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International Trade

Doing business internationally doesn't have to be foreign.

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STEP Financial Assistance Award

We provide 75% reimbursement, up to $15,000 annually, to eligible small businesses for export-related activities.

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International Trade Centers

Our International Trade Centers provide counseling, market analysis and more to help Michigan businesses market their products.

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Resources & Training

We coordinate market research, training, website development and more to jump-start your momentum in a foreign market.

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Armor Protective Packaging

Armor Protective Packaging expands its sales and reach to customers in global markets such as Mexico, China, India, and others with international website development from the Michigan Online Global program, a partnership between the MEDC and IBT Online.

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Upcoming Export Events

Troy, MI - US

May 24, 2022

Doing Business in Mexico
Hannover, Germany

May 30 - June 2, 2022

Hannover Messe
National Harbor, MD - US

June 26 - 29, 2022

2022 SelectUSA Investment Summit
N/A, Mexico

September 21 - 24, 2022

Mexico Trade Mission
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International Trade News

Is Your Michigan Business Export Ready? A Conversation with the Michigan SBDC

International Trade News

Tools of the Trade: Michigan Helps Companies Go International

MEDC Services For Your Business

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Buyer and Supplier Matchmaking

With access to a vast and diverse supplier network, Pure Michigan Business Connect (PMBC) connects Michigan suppliers of goods and services with local, domestic and global buyers.

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Startup and Entrepreneurial Support

No other state in the nation provides the breadth and depth of entrepreneurial support to early-stage and emerging high-tech companies like Michigan.

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Access to Capital Providers

Using small amounts of public resources to generate private lender financing, the Capital Access program provides small businesses access to capital that might not otherwise be available.

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Mobility and Electrification Services

Programs and services are available to support global mobility and electrification companies, as well as grants for testing mobility technologies in Michigan and at our state-of-the-art testing facilities.

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Community Development

MEDC helps to create vibrant and sustainable places to live, work and play by providing economic development services and programs to Michigan communities.

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Government Contracting & Bid Targeting

Find and win federal government contracts and receive grant writing assistance.

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Defense Industry Connections

When it comes to advancing military defense systems, Michigan ranks high above the rest.

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