The Nucleus Approach was one of the most dynamic tools implemented by the (Economic Strategy Support Program – ESSP) project and since there was a huge demand for it from chambers as well as other stakeholders the Nucleus Foundation was created with the support of GIZ as an exit strategy to carry on the approach in the country… I have worked closely with them in my capacity as Team Leader of the GIZ ESSP program which introduced the concept to Sri Lanka and have no hesitation in recommending this approach for SME promotion and livelihood development activities.