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U.S. Department of Commerce Export Assistance Services

U.S. Department of Commerce Export Assistance Services. Growing Global Sales September 24, 2013. Organization Chart for USDOC. Mission: Commercial Service.

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U.S. Department of Commerce Export Assistance Services

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  1. U.S. Department of CommerceExport Assistance Services Growing Global Sales September 24, 2013

  2. Organization Chart for USDOC

  3. Mission: Commercial Service • "The Commercial Service shall place primary emphasis on the promotion of exports of goods and services from the United States, particularly by small businesses and medium-sized businesses, and on the protection of United States business interests abroad.“

  4. Can I export my product? • Standards (i.e. CE Marking, CCC Marking, WEEE/RoHS compliance, etc…) • Export Compliance – Export Administration Regulations • Modifications

  5. To where should we export? Perform market research to determine where to concentrate efforts • Country Commercial Guides • General Market Research • Export Statistics • Flexible Market Research

  6. Finding the Right Partners • Why is it important? • Best way to fully develop your product’s potential in the market. • Know the industry, culture, language, business environment of the country • Can provide after-sales support & service

  7. Finding the Right Partners • International Partner Search • Gold Key Service • International Company Profile

  8. International Partner Search • You provide: • information on your company • goals for the market • specs of your ideal partner • We: • contact and interview potential partners • provide you with a list of pre-qualified contacts

  9. Gold Key Service • You provide: • information on your company • goals for the market • specs of your ideal partner • dates of travel • We: • contact and interview potential partners • arrange meetings with pre-screened contacts • also provide logistical support for your travel

  10. International Company Profile • Background Report on foreign firm that includes: • Bank references • Size and structure • Financial data • Market outlook • Trade references • Site visit

  11. Trade Event Support • Certified Trade Shows • Catalog Exhibitions (Product Literature Centers) • International Buyer Program • Showtime Meetings

  12. Diplomatic Advocacy • For Foreign Government-Funded projects • Free, but must apply and be approved

  13. www.export.gov • U.S. Government export portal • Links to all trade promotion agencies • Trade statistics • Export Regulations • Advocacy Services

  14. Your Global Business PartnerJohn TracySenior International Trade SpecialistU.S. Department of Commercejohn.tracy@trade.govTel: 315-453-4070

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