VIRGINIA ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT PARTNERSHIP

Putting Global Trade to Work for your Business!

Our mission is to increase the number of Virginia companies selling overseas and their volume of international business. We help both new and experienced exporters by identifying new international markets, developing market entry strategies, optimizing supply chains, and locating distributors and representatives for products or services. Virginia businesses interested in increasing international sales benefit from our export development programs, services, and grants.

INTERNATIONAL MARKET RESEARCH:

• Global network consultants are ready to assist in more than 120 countries around the world 
• In-country market research specific to your product or service 

INTERNATIONAL TRADE SHOWS AND APPOINTMENTS: 

• International business meetings arranged on your behalf with pre-qualified potential buyers or distributors 
• Exhibit products and services at international trade shows 
• Network with prospective customers and grow international sales 

PUBLICATIONS AND TRAINING: 

• Access a wide range of export how-to guides and industry reports 
• Learn about a wide variety of topics from subject matter experts in international marketing, banking, accounting, shipping, legal services, and more 

PROGRAMS AND GRANTS: 

• Global Defense Program - Helps Virginia defense companies diversify into new international markets 
• Regional Export Program - Year-long program to develop and execute a strategy for exporting
• State Trade Expansion Program (STEP) - Grant funding for travel to international markets
• Supply Chain Optimization Program - Helps companies evaluate and streamline supply chain management and import processes
• Trade Show Program – Provides resources for exhibiting at international trade shows
• VALET Program - An award-winning two-year export acceleration program
• Virginia Global Business Internship Program - Matches Virginia college and university students with businesses 

For more information, visit: EXPORTVIRGINIA.ORG.