96 percent of the world population is consuming products outside the US. International trade is no longer a luxury. It is a necessity for businesses looking to grow. Our Import and Export Regulatory Compliant consultants are available, at no cost, to help you reach new markets – even when you don’t know where to begin.
International Trade Assistance
We can help your business with:
- Import and export documentation: Documentation is an integral process for trading. Close attention to detail is important as requirements vary considerably by country, commodity and situation.
- Shipping logistics and distribution: Choosing the best processes for trade is integral to running a successfully trading operation. We can help you customize your process — carrier and mode selection, compliance, payment regulations and any required specializations.
- Trade grants: Every Wisconsin business is eligible for an annual grant up to $25,000 to spend on entering or expanding new markets.
- Market intelligence and trade data: With access to data in 80+ countries, we can help determine which route is right for you.
- eCommerce platforms: Selling online is crucial but needs even more attention to detail when working across borders.
ExporTech™
The Wisconsin SBDC Network collaborates with the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC) and its global network of 82 countries to:
- Bring your products to new markets.
- Allow your company to grow faster.
- Spread risk across the economy.
- Be that first mover or keep up with your competition.
- “Level out your business” for any seasonal challenges.
Specifically, Wisconsin ExporTech™ is a proven export strategy development program designed to speed a company’s ‘go to market’ timeline:
Export Development Grant Program
Additional opportunity for some: In southeast Wisconsin, Milwaukee 7 offers an Export Development Grant Program to help manufacturers, firms selling a proprietary product line and service-based companies grow in international trade. The Export Development Grant Program will award matching funds of up to $5,000 to new and existing exporters.
Get Started Today
The Wisconsin SBDC has international trade certified business consultants serving our state:
Chad Hoffman
International Trade Consultant,
serving Wisconsin statewide
NASBITE Certified Global Business Professional
Call (608) 301-6215
or
Mark Speirs
UW-Stevens Point SBDC,
serving northcentral Wisconsin
SBA Intermediate Certification
Call (715) 346-4609
or
James McPhaul
UW-Parkside SBDC,
serving southeast Wisconsin
SBA Intermediate Certification
Call (262) 595-3363
or