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Prepare to enter new foreign markets by attending industry-specific events. 

Identify distribution channels for your products and approach a new market.

Learn how to navigate duties as an international exporter.

Connect with local distributors, resellers, and prospective buyers in your key markets.

Assess international market climates including economic, social, and political data.

Learn about resources to boost your online presence and reach international sale goals. 

Find support with trade regulations, policies, standards, and trade barriers. 

Review product standards required for entering specific markets and analyze competitors. 

Discover programs through trade finance organizations that help you reduce risk and stay competitive. 

Determine appropriate pricing for your product in foreign markets to help ensure profitability. 

Get help attaining a Certificate of Free Sale, which is sometimes required in foreign markets. 

Find government resources that help American businesses create international sales strategies.

Grant program designed to help NC small businesses fund costs associated with international trade.

Learn about grant opportunities and find local contacts for services and offices in your city.

SBTDC offers management counseling and educational services free to small and mid-sized businesses. 

EXIM provides trade financial solutions such as export credit insurance, loans for foreign buyers, and more. 

Find information on North Carolina Ports, including maps and directions, business directories, and more. 

Find resources to bridge the gap between international buyers and North Carolina agribusiness. 

NCDEC provides mentoring programs and tools to small and mid-sized businesses interested in exporting. 

Learn how the State Department works, find links to its bureaus, and see examples of diplomacy in action. 

Learn about SBA assistance including business financing, training programs, government contracting and more.