneur. This story is a reminder that small businesses are built through courage, hard work, family teamwork, and trusted support. DS Finance Corporation supports Filipino entrepreneurs with financial solutions that help small businesses grow, continue, and build a more stable future. #DSFinanceCorporation #SmallBusinessPhilippines #SariSariStore #FilipinoEntrepreneurs #BusinessFinancing